05 April 2017
Mine only Six months of Articleship is Pending, I have completed 2 Yrs of my Articleship in Goa..... I hv gained lot of experience from CA firm and also I cleared both groups of IPCC. So, now i want to work in some Industrial Sector and gain some experience from Industrial.So can anyone please suggest any Chartered Accountant firm, Who provides Dummy Articleship... B'coz of Financial Problem, I kept CA course on hold for 1.5 yrs So now I want to join some Industrial company and earn some money.
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23 July 2025
It sounds like you're in a bit of a tricky situation. Completing your Articleship is a crucial part of becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA), and it’s understandable that you want to gain some industrial experience while dealing with financial difficulties. However, **"dummy articleship"**—a term often used for non-compliant or non-genuine articleship arrangements—could be risky both in terms of **professional ethics** and **career progression**.
Here's what you might consider:
### 1. **Complete Your Articleship Legally**:
* **Stay compliant with ICAI (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India)**. Dummy articleship, although some might resort to it, can have serious **consequences** if caught. ICAI has strict norms regarding articleship, and working under non-compliant firms can lead to disqualification.
* **Look for a genuine articleship opportunity**. Since you’ve completed two years, only six months are left. Try looking for firms or industries that **offer paid articleship** or stipends to help ease your financial burden. Some companies might offer compensation during your articleship.
### 2. **Seek Paid/Part-Time Articleship in the Industrial Sector**:
* **Many industrial sectors** (like finance, manufacturing, FMCG, etc.) hire CA trainees and might even offer stipends. You could approach companies in sectors you're interested in to see if they’re willing to accommodate you under their financial constraints.
* Some **multinational corporations** and even smaller **private firms** are more open to paying for articleships, especially when you already have a strong foundation in the CA course (like completing both IPCC groups).
* **COVID-19** has pushed more companies to explore remote work, and some may offer **virtual articleship** or flexible hours. This way, you can combine both **work experience** and **earning an income**.
### 4. **Speak to Your ICAI Regional Office**:
* If you're facing financial constraints, ICAI often has provisions for **financial support** or can guide you on how to balance work and your **remaining articleship period**.
### 5. **Network and Leverage CA Communities**:
* **Network** with fellow CA students or professionals through platforms like **CA Club India**, **LinkedIn**, and even in-person events. People who have gone through similar struggles may have advice or opportunities for you.
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### So, what should you do now?
1. **Avoid dummy articleship**. It's better to **complete your articleship** genuinely and gain real-world experience. 2. **Approach industries directly**, explain your situation, and see if you can gain practical experience without resorting to unethical practices. 3. **Check with ICAI** for any flexibility or support programs that might be available. 4. **Focus on networking**. A referral or a mentor could guide you toward the right opportunities in industrial sectors that align with your needs.
Your goal should always be to finish your articleship in the right manner, which will help you grow into a professional who is respected in the industry.