26 July 2025
Hey! Totally understand that financial constraints can be tough when pursuing CA articleship. Here are some suggestions to help you complete your dream without too much strain:
1. **Look for Paid Articleships:** Some firms offer **stipend or salary during articleship**—try applying to medium or bigger firms where stipends are common. Though the amount may not be huge, it can help cover basic expenses.
2. **Part-time or Remote Articleship:** With COVID-era changes and evolving practices, some firms allow **part-time or remote articleship**. This could let you manage a small job or freelancing alongside.
3. **Explore Government or PSU Firms:** Occasionally, government departments or PSUs hire CA students for articleship with **better stipends or benefits**.
4. **Reach out to Local CA Chapters / Institutes:** Your local CA institute chapter may have **placements or guidance for needy students**.
5. **Crowdfunding or Sponsorship:** Sometimes family, friends, or community groups can help with small loans or sponsorships to support your articleship period.
6. **Short-term Jobs / Freelancing:** Consider freelancing in bookkeeping, tax filing, or tutoring to earn alongside articleship.
7. **Talk to Seniors / Mentors:** Connect with seniors or CA professionals for advice and maybe even **internship opportunities**.
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**Remember:** Completing articleship is mandatory, but the route and timing can be flexible if you plan well. Don’t lose hope, many have done it with limited resources.
If you want, I can help you draft application letters or find resources for paid articleships. Just ask! What’s your location? Maybe I can suggest local contacts.