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Querist : Anonymous

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08 April 2014 Hello,

Can I mention D IFRS degree from ACCA, UK on my CA Business Visiting Card?

Thank you in advance.

Nikhil Kaushik

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08 April 2014 you are permitted to mention your educational qualifications under Clause 7 - part I of the of the First Schedule of the CA Act.

However, you cannot use any designation - such as system auditor etc etc

Bhaskaran Chackrapani Warrier

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08 April 2014 Can mention provided D IFRS is recognised by Govt of India or Council of ICAI.

Querist : Anonymous

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08 April 2014 Thank you for your reply. Could you provide me list of Institutions recognized by ICAI? Is ACCA, UK is recognized institute by ICAI.

Aashok Kumar Sharma

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03 August 2025 Here’s a clear answer on your question about mentioning **“D IFRS degree from ACCA, UK”** on your CA business visiting card:

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### Can you mention “D IFRS degree from ACCA, UK” on your CA visiting card?

* **Yes**, you can mention educational qualifications on your visiting card **if they are recognized and relevant**.

* According to **Clause 7, Part I of the First Schedule of the Chartered Accountants Act, 1949**, you can mention your educational qualifications but **not designations or titles** unless approved.

* However, the key point is whether **“D IFRS” (Diploma in IFRS) from ACCA, UK** is **recognized by the Government of India or ICAI**.

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### Important points:

* If the Diploma in IFRS by ACCA is **officially recognized by ICAI or Govt. of India**, you may mention it on your card.

* If not recognized, it is advisable **not to mention it as a formal qualification**, to avoid any professional or legal issues.

* You **cannot use designations** like “System Auditor,” “Tax Consultant,” etc., unless certified and allowed.

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### What you can safely mention:

* Your CA qualification (mandatory, as it is recognized by ICAI).

* Additional certifications or diplomas **only if recognized or accredited** by professional bodies or government authorities.

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### Summary:

| Qualification | Mention on Visiting Card? |
| -------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| CA (ICAI) | Yes |
| Diploma in IFRS (ACCA, UK) | Yes, **if recognized by ICAI/Govt. India**; otherwise, better to avoid |

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If you want, I can help you check the current recognition status of the **D IFRS from ACCA** or help draft a compliant visiting card format for you. Want me to?

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