Ca after software engineering

Indian CA is considered to be one of the toughest CA courses in the world. No matter what your experience you need to compulsorily go though the 3 years articleship and sacrifice pay and promotions for that period. If its only for knowledge then I would suggest you go for ACCA instead. It is one of the biggest global accounting body which is recognized around the world. The advantage is you do not need to quit your job to do articleship in this course. A 3 year relevant work experience signed off by a CA will do. Google it to know more.

Dear Mr. Rajbir, 

Find the answers to your queries.

A. Is there any legality binding me from pursuing CA?

Ans: There's no legal binding.

B. If I'm enrolled in CA...will I have to do the Foundation Course [I'm a post-graduate]

Ans: Now the Foundation course is named CPT which is a compulsory course, but the institute (ICAI) is trying to bring a new alternative which would enable graduates to skip CPT.

C. Do I need to attend classes 'officially' or I can study on my own/ take coaching?

Ans: CA course is a kind of distant learning course, there is no classroom training.

D. Do I need to do 3 years of articleship; even if my firm allows me to work and train at the same time under our company's CA?

Ans: The 3 yrs Articleship training is compulsory.

For more info log on to www.icai.org 

My Suggestions: If you really want to acquire knowledge and don't want to practice / use the degree then better go for some other alternative courses. As CA is a time consuming course and it will take around 4 yrs to complete it if you do not fail in any of the levels.