Clarity needed for Conversion from Final (Old) syllabus to (New) syllabus

Hi Sandeep,

Here’s the clarity on converting from CA Final Old Course to New Course and your query regarding GMCS/AICITSS:

1. Conversion from Old Final to New Final Course:

• ICAI allows students registered under the Old Final syllabus to convert to the New Final syllabus by paying the prescribed conversion fees.

• The last date for conversion is generally before the start of the exam registration window for the May 2021 attempt (check the exact dates on ICAI notifications for May 2021 exams).

• You can convert anytime before filling the exam form for the New syllabus exam.

2. Regarding GMCS / AICITSS training:

• GMCS (General Management and Communication Skills) and AICITSS (Advanced Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills) are mandatory training requirements for New Course students.

• For students who convert from Old to New syllabus, the requirement is to complete these trainings before appearing for the next attempt after conversion.

• ICAI generally allows students to appear for the immediate exam attempt after conversion without completion of GMCS/AICITSS, but they must complete the trainings before the subsequent attempts.

• So, for your May 2021 exam attempt, you can appear without GMCS/AICITSS completion if you convert before applying.

• However, you should plan to complete these trainings soon after the exam, or before your next attempt.

3. Summary:

4. Action Points:

• Convert to New Final course before filling the exam form.

• Register and schedule GMCS and AICITSS training soon after May 2021 exams.

• Keep track of ICAI announcements for exact dates and any updates.