I want to be a CA

Will I get a job in mid thirties as a CA fresher(negligible experience)?
I left CA due to personal reasons and I have to convince my parents to let me do CA and could earn well .

Please guide me. I have no such friends and relatives who can advice me on this.
Will age be a problem?
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This discussion addresses the viability of pursuing a Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification in one's thirties, particularly for those with limited prior experience. While some advise that age is not a barrier and consistency is key, others suggest exploring alternative international accounting, ERP, data analytics, or RPA certifications for career success in today's globalised market. The debate highlights the perceived value of a CA degree versus other professional qualifications.

I am 30, a working professional, married and a parent of a four year old baby.
I am writing my CA Final one pending group exam in the upcoming Nov 2022.

You will get a job
A CA is a CA irrespective of the fact that he cleared the exam in 20s or 30s.

just keep going and prepare for the exams.

start slowly with 2-3hours a day then when it becomes easy, increase the hours

consistency is the key.


for further details feel free to DM me
@ Neha Sharma ,

CA qualification has high respect in the society..

You may drop a message if you want to do part time job and you can continue your studies
You will not get that exact answer what you are looking for or is required in your situation.

Sorry i am just being honest here

I wish I could have help you.
Its ok hitesh

please be happy
Few firms take you for name lending..So qualification is very important

In today's globalised era, you need not to have CA degree to succeed in career. Here are the options :

1. Get an international degree in accounting / auditing e.g.  ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA, CPA (USA / AUS / NZ), CMA (USA), CIA, CISA, CFE etc. (all these courses are much easier than CA curriculum and several online / offline coaching classes are available in India). 

2. Go for a course in ERP - SAP, Oracle EBS, Microsoft Business Central (MS Dynamics). 

3. Go for a course on Data Analytics tools (ACL, IDEA), Data Visualisation / Business Intelligence Tools (R, Power BI, Tableau, Quilkview etc.). 

4. Go for a course on a Robotic Process Automation (RPA) tool (e.g. UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism etc.). 

5. Go for a course on a GRC suite (e.g. RSA Archer, ServiceNow, SAP GRC etc. )

After gaining these skill sets, you will easily get an opportunity in an IT company, Big4, MNC, KPO, Global Delivery Centre / Shared Services Centre of an MNC / Big4. 

That means ca has no value .
and what if somebody cannot afford above courses or certification...what would you advice.

same age and similar situation...
CA has value..There are many opportunities without above courses

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