{"id":29850,"date":"2025-09-05T15:04:11","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T09:34:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/?p=29850"},"modified":"2025-09-05T15:29:44","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T09:59:44","slug":"complete-guide-to-ca-articleship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-ca-articleship\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete Guide to CA Articleship"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_58 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d759ca834b8\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d759ca834b8\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-ca-articleship\/#Complete_Guide_to_CA_Articleship_2024-25\" title=\"Complete Guide to CA Articleship (2024-25)\">Complete Guide to CA Articleship (2024-25)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-ca-articleship\/#What_is_CA_Articleship\" title=\"What is CA Articleship?\">What is CA Articleship?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-ca-articleship\/#Importance_of_CA_Articleship\" title=\"Importance of CA Articleship\">Importance of CA Articleship<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-ca-articleship\/#Eligibility_for_Articleship\" title=\"Eligibility for Articleship\">Eligibility for Articleship<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-ca-articleship\/#CA_Articleship_Registration_Process\" title=\"CA Articleship Registration Process\">CA Articleship Registration Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-ca-articleship\/#Summary_of_Key_Articleship_Forms_You_Must_Know\" title=\"Summary of Key Articleship Forms You Must Know\">Summary of Key Articleship Forms You Must Know<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-ca-articleship\/#Late_Submission_Condonation_Fees\" title=\"Late Submission &amp; Condonation Fees\">Late Submission &amp; Condonation Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-ca-articleship\/#Working_Hours_Leaves\" title=\"Working Hours &amp; Leaves\">Working Hours &amp; Leaves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-ca-articleship\/#Best_Additional_Courses_During_Articleship\" title=\"Best Additional Courses During Articleship\">Best Additional Courses During Articleship<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-ca-articleship\/#Top_Firms_for_Articleship\" title=\"Top Firms for Articleship\">Top Firms for Articleship<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24879\" src=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Ca-da.-1.jpg\" alt=\"ICAI has unveiled a new logo\" width=\"742\" height=\"742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Ca-da.-1.jpg 554w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Ca-da.-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Ca-da.-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 742px) 100vw, 742px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Complete_Guide_to_CA_Articleship_2024-25\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Complete Guide to CA Articleship (2024-25)<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CA Articleship is the most important phase after clearing CA Intermediate. This training bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application and plays a vital role in shaping your career as a Chartered Accountant. In this guide, we\u2019ll cover everything about CA Articleship: eligibility, duration, registration process, salary, top firms, forms, and practical insights.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_CA_Articleship\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>What is CA Articleship?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>CA Articleship is a mandatory training program under ICAI where students work under a practicing Chartered Accountant.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Duration: 2 years (under New Scheme from 2024)<\/li>\n<li>Objective: To provide practical exposure in accounting, auditing, taxation, ROC compliances, and more.<\/li>\n<li>Outcome: Develop professional skills like client management, communication, and time management.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_CA_Articleship\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Importance of CA Articleship<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Practical Experience: Real-world exposure in taxation, audit, and accounting.<\/li>\n<li>Time Management: Balancing office, coaching, and self-study.<\/li>\n<li>Skill Development: Client communication, team management, multitasking.<\/li>\n<li>Professional Growth: Builds confidence and prepares you for CA Final.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_for_Articleship\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Eligibility for Articleship<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Foundation Route<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pass both\/single group of CA Intermediate.<\/li>\n<li>Complete ITT + Orientation Program.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Direct Entry Route<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Commerce Graduates: Min. 55%<\/li>\n<li>Non-Commerce Graduates: Min. 60%<\/li>\n<li>Must complete ITT + Orientation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Duration of Articleship<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Old Scheme: 3 years<\/li>\n<li>New Scheme (2024 onwards): 2 years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CA_Articleship_Registration_Process\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>CA Articleship Registration Process<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Download Forms 102 &amp; 103 from ICAI website.<\/li>\n<li>Execute Form 102 (Deed of Articles) on INR 100 Stamp Paper. Form 102 \u2013 The Secret Stamp Paper Deal, Articleship ka asli contract! Execute this on INR 100 stamp paper within 30 days of start.<\/li>\n<li>Submit Form 103 on SSP portal with:\n<ul>\n<li>Intermediate Marksheet<\/li>\n<li>Class 12th Marksheet<\/li>\n<li>ITT &amp; Orientation Certificates<\/li>\n<li>Registration Fee: INR 2000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Form 103 \u2013 Official Registration &#8211; Submit online on SSP portal with scanned 102, marksheets, etc. In case Delay = late fees (INR 500 to INR 10,000 \u2013 no kidding!)<\/li>\n<li>Get your Student Identity Card issued.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary_of_Key_Articleship_Forms_You_Must_Know\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Summary of Key Articleship Forms You Must Know<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Form 102: Articleship Agreement (Stamp Paper)<\/li>\n<li>Form 103: Articleship Registration<\/li>\n<li>Form 109: Transfer of Articleship<\/li>\n<li>Form 107: Extension of Articleship<\/li>\n<li>Form 108: Completion of Articleship<\/li>\n<li>Form 112: Permission for Other Courses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li>Form 112 \u2013 Studying Something Else Too? Doing B.Com, M.Com, MBA? You must take ICAI permission within 30 days (yes, even for online\/distance courses).<\/li>\n<li>Form 109 \u2013 Transfer Form : Wanna leave your CA or shift cities?<br \/>\n\u2714 First year: free transfer.<br \/>\n\u2714 After that: valid reasons only (marriage, medical, crazy travel distances, etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Form 107 \u2013 For Those Who Took \u201cThoda Zyada\u201d Leave. Excess leave = extension = this form + stamp paper again.<\/li>\n<li>Form 108 \u2013 Completion \/ Termination of Articleship &#8211; Your official goodbye.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>Submit <strong>Form 108<\/strong> for completion.<\/li>\n<li>For termination\/transfer \u2192 File <strong>Form 109<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>ICAI strictly monitors dates, leaves, and stipend details.<\/li>\n<li>Miss the deadline? Then: condonation, work diary, and stress!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"10\">\n<li>Special Training = Special Forms<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>Form 104\/114\/115 \u2192 Industrial Training (last 9-12 months in a company).<\/li>\n<li>Form 105 \u2192 Secondment (short-term training under another CA, offline filing).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"11\">\n<li>Form 118 \u2013 Principal Passed Away Midway &#8211; Rare, but if this happens \u2014 ICAI needs this form to shift your articleship officially.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>Submit on time = peaceful life.<\/li>\n<li>Use SSP portal (icai.org \u2192 eServices).<\/li>\n<li>Stamp paper only for Form 102 &amp; 107.<\/li>\n<li>Always keep PDF + signed hard copy safe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Late_Submission_Condonation_Fees\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Late Submission &amp; Condonation Fees<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Delay up to 30 days \u2192 INR 100<\/li>\n<li>31\u2013180 days \u2192 INR 300<\/li>\n<li>More than 181 days \u2192 INR 1000<\/li>\n<li>ICAI may also ask for attendance sheet, work diary, stipend proof, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Working_Hours_Leaves\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Working Hours &amp; Leaves<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Work Hours:<\/strong> 35 hours per week (can go up to 60 hours during peak audits).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leaves:<\/strong> Max 157 days allowed. Excess leave = <strong>extension<\/strong> of articleship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Additional_Courses_During_Articleship\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Best Additional Courses During Articleship<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To boost career prospects, students often pursue:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>CFA, CMA, ACCA, FRM<\/li>\n<li>LLB<\/li>\n<li>DISA, CISA, CIA<\/li>\n<li>Investment Banking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Firms_for_Articleship\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Top Firms for Articleship<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Big 4 firms + mid-tier firms provide excellent training opportunities:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Deloitte<\/li>\n<li>PwC<\/li>\n<li>Ernst &amp; Young (EY)<\/li>\n<li>KPMG<\/li>\n<li>BDO International<\/li>\n<li>Grant Thornton<\/li>\n<li>SS Kothari Mehta &amp; Co.<\/li>\n<li>Lodha &amp; Co.<\/li>\n<li>Sahni Natrajan &amp; Bahl<\/li>\n<li>RSM International<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>CA Articleship is not just a requirement but a transformative journey. The exposure you get\u2014whether in a Big 4 or mid-sized firm\u2014shapes your career and equips you with the skills to become a successful Chartered Accountant.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Complete Guide to CA Articleship (2024-25) CA Articleship is the most important phase after clearing CA Intermediate. This training bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application and plays a vital role in shaping your career as a Chartered Accountant. 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