The application process of CA November 2020 examinations is open now, and candidates can apply before August 25 to appear for the exams. Moreover, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has added more test centres to the list of ICAI test centers 2020 that was earlier shared. Now, there will be more than 300 test centers for ICAI 2020 that are scheduled to be held from November 1 to 17, 2020.
The ICAI exam, also known as CA exams, is conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) for aspirants of the Chartered Accountancy profession in India. The exam is conducted at different levels as per the CA courses. For being certified as a Chartered Accountant, candidates have to qualify in all the levels of ICAI examinations.
The CA courses at ICAI are as under:
- CA Foundation course examination (4 papers)
- CA Intermediate examination (8 papers based on New Syllabus and 8 paper based on Old Syllabus)
- CA Final examination (8 papers based on New Syllabus and 8 paper based on Old Syllabus)
The ICPAU is responsible for: (i) setting and maintaining accounting and auditing standards; (ii) setting licensing requirements for accounting firms, and issuing and renewing licenses; (iii) issuing practicing certificates to qualified members who wish to practice accountancy; (iv) maintaining a register of practicing accountants; (v) setting initial professional development and continuing professional development requirements and regulating practical training; (vi) establishing ethical requirements; (vii) monitoring the conduct and performance of its members, including quality assurance reviews; (viii) investigating and disciplining members for misconduct and breach of professional standards; and (ix) advising the government on matters of financial accountability.