Archive · 30 Dec 2025
17,800 New Chartered Accountants Join Profession
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) held a big ceremony in 15 cities to welcome 17,800 new Chartered Accountants.
These new professionals received their membership certificates and were celebrated for their achievements.
Most of the new accountants come from the Northern, Western, and Eastern regions of India.
The ceremony was held twice a year and is a formal step for those who have completed their exams and training.
The speakers talked about how accountants are important not just for taxes and audits, but also for managing public money and using digital systems.
The new members were reminded to follow professional rules and keep learning.
17,800 new Chartered Accountants were formally inducted in a ceremony across 15 locations in India.
The Northern, Western, and Eastern regions had the highest number of new enrollments.
The convocation was held twice a year to award certificates to those who completed exams and training.
Speakers highlighted the expanding roles of Chartered Accountants in public finance and digital governance.
New members were reminded of the importance of adhering to ethical standards and continuous professional education.
- Who
- 17,800 newly qualified Chartered Accountants
- What
- Convocation ceremony for membership certificates
- When
- Monday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- 15 locations across India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai
- Why
- To formally induct new professionals and felicitate rank holders
- Total New CAs
- 17,800
- Regions with Highest Enrollment
- Northern (5,474), Western (5,195), Eastern (3,205)
- Convocation Locations
- 15 cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai
- Convocation Frequency
- Twice a year
- Enrollment Period
- July 16, 2025 - November 30, 2025
- Key Roles Highlighted
- Audit, taxation, public finance, digital governance
- Ethical Standards
- Adherence to professional conduct and continuous education