CA (Chartered Accountant) is a professional course in accounting and finance offered by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). It is one of the most respected and challenging careers in the commerce field. Students can start after 12th by registering for the CA Foundation level.
The course has three main levels: Foundation, Intermediate, and Final, along with practical training called Articleship. It usually takes about 4–5 years to complete, depending on exam clearance.
CA students study subjects like accounting, taxation, auditing, law, and financial management. After becoming a Chartered Accountant, you can work as an auditor, tax consultant, finance manager, or start your own practice.