Training Exemption CA& CMA Course

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kuldeep (Querist)
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11 December 2022 Sir,

Presently i am working in a private limited company since many years and i had completed my graduation and i want applied for ICMA Course and CA Course

Please advice me ca i take practical training exemption in the Course ICMA and CA Course

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Asha Kanta Sharma

Asha Kanta Sharma

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11 July 2024 In both the ICMAI (Institute of Cost Accountants of India) and ICAI (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India) courses, there are provisions for exemption from practical training based on your work experience. Here’s how it generally works for each course:

### ICMAI (Cost Accountancy - CMA Course):

1. **ICMAI Foundation Course:**
- If you have completed your graduation, you can directly register for the ICMAI Foundation Course.
- The Foundation course does not require practical training, so you do not need to worry about exemptions at this stage.

2. **ICMAI Intermediate Course:**
- To be eligible for exemptions from practical training in the Intermediate course, you need to meet certain criteria related to your work experience:
- Typically, ICMAI grants exemptions based on the number of years of relevant work experience you have after completing your graduation.
- You will need to submit proof of your work experience along with your application for exemptions.
- The exemptions are subject to approval by ICMAI based on their guidelines and regulations.

### ICAI (Chartered Accountancy - CA Course):

1. **CA Foundation Course:**
- Similar to ICMAI, the CA Foundation course does not have any practical training requirements.
- You can directly enroll for the CA Foundation course after completing your graduation.

2. **CA Intermediate Course:**
- For exemptions from practical training in the CA Intermediate course, known as Articleship in the CA context, ICAI has specific rules:
- You can claim exemptions from Articleship based on relevant work experience if you have been working in a financial, commercial, or industrial establishment for a specified period.
- Exemptions are granted based on the number of years of experience and the nature of work performed, subject to approval by ICAI.

### Practical Training Exemption:

- **Documentation:** For both ICMAI and ICAI, when applying for exemptions from practical training, you will typically need to provide:
- Proof of your graduation.
- Proof of relevant work experience (such as employment certificates, job descriptions, etc.).
- Any other documents as specified by the respective institute.

- **Approval Process:** The granting of exemptions is subject to the discretion of ICMAI and ICAI. They evaluate each application on a case-by-case basis to ensure that the work experience meets their criteria for exemption.

### Advice:

- **Consult with Institutes:** It is advisable to contact both ICMAI and ICAI directly or visit their official websites to get specific guidance on the eligibility criteria and documentation required for claiming exemptions from practical training.
- **Professional Advice:** If needed, seek advice from professionals who are familiar with the requirements of both institutes to ensure that your application for exemptions is correctly prepared and submitted.

By understanding the specific requirements and following the correct procedures, you can optimize your path towards completing either the ICMAI or ICAI courses based on your existing work experience.

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