If you’re following the CA Foundation Route, you’ll be eligible to begin your Articleship only after successfully clearing either one or both groups of the CA Intermediate exams. Additionally, you must complete a four-week Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills (ICITSS).
On the other hand, if you’re a student taking the Direct Entry route, which involves entering the CA program after completing your graduation or post-graduation, you can start your Articleship right after registering for the Intermediate Course and finishing the Four Weeks Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills (ICITSS).
CA Articleship Registration Forms
Before delving into the Articleship registration process, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the key forms used in the CA Articleship process. These forms play a crucial role in the application and documentation process. Here are some of the important forms:
- Form 102: This form is used for initial registration as an articled assistant. It is submitted to the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) after clearing either or both groups of the CA Intermediate exams.
- Form 103: This form is used to request a transfer of your Articleship from one Chartered Accountant (CA) to another during the Articleship period. It is important to follow the guidelines and rules outlined by ICAI when applying for such transfers.
- Form 107: If you wish to serve as an articled assistant under a CA in a foreign country, you would need to submit this form for registration of the service.
- Form 108: When you’re starting or resuming your Articleship under a new principal CA, this form is used for intimation to ICAI. It should be submitted within 30 days of the commencement of the Articleship.
- Form 109: This form is utilized for the completion of the Articleship period. It should be submitted by both the principal CA and the articled assistant upon the completion of the Articleship tenure.
- Form 113: In cases where you need to extend your Articleship period beyond the stipulated duration, you would use this form to apply for an extension.
- Form 114: This form is used for seeking permission to pursue another course or employment during the Articleship period. It’s important to get approval from ICAI before undertaking any additional commitments.
- Form 115: If you wish to take a break or suspend your Articleship for a specific period due to valid reasons, such as health issues or personal reasons, you would use this form to request a suspension.
- Form 116: If you want to cancel your Articleship before completing the full term, this form is used for applying for cancellation. There are specific rules and conditions governing such cancellations.
- Form 117: This form is used to apply for a transfer of Articleship in cases where the articled assistant or the principal CA wishes to relocate to another location within India.