The Board of Studies (Operations) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) organizes the Four Weeks Residential Programme on Professional Skills Development for CA Final students and recently qualified Chartered Accountants. This flagship program is designed to hone the soft skills and professional competence of the next generation of CAs.
Why join this Residential Programme?
While participation is voluntary, this program is highly recommended for its transformative impact. It is treated as part of your Articleship Training and provides a significant advantage: Exemption from the 15-day Management and Communication Skills (MCS) component of the Advanced Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills (AICITSS).
Beyond the exemption, the course focuses on:
- Enhancing communication and interpersonal skills.
- Developing leadership and negotiation proficiency.
- Building a professional network with peers from across India.
- Holistic personality development in a corporate-simulated environment.
Course Contents
The curriculum is rigorous and module-based, covering:
- Personal Growth: Developing key personal traits and emotional intelligence.
- Communication: Business communication, public speaking, and presentation mastery.
- Professional Skills: Interpersonal & negotiation skills, business & social etiquette.
- Management: Practice development, general management principles, and office management.
- Awareness: Current affairs and the evolving role of CAs in the global economy.
Course Methodology
The program moves beyond traditional classroom teaching, utilizing modern, interactive techniques:
- Group Discussions (GD)
- Management Games & Simulation Exercises
- Role Plays
- Case Studies & Projects
- Field Visits (Local industrial or heritage visits)
Salient Features
- Dual Benefit: Counts towards Articleship Training and provides exemption from the MCS (AICITSS) course.
- Skill Focus: Intensive training on soft skills, project preparation, and presentation.
- Networking: A unique opportunity to build team spirit and lifelong professional bonds.
- Mentorship: Guidance from domain experts and senior professionals.
Course Duration and Venue
The program is a 28-day (4 weeks) full-time residential course held at ICAI’s state-of-the-art Centres of Excellence (CoE).
- For Male Students (Jaipur):
- Venue: ICAI Centre of Excellence, “ICAI Bhawan,” Chosla, Tehsil Chaksu, Jaipur – 302901, Rajasthan.
- Contact: 9982641705 / 9664036498 | Email: coejaipur@icai.in
- For Female Students (Hyderabad):
- Venue: ICAI Centre of Excellence, “ICAI Bhawan,” Plot No. 10 & 11, Nanakramguda, Financial District, Gachibowli, Hyderabad – 500019, Telangana.
- Contact: 040-65356676 | Email: coehyd@icai.org / hydcoe@icai.in
(Note: Venues are subject to change based on batch availability. Always check the official announcement for your specific batch.)
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates meeting the following criteria can apply:
- CA Final Students: currently undergoing the last two years of articleship or having completed articleship.
- Recently Qualified Chartered Accountants.
- Intermediate Students: Candidates who have passed CA Intermediate/IPCC and have completed at least one year of articleship (subject to specific batch guidelines).
Course Fee & Concessions
- Standard Fee:₹48,000 (for both male and female candidates).
- Includes: Tuition, course materials, boarding, lodging, and local field visits.
- Payment Mode: Online via Credit Card/Net Banking/Bhim UPI through the ICAI Cloud Campus portal.
- Registration Payment: You may pay the full fee upfront or a partial registration fee (approx. 20%) with the balance payable prior to course commencement.
- Special Concession: In previous years, ICAI has offered subsidized rates (e.g., ₹24,000 or ₹12,000) for specific batches to encourage participation. Please check the current notification for any active discounts.
- Rank Holder Exemption: Top 10 Rank Holders of CA Intermediate and CA Final exams are exempt from the course fee.
How to Register Online
Registration is handled through the ICAI Digital Learning Hub or the POU portal.
- Registration Status (As of Jan 2026): Check Active Batches Here
- Process:
- Visit www.icaionlineregistration.org or the ICAI Digital Learning Hub.
- Login using your Student Registration Number (SRO/NRO/etc.) and Date of Birth.
- Select “Residential Programme” under the Course category.
- Choose your batch (Jaipur/Hyderabad) and click “Register.”
Required Details for Registration:
- ICAI Registration Number & Date of Birth.
- Date of joining & completion of Articleship (upload completion certificate if applicable).
- Details of Principal (Name, Membership No., Firm Name).
- Marks secured in previous ICAI examinations.
Submission of Documents: After successful online registration, email the scanned copy of the registered form to psd@icai.in or the respective CoE email (coejaipur@icai.in / coehyd@icai.in).
Important Guidelines
- Selection: Admission is generally on a First-Come-First-Served basis. In case of over-subscription, preference may be given to qualified CAs or those nearest to exam completion.
- Cancellation Policy:
- Within 2 weeks of commencement: No refund.
- 2nd last week: 20% deduction.
- Last week: 30% deduction.
- Exemption Note: Successfully completing this 4-week program automatically exempts you from the standard 15-day MCS/AICITSS requirement. You do not need to do the 15-day course separately.
Contact for Clarifications
For the latest updates on batch schedules and fee structures:
- Board of Studies (Operations): 0120-3045935 / 0120-3045988
- Email: psd@icai.in / bos@icai.in
- Website: www.icai.org
