About ICAI

5 Regional Councils
185+ Branches in India
50+ Overseas Chapters
30+ Representative Offices
47 Presence across 47 countries
Who we are

A statutory body established by an Act of Parliament

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) was established under The Chartered Accountants Act, 1949 (Act No. XXXVIII of 1949) for regulating the profession of Chartered Accountancy in India. The Institute functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India.

"Regulating and advancing the profession of Chartered Accountancy since 1949"

Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Govt. of India
Our reach

Second largest accounting body in the world

In its journey of over 7 decades, ICAI has made immense contributions in the field of education, professional development, and maintenance of high accounting, auditing & ethical standards. Today ICAI stands as the second largest professional body of Chartered Accountants in the world, with a strong global presence through 164 Branches, 5 Regional Councils and 31 Overseas Chapters.

"164 Branches · 5 RCs · 31 Overseas Chapters serving members globally"

2nd largest CA body worldwide

ICAI TV — 24x7 online channel

ICAI has revamped its online TV to capture developments, initiatives and achievements. Live telecasts, webinars, policy insights and more — accessible from any device, anytime.

Visit ICAI TV →
Our vision

Building trust through connectivity and transparency

With the revamp of ICAI TV, the Institute aims to build a strong bond of trust with stakeholders, members, students, government and the general public. ICAI believes in the power of connectivity and looks forward to strengthening its image as the nation's premier accounting body by disseminating useful information in accounting, assurance, taxation, finance and business.

"Empowering members, students & stakeholders with just a simple click"

www.icaitv.com

Key areas of focus

Education & Training

World-class curriculum and professional development programs for aspiring CAs.

Ethical Standards

Maintaining high accounting, auditing and ethical standards across the profession.

Taxation & Finance

Insights and guidance on taxation, assurance, finance and business practices.

Digital Innovation

Leveraging technology and digitization to deliver services and information online.

Global Presence

31 overseas chapters connecting the Indian CA community across the world.

Stakeholder Connect

Continuous engagement with members, students, government and the public at large.