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CA Articleship in Kochi — Vijayarajan & Associates
Train as an articled assistant in an ICAI-registered, peer-reviewed Chartered Accountancy firm in practice since 1993, based in Ravipuram, Ernakulam. Hands-on work across audit, income tax, GST, NRI & FEMA, and company law, under the supervision of qualified Chartered Accountants.
What you will work on
Articleship here is broad by design. You rotate across the firm's active practice areas rather than being confined to one desk.
Audit & Assurance
Statutory, tax, bank and concurrent audits across multiple industries.
Income Tax
Return filing, TDS/TCS, assessments, and representation across assessee types.
GST
Registration, monthly and annual returns, e-invoicing, and departmental work.
NRI & FEMA
Residential status, DTAA, repatriation, and FEMA compliance for non-residents.
Company Law
Incorporation, ROC filings, and secretarial compliance support.
Startup & Advisory
Entity formation, project reports, and compliance for founders.
Why train here
A four-partner firm whose qualifications span chartered accountancy, law, information systems audit (DISA), IFRS, and banking, with clients across biotechnology, manufacturing, IT, fintech, hospitals, trading, and charitable organisations.
✓Diverse exposure
Real engagements across audit, tax, GST, NRI, and company law.
✓Partner mentorship
Direct supervision by qualified Chartered Accountants with decades of combined practice.
✓Peer-reviewed standards
Work conducted to the standards expected of an ICAI peer-reviewed firm.
Eligibility
You may apply if you have passed one or both groups of CA Intermediate as per the ICAI scheme of education and training, and have completed or are undergoing ICITSS.
At a glance
Articleship Details
| Duration | 2 years (ICAI New Scheme of Education and Training) |
| Stipend | Above the minimum rates prescribed by ICAI |
| Intake | Throughout the year, subject to vacancy |
| Eligibility | Passed both groups of CA Intermediate + ICITSS completed |
| Location | Ravipuram, Kochi, Kerala |
Apply
How to apply
Send your CV along with your ICAI registration details, or reach us directly.
- Emailinfo@vra.co.in
- WhatsApp+91 85907 38018
- Telephone+91 484 4038018
- Office61/3237, 1st Floor, Manikkath Cross Road, Ravipuram, Ernakulam, Kochi, Kerala 682016
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What practical experience will I gain during articleship at Vijayarajan & Associates?
Articled assistants work directly on live client engagements from the first month. You gain hands-on experience in statutory audit across manufacturing, banking, hospitality, and IT sectors; internal audit and concurrent audit of banks; tax audit; income-tax assessment proceedings; GST return filing, reconciliation, and advisory; company incorporation and LLP compliance; and NRI taxation, FEMA compliance, and cross-border transactions. The firm has been in continuous practice since 1993.
Who are the partners at Vijayarajan & Associates?
The firm has six partners. CA P. D. Vijayarajan (M.Com, FCA), founder and senior partner, in practice since 1987, specialises in statutory audit, bank audit, and direct taxation. CA Vijay Krishnan (B.Tech, LLB, FCA, DISA) specialises in GST, company law, startup advisory, and technology. CA Anandu Prasad, CA Prasad G, and CA Lakshmi Radhakrishnan (ACA) are partners at the Kochi office. CA Parameswaran Pillai D, with over 35 years of experience, heads the Bangalore branch.
What is the duration of CA Practical Training under the ICAI New Scheme?
Under the ICAI New Scheme of Education and Training (effective 1 July 2023), the duration of Practical Training (articleship) is 2 years. This applies to students who register under the New Scheme after passing both groups of the CA Intermediate Examination and completing the four-week ICITSS. Students registered under the earlier scheme continue with 3 years as per ICAI transition rules.
Who is eligible to commence CA articleship?
A student must have passed both groups of the CA Intermediate Examination and completed the four-week ICITSS. Two entry routes: Foundation Route (register after Class 10, appear for Foundation exam after Class 12) and Direct Entry Route (commerce graduates/postgraduates with 55% marks, other graduates/postgraduates with 60% marks, or Intermediate level of ICSI or ICMAI passed).
Does the firm pay a stipend during articleship?
Yes. The firm pays a monthly stipend above the minimum rates prescribed by ICAI. We encourage candidates to evaluate an articleship on the quality of experience and exposure it offers — the breadth of work, mentorship, and skills you build matter far more than the stipend.
What technology exposure will I get during articleship?
The firm uses ERP software for practice management and is progressively adopting modern technology, including AI-assisted tools, into its audit and compliance workflows. As new tools become available, we integrate them. You will get practical exposure to how technology is applied in a contemporary CA practice.
Is Vijayarajan & Associates a peer-reviewed firm?
Yes. The firm has successfully undergone the ICAI Peer Review process. ICAI Firm Registration Number: 006272S. Training at a peer-reviewed firm adds credibility to your professional profile and means you are learning practices that meet ICAI quality benchmarks.
What is ICITSS, and when should I complete it?
ICITSS (Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills) is a four-week course combining an Orientation Course and Information Technology Training. It must be completed before commencing Practical Training. After articleship, you must also complete Advanced ICITSS (AICITSS) before appearing for the CA Final Examination.
How do I apply for CA articleship at Vijayarajan & Associates, Kochi?
Apply online through our articleship application form. You may also reach us via WhatsApp at +91 85907 38018 or email at info@vra.co.in. We accept articled assistants throughout the year, subject to vacancy.
Vijayarajan & Associates is a firm of Chartered Accountants registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (Firm Registration No. 006272S). This page is for the recruitment of articled assistants and is not a solicitation of professional work.