Question
Is coaching mandatory for CA, or can I self-study?
Answer
Bottom line: Coaching is not mandatory — ICAI is built around a self-study model.
1. What ICAI gives
Free Board of Studies study material, revision test papers, mock tests and BoS Live e-learning for every registered student.
2. Coaching is optional
Private coaching can help, but the institute does not require it.
3. In practice
Many students clear the exams on self-study with ICAI material.
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