CA Student Interview on How to prepare for CA Exam from Home

CA Online Preparation Questionnaire

Careers360: Tell us something about yourself and the CA course you are currently preparing for.

Varsha: I am varsha sharma. I have completed my graduation in B.com from Delhi University. I am pursuing Chartered Accountancy as a career, currently preparing for CA Intermediate(IPCC).

Careers360: Why did you choose Chartered Accountancy as your career ahead, was there any specific reason for it?

Varsha: With the rapid growth in economy, careers in finance and accounts have gained tremendous popularity and the most prestigious career option in the field is that of a Chartered Accountant. Chartered Accountancy is a dynamic, challenging and rewarding profession. It is a 5 year full fledged course but I am ready to devote all this time because the opportunities and scope once you become a CA are truly worth it.

Careers360: How is your CA exam preparation going during the lockdown period?

Varsha: In the current situation of lockdown, staying home has been beneficial in two ways - first being safe and second giving utmost time & attention to my studies .

Careers360: Are you following any CA study time table during lock down? If yes, how have you created the same?

Varsha: There is no strict time table as such but as I have enough time these days therefore I give 5 to 6 hours untangling my basic concepts & revising them with the practice of solving Mock Test Paper & Previous year papers.

Careers360: What changes did you majorly feel in the way you prepared for the exam?

Varsha: Staying Away from family makes it hard to maintain a healthy routine and due to this it makes things a bit more difficult . Carrying out household chores alone and balancing it with preparation is exhausting. Due to the basic rule of social distancing , group studies and solving each other's problems is out of question. However, there are more pros than cons for me as I am able to devote more time to study and I am using this time to focus on my weak points and make sure I am fully prepared for the exam.

Careers360: Now that you have tried both offline and online study for CA exam, which one do you prefer? And why?

Varsha: Both the ways have their own pros and cons but personally I feel offline preparation is advantageous. In online courses you get the basic idea of the topic you are preparing and do not get a chance to raise a doubt whereas in offline courses you can consult your teaching faculty for the slightest problem and concern.

Careers360: Is there some specific point you are focusing on while studying from home?

Varsha: With the completion of course & due to plenty of time my only focus is revising my notes and study material as much as possible.

Careers360: Are you going for an online coaching program or self study?

Varsha: As I have told my preference ,I prefer offline study. So Yes , I am doing self study.

Careers360: Do you think the CA official study material available on the ICAI website is adequate for the exam preparation?

Varsha: I have been following the official website of ICAI and it is of great help . A deep knowledge of concepts through study material gives good rewards, but, for practice one can prefer some extra books of other teachers.

Careers360: What other books apart from the official study material you are referring to for CA exam preparations?

Varsha: I am referring to CA Praveen Sharma sir’s book for Accountancy but only the official CA Inter study material for theory subjects.

Careers360: How do you take your time off amid all the exam tensions, what’s your stress relief mantra?

Varsha: My mantra is Meditation. Amid all the stressful and tiring preparation hours, half an hour of meditation proves as my energy booster, increases my strength to focus & expands my thinking ability.

Careers360: Do you want to give any tips to your fellow students who are also preparing for the exam?

Varsha: Due to lockdown the examination has been postponed so my tip is to use this time effectively & efficiently for preparation. This is the time to make up for all the missed lessons, bleak concepts and lack of revision.