CA income calculator
Free, illustrative salary ranges for Chartered Accountants in India, from Year 1 to Year 15.
How the calculator works
- It starts from Year-1 pay for your chosen path, built on published ICAI campus-placement averages and salary surveys.
- It adjusts for function, city and industry, then for articleship, rank and attempt, which only affect your first few years.
- Extra qualifications and skills add small, capped uplifts.
- A growth curve projects Years 1 to 15 as Conservative, Typical and Strong ranges.
Every number and its source is listed on the methodology page.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary of a CA in India?
In this model a newly qualified CA in an industry FP&A role in a metro city earns about ₹13.5 L in Year 1, with a range of ₹11.5 to 15.5 L. By Year 5 the typical figure is ₹20.3 L. Your path, function, city and skills change it, and the calculator shows how.
How is the income range calculated?
We start from Year-1 pay for your path, adjust for function, city and industry, add small capped uplifts for qualifications and skills, and project growth over 15 years. The methodology page lists every number and its source.
Does my attempt number affect my salary?
Only a little in this model, and only in the first few years. A later attempt lowers the starting point by a few percent, and the gap closes within about three years.
Are these figures job offers?
No. They are illustrative ranges, not offers or guarantees. Many inputs are still being verified.
Is the calculator free?
Yes. It is free and your result stays on screen. Getting your plan on WhatsApp is optional.