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ICAI Mandates Digital E-Diary for CA Articleship Starting January 2026

The tool enforces fortnightly submissions to improve oversight of training.

Overview

  • Requirement applies to CA students beginning practical training on or after January 1, 2026, with access provided via the Self-Service Portal.
  • Trainees record attendance and tasks in a structured format, submit entries every fortnight, edit or delete before submission, and track approval status.
  • Principals review entries, trainees get seven days to resubmit changes, principals then have seven days to approve, and unattended entries are deemed approved.
  • The platform captures stipend details within the first fortnight after payment and integrates with Form 109 for termination cases.
  • ICAI says real-time visibility and MIS reports will support mentoring, identify training gaps, and align outcomes with its competency framework.