The 2026 CA Salary Crash: Why Freshers Are Struggling for Jobs

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In this episode of The CA Podcast, Neeraj Arora sits down with Vrinda to have an honest, no-filter conversation on a question that defines many careers in India — how much does a Chartered Accountant really earn?
This discussion goes beyond social media claims and WhatsApp forwards to break down the real salary landscape of CAs in India and abroad. Neeraj explains why there is no “standard CA salary”, how background, articleship exposure, skills, and mindset create massive variation, and why degrees alone no longer guarantee high pay.

The episode covers:
Campus vs off-campus salary reality
Why 70–80% CAs are placed off-campus
Salary ranges in Tier-1 vs Tier-2/3 cities
How articleship, profile choice, and skills impact pay
Audit vs M&A vs consulting compensation
The truth about Dubai salaries and cost of living
Rankers, multiple attempts, and long-term career outcomes
Neeraj also shares personal experiences, industry hiring insights, and a clear message for students feeling demotivated by numbers — CA is a long-term profession, not a sprint. Like doctors, growth comes with time, skill-building, and continuous learning.
This episode is essential for CA students, fresh CAs, repeaters, and professionals seeking clarity instead of hype.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro – Salary of a Chartered Accountant
3:00 Reality of CA salary in India?
9:20 What are real campus placement numbers?
10:24 Off-campus CA salary reality?
16:06 Neeraj’s first CA salary experience
19:26 Salary difference by CA profiles?
25:40 Dubai opportunities for CAs worth it?
27:58 Do multiple attempts affect salary?
31:56 Final advice + Closing thoughts

📘 What You’ll Learn in This Episode
Real salary ranges for CAs in India
Why skills matter more than degrees
How to think long-term about CA careers
Mistakes that limit salary growth
How to build value, not just expectations

⚠️ Disclaimer
This content is for educational purposes only. Salary figures discussed are indicative and based on practical experience, not guarantees.

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