ICAI AICA Level-2 Bengaluru Batch Starts August 29 for Level-1 Certified CAs
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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India has listed a fresh Bengaluru batch of its AI for Chartered Accountants-Level-2 (AICA-Level-2) programme beginning on 29 August 2026. The batch is aimed at Chartered Accountants who have already completed AICA-Level-1 and want to move into more advanced, implementation-focused use of artificial intelligence.
Batch schedule and format
ICAI's AI course portal lists Batch 81 for Bengaluru with the online component scheduled for 29 and 30 August 2026, followed by the physical component on 31 August, 1 September and 2 September 2026. The programme therefore combines two days of online learning with three days of in-person sessions.
The official AICA-Level-2 course note describes the programme as a five-day, non-residential course. The online portion is delivered through Zoom and may accommodate up to 200 participants in joint sessions, while the physical component is designed for up to 50 participants.
Who can enrol
Eligibility is restricted to Chartered Accountants who are already AICA-Level-1 certified. That makes this a progression course rather than an entry-level AI programme for ICAI members.
Course objective, fee and CPE credit
According to ICAI's official course document, AICA-Level-2 is designed to help Chartered Accountants develop advanced AI skills for designing and deploying end-to-end AI solutions at client offices, with the stated objective of improving operational efficiency and decision-making. The course carries 30 structured CPE hours and the fee is listed at ₹10,000 plus GST.
The course framework also provides for a digital certificate after completion requirements are met. ICAI states that participants can expect the certificate approximately 60 days after completing the batch, submitting the capstone project and completing the review process. The certificate is made available through the Digital Learning Hub, with participants notified through the AICA group.
Why this matters for CA professionals
The programme is directly relevant to members looking to move beyond basic AI awareness into implementation and client-facing use cases. For practitioners and finance professionals exploring automation, analytics or AI-enabled advisory services, the Level-2 course is positioned around deployment rather than introductory concepts.
What interested members should check now
Eligible members should verify seat availability, batch logistics and registration status on ICAI's official AI course portal before making travel or scheduling commitments. Because the Bengaluru batch starts on 29 August, the remaining registration window may be limited.
Practical takeaway: AICA-Level-1 certified Chartered Accountants interested in the Bengaluru AICA-Level-2 batch should review the official batch page promptly. The scheduled format is two online days from 29-30 August followed by three physical days from 31 August to 2 September 2026, with 30 structured CPE hours.
Useful official links
Key takeaway
The batch starts within days and has a narrow eligibility window, making the schedule and course requirements immediately useful to eligible ICAI members.
