Become an Auditor
Auditors test whether processes, IT systems and reports work as they should. This career covers internal audit, IT audit and social impact assessment. Only social impact assessors have a mandatory certificate; the others are recognised credentials employers look for.
Certifications you need
Choose the credential that fits your audit specialism. DISA is only open to Chartered Accountants.
Required certifications
How to get there
Choose your audit type
Internal audit, IT audit or social impact assessment.
Clear the matching credential
CIA, CISA or ICAI DISA. Series XXIII is for social impact assessors.
Join an audit team
Banks, NBFCs, Big Four firms and global capability centres all hire.
Lead the function
Audit managers can rise to Head of Internal Audit.
What you'll do
- check_circlePlan risk-based audits
- check_circleTest controls and IT systems
- check_circleReport findings to management
- check_circleFollow up on fixes
Who hires
- Banks and NBFCs
- Big Four and audit firms
- Corporates
- Global capability centres
What it pays
Indicative figures. Actual pay varies by employer, city and experience.
Entry
₹5–15 LPA
IT audit sits at the upper end
Audit Manager
₹12–35 LPA
Includes IT risk and assurance managers
Head of Internal Audit
₹30 LPA+
Chief Audit Executive
Frequently asked questions
CIA or CISA: which should I choose?
CIA is for internal audit in general. CISA is for IT and information systems audit.
Can I take DISA without being a CA?
No. ICAI's DISA is only for members of ICAI, meaning qualified Chartered Accountants.
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