AI Innovation Challenge: CA Innovators Showcase

Building the Future of Accounting with Artificial Intelligence

Overview

ICAI, as part of the AI Innovation Summit 2026, invites Chartered Accountants to participate in the AI Innovation Challenge: CA Innovators Showcase. The initiative aims to highlight innovative, self-developed AI and technology-driven solutions transforming professional practices.

Objective

  • Encourage AI-based solutions for professional challenges
  • Promote practical applications in audit, taxation, compliance, advisory etc.
  • Foster innovation and knowledge sharing among members

Recognition & Opportunities

  • Showcase at AI Innovation Summit 2026
  • Visibility among ICAI members, industry leaders, and stakeholders
  • Opportunity to contribute to AI adoption in the profession

Submission Requirements

Problem Statement
AI Tool/Techniques Used
Practical use cases in the CA profession
Deployment stage and current usage
Impact, benefits, and scalability
Declaration of originality
Proposed benefits

Ensure all required details and supporting materials are complete at the time of submission.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Chartered Accountants can only participate in this initiative.
  • The initiative is exclusively for Chartered Accountants who have developed their own AI solution demonstrating real-world application and measurable impact.
  • The AI solution must be individually developed and owned by the applicant./li>
  • Team-based or jointly developed solutions will not be considered. Only submissions representing individual contributions/products will be approved.

Timeline

Submission Deadline

31st May 2026 (5:00 PM)

Evaluation & Shortlisting

Based on innovation, relevance, and impact (includes virtual demonstrations) Shortlisted participants will be invited to demonstrate via zoom meeting.

Final Showcase

Top 3 Shortlisted participants will present their AI solution as a speaker at the AI Summit on 27th June 2026 (5:00–6:00 PM). (Travel and Accommodation will be provided to the shortlisted participants by AI Committee of ICAI)

How to Apply

Kindly complete the Google Form using the link provided below and ensure that all required details are filled in accurately.

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