71-Year-Old Man Achieves Dream of Becoming a Chartered Accountant
Inspired by His Granddaughter’s Homework
Age is truly just a number. This inspiring story proves it. A 71-year-old man has become a Chartered Accountant (CA). He passed one of India’s toughest exams. His journey is now motivating countless others.
Meet Tara Chand Agarwal
Tara Chand Agarwal hails from Jaipur. He used to work as a banker. After retiring from the State Bank of Bikaner & Jaipur (SBBJ), he could have taken it easy. But he chose a different path.
How It All Started
Agarwal’s journey began at home. He started helping his granddaughter with her CA exam studies. What began as a simple helping hand soon turned into a passion. He found himself deeply interested in the subject. Before long, he decided to take the exams himself.
The Power of Hard Work
After years of dedication, Agarwal earned the CA title. His story shows that it’s never too late to chase your dreams. CA Nikhilesh Kataria shared Agarwal’s story on LinkedIn. It quickly went viral, inspiring many.
Inspiring People Everywhere
People across the internet celebrated Agarwal’s determination. Many commented on how his success restored their faith in lifelong learning. Words like “inspiring,” “unbelievable,” and “legend” were used to describe him.
CA Final Examination 2025 Results
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) released the results on July 6. Ranjan Kabra from Maharashtra topped the exam with 516 out of 600 marks. He secured All India Rank 1. Nishtha Bothra and Manav Rakesh Shah followed closely behind.
A Story of Hope
This year, 14,247 candidates cleared the final hurdle. The exams were held from May 16 to May 24. Among all those names, Tara Chand Agarwal’s story stands out. It reminds us that dreams don’t have an expiry date.
Lessons to Learn
- Age is just a number.
- Hard work and dedication can lead to success at any age.
- Lifelong learning is both possible and inspiring.
- Dreams don’t have an expiry date.
