Corporate Mitra course starts with 2,879 learners in first batch
On 4 September 2026, the Corporate Mitra course, announced in the Union Budget 2026-27 to train paraprofessionals who help MSMEs with compliance, began with 2,879 learners.
Summary
The Corporate Mitra Course began on 4 September 2026 with 2,879 learners registered in its first batch, launched at the ICAI head office in New Delhi under the guidance of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. The Corporate Mitra initiative was announced in the Union Budget 2026-27 to create a pool of trained and certified paraprofessionals who can help Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises manage business and regulatory compliance. The programme is run by ICAI, ICSI and the Institute of Cost Accountants of India, with technology and academic support from IIT Madras, IIT Madras Pravartak and SWAYAM Plus.
Key facts
- Launched
- 4 Sep 2026, ICAI HQ, New Delhi
- First batch
- 2,879 learners
- Announced in
- Union Budget 2026-27
- Aim
- Certified paraprofessionals for MSME compliance
- Partners
- ICAI, ICSI, ICoAI; IIT Madras, IIT Madras Pravartak, SWAYAM Plus
Practice MCQs 2 questions
The Corporate Mitra initiative, whose first course batch began in September 2026, was announced in which document?
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Correct answer: B — Union Budget 2026-27
Corporate Mitra was announced in the Union Budget 2026-27 to create certified paraprofessionals for MSME compliance.
Which of the following bodies is NOT one of the three professional institutes running the Corporate Mitra course?
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Correct answer: C — Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India
The course is run by ICAI, ICSI and ICoAI under MCA guidance, with support from IIT Madras, IIT Madras Pravartak and SWAYAM Plus.