7July 2026 Bengaluru, India — On 4 July 2026, in a convocation ceremony held at Bengaluru, 143 new finance and accounting professionals received their Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA®) certificates for examination completion or acceptance into membership of The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) – the world’s largest professional body of members and students focused on business, finance and management accounting.
The convocation ceremony brought together talented students, their families, academic and learning partners, and senior leaders from across business for an afternoon of recognition. Of the 143 professionals honoured, 40 received their Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA®) designation and acceptance into CIMA membership, 70 were recognised for completing their CIMA examinations and eligibility for membership, and 33 were celebrated as prize winner. The event also recognised the contribution of the association’s university and learning partners across India, whose work continues to prepare the next generation of finance and accounting talent.
The CGMA designation was established in 2012 through a joint initiative with the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and CIMA to provide global recognition of professionals who have reached the highest benchmark of quality and competence. Earning the CGMA designation and entry into membership of CIMA comes upon the completion of the CGMA Professional Qualification and relevant work experience. All members must adhere to CIMA’s code of ethics and professional conduct.
Venkkat Ramanan, FCMA, CGMA, Regional Vice President – Asia Pacific at AICPA & CIMA, said:
“Congratulations to the latest set of CGMA professionals. Now armed with critical thinking, commercial, ethical judgement and technical skills, this new cohort of are set to help propel economic growth across India and play an important role in expanding finance and accounting capabilities for organisations, including the expansion of Global Capability Centres. ”
Ajay Lalwani, FCMA, CGMA, Country Manager – India at AICPA & CIMA, said:
“CGMAs represent the future of finance. As businesses navigate rapid technological change, artificial intelligence, sustainability imperatives, and evolving global markets, organisations need finance professionals who combine technical excellence with strategic thinking, ethical leadership, and business acumen. We congratulate every graduate and look forward to seeing them create meaningful impact across industries in India and around the world.”
As India’s finance and accounting profession continues to grow in scale and global influence, AICPA & CIMA remains committed to supporting the country’s talent pipeline through the CGMA designation, ongoing professional development, and initiatives such as RISE2040 that help shape what the profession will look like in the years ahead. Today’s new class joins a global network, a community the Association expects to keep growing alongside India’s expanding role in global business and finance.
