ICAI “World Forum of Accountants 2.0”
January 30- February 01, 2026
India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida, India
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is a Statutory body established on July 01, 1949 by an Act of Indian Parliament, viz., The Chartered Accountants Act, 1949 for promotion, development and regulation of the profession of Chartered Accountancy in India. As on date, the Institute has 5 Regional Councils, 183 Branches in India and 54 Chapters & 31 Representative Offices abroad spanning in 47 countries. As the world’s largest accounting body, ICAI has over 4,50,000 members and 10,00,000 students. ICAI is represented at almost all the international forums on accountancy and has qualification reciprocity agreement with 8 prominent accounting bodies worldwide and collaborative agreements with 16 accounting bodies.
Following the success of the inaugural “World Forum of Accountants” in 2025, ICAI is organizing an Expanded, Elevated, and more Exciting than ever “World Forum of Accountants (WOFA 2.0)” which aims to provide an event of such grandeur where the global accountancy and finance community can stay connected and lead the ever-changing dynamics of the field. The WOFA 2.0 is scheduled to be held on January 30- February 01, 2026 at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida, India and expected to witness highest ever participation of approx. 25,000 delegates worldwide. It is also a great opportunity for the business community at large to connect with such distinguished congregation at one place to network, promote and showcase their product and services.
The World Forum of Accountants being organized by the ICAI is a premier global gathering that brings together a diverse community of accounting and finance professionals, thought leaders, policymakers, regulators, innovators, industry leaders and motivators. The Theme for this year’s Forum “Nation Building to Global Collaboration: Strengthening Trust, Enabling Growth” would highlight the pivotal role of accountants in shaping a sustainable future. For more information about the event please refer the brochure below.
Local Businesses & Trade Chambers, Accounting Bodies, Capital Markets Regulator, Banks, Mutual Funds, and the extensive Finance and Corporate Communities including Accounting, Taxation, Banking & Finance professionals are requested to participate in the event. Recognizing India as a global magnet for investment and a fastest-developing nation, your presence will offer a unique opportunity for profound synergistic engagement and growth.
The registrations are open for the Forum and the interested participants may register at https://wofa.icai.org/register to avail early bird discount for the event. Further, corporate and business community may explore association opportunities at https://wofa.icai.org/sponsor
For any further information or query our team is available at wofa@icai.in.
