ICAI CA Foundation May 2025: Vrinda Aggarwal tops exam, A look at her inspiring journey
Vrinda Aggarwal has secured the top rank in the ICAI CA Foundation May 2025 examination, emerging as a formidable name in the Chartered Accountancy landscape. A government school graduate with a diverse background in the performing arts and literature, Aggarwal’s success reflects a compelling blend of academic strength and co-curricular distinction.The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) declared the results for the May session earlier this week. While thousands appeared for the Foundation level exam, Aggarwal stood out with her exceptional performance, adding yet another milestone to her growing list of achievements.
Government school student rises to the top
A standout alumnus of Delhi’s government school system, Vrinda Aggarwal was honoured by the Directorate of Education (DoE) for clinching the top zonal rank in Commerce, a testament to her early academic excellence. Her trajectory has only soared since then. In January 2025, she cleared both groups of the CA Intermediate exam in her very first attempt, a distinction achieved by only a select few in the country.Her journey challenges the prevailing perception that premier professional achievements are the domain of elite institutions. Aggarwal’s rise underscores the shifting academic dynamics where students from public schools are not only competing but excelling in India’s toughest professional arenas.
A scholar and an artist
Alongside her pursuit of Chartered Accountancy, Aggarwal holds a Visharad Purna in Kathak dance from Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, passed with distinction. Years of training in classical dance have shaped her discipline, focus, and creative expression, qualities that clearly echo in her academic success.Aggarwal is also a prolific writer, with over 50 original poems to her name. Her work has featured in anthologies, including the publication “Moons and Memories”. Known for her flair in poetry, she continues to be active in the literary space, adding a powerful narrative voice to her already impressive profile.
