Excellence in Commerce & Leadership
In the Year of 1940
“Vidya Dadhati Vinayam” - Knowledge Breeds Humility
In the Year of 1940
The Auditors Association of Southern India (TAASI) was formed in 1940 as a Registered Society, founded by practicing auditors of Coimbatore. Since its inception, TAASI has stood as a premier professional body dedicated to the advancement of the accountancy and auditing profession.
- To spread education on the science and art of accountancy
- To diffuse professional knowledge through seminars, lectures, exhibitions, and study circles
- To equip Chartered Accountants to discharge their obligations towards the advancement of trade, commerce, and industry
- To safeguard the interests of auditors and accountants through constitutional means
- To represent members grievances before institutions, authorities, and governments
- To conduct refresher courses and professional development programs
- To institute and award prizes, scholarships, and financial assistance to deserving students of accountancy
- To undertake all acts necessary for the promotion and furtherance of the profession of accountancy and auditing
Visionaries Who Built TAASI
CA Hariachar
Founder (1940) - Chartered Accountant
CA M.S. Jagannathan
Chartered Accountant
CA N.C. Rajan
Chartered Accountant
CA M.S. Ramaswami
Chartered Accountant
CA Ranganathan
Chartered Accountant
CA Hariachar
Founder (1940) - Chartered Accountant
CA M.S. Jagannathan
Chartered Accountant
CA N.C. Rajan
Chartered Accountant
CA M.S. Ramaswami
Chartered Accountant
CA Ranganathan
Chartered Accountant
Guiding Principles of TAASI
Our Mission
To promote excellence in accountancy and auditing through knowledge sharing, ethics, and continuous learning.
Our Core Values
Our values define who we are and guide every initiative we undertake
- Upholding ethical and transparent professional conduct
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
- Sharing wisdom to empower current and future professionals
- Placing service to the profession and society above self
- Living our motto “Vidya Dadhati Vinayam”
Our Vision
To be a respected, forward-looking professional association that inspires leadership, advances knowledge, and serves the profession with integrity and humility.
A Journey of Growth, Leadership, and Enduring Infrastructure
Under the dynamic leadership of Past President CA C.G. Venkataramanan, TAASI became the first Chartered Accountants’ body to own its own premises, comprising approximately 20,000 sq. ft. in the heart of Coimbatore.
The premises later received a significant facelift under Past President CA S. Krishnan, enhancing facilities for members and programs.
Key highlights :
- ✱ Focus on industry-oriented curriculum
- ✱ Designed to equip graduates, semi-qualified, and experienced professionals
- ✱ Aims to develop job-ready accountants capable of supporting management decision-making
During the tenure of Past President CA P.R. Vittal with CA M. Ramji as Secretary, TAASI established the Academy of Commerce, promoting the C.Com (Certificate in Commerce) course extensively.
TAASI has also hosted national-level seminars, including a joint taxation seminar with the All India Tax Payers Federation during the 1990s.
Leadership in Professional Bodies
TAASI members have consistently held eminent leadership positions in national and regional professional institutions.
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
SIRC Chairmen :
- ✧ CA A. Arjunaraj
- ✧ CA K. Ramaswamy
- ✧ CA G. Ramaswamy
- ✧ CA K. Shanmukhasundaram
SIRC Members :
- ✧ CA C. G. Venkataramanan
- ✧ CA S. Ramachandran
Central Council Members :
- ✧ CA G. Ramaswamy (ICAI President from 2011 to 2012)
- ✧ CA Priya Bhansali
- ✧ CA Rajkumar Adukia (Mumbai)
- ✧ CA K. Raghu (ICAI President from 2014 to 2015)
Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI)
CA M. Gopalakrishnan
- ✧ Served as Chairman, SIRC (1996 – 1997)
- ✧ Later he became President of ICMAI (2011 – 2012)
Landmark Achievement : 2011 – 2012
TAASI achieved a unique distinction with two of its life members simultaneously serving as Presidents of ICAI and ICMAI.
Awards & Student Recognition
Forms of Recognition
- Cash Awards
- Gold Medals
- Certificates of Merit
Examination Levels
- CPT
- IPCC
- Final Examinations
Awarding Body
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
