My sister just started CA (ICAI registration done) & I need honest coaching recommendations + real advice from those who’ve been through it

My younger sister has just registered on the ICAI portal and is waiting for her Class 12 results. She’s very serious about becoming a CA — not just saying it, I’ve genuinely seen her discipline and consistency over the years.

I’m a UPSC aspirant myself, so I understand how big a difference the right guidance and coaching can make (and how much time/money wrong choices can waste).

That’s why I wanted to ask this community:

👉 Which online coaching classes would you genuinely recommend for CA Foundation (and later stages)?
👉 Which ones are actually worth the money, and which ones should be avoided? (no sugarcoating please)

Also, if you’ve gone through this journey:

• What mistakes should she avoid in the beginning?
• What would you tell your younger self if you were starting CA again?
• Any specific strategy tips that actually work?

I’d really appreciate honest, experience-based advice — it would genuinely help her start strong.

Thanks a lot in advance 🙏