About
About P.M. Hegde & Co.
Established in 1968 with a professional legacy extending back to the pioneering practice of Late CA P.M. Hegde, our firm represents nearly a century of combined accounting and audit heritage in coastal Karnataka. We are committed to upholding the highest standards prescribed by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), delivering dependable audit, taxation, and advisory services built on integrity, technical excellence, and long-standing client trust.
Our Story
Founded on a professional legacy that traces back nearly a century, P.M. Hegde & Co. has evolved into one of the most trusted Chartered Accountancy practices in coastal Karnataka, built on integrity, discipline, and adherence to ICAI standards.
Established as a partnership firm in 1968, the practice builds upon
the foundational work of Late CA P.M. Hegde, who was among the early
professional accountants in the region. Over decades, the firm has
grown steadily by focusing on audit quality, tax compliance, and
ethical advisory services.
Today, we continue to serve a diverse portfolio of clients including
banking institutions, co-operative societies, educational bodies,
charitable trusts, and commercial enterprises, ensuring compliance
with evolving regulatory frameworks under ICAI, Income Tax Act, and
allied laws.
10,000+
Tax Returns Filed
500+
Clients Served
ICAI
Registered Practice
98
Years of Professional Legacy
Our Mission & Values
Guided by professional ethics and a commitment to regulatory excellence, we strive to deliver reliable, compliant, and value-driven financial advisory services to our clients across sectors.
Core Value
Integrity First
We adhere to the highest standards of professional ethics, independence, and transparency in accordance with ICAI guidelines, ensuring complete trust and accountability in every engagement.
Our Approach
Continuous Improvement
We embrace evolving regulatory frameworks, technology-driven accounting practices, and industry best standards to deliver efficient and compliant financial solutions.
Our Philosophy
Client-Centric Partnership
We work closely with clients as long-term professional advisors, understanding their business environment and delivering tailored solutions in audit, taxation, and compliance matters.
The Co-Founder's Message
With over five decades of professional experience in audit, taxation, and advisory services, CA Rathnakar Shetty H (H.R. Shetty) has played a key role in shaping the legacy of P.M. Hegde & Co. The firm was built on a foundation of integrity, technical excellence, and adherence to ICAI standards, serving clients across banking, co-operative, and commercial sectors.
CA Rathnakar Shetty H
Senior Partner, P.M. Hegde & Co.
Team
Meet Our Professional Team
Our team of ICAI-qualified Chartered Accountants and experienced professionals brings together decades of expertise in audit, taxation, compliance, and advisory services across diverse industries.
Engage With Our Experts
Connect with our partners and professional team to discuss audit, taxation, regulatory compliance, and advisory requirements tailored to your business needs.
Why P.M. Hegde & Co.
Professional Excellence Rooted in Trust, Experience & Integrity
Established as a partnership firm in 1968 and built upon a professional legacy extending nearly a century, M/s. P.M. Hegde & Co. has developed deep expertise in audit, taxation, and advisory services for a wide range of institutional and commercial clients.
Banking & Institutional Audit Expertise
Extensive experience in statutory audits, concurrent audits, revenue audits, and income & expenditure audits for banking institutions, co-operative societies, trusts, and educational organizations.
Independent & Professional Ethics
Strict adherence to ICAI standards of independence, confidentiality, and professional ethics across all audit, taxation, and advisory engagements.
Practical Regulatory Advisory
Guidance on income tax, GST, audit compliance, and regulatory requirements delivered with a practical, business-oriented approach tailored to client needs.
Long-Standing Professional Legacy
A practice built on nearly a century of professional heritage and over five decades of partnership firm experience, grounded in trust, integrity, and technical competence.
