In India, the Advanced Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills (Advanced ICITSS) is a compulsory course for all Chartered Accountant (CA) students. It is a 30-day course that is divided into two parts: Advanced Information Technology (Advanced IT) and Management and Communication Skills (MCS).
The Advanced IT exam is a computer-based test that the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) conducts. The exam is of two hours and consists of 100 multiple-choice questions.
It is clarified that students who have undergone only one, i.e. either GMCS/GMCS-II/MCS or Advanced ITT under the Final (Old) course, need to undergo the remaining component, i.e. Advanced ICITSS(Adv. IT) or Advanced ICITSS(MCS). They do not need to undergo Advanced ICITSS (Advanced IT and MCS) in its entirety.
It is specified that the following is the position for distinct categories of students who are mandated to undergo Advanced ICITSS and pass the Advanced IT test thereunder, concerning their eligibility to appear in the Final examination.
Under the syllabus approved by the Council under Regulation 31(v) of the CA Regulations,1988, the final new examination is to be conducted.
Introduction About ICITSS?
ICITSS is an important component of the CA curriculum developed to equip students with critical practical skills in information technology and soft skills.
It has Two Mandatory Courses:
Management and Communication Skills (MCS) Course: Concentrates on sharpening your communication capabilities and managerial skills, important for prospering in the current dynamic business environment.
Advanced Information Technology Course: It is in information technology, and covers topics like auditing in an ERP environment, database management, advanced Excel techniques, and enterprise resource planning (ERP).
ICITSS Importance
For CA Final students, ICITSS is pivotal since the same bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Via securing the important skills in IT, communication, and soft skills, the same course equipped future CAs with the competencies required to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment.
Also, finishing ICITSS is compulsory to appear in the CA Final examination, which makes it important to achieve the CA qualification. Via the same course, the students do not increase their employability but create a foundation for a successful career in accounting and finance, ensuring their readiness to handle the issues.
ICITSS acts as a bridge between theoretical knowledge and practical application, preparing CA students to improve in their professional careers. By knowing the eligibility criteria, registration process, and course structure summarized in this guide, you’re closer to mastering ICITSS and accomplishing success in the CA Final exam. Initiate your CA journey and get opportunities with ICITSS.
Guarantee your success in the CA Final exam and beyond with the PW CA course. Enrol now to gain access to expert guidance, study materials, and practical training customised to your requirements. Don’t miss this opportunity to avail the same today and lay the foundation for a successful career in accounting and finance!
Advanced Integrated Course Information and Guidance
Advanced Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills(Advanced ICITSS) – Advanced Information Technology Test (Under Regulation 29D(iii), 51E/72E of the Chartered Accountants Regulations, 1988)
Last Date:
Candidates must read, understand, and follow the instructions while filling in the Form and retain the same for future reference.
ICAI ICITSS 2025 Registrations Date and Timing
The exam date for the Advanced ICITSS (Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills) has been announced by the ICAI (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India), i.e. the Advanced Information Technology Test, which will be a Computer-based exam.
- Online Application Form Start –10:00 AM (IST) on Tuesday, 4th November, 2025
- The last date for filling out the online Application – Monday, 10th November 2025
- Date of Examination – Saturday, 29th November 2025
- The last date for filling out the online Application – Monday, 10th November 2025 (23:59 IST)
- website – https://advit.icaiexam.icai.org
- Timings of Examination – 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM (IST)
- Reporting time – 09:15 AM (IST)
- List of Exam Centre – Click here
- Examination Fee: Rs. 500/- for Centres in India, INR 850 for Kathmandu (Nepal) Centre, USD 150 for Dubai Centre. A candidate will not be required to pay the test fee when they apply for the test for the first time.
In what way should the application form (PDF) reach the institute? No requirement is there to submit any printout of the application form to the office of the Institute. However, you can keep the PDF copy for your records at least till the release of admit cards.
Admission to the Test
Unless he/she have completed the course by Wednesday, 10th November, 2025, no candidate will be admitted to the test, and if they do, then the possible results can be withheld/cancelled.
Examination Fee Structure
A candidate applying for the test for the first time will not be required to pay the test fee. However, those who are applying for the test after that, i.e. from the second time onwards will be required to pay a test fee of Rs. 500/- online through the payment gateway. INR 850 for Kathmandu(Nepal) Centre. For the Dubai Centre, the test fee will be USD $150.
Mode of Payment of Fee
The candidate also has to pay the test fee online. Physical applications will not be accepted. The fee must be paid while submitting the form. You do not have any option for late payment. The centre will also not be changed.
Only using Master/ Visa/ Maestro Credit/Debit Card or through net banking via Paytm, the exam fee should be remitted. For the first time, the fee is exempted and candidates with permanent disabilities who have kept the valid permanent concession card issued by the Institute.
Syllabus
The Advanced ICITSS IT Test will be conducted in both the old and new syllabus courses till November 2025; no further Advanced ITT – Old Syllabus- Test will be conducted after November 2025.
Candidates registered under the new syllabus shall be permitted to take the exam based on the updated curriculum, and those under the old syllabus shall take the exam under the old syllabus. In this, the old syllabus signifies the Advanced IT course implemented before 1st March 2025.
Based on the available data with the Board of Studies Candidates, the syllabus will be displayed in the exam application form. For any issues, candidates can contact the Board of Studies for the syllabus. Email: helpdeskadvitt@icai.in and Landline: 0120-3045964
Examination Centres
The ICAI, in a statement, said “The computer-based test will be held at the following cities, provided a sufficient number of candidates offer themselves to appear in the test, from the said cities. ICAI reserves the right to cancel the centre and allow the candidates to any centre/city other than the one he/she have opted for, in case the number of candidates who opt for appearing in that particular city/centre is not adequate”.
The Institute has the privilege to withdraw any centre and/or the Zone and/or transfer all or a part of the candidates of a zone to another zone at any phase for any reason. No change is authorized in any case, once a centre has been chosen.
- Candidates shall be required to opt for any of the cities listed under Option I, and he or she shall be allotted to the city so chosen in Option I, in the ordinary course.
- Selecting Option II is NOT obligatory. Candidates selecting Option-II may remark that if a sufficient number of candidates opt for the Option-II centre, then they will be allotted the Option-II centre ONLY. Subsequently, no permission for the change of the centre will be given.
You can find a list of exam centres by clicking here
Eligibility
Candidates who have completed the Advanced ICITSS- Advanced IT course on or before 22nd May 2024 are qualified to apply to appear in the said test. If you do not meet this eligibility criterion, please DO NOT apply. Any application that does not fulfil this criterion under the Board of Studies database will be summarily rejected without any communication
How to Issue Admit Cards for the Test
The Admit Cards for the Test will be hosted on the same website, i.e., https://advit.icai.org, by Tuesday, 25th November 2025, and candidates are required to download it from the same link and check all particulars, particularly that the Registration Number and Name appear perfectly. Concerning the same, no separate email/SMS will be sent.
No issuance of physical admit cards will be there. All correspondence in the above matter must be addressed to the Joint Secretary (Exam) of the Institute at New Delhi, quoting the below-mentioned to ease prompt action.
- Controller Number
- Registration Number
- Name
- Fee Transaction Number (if any)
- Name of the Centre Opted
- Telephone Number
- Email ID
For any query, you can contact the Joint Secretary (Exam), ICAI, ICAI Bhawan, A-29, Sector-62, Noida, via email at advanceditt_examhelpline@icai.in or call Helpline Desk telephone Numbers given under “Contact Us” on the site https://advit.icai.org/
Test Details
It will be an Objective Type MCQ-based examination of 100 marks, carrying 100 questions of 1 mark each. No negative marking is there. No reading time is allotted. Candidates should report to the centre by 09:15 AM (IST), Exam will start at 10:30 AM (IST). Late arrival of candidates will not be allowed. Candidates will not be allowed to leave the examination hall till the conclusion of the test.
Eligibility for Passing the Test
- A candidate for the Test will be declared ordinarily to have passed the test if he/she gains a minimum of 40% (Forty Percent) marks.
- Those who pass will be given grades as follows:
- 85% and above=A+
- 70% to 84%=A
- 55% to 69%=B+
- 40%-54%=B
- No merit list will be declared
- No provision is there for verification of marks or the supply of a certified copy of the answer sheet.
Result Declaration
- Results shall be hosted on https://advit.icaiexam.icai.org. Candidates are recommended in their interest to print it for their record.
- No separate statement of marks will be issued.
- No pass certificates will be issued.
Fee and Refund of Fee
When a candidate applies for a test for the first time he/she shall not be required to pay the test fee. Once the application has been made cannot be withdrawn under any situation, and the candidate will not be permitted to claim for the fee exemption if his/her request for the withdrawal/rejection of his/her application.
- If he applies for the test for the second time onwards, he will be directed to pay the test fee along with the applicable bank charges.
- Candidates with permanent disabilities who hold valid permanent concession cards issued via the Institute are waived from paying the fee.
- Under any event, the Fee once paid by a candidate will not be refunded/adjusted.
If multiple online payments are obtained to the institute as of a systematic error and you do not obtain a refund within 20 days from the due date for application submission, you can claim a refund of the excess amount paid through you, by writing an email to us at advanceditt_examhelpline@icai.in within 30 days from the deadline for submission of forms, including documentary proof, like bank/credit card statement, of having paid the exam fees more than once. It will get verified under ICAI and refund the excess amount, if any, paid through you.
14. Candidates who have permanent disabilities and have a Valid Concession Card issued by the Examination Dept. will be extended concessions as follows: Less than 50% disability- extra time of half an hour, 50% or more of disability-extra time of one hour. Assistance of the writer will be furnished if needed.
15. For any/all dispute(s) concerned with the Test conducted via the ICAI, the Courts at Delhi will have exclusive jurisdiction.
NOTE: In the case of delivering any false information/misrepresentation, the admission shall become invalid, and no correspondence in this respect shall be entertained.
What is the method to fill out the online Application Form for the Advanced ICITSS test and make online payment of the Examination fee at https://advit.icaiexam.icai.org?
Step 1: Log in to the portal
The applicant, by visiting the website https://advit.icai.org, can click on the link APPLY FOR EXAM/LOGIN on the home page and enter his/her 10 Digit Registration number validated by OTP. Such information shall be validated with our database of candidates who have completed the course requirements by Wednesday, 10th November 2025, and the application form will be released for filling.
If such details are not validated, then the applicant shall still be allowed to apply on a provisional basis. If any issues occur in filing the online application form for the test. Call the following Helpline Numbers or write to us at aicitss@onlineregistrationform.org well in time, at least 1 working day before the close of the form. Please DO NOT apply in case you do not meet these eligibility criteria.
The applicant will fill in the details and upload the photograph & signatures. Uploading of photographs & signatures as JPEG/JPG files is mandatory. The size of the photo/signature should not be more than 100KB each. Please do not include dots in the name of files (eg, Incorrect naming A.P.Kumar.jpg, Correct naming APKumar.jpg). Tap here to learn more about the cropping of scanned files. (i.e. Photograph and Signature)
Use JPG/JPEG format to upload photo and a sign, and tap on the “Upload Photo” & “Upload Sign” buttons post selecting the photo and sign from your device if not available.
Scan the PHOTO/SIGNATURE and save as JPEG or JPG files ONLY for uploading. DO NOT CONVERT/CHANGE THE EXTENSION OF THE FILES CREATED AS PNG/TIF/BMP. THIS WILL NOT GET UPLOADED.
Step 2: Online Examination Fee Payment
A candidate filing the online examination application form to take the test needs to pay the applicable fee and applicable bank charges.
A candidate applying for the test for the first time shall not be required to remit the test fee.
The fee needs to be paid via online payment gateway facility with Visa/Master/Maestro Credit/Debit Card or via internet banking via Paytm.
Step – 3
The candidates must check the application status via the link “Check Application Status” given above to determine whether the application has been captured successfully by the portal. The mere deduction of the amount from your account or saving your details does not constitute a successful application unless it is recorded as successful in the exam application portal. The candidates should keep a printout of the barcode exam application form that is generated at the end of the process, for their records.
The candidates who have taken the Advanced ICITTS course and who want to sit in the exam have to apply online at the link given below- http://advit.icaiexam.icai.org
Check out for the Latest official information and guidance from an applicant: https://advit.icai.org/AICITSS/LoginAction_showGuidanceNotes.action
Contact Us
