The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the exam schedule for students aspiring to become Chartered Accountants. The Foundation and Intermediate exams are set for September 2026, and the CA Final exams will take place in November 2026. Candidates can start submitting their online applications through the ICAI Self-Service Portal starting July 6, 2026. Students must meet the requirements and register before the deadlines to be eligible to take these exams. It’s advisable to verify your eligibility, complete your application on time, and begin preparing early for the best chance of success.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially declared the schedule for the CA Foundation, Intermediate, Final, and Post Qualification Examinations for September and November 2026. Under Regulation 22 of the Chartered Accountants Regulations, 1988, the notification has been released. Students preparing for the upcoming CA exams are required to analyze the important dates, examination timings, application process, fees, and exam city details to prevent any last-minute confusion.
The correction window facility allows students to modify their examination city and medium details after form submission.
The ICAI examinations shall be performed in various cities in India and chosen overseas centres, given that an adequate number of candidates enrol from each location. ICAI, along with Foundation, Intermediate, and Final examinations, will also conduct the International Taxation Assessment Test (INTT-AT) and Insurance & Risk Management (IRM) Technical Examination for members of the Institute.
Online Exam Form Dates
Candidates must submit their examination forms online through the ICAI Self Service Portal (SSP). Students are advised to complete the process before the last date to avoid late fees.
| Particulars | Dates |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Forms | 6th July 2026 |
| Last Date Without Late Fee | 19th July 2026 |
| Last Date With Late Fee | 22nd July 2026 |
| Correction Window | 23rd July to 25th July 2026 |
Apply online at https://eservices.icai.org
ICAI Upcoming CA Examinations Dates For Sept & Nov 2026
Below is the examination schedule declared by ICAI for September and November 2026:
FOUNDATION COURSE EXAMINATION
[As per the syllabus contained in the scheme notified by the Council under Regulation 25 F of the Chartered Accountants Regulations, 1988.]
2nd, 5th, 7th & 9th September 2026
INTERMEDIATE (IPC) COURSE EXAMINATION
[As per the syllabus contained in the scheme notified by the Council under Regulation 28 F of the Chartered Accountants Regulations, 1988.]
| Group-I: | 1st,3rd & 6th September 2026 |
| Group-II: | 8th, 10th, & 12th September 2026 |
FINAL COURSE EXAMINATION
[As per the syllabus contained in the scheme notified by the Council under Regulation 31 of the Chartered Accountants Regulations, 1988.]
| Group-I: | 2nd, 4th & 6th November 2026 |
| Group-II: | 9th, 11th & 13th November 2026 |
MEMBERS’ EXAMINATION
INTERNATIONAL TAXATION – ASSESSMENT TEST (INTT – AT)
| 11th & 13th November 2026 |
It might additionally be observed that there is no revision in the examination schedule in the case of any day of the examination schedule specified above, being declared a public holiday by the Central Government or any State Government / Local Authority.
INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT (IRM) TECHNICAL EXAMINATION
Modules I to IV 6th, 9th, 11th & 13th November 2026
Note: ICAI has specified that no revisions in the schedule of the exam will be made, even if any exam date is declared a public holiday by the Central Government or State Government.
Examination Timings
As per the course and paper duration, the timings of examinations will differ. Students are required to report to the examination centre on time and follow the norms of ICAI.
| Examination | Papers | Timing | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation | Paper 1 & 2 | 2 PM – 5 PM | 3 Hours |
| Foundation | Paper 3 & 4 | 2 PM – 4 PM | 2 Hours |
| Intermediate | All Papers | 2 PM – 5 PM | 3 Hours |
| Final | Paper 1 to 5 | 2 PM – 5 PM | 3 Hours |
| Final | Paper 6 | 2 PM – 6 PM | 4 Hours |
| INTT – AT | All Papers | 2 PM – 6 PM | 4 Hours |
| IRM Technical Examination | All Papers | 2 PM – 5 PM | 3 Hours |
Concerning most examinations except Foundation Papers 3 & 4 and Post Qualification Course examinations, ICAI has allotted 15 minutes of advance reading time from 1:45 PM to 2:00 PM.
Read Also: Guide To Fill CA Foundation Exam Application Form
Examination Fees
ICAI has declared different examination fees for Indian centres, overseas centres, and Kathmandu (Nepal) centres.
CA Intermediate Fees
| Category | Fees |
| Single Group | ₹1500 |
| Both Groups | ₹2700 |
CA Final Fees
| Category | Fees |
| Single Group | ₹1800 |
| Both Groups | ₹3300 |
CA Foundation Fees
| Category | Fees |
| Indian Centres | ₹1500 |
| Kathmandu Centre | ₹2200 |
| Overseas Centres | US$ 325 |
For Indian and Kathmandu centres, Rs 600 is the late fee for filing examination forms after the normal due date, and for overseas centres, it is US$10.
Students can pay fees online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Rupay Card, or BHIM UPI.
ICAI Exam Centres 2026
The September and November 2026 examinations will be held in hundreds of cities across India. Major examination cities include:
- Delhi / New Delhi
- Jaipur
- Mumbai
- Kolkata
- Chennai
- Bengaluru
- Hyderabad
- Lucknow
- Pune
- Ahmedabad
- Patna
- Chandigarh
- Bhopal
- Indore
- Surat
- Ranchi
- Dehradun
- Udaipur
Also, ICAI has declared overseas examination centres for Foundation, Intermediate, and Final examinations:
Overseas Centres
- Dubai (UAE)
- Bahrain
- Kathmandu (Nepal)
ICAI has the right to withdraw any examination city or centre at any phase without giving any reason.
Instructions for CA Students
Students are required to fill out examination forms only via the ICAI SSP portal with the use of their login credentials. Candidates can use the “Forgot Password” option available on the portal if forgotten.
Also, ICAI has recommended that students ensure that their photograph, signature, address, registration details, and course conversion information are updated on SSP before filing the examination form.
Candidates appearing for Foundation, Intermediate, and Final examinations can opt for either English or Hindi medium for writing their papers. However, the medium for INTT-AT and IRM Technical Examinations will be English only.
Check All Official ICAI Notifications for CA September 2026 Exams Here: https://www.icai.org/post/exam-sep-nov-2026
Conclusion
For aspiring Chartered Accountants across India and overseas centres, the ICAI CA September and November 2026 examinations are crucial. Students must note the examination dates, application deadlines, correction window, examination fees, and timings to prevent mistakes at the time of the application procedure.
As the CA examination preparation mandates effective planning and discipline, candidates must start their revision early and stay updated via the official ICAI website concerning any latest announcements or changes pertinent to the examination schedule.
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