ICAI Opens Applications for CA Exams in September and November 2026
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially launched the online application window for the upcoming CA Foundation, CA Intermediate, and CA Final examinations scheduled for September and November 2026. Eligible candidates can now submit their forms through the official e-services portal.
Key Dates for Application Submission
According to the schedule released by ICAI, applicants have a limited window to complete their registrations. The timeline is as follows:
- Application window opens: 6 July 2026
- Deadline without late fee: 19 July 2026 (until 11:59 PM)
- Deadline with late fee of ₹600: 22 July 2026 (until 11:59 PM)
- Correction window: 23 July to 25 July 2026
The institute has confirmed that detailed instructions regarding the modification facility will be shared once the correction window becomes active.
Complete Examination Schedule
The examination timetable for all three levels has been announced. Here is the full breakdown of dates:
CA Foundation Examination
- 2 September 2026
- 5 September 2026
- 7 September 2026
- 9 September 2026
CA Intermediate Examination
Group 1:
- 1 September 2026
- 3 September 2026
- 6 September 2026
Group 2:
- 8 September 2026
- 10 September 2026
- 12 September 2026
CA Final Examination
Group 1:
- 2 November 2026
- 4 November 2026
- 6 November 2026
Group 2:
- 9 November 2026
- 11 November 2026
- 13 November 2026
Important Considerations Before Submitting the Application
ICAI has advised all aspirants to carefully review every detail entered in the application form prior to final submission. Once the form is submitted, any corrections can only be made during the designated modification window from 23 to 25 July 2026. Candidates should take advantage of this period if they identify any errors in their submitted information.
Step-by-Step Application Process
To complete the registration successfully, candidates should follow these steps:
- Visit the official ICAI e-services website.
- Log in using your existing credentials, or register as a new candidate if you are a first-time applicant.
- Locate and click on the link related to the September/November 2026 examination cycle.
- Choose your respective course level — CA Foundation, Intermediate, or Final.
- Fill in all the required fields in the application form with accurate information.
- Proceed to pay the examination fee using the available online payment options.
- After successful submission, download the confirmation page and keep it saved for future reference.
Candidates are encouraged to complete their applications well ahead of the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical difficulties. Keeping track of all important dates and following the guidelines carefully will help ensure a smooth registration process for the upcoming examination cycle.
