ICAI CA January Exam 2026 Check Eligibility And Exam Fees, Notification

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the dates for the January 2026 CA exams, with the session scheduled to begin on January 5, 2026. Registration for all levels will open on November 3, 2025.

ICAI CA January Exam 2026 Important Dates

• Application start date: November 3, 2025

Application deadline:

• Without late fee: November 16, 2025
• With late fee (₹600): November 19, 2025

Correction window: November 20–22, 2025, for changes to the exam city or medium.

ICAI CA January 2026 Exam Schedule

Final Course

• Group I: January 5, 7, and 9, 2026
• Group II: January 11, 13, and 16, 2026

Intermediate Course

• Group I: January 6, 8, and 10, 2026
• Group II: January 12, 15, and 17, 2026

Foundation Course

Papers: January 18, 20, 22, and 24, 2026

Intermediate Course Exam Fees

• Both Groups: Around ₹2,700.
• Single Group: Around ₹1,500.

Final Course Exam Fees

While exact figures for 2026 are not yet available, ICAI typically charges approximately the same rate as the intermediate level. The most accurate information will be provided by ICAI closer to the exam dates.

Other Important Information

Course Registration vs. Exam Fees: The fees listed above are for the exam application form only. This is a separate cost from the one-time course registration fee you would have paid to enroll in the CA program.

Final Confirmation: For the most accurate and up-to-date information, candidates should refer to the official ICAI website when the January 2026 exam application portal opens.

ICAI CA January Exam 2026 Eligibility

To be eligible for the ICAI CA January 2026 exams, candidates must meet specific registration, study period, and training requirements depending on the exam level. The January 2026 exams are held for the Intermediate and Final levels.

1. CA Intermediate

To appear for the January 2026 Intermediate exam, you must have completed the required nine-month study period.

2. Eligibility Requirements:

Foundation Route: You must have registered for the Intermediate course and cleared the CA Foundation exam. The deadline to register for the Intermediate course to be eligible for the January 2026 exam was March 31, 2025.

Direct Entry Route: You can register for the Intermediate course through the direct entry method. This applies to:

• Commerce graduates with at least 55% marks.
• Non-commerce graduates with at least 60% marks.
• Intermediate-level passed candidates from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) or the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI).

3. CA Final

Eligibility for the January 2026 Final exam is contingent upon meeting requirements related to articleship, training, and modules, with specific rules depending on the articleship duration.

General requirements:

• Articleship training:
• 3-year articleship: You must either complete your three-year training by December 31, 2025, or be in the last six months of your training as of January 1, 2026, with the training concluding by June 30, 2026.
• 2-year articleship: You must have completed the prescribed two years of training (including excess leave) by June 30, 2025.

Advanced Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills (AICITSS):

You must have completed the AICITSS before appearing for the January 2026 Final exam.

Self-Paced Online Modules (SPOMs):

You must qualify for the applicable Self-Paced Online Modules (Sets A, B, C, and/or D). The specific modules you need to clear depend on your eligibility category.

CA Foundation

The ICAI CA Foundation exam is not held in January, but typically in June and December. Therefore, there are no eligibility criteria for a January 2026 Foundation exam.

How To Apply ICAI CA January Exam 2026 Step-by-step Application Process

1. Visit the SSP portal: Go to the official SSP website at eservices.icai.org.
2. Log in to your account: Use your existing credentials to log in. If you are a new user, you will need to register first.

• New users: Click the "First-time user (New Student)" link to register and receive your login credentials via email and SMS.

1. Navigate to the application form: Once logged in, go to "Student Functions" and then select "Examination".
2. Fill out the application form: Complete the form with your personal and academic details. Ensure the information is accurate, especially your name, date of birth, and enrollment number.
3. Review the details: Before final submission, carefully review all the information you have entered.
4. Upload documents (if required): Depending on your specific situation, you may need to upload supporting documents.
5. Pay the examination fee: Pay the required fee online using one of the available payment options. The late fee is ₹600.
6. Submit and confirm: After successful payment, submit the form. It is recommended to download and save a copy of the filled-in application for your records.

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