ICAI CA Exam Schedule 2026 OUT
ICAI has announced the CA Foundation, Intermediate, and Final Examination schedule for September-November 2026 cycle. The exams will be conducted in multiple Indian cities as well as selected overseas centres. Students are advised to note the important dates and complete their application process within the scheduled window.
Direct Link to Download PDF for ICAI CA Exam Schedule 2026 Here
ICAI CA Exam Schedule 2026 Overview
The ICAI CA Exam Schedule 2026 brings clarity to students preparing for the upcoming sessions. The September exams are scheduled for Foundation and Intermediate levels while Final exams will be held in November 2026. The online application window opens in July 2026.
| Course | Exam Dates 2026 | Groups |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Course | 2nd, 5th, 7th & 9th September | All Papers |
| Intermediate Course | Group I: 1st, 3rd & 6th September Group II: 8th, 10th & 12th September |
Group I & II |
| Final Course | Group I: 2nd, 4th & 6th November Group II: 9th, 11th & 13th November |
Group I & II |
ICAI CA Exam Schedule 2026 Subject Wise/ Paper Wise Dates
Here is the detailed ICAI CA Exam Schedule 2026 with paper-wise and group-wise dates for all courses. All exams will be conducted in the afternoon session with specific timings.
| Examination | Group/Papers | Dates (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | Papers 1 to 4 | 2nd, 5th, 7th, 9th September |
| Intermediate - Group I | All Papers | 1st, 3rd, 6th September |
| Intermediate - Group II | All Papers | 8th, 10th, 12th September |
| Final - Group I | Papers 1 to 3 | 2nd, 4th, 6th November |
| Final - Group II | Papers 4 to 6 | 9th, 11th, 13th November |
| INTT - AT | All Papers | 11th & 13th November |
| IRM Technical | Modules I to IV | 6th, 9th, 11th & 13th November |
Examination Timings & Duration - ICAI CA Exam Schedule 2026
All regular papers are of 3 hours duration except specific papers. Advance reading time of 15 minutes is provided for most papers.
| Examination | Timings (IST) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation (Paper 1 & 2) | 2 PM to 5 PM | 3 Hours |
| Foundation (Paper 3 & 4) | 2 PM to 4 PM | 2 Hours |
| Intermediate (All Papers) | 2 PM to 5 PM | 3 Hours |
| Final (Paper 1-5) | 2 PM to 5 PM | 3 Hours |
| Final (Paper 6) | 2 PM to 6 PM | 4 Hours |
How to Download ICAI CA Exam Schedule 2026
Students can easily download the official ICAI CA Exam Schedule 2026 PDF from the Institute’s website. Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official portal - Go to www.icai.org or https://eservices.icai.org
- Navigate to Announcements - Look for the Examination section or latest notifications
- Locate the Schedule PDF - Click on the link titled “ICAI CA Exam Schedule 2026” or “Important Announcement”
- Download the file - Save the PDF on your device
- Print or save - Take a printout for future reference and exam planning
Students are advised to check the official timetable carefully and keep a copy handy for exam preparation.
Details Mentioned in ICAI CA Exam Schedule 2026
The official ICAI notification contains comprehensive information about the upcoming examinations. Key details include:
- Exact dates for Foundation, Intermediate, Final, INTT-AT and IRM exams
- Examination cities across India and overseas centres (Bahrain, Dubai, Kathmandu)
- Online application opening and closing dates
- Examination fees for Indian and overseas centres
- Paper-wise timings and duration
- Option to answer in Hindi medium (except Post Qualification exams)
- Important instructions regarding public holidays and reading time
