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Published by: CA Exam Portal Team | Last Updated: May 2026 | Category: ICAI Official Updates
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially announced the comprehensive examination schedule for the CA Foundation, Intermediate, and Final terms for the upcoming sessions of 2026. Released via an official notification, the Foundation and Intermediate exams are scheduled for September 2026, while the high-stakes CA Final exams will take place in November 2026. Aspiring candidates can find the detailed table-wise distribution, timing exceptions, and registration timelines below.
1. CA Foundation September 2026 Exam Schedule The foundational level papers are spread across the first half of September as detailed below:
Timing Note: Paper 1 & 2 will be held from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (3 Hours). Paper 3 & 4 are objective papers held from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (2 Hours).
| Paper / Subject |
Official Exam Date |
| Paper 1 Accounting |
2 September 2026 |
| Paper 2 Business Laws | 5 September 2026 |
| Paper 3 Quantitative Aptitude | 7 September 2026 |
| Paper 4 Business Economics | 9 September 2026 |
2. CA Intermediate September 2026 Exam Schedule: The CA Intermediate examinations will be split across Group I and Group II on alternating days:
Timing Note: All CA Intermediate exams are scheduled from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM IST (3 Hours).
| Paper / Subject |
Group | Official Exam Date |
| Paper 1 Advanced Accounting |
I | 1 September 26 |
| Paper 2 Corporate and Other Laws | I | 3 September 26 |
| Paper 3 Taxation | I | 6 September 26 |
| Paper 4 Cost and Management Accounting | II | 8 September 26 |
| Paper 5 Auditing and Ethics | II | 10 September 26 |
| Paper 6 Financial Management and Strategic Management | II | 12 September 26 |
3. CA Final November 2026 Exam Schedule: As part of the official schedule relaxation, the high-level CA Final examinations will be conducted in November 2026:
Timing Note: Paper 1 to 5 will be conducted from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (3 Hours). Paper 6 (Case Study Based) has an extended duration, scheduled from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM (4 Hours).
| Paper / Subject |
Group | Official Exam Date |
| Paper 1: Financial Reporting |
I | 2 November 26 |
| Paper 2: Advanced Financial Management | I | 4 November 26 |
| Paper 3: Advanced Auditing & Professional Ethics | I | 6 November 26 |
| Paper 4: Direct Tax Laws & International Taxation | II | 9 November 26 |
| Paper 5: Indirect Tax Laws | II | 11 November 26 |
| Paper 6: Integrated Business Solutions | II | 13 November 26 |
4. Important ICAI Exam Form Timelines (Common for All Levels): Candidates looking to appear in the September or November sessions must register within the formal window via the Self Service Portal (SSP):
| Activity / Event |
Official Exam Date |
| Online Exam Form Commencement Date |
6 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Form (Without Late Fee) | 19 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Form (With Late Fee of Rs. 600) | 22 July 2026 |
| Official Application Correction Window | 23 July to 25 July 2026 |
5. Strategic Preparation Tips for CA Aspirants:
· Structured Study Timetable: Design a realistic, subject-wise study schedule allocating balanced hours between conceptual reading and rigorous practice.
· Solve ICAI RTPs & MTPs: Prioritize solving Revision Test Papers (RTPs) and Mock Test Papers (MTPs) issued by ICAI for the ongoing and past terms.
· Daily MCQ Drills: Dedicate at least 45 minutes daily to practicing Multiple Choice Questions, especially for objective papers.
· Consistent Revision Cycles: Do not leave revision for the final month. Create structural summaries and revise weekly.
Conclusion With the official countdown initialized, structured planning is the key to clearing the prestigious CA examinations. Candidates are highly encouraged to keep tracking the official ICAI self-service portal (SSP) for individual registrations. Start your preparation early, maintain focus, and stay dedicated to your goals.
CA Nishant Kumar