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ICAI CA Exam Time Table & Date Sheet January 2027

Published by: CA Exam Portal Team | Last Updated: October 2026  | Category: ICAI Official Updates

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially announced the comprehensive examination schedule for the CA Foundation and Intermediate terms for the January 2027 session. Released via an official notification dated 23 September 2026, the CA Intermediate examinations will commence from 2 January 2027, followed by the CA Foundation examinations starting 3 January 2027. Aspiring candidates can find the detailed table-wise distribution, timing exceptions, and registration timelines below.

1. CA Foundation January 2027 Exam Schedule

The foundational level papers are spread across the first two weeks of January as detailed below:

Timing Note:  Paper 1 & 2 :- 2:00–5:00 PM (3 Hrs) | Paper 3 & 4 :- 2:00–4:00 PM (2 Hrs, MCQ). Advance reading: 1:45–2:00 PM (only Paper 1 & 2).

Paper / Subject
 Official Exam Date
Paper 1: Accounting                                                                        
 3 January 2027
Paper 2: Business Laws5 January 2027
Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude              
7 January 2027
Paper 4: Business Economics           9 January 2027

2. CA Intermediate January 2027 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
 3 January 2027
Paper 2: Corporate and Other Laws
I
4 January 2027
Paper 3: Taxation
I
6 January 2027
Paper 4: Cost and Management Accounting
II
8 January 2027
Paper 5: Auditing and Ethics
II
10 January 2027
Paper 6: Financial Management and Strategic Management
II
12 January 2027

3. Important ICAI Exam Form Timelines (Common for Both Levels)

Candidates looking to appear in the January 2027 session must register within the formal window via the Self Service Portal (SSP):

Activity / Event
 Official Date
Online Exam Form Commencement Date                        
 3 November 2026
Last Date to Submit Form (Without Late Fee)
16 November 2026
Last Date to Submit Form (With Late Fee of Rs. 600)
19 November 2026
Admit Card Release
Approx. 15 days before exam

Note: ICAI has clarified that the examination schedule will not be changed even if any exam date is later declared a public holiday by the Central Government, State Government, or local authorities.

4. 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.

👉 View: Resources for RTPs and MTPs January 2027

· 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 for the January 2027 session, 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