Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
| Organization / University | Institute of Chartered Accountants of India |
|---|---|
| Exam / Course Name | CA Foundation Examination |
| Update Category | Admit Card / Hall Ticket |
| Status | DECLARED & ACTIVE |
| Release Date | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://www.icai.org/ |
| Exam Date | 02 Sep 2026 |
|---|---|
| Admit Card Available | 25 Aug 2026 |
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially announced the examination schedule for the CA Foundation September 2026 session. Aspiring Chartered Accountants can now mark their calendars for this crucial step towards their professional journey. This article provides a comprehensive breakdown of all key dates, timings, and essential instructions to ensure candidates are fully prepared.
The CA Foundation examination is the initial stage for candidates pursuing the Chartered Accountancy course in India. Conducted by the ICAI, this exam assesses fundamental knowledge in Accounting, Business Laws, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, and Business & Commercial Knowledge.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) |
| Examination | CA Foundation September 2026 Session |
| Exam Dates | September 2, 5, 7, and 9, 2026 |
| Number of Papers | 4 |
| Official Exam Portal | icaiexam.icai.org |
Candidates must carefully note the subject-wise dates and timings to plan their study and preparation effectively:
| Paper | Subject | Exam Date | Exam Timing | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Principles and Practice of Accounting | September 2, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | 3 hours |
| Paper 2 | Business Laws and Business Correspondence and Reporting | September 5, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | 3 hours |
| Paper 3 | Business Mathematics, Logical Reasoning and Statistics | September 7, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | 2 hours |
| Paper 4 | Business Economics and Business and Commercial Knowledge | September 9, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | 2 hours |
Here’s a quick summary of all crucial dates related to the September 2026 examination, from application to admit card release:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of online application form | July 6, 2026 |
| Last date to register (without late fee) | July 19, 2026 |
| Last date to register (with late fee of Rs. 600) | July 22, 2026 |
| Application/exam form correction window | July 23 to July 25, 2026 |
| Admit card release (tentative) | Last week of August 2026 (approx. 15 days before exam) |
| Paper 1 - Accounting | September 2, 2026 |
| Paper 2 - Business Laws and BCR | September 5, 2026 |
| Paper 3 - Business Mathematics, LR & Statistics | September 7, 2026 |
| Paper 4 - Business Economics and BCK | September 9, 2026 |
Candidates must reach their designated exam centres well in advance of the reporting time. The examination for all papers will commence at 2:00 PM, but strict adherence to reporting protocols is essential.
| Particulars | Time |
|---|---|
| Reporting Time | 1:30 PM |
| Exam Start Time | 2:00 PM |
| Exam End Time (Papers 1 & 2) | 5:00 PM |
| Exam End Time (Papers 3 & 4) | 4:00 PM |
Please note that the application window for the CA Foundation September 2026 examination has now closed. For future reference, candidates typically apply through the official ICAI exam portal. The general steps involved are:
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