There’s a big news for students and CA candidates The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially announced the schedule of January 2026 CA exams. If you are going to take the CA Foundation, Intermediate or Final Course exam, it’s a big smart thing to start your preparation right now. Because the exams are scheduled from January 5 to January 24, and the registration is starting from November 3, 2025.
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What are the January 2026 CA exam dates?
The schedule of ICAI is set like this:
- CA Final Exam:
Group 1: 5, 7, 9 January
Group 2: 11, 13, 16 January - CA Intermediate:
Group 1: 6, 8, 10 January
Group 2: 12, 15, 17 January - CA Foundation:
18, 20, 22, 24 January
Apart from this, special exams such as International Taxation Assessment Test and Insurance and Risk Management Technical Examination will also be taken during the same period.
Exam Timing and Pattern
All exams will be in the same shift – from 2 pm to 5 pm. But some paper such as final paper 6 and international taxation exams will be of 4 hours, from 2 pm to 6 pm. Some papers of the Foundation are of 2 hours, in which you have to pay attention to.
And yes, there is no exam on January 14, because that day is big festivals like Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu and Pongal. Meaning getting a break of one day, which is a great opportunity for your reivision.
When to register?
Registration will officially begin on November 3, 2025. The last date without delay fee is November 16, and if delay occurs then can apply by giving a late fee of Rs 600 till November 19. Understand? It’s better to hurry.
How to check and apply for exams?
The full schedule and registration details of your exam will be found on ICAI’s official website icai.org. Going here you can download the exam notification and date sheet in the ‘Latest Announcements’ section. Take good notes of dates and make your study plan according to it.
Dude, CA exam is difficult, not impossible. If you’re a smart study plan right now, do regular studies and learn time management, can definitely be cleaned in the first attempt.
January exams are a little far away, but with plans and dedication you can proceed. This is perfect time to make your dreams come true. So, open the book, test Mock and take your preparation into turbo mode.
The last word
So, ICAI’s January 2026 exam dates are in front of you. Take your time seriously now With a little studies, strong reivisions, and a positive mindset keeping stress away will lead you to guaranteed success. Don’t forget to check the official details for the exam icai.org.
Good wishes, future CA This journey is difficult but with your efforts you can do everything, Get ready because success awaits you.
