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CSEET Exam Date:08 Nov' 25 - 08 Nov' 25
The Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) 2026 is an entryway to the CS Executive program offered by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). The exam comprises four papers, each carrying 50 marks, with a total duration ofand the total duration is 120 minutes. The test is conducted online with multiple-choice questions in a remote proctored mode. Candidates can take this exam from a laptop or desktop from anywhere. There is no negative marking in the exam, so candidates are not penalised for incorrect answers.
Part | Subject | Sub-sections | No of Questions | Marks |
1 | Business Communication | - | 35 | 50 |
2 | Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning | Legal Aptitude (30 marks), Logical Reasoning (20 marks) | 35 | 50 |
3 | Economic & Business Environment | Economics (25 marks), Business Environment (25 marks) | 35 | 50 |
4 | Current Affairs and Quantitative Aptitude | Current Affairs (30 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (20 marks) | 35 | 50 |
Total | 140 | 200 |
The detailed CSEET 2026 syllabus for all four subjects has been given below:
1. Business Communication (Paper 1)
Grammar fundamentals (nouns, verbs, adjectives, sentences, etc.)
Vocabulary and common business terminologies
Business correspondence, such as letters, emails, and memos
Listening skills and oral/non-verbal communication
2. Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning (Paper 2)
Legal Knowledge: Indian Constitution basics, contract law, company law, consumer protection, intellectual property rights
Logical Reasoning: Number & letter series, coding-decoding, syllogism, seating arrangement, blood relations, puzzles
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3. Economic & Business Environment (Paper 3)
Economics: Demand and supply, national income, inflation, fiscal policies, Indian economy basics
Business Environment: Banking system, capital markets, startup ecosystem, corporate social responsibility, government institutions
4. Current Affairs And Quantitative Aptitude (Paper 4)
Current Affairs: National and international events, business news, government schemes
Quantitative Aptitude: Basic arithmetic, percentages, ratios, averages, profit & loss
The CSEET exam is conducted remotely; candidates must use a desktop or laptop with specific technical requirements, including a stable internet and installed safe exam browser software.
A minimum of 40% marks is required in each paper, and 50% marks in aggregate to pass.
Use of mobile phones, calculators, and other external aids during the exam is strictly prohibited.
Continuous video and audio monitoring ensure exam integrity.
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Particulars | Details |
Number of questions | 140 |
Time duration | 120 minutes |
Mode of exam | Online (remote proctored mode) |
Type of questions | Multiple choice questions (MCQs) |
No. of papers (4) |
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The ICSI has officially prescribed two comprehensive reference books as study material for CSEET 2026. These two official ICSI PDFs comprehensively cover the CSEET 2026 syllabus. Candidates are advised to primarily rely on these materials, as almost all subjects and topics are covered. Additional books should only be used if further clarification or practice is needed.
The first book includes:
Part 1: Business Communication - Covering essential communication skills such as grammar, writing, and business correspondence.
Part 2: Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning - Focusing on the basics of Indian law, company secretaries’ legislation, and reasoning skills (verbal and non-verbal).
Part 3: Economic and Business Environment - Fundamentals of economic concepts, business environment insights, and key policies.
The second book contains:
Part 4: Current Affairs and Quantitative Aptitude - Covers updated current affairs relevant to business and law, along with quantitative aptitude topics like arithmetic, percentages, and data interpretation.
Both reference reading materials are available for free download on the official ICSI website:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
CSEET 2026 includes four papers: Business Communication, Legal Aptitude & Logical Reasoning, Economic & Business Environment, and Current Affairs and Quantitative Aptitude.
For students appearing in January 2026, the CSEET syllabus jan 2026 remains the same. Candidates can download the CSEET syllabus PDF from the ICSI official website, www.icsi.edu.
Candidates must score at least 40% in each paper and 50% in aggregate to qualify for the CSEET 2026 exam.
No, there is no negative marking for wrong answers in the CSEET 2026 examination.
CSEET 2026 exam is 2 hours (120 minutes), conducted in an online, remote-proctored mode.
On Question asked by student community
Hello Priyanka!
The CSEET exam, face a technical glitch, and then have your result cancelled. Unfortunately, technical issues during online exams are a known problem, and the best step now is to formally write to the ICSI explaining your situation. Attach proof if you have screenshots, error messages, or invigilator reports. Mention that the paper difficulty felt unusually high, though keep in mind that exam difficulty alone is not usually a valid reason for re-evaluation—it’s the technical failure that strengthens your case for a retest or consideration. ICSI sometimes conducts special re-tests for affected candidates.
Best wishes, and thank you!
Hi Priyanka,
If you successfully passed the CS Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) in May 2025, you are eligible to register to appear for CS Executive in the next available session, which will be June 2026. The CS Executive exams are conducted twice a year, in June and December, so you can plan to attempt the exams from June next year after completing the CSEET.
Hello Shreeja,
Since you cleared your CSEET (Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test) in May 2024 and missed the date for a single module in June 2024, you do not need to give the CSEET again for the December 2024 attempt.
You can register for both modules of the Executive Program in December 2024 without reappearing for the CSEET. Just ensure that you complete your registration and submit the required documents before the deadline.
It's always good to check the official
ICSI (Institute of Company Secretaries of India)
website for any specific updates regarding registration and eligibility.
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.
No, you cannot appear for the Executive exam in June 2025 if you give the CSEET in May 2025. To be eligible for the Executive level, you must clear the CSEET first, and only then can you register for the Executive program. Additionally, there is a mandatory gap of at least 8-9 months between clearing the CSEET and attempting the Executive exams. Since the registration cut-off for the June 2025 Executive attempt would likely be in February 2025, clearing the CSEET in May 2025 would not allow sufficient time to register for that attempt.
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