CSEET January 2026: Last MCQ-Based Remote-Proctored Attempt; Registration Closes December 15

CSEET January 2026: Last MCQ-Based Remote-Proctored Attempt; Registration Closes December 15

JasmineUpdated on 25 Nov 2025, 11:33 AM IST

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has announced that the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) session in January 2026 will be the last opportunity to take the exam in its current remote-proctored format. Starting in June 2026, the exam will transition to a new offline, centre-based format. This makes the CSEET January 2026 session an important chance for candidates who prefer to take the exam from home, as after this attempt, the exam is going to be much more challenging. With the new four-day exam schedule, candidates will take the CSEET over a period of four days at the exam centre. The CSEET exam registration for the January 2026 exam will close on December 15, 2025. Aspirants must complete their registration well ahead of the deadline.

CSEET January 2026: Last MCQ-Based Remote-Proctored Attempt; Registration Closes December 15
CSEET January 2026: Last MCQ-Based Remote-Proctored Attempt

Why You Should Take the CSEET January 2026 Attempt?

The remote-proctored MCQ CSEET will be the last attempt to take the exam from the comfort of home. The revamped format will be executed from the June 2026 session. The new exam pattern will be much more challenging as it is an offline exam with a four-day exam schedule and includes subjective question types. Also, the CSEET exam fees for the June 2026 session have increased. Those who prefer a simpler format must ensure to register before the deadline. Here is why you should take the CSEET January 2026 session.

  • This attempt will be the last remote proctored online exam.

  • The exam will be in the MCQ format.

  • In comparison to the June 2026 exam fees, the registration fees will be lower in this attempt.

  • The exam syllabus will be easier than the new exam pattern introduced by ICSI for the June 2026 session.

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CSEET Exam Dates 2026

ISCI released the exam schedule for the January 2026 CSEET exam.

CSEET Registration Dates 2026

Particular

Important Dates 2026

Commencement of registration

October 16, 2025

CSEET registration last date

December 15, 2025

Release of CSEET admit card

Will be notified

CSEET exam date

January 10, 2026

CSEET January 2026 Exam Pattern

The upcoming session will be conducted in an MCQ-based remote-proctored format. This will be the final chance to take the exam in this setup before ICSI implements the new changes from the next session in 2026.

CSEET Test Pattern 2026

Particulars

Previous Pattern

Mode of examination

Remote-proctored online exam

Exam Schedule

Single-day exam

Exam Format

Online MCQs

Registration Fee

INR 2,000

Registration Validity

One attempt

Frequency

Conducted 4 times a year

Key Changes in CSEET Exam 2026

The new CSEET exam pattern is expected to be challenging than the previous. ICSI introduced the following changes, applicable from June 2026.

CSEET New Pattern

Particulars

New Pattern

Mode of examination

Offline, pen-and-paper exam at exam centres

Exam Schedule

4-day exam window

Exam Format

Subjective and OMR-based MCQs

Registration Fee

INR 7,500

Exam Fee: INR 1,500 per session

Registration Validity

Three years

Frequency

Conducted 3 times a year

How to Register for CSEET January 2026?

CSEET exam date is January 10, 2026. Candidates can complete the CSEET Jan 2026 registration at the official website of ICSI before the registration deadline i.e. December 15, 2025. They can follow the registration process mentioned below.

  • Visit the official website of ICSI, icsi.edu.

  • Click on ‘Online Services’ option and then click on ‘Register for CSEET’.

  • Ensure that you have all the listed documents and then click on ‘Proceed for Registration’.

  • Fill out the CSEET application form with basic details and then upload scanned documents.

  • Pay the CSEET exam fees and download the receipt. You will receive an email of confirmation for the same.

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Document Required for CSEET Registration

All applicants must ensure that they keep a scanned copy of the documents. Here is the list of the required documents at the time of registration.

  • Photograph

  • Signature

  • 10th pass certificate

  • Admit card 10+2 exams (if appearing) or 10+2 pass marksheet/ certificate

  • Category certificate in case the applicant is applying for a fee concession

  • Identity proof such as Aadhar card, voter ID, PAN card, driving license, ration card or passport

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CSEET Exam Registration Fees 2026

All applicants are required to pay the registration fees during the application process. There is a fee concession offered to a few categories of applicants. Also note that the fees have been increased from the June 2026 session. The January 2026 session will be the last session that charges comparatively lower exam fees.

ISCI CSEET Exam Fees 2026

Category

Exam Fees (in INR)

Concession

General and OBC

2,000

NA

SC/ST

1,000

50%

Physically Handicapped

1,000

50%

Applicants from North Eastern States, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep & Himachal Pradesh

1,000

50%

ICSI Staff and Wards / Spouse of ICSI Staff

500

75%

ICLS Officers/ Officers & Staff of MCA and affiliated offices (NCLT, SFIO and CCI)

NA

100%

Applicants from the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh

NA

100%

ICSI will release the CSEET admit card after the registration closes on the official website. Applicants must download the hall ticket before taking the exam.


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Questions related to CSEET

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Have a question related to CSEET ?

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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