The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) provides sample papers, mock tests, and reading material for better preparation for the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET). Candidates should plan well before starting their preparations, especially when the exam pattern is revamped. Practising CSEET previous year question papers is one of the best ways to start the prep. These previous year papers of CSEET not only help candidates get comfortable with the exam format but also boost their confidence, improve accuracy, and sharpen their time-management skills. Read along to download CSEET 2026 sample papers, mock test, reading material and more.
ICSI will now conduct the CSEET exam three times a year, in February, June, and October. The exam will be held in offline mode and each subject will be examined on separate days.
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ISCI releases a CSEET e-bulletin every month for the Company Secretary aspirants. In the CSEET e-bulletin, there is a dedicated section for CSEET sample questions. Candidates can use these to get familiar with the current affairs and solve sample papers. The following table consists of all the CSEET sample questions for this year.
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Mock tests are a great way of practising for the exam. Applicants can familiarize themselves with the CSEET exam pattern through these mock tests. Here are direct download links for CSEET mock tests.
As a part of the study material for the CSEET, candidates can use the reading material provided on the official website. Note that these are suggested additional study materials. Candidates must initially refer to the CSEET syllabus for preparation. The following are the links to the reading materials.
CSEET Subjects | Link |
Reference Reading Material - I | |
Paper 1: Business Communication | |
Paper 2: Legal Aptitude And Logical Reasoning | |
Paper 3: Economic & Business Environment | |
Paper 4: Current Affairs, Presentation And Communication Skills (Viva) |
Reference books are guides that help candidates prepare for each subject of the exam. It contains practice questions, mock tests and solved questions. They can refer to these books to prepare for the exam. Some of the reference CSEET books are given below.
Particulars | Author/Publisher name |
MCQ’s on Tax laws | Taxmann |
Company law | Taxmann |
Economic and Commercial Laws | CS Anoop Jain |
EBOOK CSEET All four books combo pack | CA CS-cart |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Till the January 2026 session, CSEET is valid for one year. However, from June 2026 session, the scores will be valid for three years.
It is advisable to take mock test while preparing for the CSEET as it helps the candidate to get familiar with the exam pattern and types of questions.
Candidates must obtain a minimum of 40% marks in each subject of the exam and 50% marks in the aggregate of all papers of CSEET.
The CSEET is considered a challenging exam. However, the level of difficulty depends on the individual’s preparation.
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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