CSEET Important Chapters & Topics; Pattern, Books & Study Material

CS Executive Entrance Test 2026 ( CSEET )

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CSEET 2026 October Exam

1 Oct '26 - 6 Oct '26

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Nupur Jain
Senior Executive - Editorial
Updated on Jun 12, 2026 17:11 IST
Students preparing for CSEET exam for upcoming session must know the important chapters and topics in the syllabus. Check out this article for detailed CSEET syllabus. The Institute of Company Secretaries of India has released all important topics and chapters for restructrured CSEET examination on official website.

Students preparing for CSEET exam for upcoming session must know the CSEET important chapters & topics to prepare well for the examination. Check out this page to get paper-wise chapters and important topics for ICSI CSEET exam.

CSEET Important Chapters

CSEET Important Chapters

CSEET exam is the first step towards CS course. Students who wish to appear for CS Executive exam have to first clear the CSEET examination. The Institute of Company Secretaries of India releases the CSEET important chapters and topics for students to prepare for the examination on its official website. A good preparation for this examination requires an understanding of CSEET restructured syllabus. ICSI has made several changes in the pattern and structure of the CSEET examination.

Students who wish to appear for CSEET exam for the upcoming session must register and enroll for the exam before last date. Only then he/she will be able to appear for the exam. Scroll down and read this page to get CSEET paper-wise important chapters to study and attain qualifying marks.

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Table of contents
  • CSEET Exam Overview
  • CSEET Important Chapters & Topics
  • CSEET Exam Preparation: Study Material
  • Books to Prepare for CSEET Exam
  • CSEET Exam Pattern

CSEET Exam Overview

Before getting into the important topics for CSEET exam, check out the table below to get an overview of the exam.

Features

Details

Exam Name

CS Executive Entrance Test (CSEET)

Conducting body

Institute of Company Secretaries of India

Exam level

National

Exam frequency

Three times in a year

Mode of examination

Offline

Exam duration

3 Hours per subject (2 hours for Business Laws and Management)

Medium

English

Exam purpose

To qualify for CS Executive exam

Exam helpdesk number

0120-6204999, 3314111

Exam website

www.icsi.edu

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which are the best books for CSEET Current Affairs section preparation?
A: 

For preparation of CSEET Current Affairs section some of books and resources are mentioned below:

  1. Newspapers and Magazines
  2. Yearbooks
  3. General Knowledge Manuals
  4. Current Affairs Compilations
  5. Online Resources
Q:   What is the difference between CSEET old and new syllabus?
A: 

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India introduced the revised syllabus for CSEET. Here are the key difference between the old and new syllabus of CSEET: 1. Subjects: The number of subjects has been increased in CSEET. The new subject included in CSEET syllabus is Quantitative Aptitude in part 4. 2. Elimination of Viva Voce: Viva Voce section will now stand cancelled. Earlier the CSEET included of Presentation and Viva Voce section. 3. Entry route: The new syllabus has made the exclusive mode of entry through CSEET to CS course. The marks are distributed equally among each section of CSEET. Candidates can check the detailed CSEET syllabus here- https://www.shiksha.com/exams/cseet-exam-syllabus.

Q:   Which are the best books for the CSEET exam preparation?
A: 

To prepare for the CS Executive Entrance Test CSEET books are the best source for preparation. Candidates preparing for the CSEET exam can refer the books mentioned below:

  1. Business Communication a. Business Communication (New Syllabus 2023) by CA Vivek Dharamshi b. Taxmann's CRACKER for Business Communication by Adv. Ritika Godhwani c. Business Communication by J. Priyadharshini, Dr. B. Joy Suganya d. Business organisation and Communication by Dr. S. C Saxena
  2. Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning a. Taxmann's CRACKER for Legal Aptitude & Logical Reasoning by CA (Dr. ) K. M. Bansal and Adv. Ritika Godhwani b. Connex CSEET Legal Aptitude (New Syllabus 2023) by Connex CSEET Legal Aptitude (New Syllabus 2023) c. Legal Aptitude & Reasoning by Odisha Experts d. Study Material of Legal Aptitude Logical Reasoning and Indian Constitution by Faculty of Bhardwaj Law e. Model Scanner CSEET Paper for Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning by CA Amar Omar, CA Rasika Goenka
  3. Current Affairs a. Connex CSEET Current Affairs by CA Vivek Dharamshi.
Q:   What is CSEET Business Communication syllabus?
A: 

CSEET Business Communication syllabus includes:

  1. Essentials of Good English Grammar and its usage
  2. Communication
  3. Business Correspondence
  4. Common Business Terminologies.

CSEET Important Chapters & Topics

As per official CSEET syllabus, the important chapters from which questions will be asked in CSEET exam 2026 as as follows:

CSEET Subjects Important Chapters
Business Communication
  • Essentials of Good English
  • Communication
  • Business Correspondence
  • Common Business Terminologies
Fundamentals of Accounting
  • Basics Concept and Principles of Accounting
  • Accounting Process
  • Bank Reconciliation Statement
  • Depreciation and Amortization
  • Preparation of Final Accounts for Sole Proprietorship
  • Partnership and LLP Accounts
  • Introduction to Company Accounts
  • Accounting for  Non-Profit Organizations
Economic and Business Environment

Part A: Economics (50 Marks)

  • Basics of Demand and Supply and Forms of Market Competition
  • National Income Accounting and Related Concepts
  • Indian Union Budget
  • Indian Financial Markets
  • Indian Economy

Part B: Business Environment (50 Marks)

  • Entrepreneurship Scenario
  • Business Environment
  • Key Government Institutions
  • Global Environment
  • Environmental Governance
  • AI and Business Environment
  • Elements of Corporate Governance
Business Law and Management

Part A: Business Laws (60 marks)

  • Introduction to Law
  • Elements of Company Law
  • Elements of Law of Contracts
  • Elements of Law relating to Partnership and Limited Liability Partnership
  • Elements of Law relating to Partnership and Limited Liability Partnership
  • Elements of Law relating to Partnership and Limited Liability Partnership

Part B: Business Management (40 Marks)

  • Introduction to Management
  • Functions of Management
  • Principles of Management and Modern Approaches
  • Management Knowledge for Company Secretaries

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CSEET Exam Preparation: Study Material

There are four papers or subjects in CSEET exam. The Institute of Company Secretaries of India has released official restructured CSEET study material for candidates to prepare for the exam. Get the direct link to download the study material here.

Section

Study Material PDF Link

Paper 1 - Business Communication Click Here
Paper 2 - Fundamentals of Accounting Click Here
Paper 3 - Economic and Business Environment Click Here
Paper 4 - Business Law & Management Click Here

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Books to Prepare for CSEET Exam

The right book helps prepare well for the exam. Although ICSI has released study material for CSEET exam, candidates can refer to other books as well. Below are some of the recommended CSEET books that a candidate can consider while studying for the exam.

Sections

Name of the Book

Author

Business Communication

Business Communication

CA Vivek Dharamshi

Taxmann's CRACKER for Business Communication

Adv. Ritika Godhwani

Business Communication

J.Priyadharshini, Dr.B.Joy Suganya

Business Organization and Communication 

Dr. S.C Saxena

Legal Aptitude and Logical
Reasoning

Taxmann's CRACKER for Legal Aptitude & Logical Reasoning

CA (Dr.) K.M. Bansal and Adv. Ritika Godhwani

Connex CSEET Legal Aptitude

CA Vivek Dharamshi

Legal Aptitude & Reasoning

Disha Experts

Study Material of Legal Aptitude Logical Reasoning and Indian Constitution

Faculty of Bhardwaj Law

Model Scanner CSEET Paper for Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning

CA Amar Omar, CA Rasika Goenka

Economic & Business Environment (CSEET - New Syllabus)

CA Vivek Dharamshi 

Business Environment: New Edition

 Dr. V. C. Sinha (Author), Dr. Ritika Sinha (Author)

Current Affairs, Presentation & Communication

Connex CSEET Current Affairs

CA Vivek Dharamshi 

CSEET Exam Pattern

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India has laid down the CSEET exam pattern for restructured examination. Check out the new exam pattern for the exam:

  • Mode of Exam: Offline
  • Language of Question Paper: English
  • Type of Questions: Subjective and OMR based
  • Pre-Examination Requirement: Pay registration and enrollment fee
  • Papers: 4
    • Business Communication
    • Fundamentals of Accounting
    • Economic and Business Environment
    • Business Laws and Management
  • Exam Duration: 3 Hours (2 Hours for Business Law & Management)
  • Total Marks: 100 Marks per subject
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is CSEET legal aptitude syllabus?
A: 
Legal Aptitude of CSEET cover the following topics: 1. Indian Constitution: Preamble Citizenship Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties Directive Principles of State Policy State under Constitution President and Governors Council of Ministers and Prime Minister Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha and Legislative Assembly, Legislative Council Supreme Court and High Courts Landmark Amendment in Constitution List of subjects-Centre, State, and Concurrent 2. Elements of General Laws (Indian Contract ACT and Law of Torts): Part A: Law of Contract Offer, Acceptance, Consideration, and Competency to Contract. Agreement Types of Contract: Void, Voidable, Unenforceable Performance of Contract Frustration of Contract Quasi Contract Breach of Contract and Remedies Part B: Law of Torts Basics of Torts Specific Defenses Nuisance and Negligence Strict, Absolute and Vicarious Liability Trespass Malicious Prosecution 3. Elements of Company Secretaries Legislation The Institute of Company Secretaries of India Vision, Mission, Motto and Core Values of the Institute Company Secretary under Company Secretaries ACT 1980. Functions of Company Secretary under the Companies ACT 2013 Role of Company Secretary in Employment Role of Company Secretary in Practice 4. Elements of Company Law Meaning and Nature of Company Types of Companies Incorporation of a Company Types of capital Board of Directors - (Concept, Appointment and Removal of Directors) Board Meetings & Shareholders Meetings Corporate Social Responsibility Business Ethics Ethical Dilemma 5. Legal Reasoning Legal Fundamentals and Terms Legal Problems Reading and understanding a case Legal Terminology and Maxims Legal Reasoning- Reasoning by Analogy Inductive and Deductive Reasoning Questions of Fact (or factual issues) Questions of Law (or legal issues) Landmark Judgments of the Supreme Court and High Court Reading Comprehension.
Q:   What is CSEET logical reasoning syllabus?
A: 

Logical Reasoning of CSEET covers below topics:

  1. Logical Reasoning
  2. Verbal Reasoning
  3. Non Verbal Reasoning
Q:   What is CSEET Economics syllabus?
A: 

Students preparing for CSEET exam can check the CSEET Economics syllabus below:

  1. Basics of Demand and Supply and Forms of Market Competition
  2. National Income Accounting and Related Concepts
  3. Indian Union Budget
  4. Indian Financial Markets Overview of Indian Financial Ecosystem
  5. Indian Economy
Q:   What is CSEET business environment syllabus?
A: 

The topics covered under Business Environment of CSEET exam are:

  1. Entrepreneurship Scenario
  2. Business Environment
  3. Key Government Institutions
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