ICSI CSEET 2026: Registration (Started), Exam Date (OUT), Syllabus, Pattern, Mock Test, Question Paper
CS Executive Entrance Test 2026 ( CSEET )
Registration - 16 Dec '25 - 15 Feb '26
ICSI registration for CSEET January 2026 has commenced online. Candidates willing to appear for the CSEET January 2026 must apply at official website. The CSEET exam date 2026 has been announced. Read here to know more about CSEET exam, dates, exam pattern, syllabus and result dates.
CSEET 2026
CSEET registration January 2026 has commenced. Candidates who are willing to appear for CSEET January 2026 exam must register on or before the last date. CSEET registration last date for January is December 15, 2026. ICSI has announced the CSEET January 2026 exam date. The exam will be held on January 10 in remote proctored mode. Candidates filling the CSEET application form 2026 must ensure to fulfil the prescribed eligibility criteria. As per the criteria, candidate must have passed class 12th examination or must be appearing in final examination. CSEET is an entry level examination for CS course.
ICSI has announced major restructring of CSEET exam pattern and syllabus. As per the revised pattern, CSEET exam will now be held in four days, offline mode and in three sessions (February, June and October). The first examination under revised pattern and syllabus will be held in CSEET June 2026. ICSI will commence CSEET June 2026 registrations on December 16, 2025. Candidates will be able to fill the CSEET application form June 2026 till February 15.
- ICSI CSEET 2026 Highlights
- ICSI CSEET Exam Date 2026
- ICSI CSEET Eligibility Criteria
- ICSI CSEET Application Form
- How to Fill CSEET Application Form 2026?
- CSEET Exam Pattern 2026
- CSEET Syllabus 2026
- CSEET Admit Card 2026
- CSEET Result 2026
ICSI CSEET 2026 Highlights
Candidates preparing for CSEET exam must check the table below to know the exam highlights:
| Features |
Old Pattern (Valid till Jan 2026) |
New Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Name of Exam |
CSEET |
|
| Exam Full Form |
Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test |
|
| Mode of Exam |
Online |
Offline |
| Level of Examination |
Entry Level |
Entry Level |
| Exam Level |
National |
National |
| Frequency |
Four times in a year:
|
Three times in a year:
|
| Medium |
English |
English |
| Official Website |
Icsi.edu |
icsi.edu |
CSEET 2026 mock tests are accessible through mobiles, however, candidates are advised to take the mock test through desktop/laptop to check the compatibility of the hardware. Candidates will not be permitted to appear for the CSEET exam through mobile on the day of examination. Candidates appearing for the CSEET exam through mobile will not have actual exam experience that is intended to be provided to the candidates. Candidates accessing the CSEET mock test through mobile will not have real exam day experience, scroll multiple times to read the question paper, and becomes difficult to read. Hence, for better experience and to know the compatibility of the desktop or laptop candidates must not take the CSEET mock test through mobile.
There will be generic login ID and password for the students who have registered for the CSEET exam. Students will be able to login as per their batch timing. Authorities will send the CSEET mock test link and login credentials on the registered email ID or phone number via SMS. Candidates must click on the link provided as per the batch timing. Candidates must note that the same credentials will not be applicable for the actual CSEET exam scheduled to be held from June 01 to June 04. The login credentials for the exam will be sent separately to the candidates. CSEET 2026 mock test for June session will be released tentatively in last week of May.
ICSI CSEET Exam Date 2026
Candidates preparing for CSEET 2026 can check the important dates for January, May, July and November below:
| Events |
January 2026 Dates |
June 2026 Dates |
|---|---|---|
| CSEET registration 2026 start date |
16-Oct-2025 |
16-Dec-2025 |
| CSEET registration last date 2026 |
15-Dec-2025 |
15-Feb-2026 |
| 10-Jan-2026 |
01-Jun to 04-Jun-2026 |
ICSI CSEET Eligibility Criteria
CSEET eligibility criteria states the education requirement details. Candidates willing to appear for CSEET 2026 examination must check the below mentioned criteria before filling the application form:
- Candidate’s age must not be less than 17 years on the date of application.
- Candidate must have completed Class 12th examination or appearing for final examination.
- Final passed of ICAI/Final passed of ICMAI/ Graduates having minimum 50% marks/ Post Graduates are exempted from taking CSEET and will be eligible for direct registrations to CS Executive programme.
ICSI CSEET Application Form
Candidates filling the CSEET application form 2026 must ensure to keep the below documents ready to complete the registration process:
| Documents |
Size and format |
|---|---|
| Candidate’s photograph |
20kb to 50kb jpg, jpeg, png, gif, bmp,pdf |
| Candidate’s signature |
10kb to 20kb jpg, jpeg, png, gif, bmp,pdf |
| Date of Birth certificate |
Maximum 2 MBs jpg, jpeg, png, gif, bmp,pdf |
| Admit card or Hall ticket for class 12th examination (if appearing) |
|
| Class 10+2 mark sheet/ pass certificate |
|
| Category certificate (availing concession) |
|
| Identity proof (Aadhar card/passport/voter ID /pan card/driving license/ration card) |
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How to Fill CSEET Application Form 2026?
To complete the CSEET registration 2026, candidates must follow the steps below:
Step 1- Visit the official link provided: smash.icsi.edu
Step 2- Check boxes for documents required and click on tab ‘Proceed to CSEET registration’
Step 3- Complete the CSEET application form by entering the following details:
- Basic details
- Fee details
- Upload documents
Step 4- Preview the filled registration form
Step 5- Pay the CSEET application fee of INR 2000
Also Read: ICSI CS Exam Fees
CSEET Exam Pattern 2026
Candidates preparing for the CSEET exam must know exam pattern. Check the table below to know the CSEET exam pattern 2026:
CSEET Old Pattern Valid till January 2026
| Subjects |
Sub Sections |
Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Business Communication |
- |
50 |
| Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning |
A- Legal Aptitude (30 marks) B- Logical Reasoning (20 marks) |
50 |
| Economic and Business Environment |
A- Economics (25 marks) B- Business Environment (25 marks) |
50 |
| Current Affairs and Quantitative Aptitude |
A- Current Affairs (30 marks) B- Quantitative Aptitude (20 marks) |
50 |
| Total Marks |
200 |
|
Stduents preparing for CSEET exam must solve question papers to get following benefits:
- Gets familar with pattern of CSEET.
- CSEET question papers help in analysing the important questions and trends.
- It helps in understanding the question-solving approach.
- Helps in time management
- Helps to analyse preparation level.
Yes, CSEET mock test is released in online mode only. ICSI conducts the official CSEET mock test for each session prior to the exam days. Registered candidates are sent the CSEET mock test link on teir registered email ID. CSEET mock test in conducted in remote proctored mode like the actual exam. Candidates can also download the CSEET mock test Free PDF.
The instructions for CSEET mock test are similar to that of actual exam.
- CSEET will be held for two hours duration
- Questions can be answered in any order.
- There will be no sectional time limit.
- Review and change answers
Also Read: CSEET Important instructions for Remote Proctored Mode
CSEE New Pattern Valid From June 2026
| Day of Exam | Subjects | Maximum Marks | Pattern and time |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Day | Business Communication | 100 | Subjective (3 hours) |
| Second Day | Fundamentals of Accounting | 100 | Subjective (3 hours) |
| Third Day | Economic and Business Environment | 100 | Subjective (3 hours) |
| Fourth Day | Business Laws and Management Business Laws -60 Marks Business Management - 40 Marks |
100 | OMR Based (2 hours) |
CSEET Syllabus 2026
ICSI has released the CSEET 2026 syllabus. Candidates preparing for the exam must know updated syllabus and section wise important topics. Check the table below to know the section wise CSEET syllabus:
| Sections |
Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Business Communication |
Essentials of English, Communication, Business Correspondence, Common Business Terminologies |
| Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning |
Indian constitution, Elements of General laws (Indian Contract Act and Law of Torts), Elements of Company Secretaries Legislation, Elements of Company Law, Legal and Logical Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning |
| Economics and Business Environment |
Basics of Demand and Supply and Forms of Market Competition, National Income Accounting and Related Concepts, Indian Union Budget, Indian Financial Markets, Indian Economy, Entrepreneurship Scenario, Business Environment, Key Government Institutions |
Also Read: CSEET Mock Test
CSEET Admit Card 2026
ICSI will issue the CSEET admit card January 2026 10 days before the exam date. Registered candidates will be able to download the admit card online by entering the login details: application number and date of birth. Candidates must ensue to complete the registration process and pay the application fee to download the admit card.
Also Read: ICSI CSEET Exam Frequently Asked Questions
CSEET Result 2026
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India declares the CSEET result 10 days after the exam is conducted. Candidates who will appear for the exam can download the scorecard online when released. To download the ICSI CSEET scorecard 2026, candidates must enter their login details at icsi.edu. Candidates who will qualify the CSEET exam can apply for the next level of CS course- CS Executive exam.
ICSI releases the CSEET pass percentage soon after the declaration of results. Candidates can know the total percentage of candidates who have qualified the CSEET exam.
CSEET Result 2026- Qualifying Marks
ICSI has prescribed the CSEET qualifying marks. Candidates meeting the qualifying criteria shall be declared ‘pass’ and can appear for CS Executive examination. Check the table below to know the qualifying marks:
| Subjects |
Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| Business Communication |
40% |
| Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning |
40% |
| Economic and Business Environment |
40% |
| Current Affairs and Quantitative Aptitude |
40% |
| Total |
50% |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks ago
The number of students registered or appeared for the CSEET exam is not notified by ICSI. Soon after the declaration of results, ICSI announces the CSEET pass percentage which shows the percentage of students who have cleared the CSEET exam.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, CS Executive Entrance Test will now be held on offline mode. ICSI will conduct the last examination in remote proctored mode on January 10, 2026. ICSI introduced the revised CSEET exam pattern which will be applicable from June 2026 examination. As per the latest update, CSEET exam will now be
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
ICSI has introduced several changes in CS Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) which will be applicable from June 2026 examination onwards.
- This year onwards ICSI will conduct CSEET thrice in a year- February, June and October
- The exam will be held in offline mode
- CSEET exam will be held in window of four d
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, The Institute of Company Secretaries of India has released the CSEET 2026 exam dates. Students willing to appear for CS Executive Entrance Test they must check important dates below:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| CSEET January 2026 Registration | 16-Oct-2025 to 15-Dec-2025 |
| CSEET Admit Card Jan 2026 | 31-Dec-2025 |
| CSEET Jan 2026 Exam | 10-Jan-2026 |
| CSEET June 2026 Registration | 16-Dec-2025 to 15-Feb-2026 |
| CSEET Admit Card June 2026 | Last week of May 2026 |
| CSEET June 2026 Exam | 01-Jun to 04-Jun-2026 |
| CSEET 2026 Enrollment- June Session (without late fee) | 01-Mar to 07-Apr-2026 |
| CSEET 2026 Enrollment- June Session (with late fee) | 08-Apr to 20-Apr-2026 |
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
ICSI CSEET examination as per new syllabus will be held from June 2026 examination onwards. ICSI introduced revised CSEET exam pattern and syllabus. Candidates can apply for the new CSEET syllabus from December 16, 2025 onwards. The first examination will commence in June which is scheduled to be h
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Contributor-Level 6
CSEET mock test is released one week prior to the date of examination. Candidates who have registered for the exam will be sent the link for CSEET mock test on their registered email ID or phone number via SMS. CSEET January 2026 mock test will be held on in first week of January. Candidates are notified about the mock test soon after the release of notification. Candidates must login with the credentials sent on their registered email ID or phone number to appear for the CSEET mock test. It is conducted to familiarise candidates with the remote proctoring process. Detailed information about appearing for the CSEET mock test is sent to candidates separately.