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CS Executive Entrance Test 2026 ( CSEET )

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CSEET 2026 Registration- October Session

1 Mar '26 - 30 Jun '26

Nupur Jain
Updated on Jun 11, 2026 13:10 IST

By Nupur Jain, Senior Executive - Editorial

CSEET question papers of past years serve as an important part of a candidate's preparation. To help students prepare well for the exam, the Institute of Company Secretaries of India has released official CSEET sample papers for all four subjects on its official website. The major reason behind the release of sample papers is to help students get acquainted with the restructured CSEET exam pattern. Candidates preparing for the October session can download the official sample papers for free from this page. The upcoming CSEET exam will be held from Oct 01 to Oct 06, 2026, in offline mode.

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Table of contents
  • CSEET Official Sample Papers
  • Benefits of Solving CSEET Sample Paper
  • CSEET Question Paper Pattern
  • FAQs Related to CSEET Question Paper

Download previous year CSEET question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download CSEET previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

CSEET Official Sample Papers

CSEET Economic and Business Environment Sample Paper
CSEET Fundamentals of Accounting Sample Paper
CSEET Business Communication Sample Paper
CSEET Business Laws and Management Sample Paper
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Benefits of Solving CSEET Sample Paper

After covering the syllabus from ICSI study material and recommended books, candidates must practice past question papers, sample papers and mock tests to check their level of study and how much more preparation is required. Solving previous year CSEET question papers or CSEET sample papers is important for students because of the following advantages:

  • It helps students know CSEET exam pattern.
  • They can work on their time management for D-day.
  • Solving sample papers helps students analyse strong and weak areas.
  • Students can know the topics with highest weightage.
  • Candidates can get an idea of what to expect in exam.
  • Solving past papers in exam like enviornment, can help students work on their calculation speed and accuracy.

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CSEET Syllabus

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the precautions to be taken to take CSEET exam?
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  • Place camera in front of system.
  • Face must be visible.
  • There must be light in room.
  • Hair, clothes, or any other object must not cover face.
  • There should be no other person in room. 
  • Exam must be taken in SEB. 
Q:   Is CSEET mock test available in online mode?
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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.

Q:   What is the total score in CSEET?
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CSEET total marks are 400 marks. The question is divided into four sections of 100 marks each:

  • Business Communication
  • Fundamentals of Accounting
  • Economic and Business Environment
  • Business Laws and Management

For every correct answer candidates will get one or two marks. There will be no negative marking.

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CSEET Question Paper Pattern

ICSI has restructured the exam structure for CSEET. Check out table below to get CSEET question paper pattern, to get an idea about important details related to CSEET test paper:

Particulars CSEET Restructured Pattern
Duration of Exam

Business Communication (Three hours)

Fundamentals of Accounting (Three hours)

Economic and Business Environment (Three hours)

Business Laws and Management (Two hours)

Marks 100 Marks per subject
Language of Question Paper English
Type of Questions Subjective and OMR based
Negative Marking No (in OMR based Paper)

Note: The official CSEET exam will be conducted in offline mode. Mock Tests for CSEET were released by ICSI earlier, when the exam was conducted in remote proctored mode.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many attempts are there in CSEET?
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There are no prescribed number of attempts for CSEET. Candidates can appear for the CSEET exam in multiple attempts until qualified. The validity of the CSEET scorecard is one year. ICSI conducts CSEET examination three times in a year, i.e., February, June and October. Candidates can choose to appear for any of the three sessions. However, candidates must stay updated with the cut off dates of CSEET examination.

Q:   What is the difference between CSEET old and new syllabus?
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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:   How can I use CSEET question papers/ mock test to improve my exam preparation?
A: 

Stduents preparing for CSEET exam must solve question papers to get following benefits:

  1. Gets familar with pattern of CSEET.
  2. CSEET question papers help in analysing the important questions and trends.
  3. It helps in understanding the question-solving approach.
  4. Helps in time management
  5. Helps to analyse preparation level.
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FAQs Related to CSEET Question Paper

Check frequently asked questions on CSEET question paper below: 

 

Q:   What is the duration of CSEET exam?
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ICSI conduct CSEET examination for three hours per subject. Candidates have to attempt questions in given time. Candidates will not be given extra time under any condition. The question paper will be submitted once the duration is over. ICSI conducts the CSEET exam in offline mode. 

Q:   What is CSEET Economics syllabus?
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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:   When should I start solving the CSEET mock test papers?
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The best time to start solving the CSEET mock test papers is after completing the 60-70% of the CSEET syllabus. Candidates can start soving the CSEET mock test to help apply the basics studied. Candidates must commence to solve the CSEET mock tests one or two months prior the exam date making sure to solve minimum of two mocks each day.

Q:   Is CSEET exam conducted in online mode?
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ICSI conducted CSEET examination in online mode until January 2026. From CSEET June session 2026, the exam will be conducted in offline mode. Candidates must check the exam day guidelines to avoid disqualification.

Q:   How can I download CSEET question papers?
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Candidates preparing or CS Executive Entrance Test CSEET must download previous year question paper. It is important to solve question paper to know CSEET exam pattern and time duration. To download the CSEET question papers, candidates must

  1. Visit link provided- https://www.shiksha.com/exams/cseet-exam-question-papers 
  2. Select sample paper to be downloaded and click on 'download' tab
  3. Candidates must login if they are not logged in
  4. Screen will now display the CSEET sample paper
  5. Download question paper.
Q:   What is CSEET Business Communication syllabus?
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CSEET Business Communication syllabus includes:

  1. Essentials of Good English Grammar and its usage
  2. Communication
  3. Business Correspondence
  4. Common Business Terminologies.
Q:   What is CSEET business environment syllabus?
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The topics covered under Business Environment of CSEET exam are:

  1. Entrepreneurship Scenario
  2. Business Environment
  3. Key Government Institutions
Q:   What is CSEET legal aptitude syllabus?
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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:   How many questions are asked in CSEET exam?
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ICSI does not mention the number of questions to be asked in its CSEET exam pattern. However, the total marks per subject for CSEET exam is 100.

Q:   What is CSEET Current Affair syllabus?
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CUET Current Affair syllabus include:

  • Current affairs of national and international importance relating to:
  • International bodies (ASEAN, BRICS, SAARC, G-20, BIMSTEC, etc.)
  • Organizations like, RBI, NABARD, CCI, IBBI, IMF, OECD, ADB, World Bank, etc.
  • Summits and conferences
  • Current development in Banking and Finance (digital banking, govt. initiatives, financial inclusion, etc.)
  • Current development in stock markets
  • Recent important judgments passed by Supreme Court and High Courts of India, Tribunals
  • Current affairs related to CS Institute/Profession and regulatory bodies
  • Current updates on environment, bio-diversity, climate change and sustainable development
  • Latest developments in science and technology, IT, Computers and Space science
  • Business personalities and leaders
  • Committees and appointments
  • Art and culture
  • Books and their authors
  • Awards and honours
  • Sports
  • Current political scenario
  • Initiatives/ schemes of the government
  • Language and national symbols
  • Governance and ethics
  • International diplomacy
Q:   What is CSEET quantitative aptitude syllabus?
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Quantitative Aptitude section was added from CSEET November 2023 session onwards. The syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude comprises of basic mathematics till class 10th. Candidates may refer the NCERT books for Quantitative Aptitude preparation. The topics covered under Quantitative Aptitude of CSEET exam is as follows: 1. Number System Computation of Whole Number Decimal and Fractions Relationship between numbers 2. Fundamental arithmetical operations Percentages Ratio and Proportion Square roots Averages Interest (Simple and Compound) Profit and Loss.

Q:   What is CSEET logical reasoning syllabus?
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Logical Reasoning of CSEET covers below topics:

  1. Logical Reasoning
  2. Verbal Reasoning
  3. Non Verbal Reasoning
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On release of CSEET scorecard, candidates must check the following details:

  • Name of the candidate
  • Section wise score
  • Overall score
  • qualifying status

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, candidates can apply for ICSI CS Executive examination without CSEET provided, candidate is a graduate, postgraduate or professional qualified. 

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The Institute of Company Secretaries of India does not release the CSEET toppers list. ICSI prescribes the qualifying marks, candidates meeting the passing marks are qualified to appear for the next level of CS course examination.

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