CSEET Question Paper PDF: Download Free Sample Papers
CS Executive Entrance Test 2026 ( CSEET )
CSEET 2026 Registration- October Session
1 Mar '26 - 31 May '26
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 June session can download the official sample papers for free from this page. The upcoming CSEET exam will be held from June 01 to June 04 in offline mode.
- CSEET Official Sample Papers
- CSEET Question Paper Pattern
- Benefits of Solving CSEET Sample Paper
- FAQs Related to CSEET Question Paper
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CSEET Official Sample Papers
CSEET Question Paper Pattern
ICSI has restructured the exam structure for CSEET from June 2026 session. 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) |
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Commonly asked questions
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.
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.
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.
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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Commonly asked questions
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.
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.
- 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.
FAQs Related to CSEET Question Paper
Check frequently asked questions on CSEET question paper below:
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
- Visit link provided- https://www.shiksha.com/exams/cseet-exam-question-papers
- Select sample paper to be downloaded and click on 'download' tab
- Candidates must login if they are not logged in
- Screen will now display the CSEET sample paper
- Download question paper.
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.
ISCI has revised the CSEET exam pattern. The revised pattern is applicable from June 2026 examination onwards. Check the table below to know updated CSEET exam pattern:
| Features | New Pattern |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Duration of Exam |
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| Marks | 100 Marks for each subject |
| Language of Question Paper | English |
| Nature of questions | Subjective and OMR based |
| Pre-Examination Requirement | Pay registration and enrollment fee |
Students preparing for CSEET exam can check the CSEET Economics syllabus below:
- Basics of Demand and Supply and Forms of Market Competition
- National Income Accounting and Related Concepts
- Indian Union Budget
- Indian Financial Markets Overview of Indian Financial Ecosystem
- Indian Economy
CSEET Business Communication syllabus includes:
- Essentials of Good English Grammar and its usage
- Communication
- Business Correspondence
- Common Business Terminologies.
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.
The topics covered under Business Environment of CSEET exam are:
- Entrepreneurship Scenario
- Business Environment
- Key Government Institutions
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.
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
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.
Logical Reasoning of CSEET covers below topics:
- Logical Reasoning
- Verbal Reasoning
- Non Verbal Reasoning
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
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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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month 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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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
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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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
No, once the registration window for an exam session for CSEET closes, you cannot apply for that session. According to ICSI, "Students will not be allowed to submit the examination form and fee after the stipulated dates and such examination forms will be summarily rejected without intimation /Noti
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, you can apply for CSEET 2026 exam for October session. The CSEET June 2026 registration window has closed.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
No, the Institute of Company Secretaries of India has not yet released the exam dates for CSEET October 2026 exam. The expected dates for Oct session is the first week of October 2026.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
The ideal time to start practicing from CSEET mock tests is when you have covered 60-70% of the syllabus. It will give you an idea of where your preparation level stands and how much practice you need till exma date.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
It is bad if you fail your CSEET mock test, as ICSI releases these tests only a week before the actual exam date and now you don't have enough time to work more on your preparation.
But, you should not loose hope as it may be due to the nervousness of the exam. Focus on important topics and keep calm
N
Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
No, it is not mandatory to pass in CSEET mock tests. These tests are provided for candidates to get a clear picture of their preparation level and make them understand the types of questions in exam.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 months ago
As mock tests will help candidates understand the exam pattern and question types to be asked in the exam, it is compulsory for them to appear for CSEET mock tests. ICSI releases mock tests a week before the exam date.
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Contributor-Level 6
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