When should I start taking CSEET mock test series?

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.

How can I appear for CSEET mock test?

Once ICSI releases CSEET mock test, you can appear for the same by following steps below: Click on link sent to the registered email ID Login by entering Login ID and Password CSEET mock test will appear on the screen Appear for the mock test Check the correct and incorrect answers.

Has ICSI changed mode of CSEET exam?

Yes, the Institute of Company Secretaries of India has made certain changes in the exam structure of CSEET exam from June onwards. One of the biggest change is that the exam will now be conducted in offline mode.

Is it bad if I fail the CSEET mock test?

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 during the exam. Even if you fail this exam, you can appear for the next session.

Which are the best books for Business Communication for CSEET preparation?

Choosing right book for preparation is important in any entrance exam preparation. Candidates preparing for CSEET exam must choose right books which covers concepts and helps in developing knowledge about important topics. Candidates preparing for the CSEET Business Communication section can refer books below. Business Communication (New Syllabus 2023) by CA Vivek Dharamshi Taxmann's CRACKER for Business Communication by Adv. Ritika Godhwani Business Communication by J. Priyadharshini, Dr. B. Joy Suganya Business organisation and Communication by Dr. S. C Saxena

When will CSEET exam as per new syllabus be conducted?

ICSI has introduced a revised CSEET exam pattern and syllabus. Candidates can now apply for the new CSEET syllabus. The first examination was conducted in June.

Is it compulsory to pass in CSEET mock test?

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.

Is it compulsory to take CSEET mock test?

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.

What is the latest pattern of CSEET exam?

ICSI introduced the CSEET new syllabus under 2022. Check the table below to know the CSEET the latest pattern: Subjects Number of Questions Marks Business Communication 35 50 Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning 35 50 Economic and Business Environment 35 50 Current Affairs and Quantitative Aptitude 35 50 Total Marks 200

What is the enrollment fee for CSEET Exam?

To appear for exam, registered candidates have to enroll for the same. To complete CSEET enrollment process, candidates have to pay the following fee: Particulars Details CSEET Enrollment Fee INR 1500 Enrollment Late Fee INR 250

When can I enroll for CSEET 2026 exam?

The CSEET October 2026 Enrollment Window will open on July 01, 2026. Candidates who have successfully registered for CSEET Oct exam 2026 and are willing to appear for the examination must enroll before last date.

How can I download CSEET question papers?

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.

How do I prepare for the CSEET exam?

To prepare well for CSEET exam and score a mininum of 40% marks in each subject and 50% overall, students can follow the below preparation tips Know updated CSEET pattern Download CSEET revised syllabus Create preparation time table Download previous year CSEET question papers Appear for CSEET official mock test Make note of important points

What are the subjects in CSEET?

The CS Executive Entrance Test includes four subjects. CSEET subjects are: Business Communication Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning Economic and Business Environment Current Affairs and Quantitative Aptitude

If I do not enroll for CSEET exam, will I get the admit card?

No, a candidate who does not enroll for CSEET exam for registered exam session will not be issued admit card. Filling and submitting CSEET enrollment form is a mandatory part of CSEET registration process.

Is it needed to cover the entire syllabus for CSEET preparation?

Yes, students must cover the complete CSEET syllabus for complete preparation. To score well in exam, students must know important topics. CSEET syllabus is divided in below sections: Business Communication Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning Economic and Business Environment Current Affairs & Quantitative Aptitude

CSEET Syllabus 2026: Check Updated Syllabus for June Exam Here

CSEET 2026 October Exam

1 Oct '26 - 6 Oct '26

Updated on May 27, 2026 16:39 IST

By Nupur Jain, Senior Executive - Editorial

CSEET syllabus 2026 is available at icsi.edu. ICSI has made some changes to the syllabus. Candidates preparing for CSEET exam can check the updated CSEET syllabus in this article. The syllabus of CSEET 2026 is divided into four papers viz., Business Communication, Fundamentals of Accounting, Economic and Business Environment, and Business Law and Management. ICSI will conduct the upcoming CSEET 2026 in offline mode.

Read this article to download free CSEET Syllabus PDF for the restructured pattern.

Table of contents

CSEET 2026 Syllabus PDF
CSEET Subject-Wise Syllabus June 2026
CSEET Exam Pattern 2026
CSEET Preparation Strategy
FAQs Related to CSEET Syllabus

CSEET 2026 Syllabus PDF

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India has made certain changes in the CSEET syllabus. The same have been released by ICSI on its official website - icsi.edu. Candidates appearing for upcoming session can download the official syllabus PDF from the direct link shared below.

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CSEET 2026 Syllabus PDF

CSEET Subject-Wise Syllabus June 2026

ICSI has released the ICSI CSEET new syllabus. Candidates can check the detailed ICSI new syllabus for CSEET below:

CSEET Subjects	Topics
Business Communication	Business Law and Management 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 Dates

CSEET Exam Pattern 2026

Candidates must know the detailed exam pattern of CSEET 2026. Check below to get detailed information:

Features	CSEET Pattern June 2026
Mode of Exam	Offline
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 for each subject
Negative Marking	No
Language of Question Paper	English
Reading Time	15 minutes
Nature of questions	Business Communication (Subjective) Fundamentals of Accounting (Subjective) Economic and Business Environment (Subjective) Business Laws and Management (OMR Based)
Pre-Examination Requirement	Pay registration and enrollment fee

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CSEET Question Paper

CSEET Admit Card

CSEET Preparation Strategy

Having a good and effective preparation strategy is important for students appearing for CSEET exam for upcoming session. It helps students score well in the exam and increases their chances of clearing the course. Below are some preparation tips for CSEET exam:

Check the syllabus and get the right set of books to prepare for the subjects.
Create a study plan and set weekly & monthly targets for yourself.
Focus more on high-weightage and important topics
Create notes for formats, laws, formulas, policies, acts, etc. Learn and revise them daily.
Learn shortcuts and tricks to solve numerical questions easily and quickly to save time.
Make flashcards for last minute revision.
Practice past year question papers and sample papers after completing at least 60% of the syllabus.
Once the entire syllabus is covered, start taking CSEET mock tests.

Click here to Download the Free Official ICSI CSEET Study Material

FAQs Related to CSEET Syllabus

Check frequently asked questions related to CSEET syllabus below:

Q: What is CSEET pass percentage?

CS Executive Entrance Test CSEET pass percentage refers the percentage of students who have cleared the CSEET exam for the particular session. ICSI releases the CSEET pass percentage for each session soon after the declaration of results. Earlier authorities released the CSEET January 2025 pass percentage soon after the declaration of results. The pass percentage for CSEET 2025 January session is 72.58%.

Q: What is CSEET Current Affair syllabus?

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 Economics syllabus?

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

Q: What is CSEET logical reasoning syllabus?

Logical Reasoning of CSEET covers below topics:

Logical Reasoning
Verbal Reasoning
Non Verbal Reasoning

Q: How many questions are asked in CSEET exam?

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 quantitative aptitude syllabus?

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 legal aptitude syllabus?

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 can I use CSEET question papers/ mock test to improve my exam preparation?

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.

Q: What is CSEET business environment syllabus?

The topics covered under Business Environment of CSEET exam are:

Entrepreneurship Scenario
Business Environment
Key Government Institutions

Q: Is CSEET exam conducted in online mode?

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: What is CSEET Business Communication syllabus?

CSEET Business Communication syllabus includes:

Essentials of Good English Grammar and its usage
Communication
Business Correspondence
Common Business Terminologies.

Q: Which are the best books for CSEET Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning section preparation?

When preparing for Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning section of CSEET it is important for students to have good understanding about legal principles and reasoning skills and logical thinking. Here are books for CSEET Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning section:

Taxmann's CRACKER for Legal Aptitude & Logical Reasoning by CA (Dr. ) K. M. Bansal and Adv. Ritika Godhwani
Connex CSEET Legal Aptitude (New Syllabus 2023) by CA Vivek Dharamshi
Legal Aptitude & Reasoning by Odisha Experts
Study Material of Legal Aptitude Logical Reasoning and Indian Constitution by Faculty of Bhardwaj Law
Model Scanner CSEET Paper for Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning by CA Amar Omar, CA Rasika Goenka
Economic & Business Environment CSEET New Syllabus) by CA Vivek Dharamshi
Business Environment: New Edition by Dr. V. C. Sinha (Author), Dr. Ritika Sinha (Author).