CA Final Exam Dates January 2026

CA Final Exam Overview

• Conducting Body: Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
• Frequency: 3 times yearly (May, Sep, Jan)
• Exam Mode: Offline (Descriptive)
• Total Papers: 6 Papers (2 Groups)
• Duration: 3 Hours each (Paper 6: 4 Hours)

CA Final January 2026 Detailed Schedule

Eligibility Criteria for CA Final Jan 2026

Registration Process

Online Registration Steps

1. Visit ICAI SSP Portal
2. Login/Create Account → “Apply for CA Final”
3. Fill details → Upload documents
4. Pay exam fee → Download confirmation
5. Submit documents to ICAI Regional Office

Key Deadlines (Jan 2026)

• Form Start: November 3, 2025
• No Late Fee: November 16, 2025
• Late Fee (₹600): November 19, 2025
• Correction Window: November 20-22, 2025

Exam Day Guidelines

What to Carry

• Admit Card (Mandatory)
• Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar/Passport/DL)
• Stationery (Pen, Pencil, Eraser, Ruler)
• Calculator (ICAI approved)

What NOT to Carry

• Mobile Phones/Electronic Devices
• Study Material/Books
• Electronic Calculators

CA Final Preparation Tips

• Study Plan: Divide syllabus → Weekly revision goals
• Mock Tests: ICAI RTPs + Mock Test Papers
• Study Material: ICAI modules + Reference books
• Online Resources: Recorded lectures + Doubt sessions
• Time Management: Practice 3-hour papers daily

Last Minute Tips

• Get 8 hours sleep before exam
• Healthy breakfast + Stay hydrated
• Arrive 1 hour early at center
• Read questions carefully