ICSI Re-Registration to Professional Programme: A Golden Opportunity for Aspiring Company Secretaries
This initiative allows eligible students to re-register directly for the Professional Programme without starting from the Executive Programme again. It’s a fantastic opportunity to fast-track your CS qualification and achieve your professional goals.
Why Re-Register?
- Saves Time – Skip the Executive level and directly enrol in the Professional Programme.
- Seamless Academic & Professional Continuation – Pick up where you left off and progress toward becoming a Company Secretary.
- Free Online Centralized Classes – Get access to ICSI’s online learning resources.
Eligibility Criteria
The Re-Registration Policy is open to students who:
✅ Have passed the Intermediate Course or Executive Programme under any previous syllabus.
✅ Are not eligible for Registration Denovo because their registration period has expired.
Such students can directly re-register for the Professional Programme instead of restarting from the Executive level.
Fee Structure
💰 Re-Registration Fee – ₹20,000 (Payable via Demand Draft in favor of “The Institute of Company Secretaries of India” at New Delhi/Noida).
🔹 Breakdown of Fees:
- Education Fee – ₹19,000
- Pre-Examination Test Fee – ₹1,000
- Validity – 5 years from the date of re-registration
Subjects & Syllabus
The Professional Programme consists of 7 papers, divided into two groups:
Group I (4 Papers)
1️⃣ Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) – Principles & Practice
2️⃣ Drafting, Pleadings, and Appearances
3️⃣ Compliance Management, Audit & Due Diligence
4️⃣ Elective 1 (Choose one from the following):
- CSR & Social Governance
- Internal and Forensic Audit
- Intellectual Property Rights – Law & Practice
- Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, and Cyber Security – Laws & Practice
Group II (3 Papers)
5️⃣ Strategic Management & Corporate Finance
6️⃣ Corporate Restructuring, Valuation, and Insolvency
7️⃣ Elective 2 (Choose one from the following):
- Arbitration, Mediation & Conciliation
- GST & Corporate Tax Planning
- Labour Laws & Practice
- Banking & Insurance – Laws & Practice
- Insolvency and Bankruptcy – Law & Practice
Exam Eligibility & Cut-Off Dates
| Registration Deadline | Eligible Exam Session |
|---|---|
| 31st January | June session |
| 31st July | December session |
📌 For both groups: Register before 30th November / 31st May
📌 For one group: Register before 31st May / 30th November
How to Apply?
✔ Step 1: Download the re-registration form from ICSI Official Website
✔ Step 2: Fill out the form and prepare a demand draft for ₹20,000
✔ Step 3: Submit your application before the cut-off dates
For any queries, submit your request at ICSI Support Portal
Don’t Miss This Chance!
If you had to pause your CS journey, this is your golden opportunity to restart! Re-register today and take a step closer to becoming a certified Company Secretary!
📢 For more details on free online classes, visit: ICSI Centralized Classes
1. What is the ICSI Re-Registration Policy?
The ICSI Re-Registration Policy allows students who have passed the Intermediate Course or Executive Programme of the CS Course but are no longer eligible for Registration Denovo to directly re-register for the Professional Programme without starting from the Executive Programme stage.
2. Who is eligible for re-registration?
Students who have passed the Intermediate Course or Executive Programme under any previous syllabus but are no longer eligible for Registration Denovo due to the expiry of the stipulated period.
3. What is the fee for re-registration?
The total fee for re-registration is ₹20,000, which includes:
Education Fee: ₹19,000
Pre-Examination Test Fee: ₹1,000
4. How can I pay the re-registration fee?
The fee must be paid via a demand draft favouring "The Institute of Company Secretaries of India" payable at New Delhi/Noida.
5. What is the validity period of re-registration?
The re-registration is valid for five years from the date of re-registration.
6. How many papers are there in the Professional Programme?
There are 7 papers in the Professional Programme, including 2 elective papers.
7. What are the groups in the Professional Programme?
The Professional Programme is divided into two groups:
Group I: 4 papers
Group II: 3 papers
8. What are the elective papers in Group I?
You can choose one of the following electives in Group I:
CSR & Social Governance
Internal and Forensic Audit
Intellectual Property Rights - Law & Practice
Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, and Cyber Security - Laws & Practice
9. What are the elective papers in Group II?
You can choose one of the following electives in Group II:
Arbitration, Mediation & Conciliation
Goods and Services Tax (GST) & Corporate Tax Planning
Labour Laws & Practice
Banking & Insurance - Laws & Practice
Insolvency and Bankruptcy - Law & Practice
10. What are the cut-off dates for examination eligibility?
The cut-off dates for examination eligibility are:
June Session: 31 January (Both Groups), 30 November (Any One Group)
December Session: 31 July (Both Groups), 31 May (Any One Group)
11. Can I skip the Executive Programme through re-registration?
Yes, the re-registration policy allows you to skip the Executive Programme and directly enroll in the Professional Programme.
12. What are the benefits of re-registration?
Saves time by skipping the Executive Programme.
Allows seamless continuation of your academic and professional journey.
Access to free online centralized classes.
13. Are there any free resources provided by ICSI?
Yes, ICSI offers free online centralized classes to help students prepare for the Professional Programme.
14. Where can I find more details about re-registration?
You can find more details in the official PDF:
ICSI Re-Registration PDF
15. How long is the re-registration valid?
The re-registration is valid for five years from the date of re-registration.
16. What is the purpose of the Re-Registration Policy?
The policy aims to help students who couldn’t complete their CS journey due to time constraints by allowing them to restart from the Professional Programme stage.
17. Can I choose my elective papers?
Yes, you can choose 2 elective papers from the options provided in Group I and Group II.
18. What is the pre-examination test fee?
The pre-examination test fee is ₹1,000, which is included in the total re-registration fee of ₹20,000.
19. Where can I submit my queries regarding re-registration?
You can submit your queries at:
http://support.icsi.edu
20. Is there a link to the official re-registration PDF?
Yes, you can access the official PDF here:
ICSI Re-Registration PDF
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