The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has officially restructured the CSEET (Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test). These new changes will be applicable from the June 2026 session.
If you are planning to become a Company Secretary, this blog will simplify the entire announcement for you—eligibility, fees, dates, syllabus pattern, exemptions, passing criteria and more.
🔵 Why Did ICSI Restructure CSEET?
ICSI aims to improve the quality of future Company Secretaries. The new CSEET focuses on:
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Updated syllabus as per the latest corporate and regulatory developments
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Stronger focus on communication, analytical skills, and professional aptitude
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Better exam experience
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Strong foundation for CS Executive & Professional programmes
📅 Effective Date
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First exam of NEW CSEET: June 2026
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Last session of old CSEET: January 2026
Students who pass the January 2026 CSEET can register in CS Executive within 1 year (without the exemption fee).
📌 Eligibility for CSEET Registration
You can apply for CSEET if:
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You are an Indian national, and
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You have passed or are appearing in the 10+2 (Senior Secondary) exam
🎓 Who Is Exempted from CSEET? (Direct Entry to CS Executive)
You do NOT need to give CSEET if:
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You have passed the ICSI Foundation Programme
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You have completed:
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CA Final, OR
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CMA Final
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You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree (any stream)
Final-year graduation students can also directly register for CS Executive.
💰 CSEET Fee Structure
| Stage | Fees |
|---|---|
| CSEET Registration Fee (includes SIP + online classes) | ₹7500 |
| Exam Fee (per session) | ₹1500 |
SIP & online coaching class schedule will be announced separately.
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🎯 Fee Concessions
1. On Registration Fee
| Category | Concession |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 50% |
| Physically Handicapped | 50% |
| NE States, A&N, Lakshadweep, Himachal Pradesh | 50% |
| Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh | 100% |
2. On Exam Fee
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SC / ST → 50%
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Physically Handicapped → 50%
🗓️ CSEET Registration Cut-Off Dates
June Session
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Regular: 1 Oct – 31 Jan
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For June 2026 only: 16 Dec 2025 – 15 Feb 2026
October Session
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01 Feb – 31 May
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For Oct 2026 only: 16 Feb – 31 May 2026
February Session
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01 June – 30 Sept
📝 Exam Enrollment Dates
| Session | Normal Fee | With Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| February | 1 Nov – 7 Dec | 8–20 Dec |
| June | 1 Mar – 7 Apr | 8–20 Apr |
| October | 1 Jul – 7 Aug | 8–20 Aug |
🧾 CSEET Exam Schedule & Results
| Session | Exam | Result |
|---|---|---|
| February | 1st Week | Last Week of March |
| June | 1st Week | Last Week of July |
| October | 1st Week | Last Week of Nov |
🔍 Verification & Certified Copies
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Verification of Marks: Within 21 days of the result
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Certified copy of the answer book: Within 30 days
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RTI processing: 60 days
💡 Important Rules
➡ No Refund
Fee is non-refundable (except in case of double payment).
➡ Validity
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CSEET registration validity: 3 years
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CSEET result validity: 1 year only
📘 New Exam Pattern (From June 2026)
CSEET will now be conducted across 4 days, one subject each day.
| Day | Subject | Marks | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Business Communication | 100 | Subjective | 3 hrs |
| Day 2 | Fundamentals of Accounting | 100 | Subjective | 3 hrs |
| Day 3 | Economic & Business Environment | 100 | Subjective | 3 hrs |
| Day 4 | Business Laws & Management (BL – 60, BM – 40) | 100 | OMR Objective | 2 hrs |
➡ No negative marking in OMR paper.
➡ 15 minutes of reading time will be given before each exam.
🎓 Passing Criteria
To pass CSEET, you must score:
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Minimum 40% in each paper, AND
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Minimum 50% overall aggregate
⚠ No exemption or carry-forward allowed.
📍 Exam Centres
The new CSEET will be conducted offline at designated centres in major cities.
Timing: 2:30 PM to 5:45 PM
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✔ Final Words
The restructured CSEET aims to create more competent Company Secretaries with stronger fundamentals. If you are planning to appear in June 2026 or later, start preparing according to the new exam pattern and syllabus.
For the latest updates, always check: www.icsi.edu
100 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS – RESTRUCTURED CSEET (JUNE 2026)
A. BASIC CONCEPTS (1–15)
1. What is CSEET?
CSEET is the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test, the qualifying entrance exam for the CS Executive Programme.
2. From when will the restructured CSEET be implemented?
From the June 2026 session.
3. Who conducts CSEET?
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
4. Why has CSEET been restructured?
To align with modern corporate, technological, and regulatory developments.
5. How many papers are included in the restructured CSEET?
Four papers.
6. Is CSEET now offline or online?
The new CSEET will be offline, conducted at designated exam centres.
7. At what time will the new CSEET be conducted?
From 2:30 PM to 5:45 PM.
8. Will the question paper reading time be provided?
Yes, 15 minutes of reading time before each paper.
9. Is the last session of the old CSEET still available?
Yes, the last old CSEET session is January 2026.
10. What happens if a student passes the January 2026 CSEET?
They can register in CS Executive within 1 year, without an exemption fee.
11. Will the new CSEET be tougher?
It is more structured and conceptual but designed to test core competencies.
12. Is the syllabus updated as per the new corporate laws?
Yes, it aligns with emerging corporate & regulatory frameworks.
13. Will CSEET be held multiple times a year?
Yes—February, June, and October.
14. How long is CSEET valid after passing?
1 year, from the date of the result.
15. How long is CSEET registration valid?
3 years.
B. ELIGIBILITY (16–25)
16. Who can register for CSEET?
Any Indian national who has passed/appearing in 10+2.
17. Are foreign nationals eligible?
No, only Indian nationals.
18. Is a 10th pass eligible?
No, minimum 10+2.
19. Are diploma students eligible?
Only those considered equivalent to 10+2 by the authorities.
20. Are 12th-appearing students eligible?
Yes.
21. Is there any age limit?
No age limit.
22. Is maths/commerce compulsory?
No—any stream is allowed.
23. Are open schooling 12th-grade students eligible?
Yes, if recognised by their board.
24. Do students need a minimum mark in 12th?
No specific minimum marks.
25. Can working professionals appear for CSEET?
Yes.
C. EXEMPTIONS (26–35)
26. Who is exempt from CSEET?
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ICSI Foundation pass students
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CA Final pass
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CMA Final pass
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Graduate/post-graduate degree holders
27. Can B.Com final-year students register for CS Executive directly?
Yes, final-year appearing graduates can register directly.
28. Is ean exemption available for CA Inter students?
No.
29. Is the exemption fee applicable?
No, the exemption is free as per the new rules.
30. Are NRI students eligible for exemption?
Only if they satisfy academic criteria, but they must be Indian nationals.
31. Is an MBA degree eligible for exemption?
Yes.
32. Is an LLB degree eligible for exemption?
Yes.
33. Is there any age-based exemption?
No.
34. Can PhD holders get an exemption?
Yes, as they are postgraduate degree holders.
35. Does the exemption apply to all sessions?
Yes, permanently applicable.
D. FEES (36–45)
36. What is the CSEET registration fee?
₹7500, inclusive of SIP & online classes.
37. What is the examination fee?
₹1500 per ssessione
38. Is a late fee applicable for exam enrollment?
Yes, ₹250.
39. Are SIP classes included in the registration fee?
Yes.
40. Are online coaching classes included?
Yes.
41. What is the fee concession for SC/ST?
50% on registration and exam fee.
42. Concession for the physically handicapped?
50%.
43. Concession for J&K and Ladakh students?
100% on registration.
44. Concession for North-East states?
50%.
45. Are fees refundable?
No refund under any circumstances except for double payment.
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E. REGISTRATION DATES (46–55)
46. Registration dates for the February session?
1 June – 30 September.
47. Registration dates for the June session?
1 October – 31 January
(Special for June 2026: 16 Dec 2025 – 15 Feb 2026)
48. Registration dates for the October session?
1 Feb – 31 May
(Special for Oct 2026: 16 Feb – 31 May 2026)
49. Can students register after the deadline?
No, registration closes strictly.
50. How many times can a student register?
Once, but the validity is for 3 years.
51. Is registration possible from a smartphone?
Yes.
52. Does registration require document upload?
Yes—ID proof, photo, signature, 10+2 proof.
53. Is Aadhaar mandatory?
Not mandatory but recommended.
54. Can I change the xexamsession after registration?
No, after deadlines.
55. Are registration windows flexible?
No.
F. EXAM ENROLLMENT (56–65)
56. What are the exam enrollment dates for June?
1 March – 7 April (Normal fee)
8–20 April (Late fee)
57. Enrollment dates for February?
1 Nov – 7 Dec / 8–20 Dec
58. Enrollment dates for October?
1 July – 7 Aug / 8–20 Aug
59. Can the exam fee be paid through UPI?
Yes.
60. Can exam enrollment be corrected later?
Limited corrections may be allowed.
61. Is a late fee mandatory after the last date?
Yes.
62. Can the exam be postponed?
No personal postponement.
63. Can CSEET be given multiple times?
Yes.
64. Are exam centres allotted?
Yes, you must select from the available centres.
65. Can the centre be changed later?
Usually not.
G. NEW EXAM PATTERN (66–80)
66. How many papers are subjective?
Three papers are subjective.
67. Which papers are subjective?
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Business Communication
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Fundamentals of Accounting
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Economic & Business Environment
68. Which paper is OMR-based?
Business Laws & Management (60 + 40 marks).
69. What is the duration of each subjective paper?
3 hours each.
70. What is the duration of the OMR paper?
2 hours.
71. Is there negative marking?
No.
72. Is the OMR paper conducted last?
Yes, on the fourth day.
73. Is the exam conducted for 4 consecutive days?
Yes, one paper per day.
74. Are questions descriptive in subjective papers?
Yes.
75. Are diagrams/tables allowed?
Yes, wherever relevant.
76. Will answer sheets be physical?
Yes, written on paper.
77. Will the OMR sheet be provided?
Yes, standard OMR sheet.
78. Is handwriting important?
Legibility is important.
79. Are calculators allowed?
Allowed as per ICSI guidelines (usually basic calculators).
80. Will the syllabus be uploaded separately?
Yes, ICSI will release it soon.
H. PASSING CRITERIA (81–90)
81. What are the minimum passing marks per paper?
40% per paper.
82. What is the overall passing percentage?
50% aggregate.
83. Is there any exemption in any paper?
No exemptions allowed.
84. Can marks be carried forward?
No.
85. Is rechecking allowed?
Yes—Verification of Marks (VOM) available.
86. Time limit for VOM application?
Within 21 days ofthe result.
87. Time for certified copy application?
Within 30 days.
88. How long does VOM processing take?
30 days from application.
89. Are revaluation requests entertained?
Only verification, not full revaluation.
90. Is RTI allowed for answer copies?
Yes, under the RTI Act 2005.
I. RESULTS & VALIDITY (91–100)
91. When are February results declared?
Last week of March.
92. When are June results declared?
Last week of July.
93. When are the October results declared?
Last week of November.
94. What is the mode of the result?
Online only.
95. Is a physical marksheet issued?
No—only E-marksheet.
96. What is the validity of the CSEET result?
1 year.
97. What if the result validity expires?
You must reappear for CSEET.
98. What is the validity of registration?
3 years.
99. Can validity be extended?
No, re-registration required.
100. Can students appear again to improve their marks?
Yes, but improvement is not mandatory—passing is enough.
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