ICSI Dec 2026 Exam: Last Date to Register for CSEET, CS Executive & CS Professional (Complete Date Guide)

If you are planning to appear in the CS December 2026 examination, knowing the correct registration, training, and exam form deadlines is crucial. Many students lose attempts simply because they confuse registration dates with exam enrollment dates.

This blog explains all important last dates for CSEET, CS Executive, and CS Professional, strictly relevant to the December 2026 session, as notified by ICSI.

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🔰 CSEET – Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test

📘 About CSEET (Restructured Pattern)

From 2026 onwards, CSEET has been restructured to strengthen students’ conceptual clarity and professional aptitude. The revised format includes:

Updated syllabus aligned with corporate and regulatory needs
Subjective + OMR-based assessment
Strong foundation for CS Executive & Professional stages

🎓 Student Induction Programme (SIP)

SIP is mandatory and included at the time of CSEET registration
SIP must be completed before moving ahead in the CS course structure

🗓️ CSEET Registration – Last Date (Relevant for Dec 2026 Pathway)

Last date to register for CSEET (October 2026 session): 31 May 2026
Passing CSEET in this window allows eligibility for CS Executive admission for December 2026

⚠️ CSEET result is valid for one year only, so timely registration is essential

📝 CSEET Exam Form (Enrollment) – October 2026 Session

Without late fee: 1 July 2026 – 7 August 2026
With late fee: 8 August 2026 – 20 August 2026

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📚 CS Executive Programme – December 2026

To appear in the CS Executive December 2026 exam, students must complete three stages:

Registration (Admission)
TDOP & Pre-Exam Test
Exam Form submission

🗓️ CS Executive Registration – Last Date

For both modules: 31 May 2026
For single module: 31 July 2026

👉 Registration date decides eligibility; it is different from exam form submission.

🏫 TDOP – Training, Development & Orientation Programme

TDOP completion is mandatory before exam form submission
Students must complete TDOP within the timelines prescribed by ICSI for December 2026 eligibility.

📝 Pre-Examination Test – Last Date

Pre-Exam Test must be cleared before applying for the exam form
Applicable to both Executive and Professional levels.

🧾 CS Executive Exam Form – December 2026

Start date: 26 August 2026
Last date without late fee: 25 September 2026
Last date with late fee: 10 October 2026.

🎓 CS Professional Programme – December 2026

After clearing the S Executive, students can register for the CS Professional for the December 2026 attempt.

🗓️ CS Professional Registration – Last Date

Both modules: 31 May 2026
Single module: 31 July 2026.

📝 Pre-Examination Test (Professional)

Mandatory before exam form submission
Non-completion makes the student ineligible for exam enrollment.

🧾 CS Professional Exam Form – December 2026

Start date: 26 August 2026
Last date without late fee: 25 September 2026
Last date with late fee: 10 October 2026.

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📌 Quick Summary: All Important Dates for December 2026

Programme	Particulars	Last Date
CSEET	Registration (Oct 2026 session)	31 May 2026
CS Executive	Registration (Both Modules)	31 May 2026
CS Executive	Registration (Single Module)	31 July 2026
CS Executive	Exam Form (No Late Fee)	25 Sept 2026
CS Executive	Exam Form (With Late Fee)	10 Oct 2026
CS Professional	Registration (Both Modules)	31 May 2026
CS Professional	Exam Form (No Late Fee)	25 Sept 2026
CS Professional	Exam Form (With Late Fee)	10 Oct 2026

✍️ Final Words for CS Aspirants

Registration ≠ Exam Form – missing either can cost your attempt
Complete the SIP, TDOP, and Pre-Exam Test well in advance
Mark September–October 2026 as critical for exam enrollment
Always plan backward from the exam form's last date, not the exam month

This guide is designed to help you secure your December 2026 CS attempt without confusion or last-minute panic.

CSEET – Entry Level (December 2026 Pathway)

Q1. What is CSEET, and why is it mandatory for CS Executive?

CSEET (Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test) is the compulsory entry-level examination for admission into the CS Executive Programme. It evaluates a student’s basic understanding of business communication, accounting, economic environment, and business laws, ensuring readiness for the Executive level.

Q2. Is CSEET compulsory for CS December 2026 aspirants?

Yes. Unless a student is eligible for direct exemption, clearing CSEET is mandatory to register for the CS Executive Programme for the December 2026 attempt.

Q3. What is the last date to register forthe CSEET relevant to the December 2026 exam?

The last date to register for CSEET (October 2026 session), which feeds into CS Executive December 2026 eligibility, is 31 May 2026.

Q4. What is the validity of the CSEET result for CS Executive registration?

The CSEET result is valid for one year from the date of declaration. Students must register for CS Executive within this validity period to appear for the December 2026 exam.

Q5. What is the Student Induction Programme (SIP) in CSEET?

SIP is a compulsory orientation programme included with CSEET registration. It introduces students to the CS course structure, ethics, and professional expectations and must be completed before advancing further.

Q6. Can a student skip SIP in CSEET?

No. SIP is mandatory and included in the CSEET registration process. Without completing SIP, students cannot proceed smoothly in the CS course.

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CS Executive – December 2026

Q7. What is the difference between CS Executive registration and the exam form?

CS Executive registration is admission into the programme, while the exam form (enrollment) is a separate process to appear in a specific exam session. Registration alone does not allow a student to write the exam.

Q8. What is the last date to register for CS Executive December 2026?

Both modules: 31 May 2026
Single module: 31 July 2026

Registering after these dates makes a student ineligible for the December 2026 exam.

Q9. Can I register for CS Executive after May 2026 and still appear in December 2026?

Yes, but only for one module, provided registration is completed by 31 July 2026.

Q10. What is TDOP in CS Executive?

TDOP (Training, Development & Orientation Programme) is a mandatory training requirement designed to develop professional skills and practical exposure before appearing for the CS Executive exam.

Q11. Is TDOP compulsory for the December 2026 CS Executive exam?

Yes. Without completing TDOP, students cannot submit the CS Executive exam form for December 2026.

Q12. What is the Pre-Examination Test in CS Executive?

The Pre-Examination Test is an online assessment conducted by ICSI to ensure minimum preparation standards before students are allowed to enroll for the exam.

Q13. What happens if I don’t complete the Pre-Exam Test?

Failure to complete the Pre-Exam Test makes a student ineligible to submit the exam form, even if registration and TDOP are completed.

Q14. When does the CS Executive exam form for December 2026 start?

The exam enrollment window for December 2026 opens on 26 August 2026.

Q15. What is the last date to submit the CS Executive exam form without a late fee?

The last date to submit the CS Executive exam form without a late fee is 25 September 2026.

Q16. What is the last date for the CS Executive exam form with a late fee?

With a late fee, the exam form can be submitted up to 10 October 2026.

CS Professional – December 2026

Q17. Who can register for the CS Professional December 2026?

Students who have cleared CS Executive and meet training and eligibility requirements can register for CS Professional for the December 2026 attempt.

Q18. What is the last date to register for the CS Professional December 2026?

Both modules: 31 May 2026
Single module: 31 July 2026

Q19. Is registration enough to appear for the CS Professional exam?

No. Registration must be followed by completion of:

Pre-Examination Test
Required training
Exam form submission

Q20. Is the Pre-Exam Test compulsory for CS Professional December 2026?

Yes. The Pre-Exam Test is mandatory before submitting the CS Professional exam form.

Q21. What is the CS Professional exam form's last date for December 2026?

Without late fee: 25 September 2026
With late fee: 10 October 2026

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Common & High-Search Student Queries

Q22. Can I appear in the December 2026 exam without registering on time?

No. Missing the registration cut-off automatically disqualifies a student from appearing in the December 2026 exam, regardless of preparation.

Q23. What happens if I miss the exam form deadline?

If the exam form is not submitted by 10 October 2026, the student will have to wait for the next examination session.

Q24. Are registration dates and enrollment dates the same?

No. Registration dates decide eligibility, while enrollment dates decide participation in the exam. Both must be complied with separately.

Q25. Can I change my exam centre after submitting the exam form?

Yes, but only within the prescribed change window, which closes before the examination.

Q26. Is a late fee applicable for the CS exam form?

Yes. Late fee applies after the normal deadline, but the final cut-off remains strict.

Q27. What is the safest strategy for December 2026 CS aspirants?

Register early, complete the SIP/TDOP/Pre-Exam Test well in advance, and submit the exam form before September 2026 to avoid last-minute issues.

Q28. Why do many students miss their CS attempt?

Most students miss attempts due to:

Confusing registration with the exam form
Ignoring training requirements
Waiting till the last dates

Q29. Is the December 2026 attempt affected by the June 2026 changes?

No. December 2026 has its own independent cut-off dates and eligibility rules.

Q30. Where should students focus first for December 2026?

Students should first secure eligibility by completing:

CSEET (if applicable)
Executive/Professional registration
Mandatory training

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