ICAI Releases Eligibility Criteria for CA Foundation & Intermediate September 2026 Exams

Last updated: 07 July 2026


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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the eligibility criteria for the September 2026 CA Foundation and Intermediate examinations. Students must ensure their details on the Self Service Portal (SSP) are accurate, including course registration, photograph, and signature, before submitting exam forms. Key deadlines include registering for Foundation by 1 May 2026 and Intermediate by 1 January 2026 to meet the mandatory study period.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has issued an important notification outlining the eligibility requirements for candidates intending to appear in the CA Foundation and Intermediate examinations scheduled for September 2026. Students have been advised to verify their records on
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FAQ :

For the CA Foundation exam in September 2026, registration must be completed by 1 May 2026. Candidates must also have appeared in Class 12 exams and uploaded their admit card by April 2026, or have passed Class 12 and uploaded the mark sheet.

To be eligible for the CA Intermediate exam in September 2026, candidates must be registered for the Intermediate Course on or before 1 January 2026, ensuring they complete the mandatory eight-month study period by 1 September 2026.

The SSP is the ICAI's online portal where students must verify and update their profile details, including course registration, photograph, and signature. It is crucial for the smooth submission of examination forms.

Yes, if your SSP dashboard does not show the prescribed course codes (Intermediate: NEWINT23, CONINT23; Foundation: NEWFND23, CONFND23), you must convert to the new scheme via the SSP portal. There is no conversion fee.

Photographs must have a white background, clear facial visibility, and not be selfies. Signatures must be made with a black pen on white paper. Both must meet ICAI's specified size, format, and quality standards.




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