The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has extended the registration deadline for its flagship 'Corporate Mitra' Course for eligible candidates from the North Eastern States.
According to an announcement made by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, graduates from the North East can now register for the course until August 14, 2026, or until all 300 available seats are filled, whichever occurs earlier.

Opportunity for North Eastern Graduates
The extension has been granted to enable more eligible graduates from the North Eastern States to benefit from the initiative and build expertise in corporate and regulatory compliance matters.
The Corporate Mitra programme has been designed to create a skilled workforce capable of assisting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in meeting various regulatory and compliance requirements. The initiative is expected to strengthen the compliance ecosystem for small businesses while also creating employment and professional opportunities for young graduates.
How to Register
Interested candidates can register through the SWAYAM Plus Portal. The registration facility is also accessible through:
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) Portal
- The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
- The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI)
- The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI)
Eligible applicants are advised to complete their registration within the extended timeline, as admissions will close once the 300-seat capacity is reached.
Objective of the Corporate Mitra Course
The Corporate Mitra Course seeks to develop trained professionals who can support MSMEs in complying with corporate, legal and regulatory requirements. With compliance becoming increasingly important for businesses, the programme aims to bridge the knowledge gap and provide practical support to enterprises while creating new career pathways for graduates.
Key Highlights
- Registration deadline extended for North Eastern Region candidates.
- New last date: August 14, 2026.
- Admission limited to 300 seats.
- Registration closes earlier if all seats are filled.
- Applications can be submitted through the SWAYAM Plus Portal, MCA Portal, ICAI, ICSI and ICMAI portals.
- Programme aims to create a skilled cadre to support MSME regulatory compliance.
Graduates from the North Eastern States who wish to build expertise in corporate compliance and contribute to the MSME sector should take advantage of the extended registration window before seats are exhausted.