ICAI CA Final November 2026 Application Window: Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the reopening of the application window for the CA Final November 2026 Examination. Candidates who were unable to submit their examination forms during the earlier registration period can now apply between August 1 and August 5, 2026, through the official ICAI e-Services portal.
The additional application window has been introduced to facilitate eligible candidates who missed the previous deadline. Applicants are advised to complete the registration process and pay the prescribed examination fee within the stipulated period, as no further extension has been announced.
According to the latest update, the online application portal for the CA Final November 2026 Examination will remain open from August 1, 2026, to August 5, 2026. During this period, eligible candidates can submit their examination forms online through the ICAI e-Services portal.
ICAI has advised applicants to avoid waiting until the last date for submission, as increased traffic on the portal may result in delays or technical difficulties.
The institute confirmed the reopening of the application window through its official X (formerly Twitter) handle. In its announcement, ICAI stated:
"CA Final November 2026 examination application window will be re-opened from 1st August, 2026 to 5th August, 2026. Detailed Announcement will follow."
A comprehensive notification containing additional guidelines and instructions is expected to be released by the institute shortly.
| Event | Date |
| Online application process commenced | July 6, 2026 |
| Last date to apply without late fee | July 19, 2026 |
| Last date to apply with late fee | July 22, 2026 |
| Reopened application window | August 1 to August 5, 2026 |
The reopened registration period provides another opportunity for candidates who were unable to complete the application process during the initial schedule.
The reopened application facility is intended for candidates who are eligible to appear for the CA Final November 2026 Examination but have not yet submitted their examination forms. Before applying, candidates should verify that they satisfy all eligibility requirements prescribed by ICAI.
Candidates can submit their examination application by following these steps:
Visit the official ICAI e-Services portal.
Sign in using your registered login credentials.
New applicants should complete the registration process before proceeding.
Select the CA Final November 2026 Examination Application Form.
Enter the required personal, academic and communication details.
Upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format.
Review the application carefully before submission.
Pay the applicable examination fee using the available online payment options.
Submit the completed application form.
Download and retain the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before beginning the application process:
ICAI registration credentials
Recent passport-size photograph
Scanned signature
Valid government-issued photo identity proof
Academic and course-related details
Debit card, credit card, net banking or other online payment facility for examination fee payment
Candidates should ensure that all information entered in the application form is accurate before final submission. Incorrect or incomplete details may affect the examination process. Applicants are also advised to retain a copy of the submitted application form and fee payment receipt for future use.
ICAI is expected to release a detailed notification regarding the reopened application window in the coming days. Candidates should regularly visit the official ICAI website and monitor the institute's official communication channels for updates regarding the examination schedule, admit card release and other important announcements related to the CA Final November 2026 Examination.