CS Professional December 2026 Time Table (Out): Exam Dates, Subject-wise Schedule & PDF

The ICSI CS Professional Time Table for the December 2026 session has been officially announced by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). The date sheet includes the examination dates, subject-wise schedule, paper timings, and elective paper details for both Group 1 and Group 2 candidates.

The December 2026 CS Professional Exam will be conducted in offline mode over eight days, with 25 December 2026 (Friday) observed as No Examination Day.

CS Professional December 2026 Exam Highlights

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has released the CS Professional December 2026 Time Table for the December session. Here is an overview of the CS Professional December 2026 time table given below:

CS Professional December 2026 Schedule PDF

Candidates can download the official CS Professional Schedule PDF from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) website.

Download CS Professional December 2026 Time Table PDF

CS Professional December 2026 Exam Dates (Subject-wise Schedule)

The examinations will be conducted from 21 December to 28 December 2026 in a single afternoon shift from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM. Candidates can now check the complete CS Professional December 2026 Exam Dates, subject-wise schedule, paper timings, and download the official CS Professional Schedule PDF from the ICSI website.

Elective Subjects for CS Professional December 2026

Candidates appearing for the CS Professional December 2026 examination must select one elective subject from the options prescribed by ICSI for their respective group. These elective papers are conducted as Open Book Examinations, allowing students to choose a subject aligned with their career interests and specialization. 

Group 2 Elective Paper (27 December 2026)

Candidates must choose one of the following open-book subjects:

• Arbitration, Mediation and Conciliation

• Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Corporate Tax Planning

• Labour Laws and Practice

• Banking and Insurance – Laws and Practice

• Insolvency and Bankruptcy – Law and Practice

Group 1 Elective Paper (28 December 2026)

Candidates can opt for one of the following:

• CSR and Social Governance

• Internal and Forensic Audit

• Intellectual Property Rights – Law and Practice

• Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics and Cyber Security – Laws and Practice

• Advanced Direct Tax Laws and Practice

• IFSCA – Regulations, Listings and Compliances

CS Professional Paper Timings

The CS Professional Paper Timings remain the same for all papers.

ICSI has also granted 15 minutes of additional reading time before the commencement of the examination to enable candidates to read the question paper carefully.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Reach the examination centre well before the reporting time.

• Carry your ICSI Admit Card and a valid photo ID proof.

• Utilize the 15-minute reading period effectively.

• Verify your elective paper and examination centre in advance.

• Follow all examination guidelines issued by ICSI.

Preparation Tips for December 2026 CS Professional Exam

• Follow the CS Professional Date Sheet while planning your revision.

• Prioritize Group 1 and Group 2 subjects according to your exam dates.

• Practice previous years' papers and mock tests.

• Revise amendments applicable to the December 2026 session.

• Allocate additional time for open-book elective paper preparation.