
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has commenced the registration process for the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) for the June 2026 session. Candidates seeking admission to the Company Secretaries programme must apply for the entrance examination through the designated ICSI portals. The CSEET June 2026 examination is scheduled to be conducted from June 1 to June 4, 2026.
The registration window for the June 2026 session requires candidates to complete both the initial application and subsequent examination enrolment within the prescribed timelines:
| Event | Date |
| Start of CSEET June 2026 registration | December 16, 2025 |
| Last date to apply (Registration) | February 15, 2026 |
| Exam enrolment without late fee | March 1 to April 7, 2026 |
| Exam enrolment with late fee | April 8 to April 20, 2026 |
| CSEET June 2026 examination | June 1 to June 4, 2026 |
Click on this direct link for CSEET June 2026 Registration
Candidates must keep the following documents ready in digital format (soft copy) before initiating the online registration process:
Candidate’s latest Photograph.
Candidate’s Signature.
Date of Birth Certificate (Proof of Age, typically the Class 10 Pass Certificate).
10+2 (Senior Secondary) Pass Certificate/Mark Sheet.
Identity Proof (Aadhar Card, Passport, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving Licence).
Category Certificate (for fee concession claims, if applicable).
Exemption proof (if applying for direct admission to the CS Executive Programme).
ICSI mandates specific technical requirements for uploading documents:
Acceptable File Types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, bmp, and pdf.
Maximum File Size: 2 MB for most documents.
Scanned Photo: File size should be between 20kb to 50kb.
Scanned Signature: File size should be between 10kb to 20kb.
The application process must be completed online through the dedicated ICSI portal:
Visit the Official Portal: Go to the ICSI student portal at smash.icsi.edu.
Fill Registration Form: Enter all personal, contact, and academic details in the CSEET June 2026 application form.
Upload Documents: Upload the required documents ensuring they adhere to the specified file size and format.
Review and Submit: Thoroughly review the entire application for accuracy before final submission.
Fee Payment: Pay the registration fee of ₹7,500 online using debit/credit card or net banking to complete the initial registration.
The fee structure is divided into two parts:
CSEET Registration Fee: ₹7,500 (This fee is mandatory for all registering candidates and includes the Student Induction Programme and online classes).
Examination Fee: ₹1,500 per session (This must be paid separately during the exam enrolment window between March 1 and April 7, 2026).
Fee concessions are available for certain reserved and special categories, which are applied to the base registration amount.
Candidates who have passed the Class 12 examination or are appearing in the Class 12 examination are eligible to register for CSEET. There is no upper age limit.
Candidates belonging to the following categories are exempt from appearing in the CSEET and can take direct admission to the CS Executive Programme:
Candidates who have successfully passed the ICSI Foundation Programme.
Candidates who have cleared the final examinations of the ICAI (Chartered Accountants of India).
Candidates who have cleared the final examinations of the ICMAI (Cost Accountants of India).
Graduates with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
Any individual holding a postgraduate degree.
The examination is conducted for a total of 200 marks, with 50 marks allotted to each of the four papers:
| Paper | Subject Name | Marks | Duration |
| Paper 1 | Business Communication | 50 | 2 Hours (Total) |
| Paper 2 | Fundamentals of Accounting | 50 | |
| Paper 3 | Economic and Business Environment | 50 | |
| Paper 4 | Business Laws and Management | 50 | |
| Total | 200 Marks |
The restructured syllabus for the June 2026 session aims to align the course content with the contemporary demands of the corporate world, focusing on practical application and updated legal frameworks.
Business Communication: Covers effective written and oral communication, elements of language, drafting official correspondence (e.g., circulars, notices, minutes), and leveraging digital communication tools.
Fundamentals of Accounting: Provides a solid grounding in basic accounting principles, capital and revenue expenditure, final accounts of a sole proprietor, and an introduction to computerized accounting systems.
Economic and Business Environment: Explores macro and microeconomic concepts, the current Indian economic landscape, the role of key financial institutions (like RBI and SEBI), and the factors defining the business environment.
Business Laws and Management: Focuses on foundational laws essential for business, including principles of the Indian Contract Act and the Sale of Goods Act, alongside core management functions like planning, organising, and leadership.
Direct PDF link for the revised syllabus
After the initial registration is completed, candidates must ensure they meet the final deadlines for the following:
Exam Enrolment: Paying the separate examination fee of ₹1,500 to secure their seat for the June 2026 test.
Admit Card: Downloading the mandatory CSEET Admit Card from the official ICSI website, which is typically released 10-15 days prior to the examination date.