The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially commenced the registration process for the CA May 2026 examinations across all three levels — Foundation, Intermediate and Final. Aspiring Chartered Accountancy candidates can now log in to the ICAI e-services portal to complete their online applications for the May session exams.
CA May 2026 Registration Window and Deadlines
The online application window for the CA May 2026 session opened on 3 March 2026. Candidates seeking to appear in one or more levels of the Chartered Accountancy examinations must complete the form submission within the deadlines set by the ICAI. Here are the key form submission dates based on the ICAI schedule:
- Registration Begins: 3 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply Without Late Fee: 16 March 2026 (by 11:59 PM)
- Last Date to Apply With Late Fee: 19 March 2026 (by 11:59 PM)
- Correction Window: 20 March – 22 March 2026
Candidates who fail to submit their forms within the regular deadline can still apply by paying the prescribed late fee before 19 March 2026.
Who Can Apply and Eligibility Overview?
Registration is open for candidates who wish to sit in the CA May 2026 exams:
- Foundation: For graduates and current Class 12/12th pass students meeting ICAI criteria.
- Intermediate: For candidates who have cleared the Foundation or equivalent.
- Final: For candidates who have passed both groups of the Intermediate exam and completed mandatory training requirements.
Before registering, candidates are advised to check the eligibility conditions on the ICAI website and ensure their course or registration status is up to date, especially for Intermediate and Final level aspirants.
How to Register for CA May 2026 Exams?
To complete the CA May 2026 registration process:
- Visit the ICAI e-services portal at eservices.icai.org.
- Log in with your ICAI registration credentials (or create an account if new).
- Select the appropriate form for Foundation, Intermediate or Final exam.
- Fill in the personal and academic details accurately.
- Upload scanned documents such as photo and signature per specifications.
- Pay the application fee based on your chosen level and category.
- Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Ensure all details are entered correctly, as mistakes may require use of the correction window before the final deadline.
Next Steps After Registration
After successful form submission, candidates should:
- Monitor the admit card release dates on the ICAI portal.
- Note down the exam dates and allotted centres once published.
- Prepare according to the exam pattern and syllabus for their respective level.
The ICAI May 2026 session exams are scheduled to take place between May and June 2026 with exact dates released in the official calendar. Candidates who have registered early can utilise the extra time to plan revision and mock tests ahead of the examination period.