Four days remain to submit ICAI CA January 2027 exam forms. Foundation and Intermediate candidates must file by November 16, 2026, 23:59 IST. Late fee applies from November 17 to November 19, 23:59 IST. A free correction window runs November 20–22 between 10:00 and 23:59 IST. Avoid deadline traffic by completing the form during low‑load hours.
Act now if you satisfy the January session eligibility cut‑offs. Foundation registration should be done by September 1, 2026, with Class 12 proof uploaded. Intermediate requires eight months of study by January 1, 2027. That means registering on or before May 1, 2026, under the new scheme. Ensure a valid Self Service Portal login and updated profile before applying.
ICAI CA January 2027 exam form: last dates and timing
Online exam forms opened November 3, 2026, at 10:00 IST on the portal. Submit by November 16 without late fee, or by November 19 with late fee. Both deadlines close at 23:59 IST. Use a stable connection and avoid peak hours to prevent payment failures. Always preview city and medium before paying.
ICAI CA January 2027 exam form fees and late fee
ICAI levies a uniform late fee of Rs 600 for India and Nepal centres. International centres charge US $10 as late fee. Base exam fees vary by course and group, detailed below. Plan payments early to handle bank limits and avoid gateway timeouts.
| Course (India) | Without late fee | With late fee |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | Rs 1,500 | Rs 2,100 |
| Intermediate – Single Group | Rs 1,500 | Rs 2,100 |
| Intermediate – Both Groups | Rs 2,700 | Rs 3,300 |
How to apply on SSP for ICAI CA January 2027 exam form
Log in to the Self Service Portal and open Examination Forms. Choose Foundation or Intermediate, then select group, city, and medium. Upload compliant photo and signature, then pay online using available modes. Wait for confirmation, download the PDF, and keep a reprint copy. Do not open multiple sessions while filling the form.
Correction window for ICAI CA January 2027 exam form: what you can change
Made an error? Use the free correction window from November 20 to 22. Foundation candidates can change centre and medium during this window. Intermediate candidates can change centre, group, or medium. Access it from your dashboard on the Self Service Portal. There is no second, paid correction window afterward.
Photo and signature specs for ICAI CA January 2027 exam form
Most rejections arise from poor images or wrong sizes. Keep the photo 4.5 cm by 3.5 cm, 20–50 KB, with white background. Ensure 80% face visibility, no selfies, and clear contrast. Signature must be 6 cm by 2 cm, 10–20 KB, in black ink. Upload these on the portal before opening the exam form.
Submit early and verify details instead of racing against the clock. Complete payment before November 16 to avoid the late fee. Use November 20–22 to fix centre, group, or medium, if needed. Keep the acknowledgment PDF handy for helpline support and future admit card tracking.
