ICAI Reopens Application Window for CA Final November 2026 Examination from 1st August: Check Last Dates, Fee & More

In a significant update for Chartered Accountancy aspirants, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has decided to reopen the online application window for the CA Final November 2026 Examination on 1st August 2026. The last date to apply will be 5th August 2026. The original window for CA Final November 2026 exam registration closed from 4-19 July 2026. Applicants can complete their registration at official ICAI e-Services portal at icai.org. This decision comes as a major relief to several students who missed the earlier registration deadlines due to technical difficulties, delayed results, or personal circumstances.

CA Final November 2026 Application: Full Schedule

The table below outlines the complete registration schedule, including the initial timeline and the revised application dates for the November 2026 term:

Who Can Apply During the Reopened ICAI CA Final Application Window?

Candidates looking to apply during this extended period must meet specific criteria defined by ICAI:

• CA Intermediate Passouts: Must have successfully cleared both groups or the required syllabus of the CA Intermediate examination.

• Active Course Registration: Must be duly registered under the Final Course with the ICAI Self Service Portal (SSP).

• Practical Training (Articleship): Must have completed or be on track to complete the mandatory articleship period within the timeline set by the Institute.

• Mandatory Training Courses: Must have completed Advanced Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills (Advanced ICITSS) and other mandatory modules as applicable.

• Missed Initial Deadline: Eligible students who were unable to submit their exam form before the previous July 22 cutoff.

How to Fill ICAI CA Final November 2026 Exam Form?

Aspirants can follow these step-by-step instructions to fill out their application form online:

1. Visit the ICAI Self Service Portal (SSP).
2. Log in using your SSP User ID and password.
3. Select the CA Final November 2026 examination form option (once activated).
4. Verify personal details and enter required exam preferences.
5. Upload documents, if required, as per ICAI guidelines.
6. Pay the applicable examination fee through online payment modes.
7. Download and save the submitted application form and payment receipt.

ICAI CA Final November 2026 Application Fee and Late Fee Details

The exam fee varies based on the group selection and exam center location. Candidates registering during the reopened window must pay the standard exam fee along with applicable late fees.

Documents Required for ICAI CA Final Exam Form Submission

Applicants should keep soft copies of the following documents prepared before starting their application process:

• Scanned copy of the passport-size photograph (clear background).

• Scanned copy of the candidate’s signature on a white background.

• Signed scanned copy of the Certificate of Service (attested for articleship completion).

• CA Final Registration Proof / SSP Dashboard screenshot.

• Category Certificate (for SC/ST, OBC, or Differently Abled candidates, if claiming concessions).

• Valid Government Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, or PAN Card).

ICAI CA Final November 2026 Exam Dates and Schedule

The CA Final November 2026 examinations will be conducted offline (paper-pencil mode) across various centers in India and abroad. The complete examination schedule is as follows:

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