CA Intermediate September 2026 Exam Begins Tomorrow; Check Exam Day Guidelines at icai.org

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) will begin the CA Intermediate September 2026 Examination tomorrow, September 1, 2026, with the schedule and guidelines published on its official website, icai.org. Candidates registered for this session will undertake the examinations in an offline, pen-and-paper format, continuing until September 12, 2026. This examination is a critical step for students aspiring to qualify in accounting, auditing, taxation, finance, and business advisory, paving their way into the Chartered Accountancy profession.

The September 2026 attempt marks a significant period for thousands of aspirants who completed their course registration by May 1, 2026, and after that submitted their examination forms. All papers across both groups will be conducted in a single afternoon session, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, ensuring a standardized examination environment for all participants.

Ca Intermediate September 2026 Exam Schedule

The CA Intermediate September 2026 examinations are structured to cover both Group I and Group II papers over a twelve-day period. Group I Paper I is scheduled for September 1, 2026, followed by Paper II on September 3, 2026, and Paper III on September 6, 2026. Group II examinations will commence with Paper I on September 8, 2026, Paper II on September 10, 2026, and conclude with Paper III on September 12, 2026. The detailed schedule was made available on icai.org by the ICAI.

Candidates are advised to adhere strictly to the examination timings, as all papers will be held from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The offline, pen-and-paper mode necessitates careful attention to instructions provided on the admit card and at the examination centers. The admit card for the CA Intermediate September 2026 exams is available for download on the ICAI SSP portal, and candidates must carry it to the examination hall.

Ca Intermediate September 2026: Important Dates

The application process for the CA Intermediate September 2026 examinations commenced in July, with specific deadlines for submission of forms. Candidates had a window to apply without a late fee, followed by a period for submissions with an additional charge. An examination form correction window was also provided to allow candidates to rectify any errors in their applications.

Ca Intermediate September 2026 Examination Fees

The examination fee structure for the CA Intermediate September 2026 attempt varied based on the number of groups opted for and the examination center location. For candidates appearing at an Indian center, the fee for a single group or unit was ₹1500. Those opting for both groups or unit 2 at an Indian center paid ₹2700. These fees were applicable during the initial application period.

A late fee was imposed for submissions made after the specified deadline. Indian and Nepalese students incurred a late fee of ₹600, while overseas candidates were charged US$10. These charges were in addition to the standard examination fees and were part of the application process that concluded in July 2026.

How to Access Ca Intermediate September 2026 Admit Card

Candidates preparing for the CA Intermediate September 2026 examinations must download their admit cards from the official ICAI SSP portal. The admit card is a mandatory document for entry into the examination hall and contains crucial details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, examination center, and specific guidelines.

1. Go to the official ICAI SSP portal.
2. Log in using your registration ID and password.
3. Navigate to the ‘Admit Card’ section.
4. Click on the link for ‘CA Intermediate September 2026 Admit Card’.
5. Verify all details on the admit card carefully.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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