ICAI CA Foundation January 2027 mock test series 1 and 2 dates announced: register for physical mode

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) announced the dates for the CA Foundation January 2027 Mock Test Papers Series 1 and 2 on October 21, 2026. These mock tests are designed to simulate the actual examination environment, providing candidates with an opportunity to practice with a marking scheme and answer key before the main CA Foundation attempt.

The mock tests will be conducted in both physical and virtual modes, allowing flexibility for aspirants. The CA Foundation January 2027 exams are slated for January 3, 5, 7, and 9, 2027, making these mock tests a crucial preparatory step for thousands of students aiming to clear the foundation level.

Ca Foundation January 2027 Mock Test Schedule and Access

The ICAI has scheduled Series I of the CA Foundation January 2027 mock tests to commence on December 1, 2026, with Series II following on December 14, 2026. For students who choose to appear for the mock tests in physical mode, registration is mandatory on the BoS MTP portal at bosmtp.icai.org, followed by contacting their respective ICAI branch or regional office.

Question papers for both series of mock tests will be made available on the BoS Knowledge Portal, boslive.icai.org, and through the ICAI BoS mobile application. These papers will be uploaded by 1:30 PM on the scheduled day of each test. Answer keys for the mock tests will be released within 48 hours of the paper’s start time, enabling students to evaluate their performance effectively.

Ca Foundation January 2027 Exam Dates and Timings

The CA Foundation January 2027 examinations are set to take place across four specific dates in January 2027. The ICAI confirmed this date sheet on September 23, 2026. Papers 1 and 2 will have a duration of three hours, while Papers 3 and 4 will be two hours long.

All papers for the CA Foundation January 2027 exams are scheduled to begin at 2 PM. Papers 1 and 2, which are descriptive, will conclude at 5 PM. Papers 3 and 4, consisting of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), will conclude at 4 PM. For Papers 3 and 4, a correct answer will fetch +1 mark, while an incorrect answer will result in a deduction of 1/4 mark.

Application Process and Fees for January 2027 Exam

The application window for the CA Foundation January 2027 examination is scheduled to open on November 3, 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application forms by November 16, 2026, to avoid late fees. A late fee of ₹600 will be applicable for forms submitted between November 17 and November 19, 2026, which is the final deadline.

Following the application period, a correction window for the exam form will be available from November 20 to November 22, 2026. The admit card for the CA Foundation January 2027 exam is anticipated to be released in December 2026, approximately ten days before the commencement of the examinations. The results for the January 2027 attempt are expected to be declared in March 2027.

Further reading

• JEE Main 2027: Register now; exams begin last week of January
• XAT 2027 official mock test 3 schedule released: take it on October 31 or November 1
• NIFT 2027 application form released: apply by November 16, written test on January 10
• NMAT 2026: Register by Oct 10, schedule test by Oct 22
• SLAT 2027 mock test link activates October 9: check exam pattern

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