Dates of the 2026 CA Final Exam: On December 12, 2025, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) formally released the exam schedule for the CA Final May 2026 session. The announcement states that the tests would take place from May 2 to May 12, 2026.

There will be two groups for the CA Final May 2026 exams. According to the dates provided by ICAI, Group I papers are planned for May 2, 4, and 6, 2026, while Group II papers will take place on May 8, 10, and 12. Candidates who intend to take the test can review the comprehensive exam schedule and other details in this post below.

CA Final Exam Dates 2026 Overview

ICAI CA Final Exam Dates 2026 Overview
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ICAI CA Final Exam Dates 2026 Overview
Particulars Details
Organization The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Exam Name CA Final Exam
Frequency of Conduct 3 times a year
CA Final Exam Date 2026 Start from 2nd May 2026
Exam Level National Level Exam
Languages English
Mode of Application Online
Mode of Exam Offline
Exam Duration 3 Hours
Official Website icai.org

CA Final Exam May 2026 Important Dates

CA Final Exam May 2026
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CA Final Exam May 2026
Particulars May 2026
Last date to register with the Board of studies (BOS) Open throughout the year
CA Final Exam Form Open March 3, 2026
CA Final Exam Form Deadline without Late Fee March 16, 2026
CA Final Exam Form Deadline with Late fee (of Rs. 600) March 19, 2026
CA Final Exam Form Correction window March 20 - March 22, 2026
CA Final Admit Card 15 days before exam
CA Final 2026 Exam Date
  • Group I: 2nd, 4th & 6th May 2026
  • Group II: 8th, 10th & 12th May 2026
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CA Final Exam Dates May 2026

Refer to the table below to check the subject-wise schedule for the upcoming ICAI CA Final Exams in May 2026. Reviewing the specific exam dates for each subject will help you plan your preparation strategically and stay well-organized throughout the exam period.

ICAI CA Final Exam Dates May 2026
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ICAI CA Final Exam Dates May 2026
CA Final Subjects Exam Dates Exam Timings
Group I Paper 1: Financial Reporting 2nd May 2026 2 PM to 5 PM
Paper 2: Advanced Financial Management 4th May 2026 2 PM to 5 PM
Paper 3: Advanced Auditing & Professional Ethics 6th May 2026 2 PM to 5 PM
Group II Paper 4: Direct Tax Laws and International Taxation 8th May 2026 2 PM to 5 PM
Paper 5: Indirect Tax Laws 10th May 2026 2 PM to 5 PM
Paper 6: Multi-disciplinary Case Study with Strategic Management 12th May 2026 2 PM to 6 PM

CA Final Exam Form and Correction Window May 2026

Important dates for the CA Final May 2026 exams have been released by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). There is no late fee for submitting the online exam application form between March 3, 2026, and March 16, 2026. Candidates may still apply after this period until March 19, 2026, however there will be a late fee. From March 20, 2026, until March 22, 2026, there will be a specific adjustment window for modifications to the exam city or medium.

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CA Final Exam Form Fees 2026

Use the online payment method on the ICAI website to pay for the CA Final exam form fees. Depending on how many groups you are appearing for, make sure to review and adhere to the fees listed. Keep yourself informed on the most recent dates for the May 2026 CA Final Exam to ensure a seamless procedure. For comprehensive information on CA Final Exam Form Fees, see the table below:

CA Final Exam Form Fees
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CA Final Exam Form Fees
For Indian Centre(s)
Single Group INR 1,800
Both Groups INR 3,300
For Overseas Centre(s) – Excluding Kathmandu and Bhutan Centres
Single Group USD 325
Both Groups USD 550
For Kathmandu and Bhutan Centres
Single Group INR 2,200
Both Groups INR 4,000

CA Final Admit Card May 2026

About 15 days prior to the test, ICAI is expected to post the admission cards for the May 2026 CA Final exams on its official website. The admit card will contain important details including the exam dates, location, and candidate information. Please be advised that admittance cards are not sent; instead, they must be obtained online from the ICAI website. Candidates are permitted a maximum of three download attempts. Make sure you download and bring your CA Final Admit Card to avoid any issues on test day.

CA Final Result 2026

Expect the CA Final Result for May 2026 to be announced by ICAI, approximately one month after the last exam date. To access your results, make sure you have your roll number or registration number handy. Alternatively, you can opt for receiving results via SMS or email. Stay prepared to check your performance and outcomes effectively.

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