It is anticipated that the January session's ICAI CA Foundation Admit Card 2026 would be made available in December 2025. The exact date of the hall ticket release has not yet been confirmed by the ICAI, however it is expected to occur approximately 15 days prior to the start of the exam. On January 18, 2026, the CA Foundation January 2026 tests are expected to begin.

After successfully registering, students can use their login information to get their admission cards from the ICAI SSP portal. On all exam days, the admit card must be printed and brought to the testing location; digital versions will not be permitted.

How to Download ICAI CA Foundation Admit Card 2026?

The sole way to access the CA Foundation Admit Card 2026 will be online. Candidates need to sign into their registered accounts in order to access it. To obtain the CA Foundation January 2026 admit card from the official ICAI website, take the actions listed below:

  • Go to eservices.icai.org to access the ICAI e-services portal.
  • Click on the "Foundation Admit Card" link.
  • Enter your password and registration ID to log in.
  • Choose the CA Foundation Admit Card option.
  • Take two printouts of the admission card after downloading it for your records.

How to Get Your CA Foundation Admit Card 2026 Password Back
The procedures listed below make it simple for candidates to reset their ICAI login password if they forget it:

  • Go to the ICAI login page and select the "Forgot Password?" option.
  • A new window with many password recovery techniques will open.
  • Select any of the choices listed below:

Option A: Use email to retrieve your password Enter your email address or mobile number, or respond to the security question.

Option B: Use your date of birth, registration number, and security question and answer to retrieve your password.

Option C: Use your PIN, bar code, and registration number to recover your password.

ICAI Exam 2026 Dates & Schedule

CA Foundation Exam Dates
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Dates Upcoming Exam Dates
03 Nov '25 – 16 Nov '25 CA Foundation registration Jan 2026
17 Nov '25 – 19 Nov '25 CA Foundation registration Jan 2026 (with late fee)
20 Nov '25 – 22 Nov '25 CA Foundation registration Jan 2026 correction window
18 Jan '26 CA Foundation Jan 2026 Paper 1
20 Jan '26 CA Foundation Jan 2026 Paper 2
22 Jan '26 CA Foundation Jan 2026 Paper 3
24 Jan '26 CA Foundation Jan 2026 Paper 4

Details Mentioned in ICAI CA Foundation Admit Card 2026

Each candidate's ICAI CA Foundation Admit Card 2026 will contain the following information. Candidates must get in touch with the exam helpdesk right once if they see any inconsistencies or mistakes so that the appropriate adjustments can be made.

  • Name
  • Registration number
  • Programme details
  • Candidate’s photo and signature
  • Exam venue and timing
  • Reporting time
  • Guidelines related to identification process
  • Guidelines related to the exam process

CA Foundation Exam Timings 2026

The timings for the CA Foundation exam are listed here. For a seamless identification and document verification process, students are encouraged to arrive at their exam location two hours prior to the start of the test.

CA Foundation Exam Dates
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CA Exams 2026 Exam Timings
CA Foundation Paper 1 & 2 , 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
CA Foundation Paper 3 & 4 , 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Items to Carry with ICAI CA Admit Card on Exam Day

Along with the CA Foundation admit card and photo ID proof, candidates will be required to carry certain items on the exam day. Given below is the list of items to carry on the exam day.

  • Ball point pen
  • Passport size photo

Items Not to Carry Students appearing for the CA Foundation exam January 2026 must not carry the following to the test center.

  • Books/notebooks/loose paper
  • Electronic items
  • Phone/headphones/earphones
  • Bags/valuables
  • Eatables

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FAQs

Is CA Foundation admit card valid for multiple exam phases?

No, the CA Foundation admit card is valid only for the specific exam phase and session for which it is issued. A new admit card is required for each attempt.

How many attempts are allowed in CA course?

There is no fixed limit on the number of attempts for CA Foundation, Intermediate, or Final. Students can appear as many times as they want till they clear the exams, provided their registration is valid (usually 3 years for Foundation, renewable).

How to get photo changed on CA Foundation admit card?

You cannot change the photo directly on the admit card. If your photo is incorrect, you need to contact the ICAI helpdesk immediately and raise a grievance through the SSP Portal. They may ask for identity proof and the correct photograph to update it.

What is the criteria of shortlisting by the companies for ICAI CA placements?

Companies shortlist candidates based on various factors such as:

• Number of attempts in clearing exams (less attempts preferred)
• Rank or marks in CA Final
• Articleship experience and firm
• Communication skills and interview performance
• Additional qualifications or certifications