ICSI CSEET Jan 2026: Registration Window Opens — Apply Now at icsi.edu
ICSI CSEET Jan 2026: Registration Window Opens — Apply Now at icsi.edu
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has officially opened the registration window for the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) January 2026 session. Aspiring company secretaries now have the opportunity to kickstart their professional journey by registering for this crucial entrance examination.
Key Dates and Registration Details
The ICSI CSEET Jan 2026 exam is scheduled to be held on January 10, 2026, in remote proctored mode. Interested candidates can register online through the official ICSI website at smash.icsi.edu. The registration deadline is December 15, 2025, giving students approximately one month to complete their applications.
The registration fee for ICSI CSEET Jan 2026 has been set at Rs 2,000, which must be paid online during the application process. Upon successful payment, candidates will receive confirmation via email and SMS on their registered contact details.
Who Can Apply?
According to the eligibility criteria, students who have passed or are currently appearing for their Class 12 examinations are eligible to apply for ICSI CSEET Jan 2026. Additionally, undergraduate students pursuing any degree course can also register for this entrance test.
Notably, graduates and postgraduates with at least 50% marks, as well as ICAI and ICMAI final course passed students, are exempted from taking the CSEET and can directly register for the CS Executive Programme.
Exam Pattern and Preparation
The ICSI CSEET Jan 2026 will consist of four papers: Business Communication, Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning, Economic and Business Environment, and Current Affairs and Quantitative Aptitude. Each paper carries 50 marks, making it a total of 200 marks. The exam duration is two hours.
To qualify, candidates must secure a minimum of 40% marks in each paper and an overall aggregate of 50%. The good news for test-takers is that there is no negative marking.
ICSI provides free virtual classes and study materials to all registered candidates to help them prepare effectively for the examination. Mock tests are also conducted before the exam to familiarize students with the test format.
How to Register
Candidates can follow these simple steps to complete their ICSI CSEET Jan 2026 registration:
1. Visit the official website — icsi.edu
2. Click on the ‘CSEET Registration’ link
3. Read all instructions carefully
4. Upload required documents including photograph, signature, Class 10 certificate, Class 12 admit card/marksheet, and identity proof
5. Pay the registration fee of Rs 2,000
6. Submit the form and download the confirmation page
The CSEET serves as a stepping stone for aspiring company secretaries, testing candidates on essential skills required in the profession. With the registration window now open, students are advised to complete their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
For more details and to register, visit
smash.icsi.edu/Scripts/CSEET/Instructions_CSEET.aspx.
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