The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has commenced the online application process for the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) for the June 2026 session. Aspiring candidates who wish to embark on the prestigious Company Secretary course can now submit their forms through the official portal.
ICSI CSEET June 2026: Key Dates and Application Deadline
Prospective applicants must mark their calendars with the crucial schedule released by the Institute. The last date to register without any late fee is February 15, 2026. It is imperative for candidates to complete the process before this deadline to secure eligibility for the examination cycle.
The enrolment window remains open for a further period with and without a late penalty. The detailed schedule is as follows:
- Last date for CSEET registration: February 15, 2026
- Enrolment without late fee: March 1 to April 7, 2026
- Enrolment with late fee: April 8 to April 20, 2026
- CSEET June 2026 exam dates: June 1 to June 4, 2026
Application Fees and Exam Structure
Candidates are required to pay a combined fee during the online application submission. The fee structure includes a registration fee of Rs 7,500 and an examination fee of Rs 1,500.
The CSEET June 2026 examination will be conducted in a centre-based, proctored mode across four days, from June 1 to June 4, 2026. ICSI holds this entrance test thrice annually in February, June, and October. A qualifying CSEET score holds validity for a period of three years from the date of declaration.
Eligibility Criteria and Exam Syllabus
The CSEET serves as the gateway for the Company Secretary course. The following candidates are eligible to apply:
- Students who are currently appearing for their Class 12 examinations.
- Individuals who have already passed Class 12 or an equivalent qualification.
- Undergraduate students from any recognised university or institution.
It is noteworthy that the University Grants Commission (UGC) recognises the Company Secretary qualification as equivalent to a postgraduate degree.
The CSEET syllabus is divided into four papers, each carrying 100 marks:
- Business Communication (Subjective, 3 hours duration)
- Fundamentals of Accounting (Subjective, 3 hours duration)
- Economic and Business Environment (Subjective, 3 hours duration)
- Business Laws and Management (Objective, OMR-based, 2 hours duration)
The Institute will publish the detailed syllabus for all papers on its official website in the coming days.
Steps to Apply and Next Steps After CSEET
Eligible candidates can follow these steps to complete their CSEET June 2026 registration:
- Visit the official ICSI portal at smash.icsi.edu.
- Locate and click on the CSEET June 2026 registration link on the homepage.
- Complete the initial registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in to the application portal and fill in all required personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents in the specified format and size.
- Pay the total application fee of Rs 9,000 online via the available payment gateways.
- Submit the final form and download the confirmation page for your records.
Upon successfully clearing the CSEET, candidates become eligible for enrolment into the Executive Programme of the Company Secretary course. This is followed by the Professional Programme, along with mandatory practical training and other membership requirements stipulated by ICSI. Qualifying candidates must also complete the compulsory Student Induction Programme as part of the admission process.
Aspiring Company Secretaries are advised to monitor the official ICSI website regularly for updates regarding the detailed syllabus, admit card release, and examination guidelines for the CSEET June 2026 session.
