New Delhi.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially announced the timetable for the Chartered Accountancy (CA) Foundation and Intermediate examinations scheduled for January 2027. Candidates preparing for these exams can check the official schedule and complete details below to plan their registration and preparation strategy accordingly.
Key Highlights of CA January 2027 Examinations
The online application process for both the CA Foundation and CA Intermediate January 2027 sessions will commence on November 3, 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application forms well before the regular deadline to avoid late fee surcharges.
- Online Registration Starts: November 3, 2026
- Last Date to Submit Application (Without Late Fee): November 16, 2026
- Last Date to Submit Application (With Late Fee): November 19, 2026
- Application Correction Window: November 20 to November 22, 2026
- CA Intermediate Exam Dates: January 2 to January 12, 2027
- CA Foundation Exam Dates: January 3 to January 9, 2027
CA Intermediate January 2027 Detailed Exam Timetable
The CA Intermediate examination will be held in two groups comprising six papers in total. All papers will be conducted during the afternoon shift from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (IST). Candidates will receive an advance reading time of 15 minutes from 1:45 PM to 2:00 PM before the examination begins.
| Group | Paper Name | Exam Date | Duration | Exam Timing |
| Group 1 | Paper 1 | January 2, 2027 | 3 Hours | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Group 1 | Paper 2 | January 4, 2027 | 3 Hours | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Group 1 | Paper 3 | January 6, 2027 | 3 Hours | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Group 2 | Paper 4 | January 8, 2027 | 3 Hours | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Group 2 | Paper 5 | January 10, 2027 | 3 Hours | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Group 2 | Paper 6 | January 12, 2027 | 3 Hours | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
CA Foundation January 2027 Detailed Exam Timetable
The CA Foundation examination consists of four papers. Papers 1 and 2 are 3-hour descriptive tests with 15 minutes of advance reading time (1:45 PM to 2:00 PM). Papers 3 and 4 are 2-hour objective tests with no advance reading time.
| Paper | Exam Date | Exam Duration | Shift Timing | Reading Time |
| Paper 1 | January 3, 2027 | 3 Hours | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | 1:45 PM – 2:00 PM |
| Paper 2 | January 5, 2027 | 3 Hours | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | 1:45 PM – 2:00 PM |
| Paper 3 | January 7, 2027 | 2 Hours | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | None |
| Paper 4 | January 9, 2027 | 2 Hours | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | None |
Examination Fee Structure
ICAI has set standard fees for candidates taking the exam within Indian centres as well as international locations:
- CA Foundation Exam Fee (Indian Centres): ₹1,500
- CA Intermediate Exam Fee (Single Group / Unit): ₹1,500
- CA Intermediate Exam Fee (Both Groups / Unit 2): ₹2,700
- Overseas Exam Centres: Special fee structures apply for international locations including Bahrain, Dubai, and Kathmandu as per ICAI regulations.
ICAI Correction Window Guidelines
Candidates who make minor errors during form submission can utilize the official correction window from November 20 to November 22, 2026.
- Permitted changes include modifying the selected examination centre, group/unit, or medium of examination (English or Hindi).
- Corrections are restricted to specific fields; candidate details should be cross-verified before final form submission.
Crucial Guidelines for Candidates
- Holiday Schedule Note: Exams will proceed as scheduled on the specified dates regardless of whether any day is declared a public holiday by local or central administrative bodies.
- Medium of Exam: Candidates must carefully opt for either English or Hindi as their preferred medium during registration.
- Application Receipt: Retain printouts of the submitted application form and transaction receipts for future reference.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When does the CA January 2027 exam registration start?
The online examination application process begins on November 3, 2026, on the official ICAI portal.
Q2. What is the last date to submit the CA exam form without a late fee?
The last date to fill out and submit the application form without incurring a late fee is November 16, 2026.
Q3. Is reading time provided for all CA Foundation papers?
No. A 15-minute advance reading time (1:45 PM to 2:00 PM) is provided only for Papers 1 and 2. Papers 3 and 4 are two-hour objective exams with no reading time.
Q4. What is the exam fee for both groups of CA Intermediate?
The examination fee for both groups (or Unit 2) of the CA Intermediate exam at Indian test centres is ₹2,700.
Disclaimer
The examination dates, fee structures, and procedural guidelines published above are based on official announcements from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). Candidates are strongly advised to verify details through the official ICAI website (icai.org) before submitting forms or making financial transactions.
