ICAI CA January 2027 Schedule Out: If you are an aspiring Chartered Accountant gearing up for your next big milestone, here is an important update you cannot afford to miss! Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially released the complete examination schedule for the CA Foundation and CA Intermediate January 2027 exams.
Candidates planning to appear for these exams can submit their online examination forms through the ICAI Self Service Portal (SSP) starting November 3, 2026.
Below is a detailed breakdown of the registration deadlines, course-wise exam dates, paper timings, and examination centers.
ICAI CA January 2027
Mark these critical application dates on your calendar to ensure you complete your registration smoothly without extra charges.
| Application Milestone | Official Date / Deadline |
|---|---|
| Online Application Window Opens | November 3, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Without Late Fee) | November 16, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (With Late Fee of ₹600) | November 19, 2026 |
| Correction Window (For Exam City / Medium Changes) | November 20 – November 22, 2026 |
| Official Website | icai.org (Forms via SSP Portal) |
CA Intermediate Exam Timetable 2027
The CA Intermediate examinations are divided into two distinct groups. All Intermediate papers will be conducted in a single afternoon shift from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (3 Hours), with candidates receiving 15 minutes of advance reading time (1:45 PM to 2:00 PM).
| CA Inter Group | Paper Schedule | Exam Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | Papers 1, 2, and 3 | January 2, 4, and 6, 2027 |
| Group 2 | Papers 4, 5, and 6 | January 8, 10, and 12, 2027 |
CA Foundation Exam Timetable 2027
CA Foundation examinations will take place on alternate days across early January 2027. Note that reading time rules vary depending on the paper type.
| Foundation Papers | Exam Dates | Exam Duration | Reading Time Provision |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 & Paper 2 | January 3 & January 5, 2027 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (3 Hours) | 15 Minutes Reading Time (1:45 PM – 2:00 PM) |
| Paper 3 & Paper 4 | January 7 & January 9, 2027 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (2 Hours) | No Reading Time Provided |
Examination Centers & Official Policy Notes
- Domestic Centers: Examinations will be hosted across major Indian cities including Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Pune, Jaipur, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, and many others.
- Overseas Centers: ICAI will also conduct exams in three international locations: Bahrain, Dubai, and Kathmandu. Exam start times at international centers will be aligned with 2:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
- Holiday Policy: ICAI explicitly clarified that even if a public holiday is declared by the Central/State Government or local authorities on any scheduled exam day, there will be no change in the exam schedule.
