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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially activated the online exam form window for the CA Final November 2026 session. Aspiring Chartered Accountants who wish to appear in the upcoming attempt can now log in through the official ICAI portal and complete their exam application before the deadline. This article covers everything students need to know, including important dates, eligibility, fees, the step-by-step application process, and preparation tips.

What's New: CA Final Exam Form Window Now Open

ICAI opened the CA Final exam form for the November 2026 session on July 6, 2026. The form is available exclusively in online mode through the official ICAI examination portal at eservices.icai.org. Students who have completed their CA Final registration and fulfilled the practical training requirement can log in using their Self Service Portal (SSP) credentials to fill out the form.

Registration for the CA Final course itself remains open throughout the year, but the exam form for a specific attempt has a fixed submission window. For the November 2026 attempt, that window closes on July 19, 2026, making it essential for candidates to act well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues or late fees.

Important Dates to Remember

Event	Date
CA Final exam form window opens	July 6, 2026
Last date to apply (without late fee)	July 19, 2026
Last date to apply (with late fee)	July 22, 2026
Correction window	July 23 to July 25, 2026
CA Final Group 1 exam dates	November 2, 4, 6, 2026
CA Final Group 2 exam dates	November 9, 11, 13, 2026

Registration Without Late Fee

Candidates can submit the CA Final exam form without any late fee until July 19, 2026. This is the recommended deadline, and students are advised not to wait until the final day.

Registration With Late Fee

Those who miss the July 19 deadline get a short extension until July 22, 2026, but this comes with an additional late fee of Rs. 600 for candidates at Indian and Kathmandu centres, and USD 10 for candidates at overseas centres.

Correction Window

After the form submission closes, ICAI will open a correction window from July 23 to July 25, 2026. During this period, students can amend certain details such as exam city, medium, group, zone, or elective papers. Submitting a correction request does not guarantee approval; the final status will reflect on the admit card.

Step-by-Step CA Final Registration Process 2026

• Visit the official ICAI examination website: eservices.icai.org.
• Log in using your existing SSP registration number and password.
• Locate and click on the 'Apply Now' option available on the student dashboard.
• Select the CA Final exam form for the November 2026 session and choose your group (Group 1, Group 2, or both).
• Fill in personal, academic, and exam centre details carefully.
• Upload the required documents, including a recent photograph and any category-specific certificates.
• Review all entries on the preview page before final submission.
• Pay the applicable exam form fee through the available online payment options.
• Download and save the system-generated exam application PDF for future reference.

Eligibility Criteria for CA Final November 2026

Before filling out the exam form, students should confirm that they meet the following requirements:

• Successful completion of both groups of the CA Intermediate examination.
• Minimum 50% aggregate marks with at least 40% in each individual subject at the Intermediate level.
• Completion of, or being within six months of completing, the mandatory 2.5 years of practical articleship training.
• A valid and active CA Final course registration on the SSP portal.

CA Final Exam Form Fee Structure

Category	Fee
Single group	Rs. 1,800
Both groups	Rs. 3,300
Late fee (Indian centres)	Rs. 600
Late fee (overseas centres)	USD 10

 

Documents Required While Filling the Exam Form

• Duly filled CA Final registration form.
• One recent passport-size colour photograph.
• Attested proof of nationality, for foreign students.
• Attested category certificate for SC/ST, OBC, or differently-abled candidates, where applicable.
• Signed and scanned copy of the CA Final Declaration Form or Certificate of Service.

CA Final Exam Dates November 2026

As per the schedule notified by ICAI, the CA Final Group 1 papers will be held on November 2, 4, and 6, 2026, while Group 2 papers are scheduled for November 9, 11, and 13, 2026. All papers will be conducted in offline, pen-and-paper mode across designated centres in India and select overseas locations.

Admit Card and What Comes Next

ICAI typically releases the CA Final admit card around two weeks before the exam commences. Once candidates complete the exam form and payment, they should regularly check the SSP dashboard for updates. The admit card will also reflect any approved corrections requested during the correction window. Students must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam centre.

Preparation Tips for CA Final November 2026

• Build a realistic study timetable that covers all subjects, giving extra attention to weaker areas.
• Rely primarily on ICAI study material, practice manuals, and RTP/MTP papers, since most questions are drawn from these sources.
• Solve previous years' question papers to improve writing speed and accuracy under time pressure.
• Plan for at least three revision cycles per subject: one for concepts, one for practical application, and one for quick recall.
• Take regular mock tests under exam-like conditions to track progress and build exam-day confidence.

Conclusion

With the CA Final exam form for November 2026 now live, eligible candidates should complete their registration well ahead of the July 19 deadline to avoid the late fee and any last-minute technical glitches. Keeping track of the correction window and admit card release dates will further help students stay organised as they move into the final preparation phase. For the most accurate and updated information, candidates are encouraged to regularly check the official ICAI website and their SSP dashboard.