Based on ICAI Notification No. 13-CA (EXAM)/JANUARY/2027, dated 28 September 2026, published in the Gazette of India (Extraordinary, Part III, Section 4)
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the schedule for the next Chartered Accountants Foundation and Intermediate examinations, including the CA Foundation January 2027. The notification is issued under Regulation 22 of the Chartered Accountants Regulations, 1988. It sets out exam dates, timings, centres, fees and the window for filling in the exam form. Here is everything students and parents need to know.
Key takeaways
- Intermediate Group I: 2, 4 and 6 January 2027.
- Intermediate Group II: 8, 10 and 12 January 2027.
- Foundation: 3, 5, 7 and 9 January 2027.
- Exam forms open on 3 November 2026, and the last date without a late fee is 16 November 2026.
- Varanasi is among the 21 exam cities in Uttar Pradesh.
Exam schedule
| Examination | Dates (January 2027) |
| Intermediate, Group I | 2, 4 and 6 |
| Intermediate, Group II | 8, 10 and 12 |
| Foundation | 3, 5, 7 and 9 |
The Intermediate exam follows the syllabus in the scheme notified under Regulation 28F, and the Foundation exam follows the scheme under Regulation 25F. ICAI has also stated that the schedule will not change if any exam day is declared a public holiday by the Central Government, a State Government or a local body.
Exam timings
| Examination | Papers | Time (IST) | Duration |
| Foundation | Papers 1 and 2 | 2 PM to 5 PM | 3 hours |
| Foundation | Papers 3 and 4 | 2 PM to 4 PM | 2 hours |
| Intermediate | All papers | 2 PM to 5 PM | 3 hours |
All papers except Foundation Papers 3 and 4 have 15 minutes of advance reading time, from 1:45 PM to 2 PM. Foundation Papers 3 and 4 have no advance reading time.
Exam Dates for CA Foundation & Intermediate January 2027
Exam centres
The exams will be held in more than 300 cities across India, covering every state and several Union Territories. Centres are available provided a sufficient number of candidates opt for each place, and ICAI reserves the right to withdraw any city or centre at any stage without giving a reason.
Uttar Pradesh (21 cities): Agra, Aligarh, Ayodhya, Bareilly, Bulandshahr, Firozabad, Ghaziabad, Gorakhpur, Hapur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mathura, Meerut, Modinagar, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Noida, Prayagraj, Saharanpur and Varanasi.
Overseas centres: Bahrain, Dubai (UAE) and Kathmandu (Nepal). The exam starts at the local time equivalent to 2 PM IST at each:
- Dubai: 12:30 PM local time
- Bahrain: 11:30 AM local time
- Kathmandu: 2:15 PM local time
Important dates for the exam form
| Event | Date |
| Online exam forms open | 3 November 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Last date without late fee | 16 November 2026 (Monday) |
| Last date with late fee | 19 November 2026 (Thursday) |
| Correction window (change of city, medium, group or centre) | 20 to 22 November 2026 (Friday to Sunday) |
The late fee is ₹600 for Indian and Kathmandu centres and US $10 for other overseas centres.
Exam fees
Intermediate course
| Centre | Single group / unit (all except 2) | Both groups / Unit 2 |
| Indian centres | ₹1,500 | ₹2,700 |
| Overseas centres (excluding Kathmandu) | US $325 | US $500 |
| Kathmandu (Nepal) | ₹2,200 | ₹3,400 |
Foundation course
| Centre | Fee |
| Indian centres | ₹1,500 |
| Overseas centres (excluding Kathmandu) | US $325 |
| Kathmandu (Nepal) | ₹2,200 |
Fees can be paid online by Visa, Mastercard or Maestro credit or debit card, RuPay card, net banking or BHIM UPI.
How to fill in the exam form
- Go to https://eservices.icai.org, the ICAI Self Service Portal (SSP).
- Log in with your username, which is your SRN followed by @icai.org, and your password.
- If you have never registered, open the portal and create a user account. If you have forgotten your password, use the “forgot password” option.
- Fill in the exam form and pay the fee online.
ICAI asks students to create a username, register or convert their course, revalidate, and update their photo, signature and address on the SSP only. The forms become available on the dates announced at www.icai.org.
Option to write in Hindi
Candidates for both the Foundation and Intermediate exams can choose English or Hindi as the medium for answering papers. Detailed instructions are in the guidance notes at https://eservices.icai.org.
Tips for students
- Mark the dates. Put the form deadlines in your calendar, since late filing costs extra and the correction window is short.
- Choose your centre carefully. The correction window is the only chance to change your city, medium, group or centre after submission.
- Check your SSP profile early. A correct photo, signature and address saves problems later.
- Plan for reading time. Be at the centre before 1:45 PM, except for Foundation Papers 3 and 4, which start at 2 PM with no reading time.
- Do not rely on a holiday. The schedule stays unchanged even if a public holiday falls on an exam day.
Frequently asked questions
When are the CA Intermediate exams in January 2027?
Group I is on 2, 4 and 6 January 2027, and Group II is on 8, 10 and 12 January 2027.
When is the CA Foundation exam in January 2027?
On 3, 5, 7 and 9 January 2027.
What is the last date to fill in the exam form without late fee?
16 November 2026. With a late fee of ₹600 (or US $10 for overseas centres), forms can be submitted until 19 November 2026.
Is Varanasi an exam centre?
Yes. Varanasi is listed among the 21 Uttar Pradesh exam cities, subject to a sufficient number of candidates opting for it.
Can I change my exam centre after submitting the form?
Yes, during the correction window from 20 to 22 November 2026.
Can I write the paper in Hindi?
Yes. Candidates for both exams may choose English or Hindi medium.
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Disclaimer: This article summarises an ICAI notification for general information. Dates, centres and fees may change, so please confirm the latest details on www.icai.org and the Self Service Portal before applying.