ICAI CA January 2027 Exam Dates: Foundation & Intermediate Schedule
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| ICAI CA Foundation and Intermediate January 2027 examination dates announced. |
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially announced the January 2027 examination schedule for the CA Foundation and CA Intermediate courses. Intermediate examinations will begin on 2 January 2027, while Foundation examinations will begin on 3 January 2027.
The ICAI CA January 2027 exam dates have been released for students appearing for the Foundation and Intermediate examinations. According to the official announcement dated 23 September 2026, the CA Intermediate examinations will be conducted from 2 to 12 January 2027, and the CA Foundation examinations will be held from 3 to 9 January 2027.
All CA Intermediate papers and Foundation Papers 1 and 2 will be conducted from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM IST. Foundation Papers 3 and 4 will be held from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM IST. Candidates should download and read the official notification before submitting their examination form.
ICAI CA January 2027 Exam Schedule: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) |
| Courses | CA Foundation and CA Intermediate |
| Intermediate Group I dates | 2, 4 and 6 January 2027 |
| Intermediate Group II dates | 8, 10 and 12 January 2027 |
| Foundation dates | 3, 5, 7 and 9 January 2027 |
| Online exam form opens | 3 November 2026 |
| Last date without late fee | 16 November 2026 |
| Last date with late fee | 19 November 2026 |
| Correction window | 20 to 22 November 2026 |
| Application portal | ICAI Self Service Portal (SSP) |
CA Intermediate January 2027 Exam Dates
The CA Intermediate examination will be held in two groups. Every paper will have a duration of three hours and will be conducted from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM IST.
CA Intermediate Group I Timetable
| Paper | Subject | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Advanced Accounting | 2 January 2027, Saturday | 2:00 PM–5:00 PM |
| Paper 2 | Corporate and Other Laws | 4 January 2027, Monday | 2:00 PM–5:00 PM |
| Paper 3 | Taxation | 6 January 2027, Wednesday | 2:00 PM–5:00 PM |
CA Intermediate Group II Timetable
| Paper | Subject | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 4 | Cost and Management Accounting | 8 January 2027, Friday | 2:00 PM–5:00 PM |
| Paper 5 | Auditing and Ethics | 10 January 2027, Sunday | 2:00 PM–5:00 PM |
| Paper 6 | Financial Management and Strategic Management | 12 January 2027, Tuesday | 2:00 PM–5:00 PM |
CA Foundation January 2027 Exam Dates
The Foundation examination consists of four papers. Papers 1 and 2 are three-hour examinations. Papers 3 and 4 are two-hour examinations and do not have advance reading time.
| Paper | Subject | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Accounting | 3 January 2027, Sunday | 2:00 PM–5:00 PM |
| Paper 2 | Business Laws | 5 January 2027, Tuesday | 2:00 PM–5:00 PM |
| Paper 3 | Quantitative Aptitude | 7 January 2027, Thursday | 2:00 PM–4:00 PM |
| Paper 4 | Business Economics | 9 January 2027, Saturday | 2:00 PM–4:00 PM |
Advance Reading Time
- A 15-minute advance reading time will be available from 1:45 PM to 2:00 PM IST for CA Intermediate papers and Foundation Papers 1 and 2.
- There will be no advance reading time for Foundation Papers 3 and 4.
ICAI January 2027 Exam Form Dates
Eligible candidates must submit their examination application online through the ICAI Self Service Portal. The examination form window will open on 3 November 2026.
- Last date without late fee: 16 November 2026
- Last date with ₹600 late fee: 19 November 2026
- Correction window for examination city or medium: 20 to 22 November 2026
Candidates should not confuse course registration with the examination application. Only students who satisfy the applicable ICAI eligibility requirements will be able to apply. Before opening the form, check the course status, photograph, signature, address and other details in the SSP profile.
Examination Fee
| Course and centre | Fee |
|---|---|
| Intermediate—single group/unit at an Indian centre | ₹1,500 |
| Intermediate—both groups/unit 2 at an Indian centre | ₹2,700 |
| Foundation—Indian centre | ₹1,500 |
| Foundation or Intermediate single group—overseas centre excluding Kathmandu | US$325 |
| Intermediate both groups—overseas centre excluding Kathmandu | US$500 |
The late fee is ₹600 for Indian and Kathmandu centres and US$10 for other overseas centres. The official notification also lists separate Kathmandu fees. Candidates should verify the final payable amount displayed on the SSP before payment.
CA Exam Centres in Telangana
ICAI has listed the following eight examination cities in Telangana for the January 2027 Foundation and Intermediate examinations:
Adilabad, Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Mahbubnagar, Nalgonda, Nizamabad and Warangal.
Availability is subject to ICAI conditions, including a sufficient number of candidates. ICAI has also reserved the right to withdraw a city or centre. Overseas examinations are scheduled in Bahrain, Dubai and Kathmandu.
How to Apply for the January 2027 CA Examination
- Visit the ICAI Self Service Portal.
- Log in with your SSP credentials. ICAI indicates the username format as SRN@icai.org.
- Check whether the correct course and examination application option is available.
- Verify your personal information, photograph, signature, medium and examination city.
- Complete the examination form and pay the applicable fee online.
- Download the acknowledgement and retain the payment record for future reference.
If a candidate has forgotten the password, the “Forgot Password” option on SSP should be used. Students who need to update their profile, register or convert a course, or revalidate their registration should use the appropriate SSP service and follow ICAI instructions.
Useful Official Links
| Purpose | Official link |
|---|---|
| Download the official January 2027 schedule | ICAI Official Notification PDF |
| ICAI main website | Visit ICAI |
| Examination announcements | ICAI Examination Updates |
| Submit examination form and manage student services | ICAI SSP |
| Study resources and Board of Studies services | ICAI BoS Knowledge Portal |
Practical Preparation Plan for CA January 2027
1. Convert the timetable into a revision calendar
Start with the actual paper dates and plan backwards. Reserve the final weeks for revision, full-length practice and analysis of mistakes instead of beginning new material at the last moment.
2. Use the latest ICAI material
Prioritise the applicable ICAI study material, revision test papers, mock test papers and suggested answers. Check that every resource belongs to the syllabus and attempt for which you are appearing.
3. Practise within the real time limit
Intermediate papers and Foundation Papers 1 and 2 allow three hours, while Foundation Papers 3 and 4 allow two hours. Timed practice will help candidates improve selection of questions, calculation speed and accuracy.
4. Keep a mistake register
Record recurring conceptual errors, calculation mistakes, missed legal provisions and weak presentation. Revising this short register regularly can be more effective than repeatedly reading familiar chapters.
5. Check SSP details early
Do not wait until the closing date to discover a problem with the course status, photograph, signature or login. Check the SSP account before the form window opens and use only official ICAI channels for corrections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When will the CA Intermediate January 2027 exams begin?
CA Intermediate Group I will begin on 2 January 2027. Group II will begin on 8 January 2027.
What are the CA Foundation January 2027 exam dates?
The Foundation papers are scheduled for 3, 5, 7 and 9 January 2027.
What is the examination time?
Intermediate papers and Foundation Papers 1 and 2 will be conducted from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM IST. Foundation Papers 3 and 4 will be conducted from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM IST.
When does the examination application open?
The online examination application window is scheduled to open on 3 November 2026.
What is the last date without a late fee?
The last date to submit the online examination form without a late fee is 16 November 2026.
Can students answer the papers in Hindi?
Yes. The official announcement states that Foundation and Intermediate candidates may opt to answer in English or Hindi, subject to ICAI guidance and the selected medium.
Will ICAI postpone an exam if the date is declared a public holiday?
ICAI has specifically stated that there will be no schedule change merely because an examination date is declared a public holiday by the Central Government, a State Government or a local body.
Conclusion
The release of the ICAI CA January 2027 Foundation and Intermediate timetable gives candidates a clear target for revision and mock-test practice. Students should note the paper-wise dates, different Foundation timings, exam-form deadlines and correction window. Applications and updates should be checked only through the ICAI website and SSP.
