Follow Us :

Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test

Avatto > > Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test

Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test

The Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) is the mandatory entry-level examination for admission to the CS Executive Programme, unless a candidate is eligible for an exemption under ICSI rules.

Next Exam

announced
Date: 1 October 2026
Message: The CSEET October 2026 session is scheduled to be conducted from October 1 to October 6, 2026, in offline centre-based mode.

Registration

ongoing
Open Date: 1 July 2026
Close Date: 31 October 2026
Message: Online registrations for the CSEET February 2027 exam session are ongoing from July 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026.
Official Websites:
https://www.icsi.eduhttps://smash.icsi.edu

Result & Answer Key

Message: The CSEET June 2026 session results were officially declared on July 15, 2026, at 2 PM.

Latest Updates & News

CSEET October 2026 Admit Card Expected Soon

ICSI is expected to release the admit card for the CSEET October 2026 session on its official website icsi.edu shortly. The offline centre-based exam will be held from October 1 to 6, 2026.

ICSI CSEET February 2027 Exam Dates and Schedule Out

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has notified the February 2027 exam schedule. Registrations for this session are open and will close on October 31, 2026.

ICSI CSEET June 2026 Results Declared

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) declared the results for the CSEET June 2026 exam on July 15, 2026. Candidates can download their scorecards from the official portal.

Ready to Test Your Knowledge?

Don't just read the syllabus master it. Access our database of hundreds of free interactive practice questions.

Launch Practice Questions Launch Quiz

Eligibility

Educational Qualification

  • Passed Class 12 (10+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
  • Students appearing in the Class 12 (10+2) examination are also eligible to register for CSEET.

Nationality

  • Only Indian nationals are eligible to register for CSEET.

Minimum Marks

  • No minimum percentage is required in the qualifying (10+2) examination. A pass in the qualifying examination is sufficient.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: No minimum age prescribed.
  • Maximum Age: No upper age limit.

Student Induction Programme (SIP)

  • Student Induction Programme (SIP) is a mandatory prerequisite for enrolling in the CSEET examination under the restructured scheme effective from June 2026.

Exempted from CSEET

  • Candidates who have passed the ICSI Foundation Programme
  • Candidates who have passed the Final Examination of ICAI (CA)
  • Candidates who have passed the Final Examination of ICMAI (CMA)
  • Graduates (except Fine Arts)
  • Postgraduates (except Fine Arts)

Paper Pattern

Business Communication , Fundamentals of Accounting , Economic & Business Environment

100 each Total Marks
3 hrs each Duration
Descriptive Type
15 minutes Reading Time

Business Laws - 60 Marks, Business Management - 40 Marks

100 Total Marks
2 hrs Duration
OMR Based Type
15 minutes Reading Time

Passing Criteria

Minimum 40% marks in each paper. Minimum 50% aggregate marks across all four papers to qualify the examination.

Key Points

Four papers conducted over four separate days. Centre-based offline examination applicable from June 2026 onwards. No negative marking in the OMR-based paper
📋

Complete Syllabus Breakdown

Click on individual units below to reveal the specific topics and underlying concepts.

CSEET Syllabus

Paper 1: Business Communication
  • Fundamentals of Communication
  • Business Communication , Business Correspondence
  • Business Vocabulary , English Grammar
  • Comprehension , Precis Writing
  • Business Writing , Office Communication
  • Presentation & Communication Skills
Paper 2: Fundamentals of Accounting
  • Introduction to Accounting
  • Accounting Principles & Concepts , Accounting Process
  • Journal, Ledger & Trial Balance , Subsidiary Books
  • Bank Reconciliation Statement (BRS) , Depreciation
  • Rectification of Errors , Financial Statements
  • Bills of Exchange , Basic Financial Analysis
  • Accounting for Non-Profit Organisations
Paper 3: Economic & Business Environment Part A: Economics
  • Basic Economic Concepts , Demand & Supply
  • Market Equilibrium , National Income
  • Inflation , Monetary Policy , Fiscal Policy
  • Banking System , Indian Economy
Paper 3: Economic & Business Environment Part B: Business Environment
  • Business Environment , Forms of Business Organisation
  • Business Functions , Entrepreneurship
  • Government Policies , Business Ethics
  • Sustainable Development , Digital Business Environment
  • Emerging Business Trends
Paper 4: Business Laws & Management Part A: Business Laws
  • Indian Contract Act, 1872 , Sale of Goods Act, 1930
  • Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) , Companies Act u2013 Basic Concepts
  • Negotiable Instruments Act , Consumer Protection
  • Information Technology & Cyber Laws (Basics)
Paper 4: Business Laws & Management Part B: Business Management
  • Principles of Management
  • Planning , Organising , Staffing , Directing
  • Controlling , Leadership , Motivation , Decision Making
  • Corporate Governance , Business Ethics
Timeline
20 September 2026
PENDING
⏳

CSEET October 2026 Admit Card Release

📅
20 September 2026
1 October 2026
ANNOUNCED
📢

CSEET October 2026 Exam Starts

📅
1 October 2026
31 October 2026
ONGOING
●

CSEET February 2027 Registration Closes

📅
31 October 2026
16 November 2026
PENDING
⏳

CSEET February 2027 Enrollment Starts

📅
16 November 2026
15 December 2026
PENDING
⏳

CSEET February 2027 Enrollment Closes

📅
15 December 2026
Fees
Announced
Category
Fee (INR)
CSEET Registration Fee (includes Student Induction Programme and Online classes)
₹7,500
Examination Enrolment Fee (per session)
₹1,500
Payment Mode
Online
Cut Offs
Year: 2026
Category
Cut Off
Each Individual Subject
40%
Aggregate Score
50%