The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has officially opened the registration window for the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) scheduled for the February 2027 session. This entrance examination serves as the mandatory gateway for students aspiring to enroll in the CS Executive Programme, which is the second stage of the professional Company Secretary course. By completing the registration process, candidates secure their eligibility to participate in the upcoming examination cycle.
Qualifying for the CSEET is a vital step for students aiming to build a career in corporate governance and legal compliance. The CS profession offers significant growth potential, professional prestige, and the opportunity to work with top-tier corporate entities across India.
The CSEET is conducted in a centre-based, offline mode. The examination comprises four distinct papers, each carrying 100 marks, totaling 400 marks. The subjects covered include Business Communication, Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning, Economic and Business Environment, and Current Affairs.
The paper on Business Laws and Management is objective (OMR-based) and does not carry negative marking. Additionally, a 15-minute Viva Voce worth 30 marks assesses oral communication and presentation skills via video assessment. To qualify, candidates must secure at least 40% in each paper and an overall aggregate of 50% in a single sitting.
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has officially released the exam schedule for the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) October 2026 session. The examination is scheduled to commence from October 1, 2026, in a remote proctored online mode.