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CSEET 2026: Complete Guide to Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (Registration, Eligibility, Fees, Syllabus & Exam Pattern)

If you aspire to become a Company Secretary (CS), the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) is the first step in your journey. Conducted by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), CSEET is the mandatory entrance examination for admission to the CS Executive Programme, except for candidates eligible under the Direct Entry Route.

In this comprehensive guide, we have covered everything you need to know about CSEET Registration, Eligibility, Fees, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Passing Criteria, Important Dates, Documents Required, and Frequently Asked Questions.

What is CSEET?

The Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) is an entrance examination conducted by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) for students who wish to pursue the Company Secretary (CS) Course.

A candidate who successfully qualifies CSEET becomes eligible to register for the CS Executive Programme, subject to fulfilling other eligibility requirements prescribed by ICSI.

Who Can Apply for CSEET?

A candidate can register for CSEET if he/she: Is an Indian National. Has passed or is appearing in the Senior Secondary (10+2) Examination or an equivalent examination. Students appearing in Class 12 are also eligible to register for CSEET.

Who is Exempted from CSEET?

Certain categories of candidates are exempted from appearing in CSEET and can directly register for the CS Executive Programme.

The following candidates are eligible for direct admission:

Students who have passed the ICSI Foundation Programme.
Candidates who have qualified the Final Examination of ICAI (Chartered Accountancy).
Candidates who have qualified the Final Examination of ICMAI (Cost & Management Accountancy).
Graduates (Bachelor's Degree holders).
Post Graduates.
Students appearing in the Final Year or Final Semester of their Bachelor's Degree.

CSEET Examination Schedule

ICSI conducts CSEET three times every year.

Session	Examination	Result Declaration
February	First Week of February	Mid March
June	First Week of June	Mid July
October	First Week of October	Mid November

Students should complete registration well before the prescribed cut-off dates announced by ICSI. visit

CSEET Registration Fees

Particulars	Fees
Registration Fee (Including Student Induction Programme & Online Classes)	₹7,500
Examination Fee (Per Session)	₹1,500
Late Fee	₹250

Important Note

The registration fee includes: Student Induction Programme (SIP) Online Classes provided by ICSI Students are required to complete the Student Induction Programme (SIP) within one month of registration. Completion of SIP is mandatory before enrolling for the CSEET Examination.

Documents Required for CSEET Registration

Keep the following documents ready before starting your registration:

Passport Size
Photograph
Signature
Date of Birth Proof (Class 10 Certificate)
Class 12 Marksheet or Admit Card (if appearing)
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable)
Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card Passport PAN Card Voter ID Driving Licence Ration Card)

CSEET Registration Process

Students can register online through the official ICSI portal.

The registration process generally involves:

Create your account.
Fill personal details.
Upload required documents.
Pay registration fees.
Complete Student Induction Programme.
Apply for the examination when the examination form window opens.

CSEET Examination Pattern

The restructured CSEET consists of four papers.

Paper	Subject	Maximum Marks	Pattern	Duration
Paper 1	Business Communication	100	Subjective	3 hours
Paper 2	Fundamental of Accounting	100	Subjective	3 hours
Paper 3	Economic & Business Environment	100	Subjective	3 hours
Paper 4	Business Laws & Management (Business Laws - 60 Marks, Business Management - 40 Marks)	100	OMR Based	2 hours

CSEET Syllabus

ICSI regularly updates the CSEET syllabus and study material. Students are advised to refer to the latest official syllabus before beginning their preparation.

Download the latest CSEET Syllabus & Study Material: Official ICSI CSEET Syllabus & Study Material

Passing Criteria

A candidate shall be declared successful in CSEET if he/she secures:

Minimum 40% marks in each paper, and
Minimum 50% aggregate marks in all papers combined.

There is no provision for exemption or carry forward of marks.

Examination Centre and Timing

Important examination guidelines include:

CSEET is conducted at designated examination centres across major cities in India.
Examination timing is generally 2:30 PM to 5:45 PM.
Students are given 15 minutes reading time before commencement of each paper.
There is no negative marking in the OMR-based paper (Business Laws & Management).

Validity of CSEET Registration

The registration remains valid for Three Years from the month of registration.

Validity of CSEET Result

The CSEET Result remains valid for One Year from the date of declaration of result. Students must register for the CS Executive Programme within this period.

E-Marksheet

ICSI issues Electronic Marksheets (E-Marksheets) only. No physical marksheets are dispatched.

Tips to Crack CSEET

Success in CSEET depends on consistency rather than last-minute preparation. Here are some practical tips:

Start preparation at least 3–4 months before the examination.
Read ICSI study material thoroughly.
Prepare concise revision notes.
Practice subjective answer writing regularly.
Solve previous examination papers.
Attempt mock tests under timed conditions.
Revise difficult topics multiple times.
Focus on Business Laws concepts and Accounting practice.
Improve business communication and writing skills.
Maintain a balanced study schedule.