CA Foundation · exam guide
CA Foundation Exam Dates and Sessions
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CA Foundation is held three times a year, in January, May and September.
When the exam is held
- January
- May
- September
Upcoming sessions
| Session | Exam dates | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| January 2027 | 3, 5, 7 and 9 January 2027 | Exam forms open 3 November 2026 and close 16 November 2026 (with late fee until 19 November 2026); correction window 20 to 22 November 2026. Course registration cut-off for January exams is 1 September of the previous year.as announced by ICAI on 23 September 2026 |