CS Executive Exam Guide 2027
CS Executive (Company Secretary Executive Programme) is conducted by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. It is used for the Company Secretary qualification, after the Foundation stage. This guide covers who can apply, how selection works, what is tested and how to prepare.
- Accounting & Finance
- Pen and paper or computer-based, as notified
CS Executive at a glance
- Full name
- Company Secretary Executive Programme
- Conducted by
- the Institute of Company Secretaries of India
- Used for
- the Company Secretary qualification, after the Foundation stage
- Mode
- Pen and paper or computer-based, as notified
- Who can apply
- Class 12 for the Foundation; graduates can enter at the Executive stage.
- What is tested
- Company law, tax laws, securities laws and corporate and management accounting
- Official website
- icsi.edu
How CS Executive selection works
- 1Foundation
- 2Executive
- 3Professional and practical training
How to prepare for CS Executive
- Learn the sections of the Companies Act by use cases, not by rote.
- Solve the ICSI mock papers and revision tests.
- Before you apply, read the latest official notification at icsi.edu. Dates, fees, vacancies and cut-offs change every cycle and are not listed here.
Choosing CS Executive coaching
Coaching helps most when you need structure, regular tests and a peer group. Ask any centre for the batch size, the full fee including GST, a trial class and last year's results with roll numbers.
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Frequently asked questions
What is CS Executive?+−
CS Executive (Company Secretary Executive Programme) is conducted by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. It is used for the Company Secretary qualification, after the Foundation stage.
Who can apply for CS Executive?+−
Class 12 for the Foundation; graduates can enter at the Executive stage.
What are the stages of CS Executive?+−
CS Executive runs in 3 stages: 1. Foundation; 2. Executive; 3. Professional and practical training.
What does CS Executive test?+−
CS Executive covers Company law, tax laws, securities laws and corporate and management accounting.
Are the dates and fees for CS Executive on this page?+−
No. Dates, fees, vacancies and cut-offs change each cycle, so confirm them in the official notification at icsi.edu before you apply.