The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has reopened the CA Final registration window for the November 2026 examination, giving candidates who missed the earlier deadline a fresh chance to submit their exam forms. The announcement was made through ICAI’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle on 29 July 2026, and comes as welcome relief for students who ran into last-minute hurdles during the original cycle.
When Is the CA Final Registration Window Open Now?
According to ICAI, the exam application window for the November 2026 session will remain open from 1 August 2026 to 5 August 2026. The Institute has confirmed that a detailed official notification, laying out the complete procedure and any applicable fee structure, will follow shortly.
This marks a second opportunity for students who could not complete their CA Final registration submission during the original cycle. The process had first opened on 6 July 2026, with the no-late-fee deadline falling on 19 July 2026 and the late-fee window (₹600) closing on 22 July 2026. Candidates who missed both these dates now have one more short window to secure their seat for the upcoming attempt.
Why Did ICAI Reopen the Application Window?
ICAI has not detailed specific reasons in its short announcement, but such reopenings typically help candidates affected by technical glitches, payment failures, or documentation delays during the original submission period. The move is aimed at ensuring eligible students are not left out of the November attempt due to procedural hurdles rather than eligibility issues.
How to Apply for CA Final Registration (Step-by-Step)
Eligible candidates can complete the exam application window process through the ICAI e-services portal using the following steps:
- Visit the official ICAI e-services website at eservices.icai.org
- Log in using existing SSP portal credentials, or register afresh if required
- Fill in the online examination application form with accurate personal and academic details
- Upload the necessary documents, including photograph and signature
- Pay the applicable examination fee online via credit card, debit card, UPI, or net banking
- Review all entries carefully and submit the form before 5 August 2026
Eligibility Criteria for CA Final November 2026
To apply, candidates must meet the following conditions:
- Should have completed or be nearing completion of the prescribed articleship training within ICAI’s stipulated timeline
- Must have completed Advanced ICITSS and other mandatory training modules
- Registration details must be duly updated on the ICAI SSP portal
The CA Final November 2026 exams are scheduled to be held in offline mode from 2 November 2026 to 13 November 2026 across various centres in India, with Group I and Group II papers held on separate dates. Group I papers are scheduled for 2, 4, and 6 November, while Group II papers will be held on 9, 11, and 13 November.
