ICAI CA September 2026 exam registration fees are ?1,500 for Foundation, ?1,500–?2,700 for Intermediate, and ?1,800–?3,300 for Final, with a late fee of ?600 applicable after the standard deadline of July 3, 2026.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) conducts the CA examination at three levels — Foundation, Intermediate, and Final. Students appearing in the September 2026 session must pay the applicable exam fee through the ICAI Self-Service Portal (SSP). The exam fee is a separate charge from the one-time course registration fee paid at the time of enrolment.
- CA Foundation exam fee: ?1,500
- CA Intermediate — Both Groups: ?2,700 | Single Group: ?1,500
- CA Final — Both Groups: ?3,300 | Single Group: ?1,800
- Late fee (after standard deadline): ?600 extra at all levels
- Expected last date without late fee: July 3, 2026
- Payment mode: Online via ICAI SSP portal (eservices.icai.org)
| Direct Link — ICAI CA September 2026 Exam Form Registration (Active) — eservices.icai.org |
ICAI CA September 2026 Exam Fee Overview
The table below lists the exam fee for all three CA levels for the September 2026 session. A late fee of ?600 applies if you submit the form after the standard last date.
| CA Level | Exam Option | Exam Fee | With Late Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA Foundation | All Papers | ?1,500 | ?2,100 |
| CA Intermediate | Both Groups | ?2,700 | ?3,300 |
| CA Intermediate | Single Group | ?1,500 | ?2,100 |
| CA Final | Both Groups | ?3,300 | ?3,900 |
| CA Final | Single Group | ?1,800 | ?2,400 |
CA Foundation September 2026 Exam Fee
CA Foundation is the entry point into the CA course, open to students who have appeared in or passed Class 12. The exam fee for CA Foundation September 2026 is ?1,500. This fee covers all four papers of the Foundation exam in a single payment. Students who miss the standard last date pay an additional ?600 as late fee.
| Fee Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| CA Foundation Exam Fee | ?1,500 |
| Late Fee (after standard last date) | ?600 |
| Total with Late Fee | ?2,100 |
The one-time Foundation course registration fee of ?9,000 paid at the time of enrolment is not part of the exam fee. Students must log into the ICAI SSP portal to complete the exam form and payment before the deadline.
CA Intermediate September 2026 Exam Fee
The CA Intermediate September 2026 exam fee is ?2,700 for Both Groups and ?1,500 for a Single Group. Students can appear in Group I (Papers 1–3), Group II (Papers 4–6), or both groups in the same attempt. Opting for Both Groups in one session saves ?300 compared to appearing in each group separately across two attempts.
| Exam Option | Exam Fee | Total with Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Both Groups (Group I + Group II) | ?2,700 | ?3,300 |
| Group I only (Papers 1–3) | ?1,500 | ?2,100 |
| Group II only (Papers 4–6) | ?1,500 | ?2,100 |
Students who have completed the required articleship period and satisfied other eligibility conditions are allowed to appear in the Intermediate exam. The one-time Intermediate course registration fee of ?15,000 paid at enrolment is separate from the exam fee charged each attempt.
CA Final September 2026 Exam Fee
The CA Final September 2026 exam fee is ?3,300 for Both Groups and ?1,800 for a Single Group. CA Final is the last level of the chartered accountancy course and has two groups — Group III (Papers 1–3) and Group IV (Papers 4–6). Students may choose to appear in one or both groups in the September 2026 session.
| Exam Option | Exam Fee | Total with Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Both Groups (Group III + Group IV) | ?3,300 | ?3,900 |
| Group III only (Papers 1–3) | ?1,800 | ?2,400 |
| Group IV only (Papers 4–6) | ?1,800 | ?2,400 |
Students appearing at overseas exam centers are charged an additional fee announced by ICAI separately for each session. The one-time CA Final course registration fee of ?22,000 paid at enrolment is not included in the per-attempt exam fee.
How to Pay ICAI CA September 2026 Exam Fee Online
All exam form submissions and fee payments for the September 2026 session must be completed through the ICAI SSP portal. Follow the steps below to register and pay without errors.
- Visit the official ICAI SSP portal at eservices.icai.org.
- Log in using your Student ID and password.
- Select Examination Form from the Services section.
- Choose your exam level (Foundation / Intermediate / Final) and the September 2026 session.
- Pick your preferred exam center from the available list.
- Select the group(s) you wish to attempt — applicable for Intermediate and Final students.
- Review all details on the form carefully before submitting.
- Pay the applicable fee via credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI.
- Download and save your payment acknowledgement slip as proof of registration.
If your payment is debited but the form does not appear as submitted, do not attempt a second payment. Check your registered email within 24 hours for a transaction confirmation, or contact ICAI’s exam support helpline for assistance.
ICAI CA September 2026 Registration Important Dates
The schedule below is based on ICAI’s typical exam calendar. Official dates for the September 2026 session will be published on the ICAI website and SSP portal once notified.
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Exam Form Submission Opens | June 2026 (expected) |
| Last Date Without Late Fee | July 3, 2026 (expected) |
| Last Date With Late Fee (?600 extra) | To be announced by ICAI |
| Admit Card Release | August 2026 (expected) |
| CA September 2026 Exams Begin | September 2026 |
ICAI CA September 2026 Exam Fee FAQs
Ques. What is the CA Foundation exam fee for the September 2026 session?
Ans. The CA Foundation exam fee for September 2026 is ?1,500. Students who register after the standard last date pay an additional late fee of ?600, making the total payable ?2,100.
Ques. What is the CA Intermediate exam fee for Both Groups in September 2026?
Ans. The CA Intermediate exam fee for Both Groups (Group I and Group II) is ?2,700 for the September 2026 session. For a Single Group — either Group I or Group II — the fee is ?1,500.
Ques. How much is the CA Final exam fee for September 2026?
Ans. The CA Final exam fee for September 2026 is ?3,300 for Both Groups (Group III and Group IV) and ?1,800 for a Single Group. With the ?600 late fee, totals become ?3,900 and ?2,400 respectively.
Ques. What is the late fee for ICAI CA September 2026 exam registration?
Ans. ICAI charges a late fee of ?600 for the September 2026 exam, applicable at all three levels — Foundation, Intermediate, and Final — for forms submitted after the standard last date.
Ques. Is the exam fee separate from the CA course registration fee?
Ans. Yes, these are two separate charges. The one-time course registration fee (?9,000 for Foundation, ?15,000 for Intermediate, ?22,000 for Final) is paid at enrolment. The exam fee (?1,500–?3,300) is paid each time you appear in the examination.
Ques. Where can I submit the ICAI CA September 2026 exam form?
Ans. You can submit the ICAI CA September 2026 exam form on the SSP portal at eservices.icai.org. Log in with your Student ID, select the exam level and session, choose your center and group(s), and complete the fee payment using credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI.
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