ICAI to Reopen CA Final November 2026 Application Window from August 1

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced that it will reopen the application period for the Chartered Accountancy (CA) Final examination scheduled for November 2026. This reopening will take place from August 1 to August 5, 2026. Candidates who are interested in applying for the exam should keep an eye on the official ICAI website, icai.org, where a detailed announcement regarding the application process is expected to be published soon. During this window, eligible candidates will have the opportunity to submit their application forms and pay the necessary fees until the deadline of August 5, 2026.

To successfully complete their applications, candidates are advised to prepare specific documents in advance. The previous deadline for submitting applications without incurring a late fee was July 19, 2026, while those who missed this date could submit their applications until July 22, 2026, by paying a late fee of Rs 600. Additionally, a correction window was made available from July 23 to July 25, 2026, allowing candidates to modify certain details in their applications. The decision to reopen the application window has been made to provide more candidates with the chance to apply for the CA Final examination, reflecting the institute's commitment to accessibility in the examination process.