ICSI CS Foundation Programme Examination Important Guidelines
Candidates must check the guidelines for ICSI CS foundation programme examination to be held on December 27 and 28, 2022. The exam is expected to be conducted in online proctored mode.
CS Foundation Examination Guidelines
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India will conduct CS foundation programme examination for December 2022 session on December 27 and 28. The timings for the ICSI CS 2022 Foundation exam are mentioned on the admit card. Test takers must read the instructions carefully and strictly follow them before appearing for the exam. As per the important guidelines for the CS foundation programme candidates must follow the instructions related to examination mode. Read this complete article to know the general instructions and process for online proctored examination.
CS Foundation Examination Important Guidelines: General Instructions
1. Immediately after taking the print of the ICSI CS 2022 admit card for foundation programme, candidates must verify the following details mentioned on the admit card. In case of any discrepancy, candidates must contact at- http://support- support.icsi.edu
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2. The examination will be conducted in remote proctored mode I.e.,
- Candidates must download the safe exam browser in their desktop or laptops as per the link that is provided.
- Candidates will be continuously monitored through the audio/video mode by the invigilator/supervisor (Proctor).
3. Candidates must keep the documents ready with them- Admit card, Student identity card issued by the Govt. Departments viz. Passport, Driving License, UID Aadhar card, PAN card or Voter ID card on the day of the examination for the verification process conducted by the invigilator. Only candidates whose identities will match will be allowed to appear for the examination. No other document will be permitted to be kept except the admit card and photo identity card.
Q: Can I get into ICSI Delhi with 70%?
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) in Delhi has specific eligibility criteria for applicants. Prospective students must be at least 17 years old and pass the CSEET (Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test). This test is conducted four times a year in January, May, July, and November. After successfully completing the CSEET, candidates are required to register for the CS Executive Programme within six months.
It's worth noting that the percentage obtained in 10+2 does not solely determine admission. As long as the exam is passed in any stream, one still has a chance. However, performing well in the CSEET could greatly enhance one's chances of securing a seat at ICSI Delhi. Admission here depends on merit and seat availability.
Q: What is the entrance exam for ICSI Delhi 2023?
The entrance exam for ICSI Delhi 2023 is the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET). The CSEET is a mandatory entrance exam for admission to the CS program offered by ICSI Delhi. The CSEET exam is conducted four times a year in January, May, July, and November. The upcoming CSEET 2023 exam is scheduled on November 4, 2023. The CSEET exam is conducted in remote proctored mode, and the exam pattern includes four papers, including Business Communication, Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning, Economic and Business Environment, and Current Affairs, Presentation and Communication Skills.
Q: Where is ICSI CS exam conducted?
ICSI CS examinations for CS Executive, Professional is conducted at designated exam centres acroiss various cities in India. The ICSI selects and announced the list of exam centres for each exam session. The number of exam centres and cities may vary from session to session. The ICSI CS exam centres are usually spread across various cities in India to accomodate students from different regions of India. To know the complete list of ICSI CS exam centres region wise, candidates must check the link provided below to know the updated list of exam centres for December 2023 session. Click here to check the ICSI CS exam centres
Only candidates who will fill the ICSI CS application form along with the payment of the application fee will be able to know the alloted exam centre when the admit card is released.
4. Test takers must log in 40 minutes prior to the commencement of the examination. No candidates will be allowed to appear for the exam 30 minutes after the commencement of the examination and no candidate will be permitted to finish the exam until the expiry of 45 minutes of the commencement of the examination.
5. The question paper will consist of 50 multiple choice questions of two marks each. 45 minutes will be given for each paper.
6. The screen will display the question paper in both languages- Hindi and English except for Business Management, Ethics and Entrepreneurship paper.
7. Candidates will not be required to appear for the paper from which they have been exempted as shown on the admit card. In case of any discrepancy, it must be brought to the notice of the Directorate of Student Services of the Institute in writing at the support portal.
Q: Which are the ICSI CS exam centres in East region of India?
Autorities have released the list of ICSI CS exam centres. Check the list of the ICSI CS exam centres in the Eastern region of India: Bhagalpur, Kolkata Zone-I, Bhubaneswar I, Kolkata Zone-II, Bhubaneswar II, Kolkata Zone-III, Bokaro, Kolkata Zone-IV, Dhanbad, Patna, Guwahati, Ranchi, Hooghly, Rourkela, Howrah, Sambalpur, Imphal, Siliguri, and Jamshedpur.
Candidates will be able to enter the ICSI CS exam centre preferences while filling the ICSI CS enrollment form. The enrollment form window will open from August 26, 2023. Only candidates who have registered for ICSI CS Executive or CS Professional programme for December 2023 session will be able to fill the enrollment form.
Q: How many seats are available for the CS programme at ICSI Delhi?
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) in Delhi provides a Company Secretary (CS) programme with a total capacity of *50-100 seats*. This enables a substantial number of students to embark on this esteemed course, focusing on corporate governance and secretarial responsibilities. It's important to note that the admission procedure is competitive, requiring interested candidates to prepare thoroughly. It is advisable to refer to the official ICSI Delhi website or get in touch with them directly for the latest and most accurate information.
Q: What documents are required at CS Executive exam centre?
On the day of the CS Executive examination, candidates must ensure to carry the following documents, failing which candidates will not be permitted to enter the examination hall:
- Admit card
- Any identity proof card issued by the Government authorities:
- Passport
- Driving License
- PAN Card
- UID Card
- Aadhar Card
- Voter I-Card
Candidates must possess the ID card as downloaded from individual online accounts at support.icsi.edu and should be attested by the authorized official of the institute. Candidates must affix their photograph in case the photograph or signature is not available on the CS Executive, Professional admit card. However, candidates must get it attested by the Gazetted member/Officer of ICSI/Principal of a Recognized School/Manager of Nationalised Bank.
Q: When will be CS Executive examination conducted for upcoming session?
ICSI has announced the CS Executive exam dates for June 2025 session. Candidates who are willing to appear for the June 2025 session of CS Executive exam can check the updated schedule below:
Executive Examination (New Syllabus 2022) | Dates |
|---|---|
Jurisprudence, Interpretation and General Laws (Group-1) | 01-June-2025 |
Capital Market and Securities Laws (Group-2) | 02-June-2025 |
Company Law and Practice (Group-1) | 03-June-2025 |
Economic, Commercial and Intellectual Property Laws (Group-2 | 04-June-2025 |
Setting Up of Business, Industrial and Labour Laws (Group-1) | 05-June-2025 |
Tax Laws and Practice (Group-2) | 06-June-2025 |
No Examination | 07-June-2025 |
Corporate Accounting and Financial Management (Group-1) | 08-June-2025 |
Q: When will CS Professional examination be conducted for the upcoming session?
ICSI has announced the CS Professional exam dates 2025 for June session at icsi.edu. Candidates preparing for the CS Professional examination June 2025 can check the updated schedule below:
CS Professional Old Syllabus (2017) | CS Professional New Syllabus (2022) | Exam Dates |
|---|---|---|
Governance, Risk Management, Compliances and Ethics (Module – I) | Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)- Principles and Practice (Group 1) | 01-June-2025 |
Secretarial Audit, Compliance Management and Due Diligence (Module – II) | Strategic Management and Corporate Finance (Group 2) | 02-June-2025 |
Corporate Funding and Listings in Stock Exchanges (Module – III) | Drafting, Pleading and Appearances (Group 1) | 03-June-2025 |
Advanced Tax Laws (Module – I) | Corporate Restructuring, Valuation and Insolvency | 04-June-2025 |
Corporate Restructuring, Insolvency, Liquidation and Winding – up (Module – II) | Compliance Management, Audit and Due Diligence (Group 1) | 05-June-2025 |
Multidisciplinary Case Studies [Open Book Exam.] (Module – III) | Elective 2 (One out of 5 subjects): [Open book examination] Group 2 Arbitration, Mediation and Conciliation Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Corporate Tax Planning Labour Laws and Practice Banking and Insurance- Laws and Practice Insolvency and Bankruptcy- Law and Practice | 06-June-2025 |
No Examination | No Examination | 07-June-2025 |
Drafting, Pleadings and Appearances (Module – I) | Elective 1 (One out of 4 subjects) [Open book exam] Group 1 CSR and Social Governance Internal and Forensic Audit Intellectual property Rights- Law and Practice Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics and Cyber Security- Law and Practice | 08-June-2025 |
Resolution of Corporate Disputes, Non– Compliances and Remedies (Module – II) | No Examination | 09-June-2025 |
Elective 1 out of below 5 subjects [Open Book Exam.] (Module – III) (i) Banking - Law and Practice (ii) Insurance - Law and Practice (iii) Intellectual Property Rights – Laws and Practices (iv) Labour Laws and Practice (v) Insolvency – Law and Practice
| No Examination | 10-June-2025 |
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Instructions for appearing for CS Foundation programme examination
8. Every candidate must compulsorily appear for the paper/subject(s) they have enrolled for. In case any student remains absent due to any reason he/she shall be declared a failure. However, in case a candidate who has been granted exemption in any one subject i.e., Paper 1 or 2 (on the first day i.e., December 15, 2022) or Paper 3 or 4 (on the second day i.e., December 16, 2022) as the case may be, he/ she is required to answer only those questions in the relevant subject/paper in which he/she is enrolled.
9. Candidates will be required to score a minimum of 40% in each paper to qualify and 50% in aggregate of all papers put together. There will be no negative marking for any wrong answers.
10. Candidates will not be permitted to keep any electronic gadgets such as mobile phones, smartwatches, iPad, palmtops, pager any book, or handwritten materials with them during the examination.
11. On the second day of Examination i.e. December 16, 2022, for Examination relating to Business Economics (BE) (Paper 413) and Fundamentals of Accounting and Auditing (FAA) (Paper 414) the Candidates will be permitted to use an ordinary calculator (12 digits, 6 functions and 2 memories) and rough sheets (blank papers) for calculation purpose. In no case, a scientific calculator or calculator with more than 2 memory will be allowed. It will be mandatory for the Candidates to show the calculator and pages for rough work to remote proctor/invigilators.
12. In case of violation regarding the use of a calculator and rough sheet the candidature of the test taker will stand cancelled.
13. An illustrative list of ordinary calculators is also annexed to the “Instruction to Examinees”. In no case, the calculator should have more than 12 digits, 6 functions and 2 memories.
14. Candidates in any case must not adopt any unfair means such as talking, whispering, copying, referring to handwritten/printed material, or using electronic items.
15. Candidates’ eligibility to appear in the CS Foundation Programme Examination shall be subject to the provisions of the Company Secretaries Regulations, 1982 (as amended fromtime to time) as in force and the guidelines issued by the Council from time to time.
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