You can lose a CA attempt without writing a single answer. A missed form deadline costs you six months, and it is entirely preventable. This guide gives you the dates, the process and a checklist, so you submit your January 2027 exam form correctly the first time.
Key Dates for the ICAI January 2027 Exam Form
ICAI announced the January 2027 schedule on 23 September 2026. Current reports on the notification confirm the following:
| Item | Detail |
| Exam form opens | 3 November 2026, 10 AM |
| Last date without late fee | 16 November 2026 |
| Platform | ICAI Self Service Portal (SSP) |
| Foundation exam dates | 3, 5, 7 and 9 January 2027 |
| Intermediate Group I | 2, 4 and 6 January 2027 |
| Intermediate Group II | 8, 10 and 12 January 2027 |
| Exam start time | 2 PM |
ICAI usually keeps a short correction window open after the form window closes, typically about two days. Do not rely on it, because ICAI decides whether and when to open it. Always confirm every date on ICAI’s official notification, since the Institute can revise schedules.
Who Must Fill the Exam Form?
Every candidate appearing in the January 2027 Foundation or Intermediate exams must submit the form. Before you start, confirm that:
- your registration for the relevant course is active,
- you have completed the eligibility and study requirements ICAI sets for your level, and
- you know whether you will appear in one group or both (for Intermediate).
If you are unsure about eligibility, ask your ICAI regional office or your coaching mentor before you pay any fee.
Step-by-Step: How to Fill the CA Exam Form on SSP
Follow this sequence to avoid errors.
- Log in to SSP with your registration number and password. Reset your password early if you have forgotten it.
- Open the exam application section and select Foundation or Intermediate.
- Choose your group(s) for Intermediate carefully. Changing it later may not be possible.
- Select your exam centre. Mumbai is among the 207 cities ICAI has notified for the January 2027 session.
- Choose your medium. ICAI offers English and Hindi.
- Check your photograph and signature against ICAI’s specifications.
- Pay the fee online and wait for the payment confirmation.
- Download your submission receipt and keep it safely.
Exam Fees: What You Should Know
ICAI publishes fees by course, number of groups and centre location (for example, different amounts apply to overseas centres). Because fees can change between sessions, we do not quote a figure here. Instead, open the fee table in the official notification or inside SSP before you pay. Budget for a possible late fee if you submit after 16 November.
Exam Centres and Medium
ICAI will hold the January 2027 exams at 207 centres across India, along with overseas centres in Bahrain, Dubai and Kathmandu. Mumbai students normally have several centre options. Choose the centre closest to your home, and check travel time at 2 PM on a weekday, because afternoon traffic in Mumbai can add 30–45 minutes. Our experience with students in the city suggests that candidates who rehearse the commute arrive calmer and write better.
The Complete Pre-Submission Checklist
Tick each item before you press “Submit”:
- Registration is valid and your login works
- Group choice (Intermediate) is final
- Centre and medium are selected
- Photo and signature meet ICAI’s specifications
- Fee payment is complete and the receipt is saved
- Contact number and email are correct, because ICAI sends updates there
- You have set reminders for the form deadline and for the admit card release
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Waiting for the last day. Portals slow down when thousands of candidates log in together.
- Choosing the wrong group. Double-check before you confirm.
- Ignoring the receipt. If a payment fails silently, your receipt is your proof.
- Not reading the notification. ICAI’s official notice is the final authority, not social media posts.
What to Do Right After Submitting the Form
Your preparation should not wait for the admit card. Open your plan today:
- Foundation students can follow our 90-day CA Foundation study plan.
- Intermediate students can use our CA Intermediate study plan for January 2027.
If you want expert guidance for revision and mock tests, EdgeX Learning offers CA classes in Mumbai with regular doubt-solving sessions, a practice question bank and detailed revision lectures.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the CA January 2027 exam form start?
The application window opens on 3 November 2026 at 10 AM on ICAI’s Self Service Portal.
What is the last date to fill the CA exam form for January 2027?
Reports based on ICAI’s notification give 16 November 2026 as the last date without a late fee. A late-fee window may follow.
Is there a correction window after the form closes?
ICAI has usually opened one for about two days. Confirm on the portal, because it is not guaranteed.
Can I choose Mumbai as my exam centre?
Yes. Mumbai is on ICAI’s list of notified cities for January 2027.
Is the CA Final schedule included?
No. This notification covers Foundation and Intermediate only. Watch ICAI’s website for any CA Final announcement.
In which languages can I write the exam?
English and Hindi.