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    CA Foundation Exam Form May 2026 (OPEN): Fees, How to Fill, Last Date

    CA Foundation Exam Form May 2026 (OPEN): Fees, How to Fill, Last Date

    Updated on 03 Mar 2026, 11:59 AM IST

    The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has opened the CA Foundation May 2026 exam form window on March 3, 2026. Candidates who have completed their CA Foundation registration before January 1, 2026, can fill and submit the exam form online through the ICAI website, icai.org. The deadline to fill the exam form for the CA Foundation May 2026 session without late fees is March 16, 2026. Candidates who miss the initial deadline for the CA Foundation May 2026 exam can submit the form with a late fee of Rs 600 until March 19, 2026. Earlier, ICAI notified the CA Foundation May exam form dates 2026 through an official notification. The CA Foundation May 2026 exam dates are May 14, 16 18, and 20, 2026.

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    1. CA Foundation Exam Form May 2026 Dates
    2. CA Foundation exam form fees 2026
    3. CA Foundation correction window 2026
    4. Things to Take Care of While Filing the CA Foundation Application Form
    CA Foundation Exam Form May 2026 (OPEN): Fees, How to Fill, Last Date
    CA Foundation Exam Form May 2026

    The ICAI will also open the CA Foundation May 2026 exam form correction window from March 20 to 22, 2026. Applicants can log in through their credentials and make changes in the exam form. The CA Foundation exam form fees is Rs. 1500 for Indian candidates. For candidates wishing to appear for the exam outside India, the CA Foundation exam form fee is $325. Candidates from Kathmandu and Bhutan have to pay an application fee of Rs 2200. The CA Foundation exams will be conducted at the designated exam centres. Candidates can read the article below for more information regarding the CA Foundation May 2026 exam form date and schedule.

    CA Foundation Exam Form May 2026 Dates

    Particulars

    Dates

    Availability of CA Foundation exam form

    March 3, 2026

    CA Foundation exam form last date - without late fee

    March 16, 2026

    CA Foundation exam form last date with late fees

    March 19, 2026

    Application correction window

    March 20 to 22, 2026

    CA Foundation exam date 2026

    May 14, 16, 18 and 20, 2026

    CA Foundation exam form 2026 - Documents required

    Candidates before filling out the CA application form 2026 for Foundation should gather the following documents:

    • Photos and signatures of candidate (all in digital format)

    • Valid Email address, mobile number and personal identification number (PIN

    • Fee payment method

    • Copy of CA Foundation registration letter

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    How to fill CA Foundation 2026 exam form?

    Aspirants can register for the CA Foundation exam 2026 online at - icaiexam.icai.org. Candidates can fill out the exam form by following the instructions given below:

    • Firstly, visit the official ICAI website using the link provided in this article or directly to the official website.

    • Enter the login details and complete one-time registration by filing the foundation course registration number, date of birth, e-mail id and mobile no. After registration click on Apply Now

    • Complete the form and attach the signed, written statement. Verify the information on the review page, then fill out the CA Foundation exam application form 2026.

    • Pay the CA Foundation examination registration cost.

    • A PDF of your CA Foundation 2026 exam application receipt is suggested to keep for future use.

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    CA Foundation exam form fees 2026

    Candidates, before completing the online payment, should cross-check whether all the required fields such as gender, registration number, medium of exam etc is properly filled. The fees has to be paid online. The status of payment can be checked through the option available on the official website - icaiexam.icai.org.

    CA Foundation 2026 exam form fees

    Exam venueFee details

    For Indian Centre(s)

    Rs. 1500

    Late exam fee

    Rs. 600

    For Kathmandu (Nepal) Centre

    Rs. 2200

    For Overseas Centre(s) – Excluding Kathmandu Centre

    USD 325

    Late fee for overseas centre

    USD 10

    CA Foundation 2026 exam form fee payment mode

    • VISA or MASTER or MAESTRO

    • Credit / Debit Card / Rupay Card

    • Net Banking

    • Bhim UPI

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    CA Foundation exam form declaration 2026

    The printout copy of the CA Foundation 2026 exam form should include a statement signed by the applicant and witnessed by a parent or legal guardian stating that the applicant has not previously passed the CA Foundation examination.

    CA Foundation correction window 2026

    ICAI also provides an online facility/opportunity for seeking a change of CA Foundation exam centre/medium for appearing in the exam. The CA Foundation May 2026 exam form correction window will be open for two days from March 20 to 22, 2026. The opportunity called “Correction Window” is free of cost. Upon submission of the request, the candidates get a “Successful Submission” confirmation on the screen.

    Things to Take Care of While Filing the CA Foundation Application Form

    Candidates must take care of the following things when filling up the CA Foundation Application Form

    • Ensure there is no mismatch between the information filled in at the time of registration and submitting the CA Foundation application form
    • Ensure good internet connectivity when filling up the application form so that the process is smooth.
    • Fill out the form using a desktop computer/laptop and not from a mobile
    • Keep your online banking credentials at hand to pay the online application fee
    • Fill out the form with care to avoid any mistakes
    • Keep a printout of the CA Foundation application form for future reference

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: How can I check CA Foundation exam form status?
    A:

    Candidates can check the status of their CA Foundation exam form and fees through the login portal at icaiexam.icai.org.

    Q: What is the exam form fees for CA Foundation 2026?
    A:

    The exam form fees for CA Foundation 2026 for Indian candidates is Rs. 1,500.

    Q: In what mode can candidates fill the CA Foundation exam form 2026?
    A:

    The CA Foundation exam form can be filled in online mode only.

    Q: What if the photograph/signature is not visible in the exam form?
    A:

    Candidates whose photograph or signature or both are not visible on the final exam form PDF have to take a print of the form (PDF) and send it to the Examination Department of ICAI.

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