The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) will soon release the admit cards for the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) January 2026 exam. Students who registered for this important exam can expect to download their admit cards around December 31, 2025 . The CSEET January 2026 exam is scheduled for January 10, 2026 . This test will be held online from home, using a system called remote proctoring.
The admit card is a very important document for all candidates. Students must download it from the official website, icsi.edu . It acts as proof of your exam registration. Without this card, no student will be allowed to take the main exam or the practice mock test. ICSI usually makes the admit card available about 10 days before the exam date. For the January 2026 exam, admit cards are likely to be out by 4 PM on December 31, 2025 .
What is CSEET?
CSEET stands for Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test. It is the first step for students who want to become a Company Secretary (CS). A Company Secretary helps a company follow all legal rules, manages important documents, and advises on legal matters. Passing CSEET is necessary to move on to the next levels of the CS course.
Key Dates for CSEET January 2026
| Event | Date |
| CSEET January 2026 Exam Date | January 10, 2026 |
| Expected Admit Card Release Date | December 31, 2025 |
| Expected Admit Card Release Time | By 4 PM |
| Last Remote Exam (Applies to Jan 2026) | January 10, 2026 |
How to Download Your Admit Card
Once admit cards are released, students can download their CSEET January 2026 admit card by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official ICSI website: icsi.edu
- Look for the link 'CSEET January 2026 Admit Card'.
- Click on this link.
- Enter your login details: your Application Number and your Date of Birth .
- Your admit card will appear on the screen as a PDF file.
- Check all details on the admit card carefully. Make sure your name, photograph, and exam date are correct. If you find any mistakes, contact ICSI immediately.
- Save the admit card to your computer or phone.
- Print at least one copy of your admit card. Keep this copy safe for the exam day.
Exam Mode Changes: Remote to Offline
The CSEET January 2026 exam will be held in 'remote proctored mode'. This means you take the exam from home using your computer and internet. A supervisor (proctor) watches you through your computer's camera and microphone to ensure fair play. You must have a working webcam and microphone for this exam.
ICSI has announced that the January 2026 exam will be the last one conducted in this remote proctored online mode. From the June 2026 exam onwards, the CSEET exam will be offline. Students will have to go to a designated exam centre to write their test. This offline exam will take place over four days. Students who apply for CSEET after December 16, 2025 , will be registered for the June 2026 exam and will appear in this new offline format at exam centres.
Mock Test for Preparation
ICSI will also hold a mock test for candidates appearing in the January 2026 exam. This practice test helps students get familiar with the exam software, question pattern, and the remote proctoring system. It also helps them test their computer setup. The exact dates and details for this mock test will be announced by ICSI very soon on their official website. Students should regularly check icsi.edu for these important updates to prepare well for their exam.
All registered students are advised to keep their application number and date of birth ready. Checking the official website often will ensure a smooth process for the CSEET January 2026 examination.
