The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) will soon release the admit cards for the January 2026 Chartered Accountancy (CA) exams. Students who registered for the CA Foundation , CA Intermediate , and CA Final exams can expect to download their hall tickets very soon. These exams are set to take place from January 5 to January 24, 2026 . Students must download their admit cards from the ICAI eservices website using their login details.
An admit card is like your entry ticket for the exam. It confirms your registration, shows your exam centre, and lists your exam dates. Without it, you cannot enter the examination hall. Therefore, downloading and carefully checking your admit card is a very important step before the exams.
ICAI CA January 2026 Exam Schedule
The ICAI has already announced the dates for the January 2026 CA exams. Here is the full schedule:
| CA Exam Course | Exam Dates (January 2026) |
| CA Foundation | January 18, 20, 22, 24, 2026 |
| CA Intermediate (Group 1) | January 6, 8, 10, 2026 |
| CA Intermediate (Group 2) | January 12, 15, 17, 2026 |
| CA Final (Group 1) | January 5, 7, 9, 2026 |
| CA Final (Group 2) | January 11, 13, 16, 2026 |
How to Download Your ICAI CA January 2026 Admit Card
The process to download the admit card is the same for all CA courses. Follow these simple steps:
- Go to the official ICAI eservices website: https://eservices.icai.org/
- Look for the link that says ‘ CA Admit Card for Jan 2026 exams ’ and click on it.
- Enter your User ID and password to log in.
- You may need to enter your registered mobile number for a verification step.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen as a PDF file.
- Download the PDF file. You must then save and print a colour copy of your admit card.
Important Instructions for Exam Day
Students must remember a few key rules regarding their admit card for the exams:
- You must carry your CA January 2026 admit card on every exam day.
- Only a colour printout of the admit card will be accepted as a valid document. Black and white printouts are not allowed.
- Check all details on your admit card carefully. Make sure your name, photo, signature, exam dates, and subjects are correct.
- Find your allotted test centre location. It is a good idea to visit the centre once before your exam date to understand the route and travel time. This helps avoid stress on the actual exam day.
Prepare well and follow all instructions to ensure a smooth exam experience. Wishing all students the best for their upcoming CA January 2026 exams.
