ICAI CA 2026 Mock Test Paper Series I & II Schedule Out - Check Dates

Eligibility

This notice pertains to mock test administration and does not specify recruitment or eligibility requirements for employment. For CA candidates, refer to ICAI examination eligibility criteria and official communications for any exam-related prerequisites.

Important Dates

• Announcement date: August 10, 2026
• Mock Test Paper Series I: September 9-21, 2026
• Mock Test Paper Series II: September 23-October 5, 2026
• Exam timing for both series: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Schedule Details

• Series I (September 9-21, 2026) and Series II (September 23-October 5, 2026) are available in physical and virtual modes.
• Paper dates and timings are subject to change as per ICAI communications. Always verify on the official ICAI website.

Note on Dates

Some dates are announced by the Board of Studies and may be updated. If exact calendar dates or month-specific entries are difficult to resolve, the original text from the notification should be consulted for the most accurate timing.

Fees

Not applicable. No application or participation fees are mentioned for the Mock Test Papers.

How to Register and Attempt

• Modes of attempting the Mock Tests:
  • Physical mode: Appear at your ICAI branch or regional office.
  • Virtual mode: Download the question papers from the BoS Knowledge Portal / BoS MTP Registration Portal and attempt them at home within the prescribed time.
• How to register for ICAI CA Final Mock Test Papers:
  1. Go to the BoS MTP Registration Portal Student Login.
  2. New users should select "Register Now."
  3. Enter your ICAI Registration Number and Date of Birth.
  4. Provide the registered Email ID as available in SSP records.
  5. Verify the OTP sent to your registered email to complete login/registration.

Important Instructions

• Mock Test Papers are recommended for self-assessment but not compulsory.
• Attempt each paper strictly within the allotted time to simulate real exam conditions.
• If opting for physical mode, confirm venue and reporting time with your local ICAI branch/regional office in advance.
• Always cross-check the live schedule and updates on the official ICAI website, as dates can be revised.

Rationale

Mock Test Papers help candidates become familiar with exam patterns, practice time management, identify weak topics, and build confidence ahead of the actual November 2026 CA Final examinations.

FAQs (concise)

• When will the Mock Test Papers Series be held? Series I: Sep 9-21, 2026; Series II: Sep 23-Oct 5, 2026 (2:00 PM-5:00 PM).
• Are mock tests compulsory? No, but highly recommended as a self-assessment tool.
• Can I attempt online from home? Yes, in virtual mode by downloading papers from the BoS portals and attempting within the time limit.
• How to register for physical mode? Contact your ICAI branch or regional office for venue details.
• When will question papers and keys be available? Question papers will be uploaded on the scheduled date; keys will be released within about 48 hours of paper start time.