Last Verified: 2026-03-01 from official conducting body notifications.
This examination is Stage 2 of 3 in the official professional qualification pathway. Candidates must systematically complete all stages, training modules, and examinations to be admitted into the professional body.
CSEET Pass Route; Graduate Direct Entry Route
1-Month Executive Development Programme (EDP) + 21 months long-term practical training
Official Overview & Examination Scope
Purpose, Scope & Academic Impact
The core technical stage of the Company Secretary qualification under ICSI Syllabus 2022. It covers 7 in-depth papers across corporate jurisprudence, securities laws, economic and IP laws, and financial management. Passing both groups qualifies students for the CS Professional Programme and long-term practical training.
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
Total: 700 Marks (400 Marks in Group 1, 300 Marks in Group 2)| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 - Paper 1: Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws | Descriptive with Case Studies | 100 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Group 1 - Paper 2: Company Law & Practice | Descriptive with Case Studies | 100 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Group 1 - Paper 3: Setting Up of Business, Industrial & Labour Laws | Descriptive with Case Studies | 100 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Group 1 - Paper 4: Corporate Accounting & Financial Management | Descriptive with Case Studies | 100 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Group 2 - Paper 5: Capital Market & Securities Laws | Descriptive with Case Studies | 100 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Group 2 - Paper 6: Economic, Commercial & Intellectual Property Laws | Descriptive with Case Studies | 100 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Group 2 - Paper 7: Tax Laws & Practice | Descriptive with Case Studies | 100 Marks | 3 Hours |
Combination of descriptive problem-solving and case scenario evaluations. Minimum 40% in each individual paper and 50% group aggregate required.
Negative Marking Rule: No negative marking under ICSI Syllabus 2022 descriptive framework
Recommended Preparation Roadmap & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Benchmark
Group pass percentages range between 12% and 22%. Minimum 40 marks per paper and aggregate 50% required.
Participating Institutes / Career Pathways
Frequently Asked Questions
How many papers are there in CS Executive New Syllabus 2022?
Under Syllabus 2022, CS Executive consists of 7 papers: 4 papers in Group 1 and 3 papers in Group 2.
Can I write CS Executive exams in Hindi medium?
Yes, ICSI allows students the option to write all descriptive papers in English or Hindi.
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