ICAI Executive Officer Recruitment 2026 Particulars Details Organization The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) Advertisement No. 07/2026/HRD/04 Post Name Executive Officer (Post Code: 2609) Total Vacancies 50 Job Location Delhi/Noida (Initial); Transferable anywhere in India Application Mode Online Application Start Date July 18, 2026 Application Last Date July 31, 2026 Written Test Date August 16, 2026 Age Limit 25 Years (as on June 30, 2026) Qualification Chartered Accountant (CA) Experience Not Required (Freshers Eligible) Pay Level Level 10 Official Website icai.org
Status Applications Open
Description The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has invited online applications under Advertisement No. 07/2026/HRD/04 for 50 Executive Officer posts (Post Code 2609), open to Chartered Accountants, including freshers, with no experience required. Online applications open on 18 July 2026 and close on 31 July 2026, with the written test scheduled for 16 August 2026.
Important Dates Event Date Start of Online Applications July 18, 2026 Last Date of Submission July 31, 2026 Date of Written Test August 16, 2026
Vacancy Details
Post Post Code Vacancies Location Executive Officer 2609 50 Delhi/Noida (Initial); Transferable anywhere in India
Eligibility Criteria Educational Qualification Requirement Details Qualification Chartered Accountant (CA) Experience Not Essential (Freshers Eligible)
Age Limit
Category Age Limit Maximum Age 25 Years (as on June 30, 2026)
Desirable Skill Sets Skill Area Details Technical Knowledge Accounting, Auditing, Financial Reporting, Direct and Indirect Tax laws Research & Drafting Technical papers, policy notes, standards Analytical Skills Compliance and regulatory evaluation Communication Effective communication, presentation, stakeholder coordination Software Proficiency MS Office, ERP/Accounting systems, digital learning tools Research Mindset Concept notes, discussion papers on evolving tax issues Coding Knowledge Basic understanding of coding and programming languages Financial Markets SEBI, RBI regulations, investor protection, financial literacy
Job Profile & Key Responsibilities Responsibility Area Details Technical Research, Standards & Guidance Drafting Accounting Standards, Auditing Standards, Valuation Standards, technical notes, exposure drafts Taxation & Policy Advisory Direct Taxation, GST, International Taxation, representations before CBDT, CBIC, Ministry of Finance Review & Oversight Reviewing financial statements, audit reports, compliance with AS/Ind AS, SAs, CARO, Companies Act Advisory & Disciplinary Functions Drafting opinions on accounting, auditing, taxation, ethics; supporting Disciplinary Directorate Capacity Building & Training Developing certificate courses, webinars, e-learning modules, investor awareness programs Administrative Support Preparing agendas, minutes, budgeting, vendor coordination, IT initiatives, examination management
Salary and Pay Scale Particular Details Pay Level Level 10 Basic Pay ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 Initial Total Compensation Approximately ₹15.68 Lakhs per annum Components Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, National Pension System (NPS) Additional Benefits Ex-Gratia for academic pursuit, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Gratuity
Application Fee Category Fee All Candidates ₹500 (Non-refundable, inclusive of all taxes)
Selection Process Stage Details Weightage Computer Based Test (CBT) MCQ + Descriptive Combined Performance Personal Interview As per ICAI norms Combined Performance
Exam Pattern Parameter Details Mode Computer Based Test (CBT) Medium English Total Marks 150 Duration 150 Minutes
Section-wise Breakup
Section Type Questions Marks General Section - Part A MCQ 30 30 General Section - Part B Descriptive 2 30 Technical Section MCQ 90 90 Total - - 150
Marking Scheme Type Marks Negative Marking MCQs 1 mark each 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer Descriptive Questions 15 marks each No negative marking
CBT Syllabus General Section Part A (MCQ) Part B (Descriptive) General Awareness Drafting of Official Letters / Memos / Office Notes / Reports Logical Reasoning Quantitative Aptitude English Language & Comprehension
Technical Section (MCQ) Subject Details Accounting Standards AS, Ind AS Advanced Auditing, Assurance and Professional Ethics Standards on Auditing, Ethics Financial Reporting Corporate Financial Reporting Corporate and Other Laws Companies Act, SEBI, RBI, FEMA Financial Management and Strategic Management Financial Management, Strategic Management Direct Tax Laws and International Taxation Income Tax, International Taxation Indirect Tax Laws GST, Customs Information Systems IT Systems, ERP
Required Documents Document Required Academic Qualification Documents Yes CA Certificate Yes Experience Certificates (if any) Yes Photo & Signature Yes NOC (if employed in Govt/PSU/Autonomous Body) Yes Original Documents For verification at interview
How to Apply Step Action Step 1 Visit official website: icai.org Step 2 Find Executive Officer Recruitment 2026 link Step 3 Fill online application form Step 4 Upload all required documents Step 5 Pay application fee of ₹500 online Step 6 Submit application before July 31, 2026 Step 7 Take printout for future reference
Important Instructions Instruction Details Mode of Application Online only; no offline applications accepted Communication Keep email and mobile active Incomplete Application Subject to rejection False Information Leads to rejection and debarment Probation One year (extendable for non-satisfactory performance) Posting Transferable anywhere in India Canvassing Leads to disqualification Corrigendum Published only on ICAI website
Important Links FAQs Question Answer How many vacancies are available? 50 Executive Officer posts What is the last date to apply? July 31, 2026 What is the qualification required? Chartered Accountant (CA) Is experience required? No, freshers are eligible What is the age limit? 25 years as on June 30, 2026 What is the pay scale? ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10) What is the application fee? ₹500 When is the written test? August 16, 2026 Is there negative marking? Yes, 0.25 marks for wrong MCQ answers Where is the initial posting? Delhi/Noida
