The CS Course
CS Programme Course Details
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is a premier professional body established under an Act of Parliament, the Company Secretaries Act, 1980. Founded on October 4, 1968, the ICSI is dedicated to promoting and regulating the profession of Company Secretaries in India. The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) stands as a beacon of excellence in the field of corporate governance and professional regulation. With its unwavering commitment to promoting ethical practices, enhancing professional standards, and contributing to the development of the corporate sector, ICSI continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of corporate governance in India and beyond.
Company Secretary in Employment
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This is not the exhaustive list.
Four Levels in the CS Programme
Eligibility Criteria: Candidates who have passed 10+2 or equivalent students of Arts, Science or Commerce stream (Excluding Fine Arts).
Procedure for CSEET Registration
Step 1: Visit the official website of ICSI
Step 2: Click on the tab ‘Online Services’ and then click ‘Register for CSEET’.
Step 3: Next, tick the required checkbox button and Proceed to CSEET Registration.
Step 4: Fill all the required basic details and select the CSEET registration fees details.
Step 5: Upload the mandatory documents required. Then click next.
Step 6: Then, preview the application and click “Confirm Application” after previewing.
Step 7: Next, select the payment mode and press the Next button.
Step 8: After this, a Transaction ID is generated. Make sure to note it down for future use.
Required Documents for CSEET Registration
You’ll be required to upload the scanned copy of original documents.
- A scanned copy of your photograph.
- Scanned signature.
- Date of birth certificate (10th pass certificate).
- Hall ticket/admit card of class 12 (if applicable).
- 10+2 passing certificate/mark sheet.
- Category certificate (if you’re availing fee concession).
Choose any of the following identity proofs:
- Aadhar Card
- Passport
- Voter ID
- Pan Card
- Driving License
- Ration Card
Guidelines for Uploading Documents:
- File format should be jpg, jpeg, png, gif, bmp, or pdf.
- The maximum file size allowed is 2 MB.
- Scanned photo file size should be between 20kb to 50kb.
- Scanned signature file size should range from 10kb to 20kb.
Course Curriculum
Part 1: Business Communication (50 Marks)
Part 2: Legal Aptitude, Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude (70 Marks)
Part 3: Economic and Business Environment (50 Marks)
Part 4: Current Affairs (30 Marks)
Manner of Examination: Multiple Choice Questions
Mode of Examination: Remote Proctored Mode or any other mode as may be decided by the Council from time to time.
Duration: Two Hours (Total for all the four Parts)
Marks: 200 Marks
Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates who have finished their graduation or post-graduation in any field except fine arts.
- Candidates who have passed the CA Final exam, CMA Final exam, or any equivalent accountancy exam recognized by the Council of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, either in India or abroad.
Procedure for Direct Entry Registration
Step 1: Open this registration link
Step 2: Tick the options in the appropriate boxes and proceed further and click the button proceed for registration. After clicking, a new page will be opened. This new page will show two options:-
- New Registration
- Incomplete Registration
If the candidate will opt for new registration, all details are required to be filled.
Step 3: Click on the next button after filling all the required details.
Step 4: Upload all the mandatory documents
Step 5: Make the payment
Required Documents for Direct Entry Registration
You’ll be required to upload the scanned copy of original documents.
- Candidate’s photograph and signature
- Date of Birth Certificate (Class 10 pass certificate)
- Admit card for Class 12 examination
- Qualification Certificate (Class 12 mark sheet or certificate, CSEET passed certificate, ICAI/ICWAI Final pass certificate, Graduation pass certificate, Graduation Consolidated mark sheets, or Post Graduation pass certificate/Consolidated mark sheets)
- Category certificate (if applicable, other than general)
- Identification proof (such as Aadhar card, passport, PAN card, driver’s license, or ration card)
Course Curriculum
Paper 1: Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws
Paper 2: Company Law & Practice
Paper 3: Setting Up of Business, Industrial & Labour Laws
Paper 4: Corporate Accounting and Financial Management
Paper 5: Capital Market & Securities Laws
Paper 6: Economic, Commercial and Intellectual Property Laws
Paper 7: Tax Laws & Practice
Mode of Examination: Combination of both 20% case based objective type questions and 80% descriptive questions at all papers at Executive Programme except Paper No. 4 i.e. Corporate Accounting and Financial Management which is 100% descriptive.
Duration: 3 Hours (each paper)
Marks: 100 Marks (each paper)
Eligibility Criteria:
- In order to become eligible for registration as a student of the Executive Programme, he/she should not be less than 17 years of age on the date of his/ her application.
- Candidates who have passed the CSEET (Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test) conducted by the ICSI are eligible.
- Candidates who have finished their graduation or post-graduation in any field except fine arts.
- Candidates who have passed the CA Final exam, CMA Final exam, or any equivalent accountancy exam recognized by the Council of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, either in India or abroad.
Procedure for CS Executive Registration
Step 1: Go to the official ICSI website.
Step 2: Select “Online Services” from the menu bar. If you’re registering for the first time, click on “Register for CS Course.” If you’ve passed the CSEET exam, click on the other option.
Step 3: Fill in your basic info and address, and generate a unique ID. Then, provide the required details.
Step 4: Check the CS Executive fees and upload your documents as per the given specifications.
Step 5: Review your application, make the payment, and save the transaction ID. For future use, get the transaction receipt.
Required Documents for CS Executive Registration
You’ll be required to upload the scanned copy of original documents.
- Candidate’s photograph and signature
- Date of Birth Certificate (Class 10 pass certificate)
- Admit card for Class 12 examination
- Qualification Certificate (Class 12 mark sheet or certificate, CSEET passed certificate, ICAI/ICWAI Final pass certificate, Graduation pass certificate, Graduation Consolidated mark sheets, or Post Graduation pass certificate/Consolidated mark sheets)
- Category certificate (if applicable, other than general)
- Identification proof (such as Aadhar card, passport, PAN card, driver’s license, or ration card)
Course Curriculum
Paper 1: Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws
Paper 2: Company Law & Practice
Paper 3: Setting Up of Business, Industrial & Labour Laws
Paper 4: Corporate Accounting and Financial Management
Paper 5: Capital Market & Securities Laws
Paper 6: Economic, Commercial and Intellectual Property Laws
Paper 7: Tax Laws & Practice
Mode of Examination: Combination of both 20% case based objective type questions and 80% descriptive questions at all papers at Executive Programme except Paper No. 4 i.e. Corporate Accounting and Financial Management which is 100% descriptive.
Duration: 3 Hours (each paper)
Marks: 100 Marks (each paper)
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates should have passed the CS executive examination with a minimum of 40% in each paper and 50% marks aggregate in all subjects.
Procedure for CS Professional Registration
Step 1: Go to the official website of ICSI – icsi.edu
Step 2: Click on the link “Online Services” given in the menu bar of the home page
Step 3: Now click on the option “Student Portal” and log in to your ICSI account. Enter your Username and Password, proceed forward.
Step 4: Once logged in, select the option Students and click on “My Account”
Step 5: Now look for the option “Professional Registration” as shown in the given image and fill the application form in online mode.
Step 6: You will find your details in your account. Now upload the pass mark sheet of both modules of the CS Executive exam.
Step 7: Complete the CS Professional registration fee payment of Rs. 12000. The payment can be done through Credit Card / Debit Card / NetBanking.
Step 8: Once the payment is complete, the registration is successful. Now candidates can go to the “Others” option and download Registration Letter / E-Identity Card.
Required Documents for CS Professional Registration
You’ll be required to upload the scanned copy of original documents.
- Photograph of the candidate
- Signature of candidate
- DOB certificate
- CSEET passed certificate, CS Executive passed certificate
- Category Fee
- Identity Proof
Course Curriculum
Paper 1: Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) – Principles & Practice
Paper 2: Drafting, Pleadings and Appearances
Paper 3: Compliance Management, Audit & Due Diligence
Paper 4: Elective 1 (Select one Paper out of 4 Elective Papers)
- CSR & Social Governance
- Internal and Forensic Audit
- Intellectual Property Rights – Law & Practice
- Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics and Cyber Security – Laws & Practice
Paper 5: Strategic Management & Corporate Finance
Paper 6: Corporate Restructuring, Valuation and Insolvency
Paper 7: Elective 2 (Select one Paper out of 5 Elective Papers)
- Arbitration, Mediation & Conciliation
- Goods and Services Tax (GST) & Corporate Tax Planning
- Labour Laws & Practice
- Banking & Insurance – Laws & Practice
- Insolvency and Bankruptcy – Law & Practice
Mode of Examination: Descriptive
For Elective Papers: Descriptive & Open Book
Duration: 3 Hours (each paper)
Marks: 100 Marks (each paper)