Overview
The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) has released the examination timetable for the CMA December 2026 session on its official website. The schedule is relevant to eligible candidates appearing for the Foundation, Intermediate and Final examinations. This is an examination notification and does not involve recruitment; therefore, the total number of posts or vacancies is not applicable.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) |
| Post Name | Not applicable — CMA December 2026 Examination |
| Total Vacancies | Not applicable |
| Application Mode | Online examination form |
| Official Website | icmai.in |
Important Dates
Candidates should check the official paper-wise timetable before making travel or preparation plans. Separate dates may apply to Foundation, Intermediate and Final courses.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | December 2026 — paper-wise schedule released |
| Result Date | TBA |
Any deadline for submitting examination forms, including a late-fee window, will be governed by the detailed ICMAI examination notice. Candidates are advised not to rely solely on the general timetable and should verify course, group, paper, shift and examination-centre instructions online.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Eligibility differs according to the CMA course level for which the candidate intends to appear:
- Foundation: Candidates should meet ICMAI's prescribed admission and examination requirements. Ordinarily, applicants must have passed the Class 12 or equivalent examination before appearing for the Foundation examination, subject to institute rules.
- Intermediate: Candidates should have qualified the CMA Foundation examination or entered through an approved direct-entry route, such as a recognized degree or another qualification accepted by ICMAI.
- Final: Candidates must have passed the CMA Intermediate level and completed any other training, registration or course requirements prescribed for Final examination eligibility.
- Registration must remain valid for the relevant examination term. Candidates should confirm their registration status through the ICMAI student portal.
- Students awaiting completion of a qualifying requirement should read the detailed notification before submitting an examination form.
Age Limit
- ICMAI does not ordinarily prescribe a general upper age limit for appearing in CMA examinations.
- Course-level academic eligibility and valid registration are the primary requirements.
- Candidates must satisfy all conditions applicable to their Foundation, Intermediate or Final course.
Fees
- Examination fees vary depending on the course level, number of groups and examination centre category.
- Candidates applying after the regular deadline may be required to pay a late fee, if an extended window is announced.
- The final payable amount will be displayed in the online examination form before payment.
- Applicants should retain the transaction receipt and completed examination-form acknowledgement for future reference.
Selection Process
As this is a professional examination rather than a recruitment exercise, no interview-based selection process applies. Academic progression generally involves the following stages:
- Registration and examination form verification: ICMAI verifies course registration, eligibility, payment and examination-form details.
- Written examination: Eligible candidates appear for the applicable Foundation, Intermediate or Final papers on the scheduled dates.
- Result and qualification status: Results are declared after evaluation, and candidates who meet the prescribed passing criteria can proceed to the next course stage or complete the programme, as applicable.
How to Apply
- Visit the official ICMAI website at icmai.in using a secure browser.
- Open the Students, Examinations or latest announcements section on the homepage.
- Locate the notice for the CMA December 2026 examination timetable and download the PDF.
- Check the schedule carefully for the correct course, group, paper name, date, reporting time and examination shift.
- When the examination-form window opens, access the designated online application portal and log in with the required registration credentials.
- Select the correct course and group, enter the examination-centre preferences, and verify personal and academic details.
- Upload any documents requested by the portal and pay the applicable examination fee through the available online method.
- Submit the form only after reviewing all entries. Download the acknowledgement and payment receipt for reference.
- Monitor the official website for admit card updates, centre changes, revised instructions or timetable amendments.
Candidates should ensure that the name and registration number entered in the form match ICMAI records. Any discrepancy should be reported through the institute's official support channel well before the examination.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When will the ICMAI CMA December 2026 examinations be held?
The examinations are scheduled for December 2026. Candidates must consult the official timetable for paper-wise dates and shifts.
2. Is the CMA December 2026 examination form available now?
The examination-form opening and closing dates are TBA. Applicants should regularly check the ICMAI examination portal.
3. Where can candidates download the official timetable?
The CMA December 2026 timetable can be downloaded from the examination or student section of the official website, icmai.in.
