When is the rescheduled ICAI CA Intermediate Paper 5 exam?

The ICAI CA Intermediate Paper 5 (Auditing and Ethics) is rescheduled to January 31, 2026.

Do I need a new admit card for the ICAI CA Intermediate exam on Jan 31?

No, your existing admit card issued for the original date will remain valid for the new examination date.

Are the ICAI CA Foundation exams affected by the postponement?

No, the CA Foundation exams scheduled for January 2026 will proceed as originally planned.

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CA Exam Rescheduled: Auditing Paper Moved to Jan 31

19 Jan

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Summary

CA Intermediate Paper 5 moved to January 31, 2026.
Existing admit cards remain valid for the new exam date.
CA Foundation exams will proceed as originally scheduled.

CA Exam Rescheduled: Auditing Paper Moved to Jan 31

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced a new date for the CA Intermediate Examination, Paper 5, focusing on Auditing and Ethics. This exam, originally scheduled for January 19, 2026, has been rescheduled to January 31, 2026. The ICAI confirmed that the examination will occur at the same centers and times.

Candidates holding existing admit cards need not worry, as these will remain valid for the rescheduled date. The ICAI has also clarified that the exam will proceed even if January 31, 2026, is declared a public holiday. This decision provides certainty for thousands of students preparing for this important paper.

Furthermore, the ICAI has confirmed that the CA Foundation examinations will proceed as per their original schedule on January 20, 22, and 24, 2026. Affected Intermediate candidates are advised to note the revised date and consult the official ICAI website for further updates.