ICAI Executive Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 50 Posts (Advt. No. 07/2026/HRD/04)

Recruitment of Executive Officer (Post Code: 2609) in Pay Level-10

Organization: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) | Post: Executive Officer | Total Posts: 50 | Pay Scale: Pay Level-10 | Last Date: 31 July 2026 | Application Fee: 500/- | Eligibility: CA | Age Limit: 18 to 25 Years |

Latest Update

ICAI Executive Officer Recruitment 2026 has been officially released by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) under Advertisement No. 07/2026/HRD/04 for a total of 50 vacancies in the Executive Officer (Position Code: 2609) category. ICAI invites online applications from qualified Chartered Accountants, including freshers. Eligible candidates can submit their online application forms at www.icai.org from 18 July 2026 to 31 July 2026, with the Computer Based Test scheduled for 16 August 2026.

Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Advertisement No.	07/2026/HRD/04
Post Name / Code	Executive Officer / 2609
Total Posts	50
Qualification	Chartered Accountant (Freshers Eligible)
Maximum Age Limit	25 years (as on 30.06.2026)
Compensation	Pay Level-10 (Basic Pay ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500; approx. ₹15.68 lakh CTC per annum)
Job Location	Initial posting at Delhi/Noida (Liable to be transferred anywhere in India)
Application Start Date	18 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	31 July 2026
Written Test (CBT) Date	16 August 2026
Application Fee	₹500 (Non-refundable)
Mode of Application	Online Only
Official Website	www.icai.org

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	18 July 2026
Online Application Starts	18 July 2026
Last Date to Submit Application	31 July 2026
Computer Based Test (CBT)	16 August 2026
Personal Interview	To be announced after CBT

Vacancy Details

Position / Code	Total Vacancies
Executive Officer / 2609	50

ICAI reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel the number of vacancies as per its organizational requirements.

Eligibility Criteria

✔ Educational Qualification

• Candidates must be a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) from a recognized body.
• Experience is not essential — freshly qualified Chartered Accountants are eligible to apply.

✔ Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 25 years as on 30 June 2026.
• Age relaxation is applicable as per ICAI rules for eligible categories.

✔ Desirable Skill Sets

• In-depth knowledge of Accounting, Auditing, Financial Reporting, or Direct/Indirect Tax laws.
• Research and drafting ability (technical papers, policy notes, accounting standards).
• Analytical and review skills for compliance and regulatory evaluation.
• Effective communication, presentation, and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, ERP/accounting systems, and digital learning tools.
• Familiarity with financial markets, investor protection laws, and securities regulations (SEBI, RBI, MCA).

Job Profile & Key Responsibilities

The Executive Officer will support ICAI's committees, boards, and directorates in executing mandates relating to accounting, auditing, taxation, corporate laws, and financial reporting:

• Technical Research & Standards: Drafting and reviewing Accounting Standards (AS/Ind AS), Standards on Auditing (SAs), Valuation Standards, exposure drafts, and impact assessments.
• Taxation & Policy Advisory: Working on Direct Tax, GST, International Taxation, and IBC matters; assisting in representations before CBDT, CBIC, and the Ministry of Finance.
• Review & Oversight: Reviewing financial statements and audit reports for compliance with AS/Ind AS, SAs, CARO, and the Companies Act.
• Advisory & Disciplinary Functions: Drafting technical opinions and assisting the Disciplinary Directorate in reviewing complaints and files.
• Capacity Building: Developing certificate courses, webinars, and investor awareness modules.
• Administrative Support: Preparing committee agendas and minutes, budgeting, and supporting IT/e-learning initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Level: Pay Level-10 (Basic Pay ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500)
• Approximate Annual Package: ₹15.68 lakh initially
• Allowances & Perks: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and National Pension System (NPS) contribution.
• Additional Facilities: Ex-Gratia for academic pursuit, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Gratuity, and medical benefits as per ICAI service conditions.

Important Links

Application Fee

Category	Fee
All Candidates	₹500 (Non-refundable, inclusive of applicable taxes)

The application fee must be paid online through the payment gateway during form submission. Applications without fee payment will be rejected.

How to Apply Online

Step 1: Visit the official website at www.icai.org and navigate to the Careers / Recruitment section.

Step 2: Click on the link for "ICAI Executive Officer Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 07/2026/HRD/04)".

Step 3: Register using a valid email ID and mobile number to generate login credentials.

Step 4: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications (CA passing details), and communication address.

Step 5: Upload the required documents including recent photograph, scanned signature, and CA certificate.

Step 6: Pay the application fee of ₹500 online using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

Step 7: Review all details, submit the application form, and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Selection Process

The selection process for ICAI Executive Officer consists of two stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective (MCQs) and Descriptive examination carrying 150 marks.
2. Personal Interview: Conducted for candidates who qualify the CBT stage based on merit.

CBT Exam Pattern

Section	Type	Questions	Marks
General Section – Part A	MCQ	30	30
General Section – Part B	Descriptive	2	30
Technical Section	MCQ	90	90
Total	-	122	150 Marks

Duration: 150 Minutes

Medium: English

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong MCQ answer (No negative marking for descriptive questions).

CBT Syllabus

✔ General Section

Part A (MCQs):

• General Awareness
• Logical Reasoning
• Quantitative Aptitude
• English Language & Comprehension

Part B (Descriptive):

• Drafting of Official Letters / Memos / Office Notes / Reports

✔ Technical Section (MCQs)

• Accounting Standards & Ind AS
• Advanced Auditing, Assurance and Professional Ethics
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Corporate and Other Business Laws
• Financial Management and Strategic Management
• Direct Tax Laws and International Taxation
• Indirect Tax Laws (GST & Customs)
• Information Systems & Controls

Why This Recruitment Is Important

• Premier entry-level opportunity for freshly qualified Chartered Accountants in a statutory apex regulatory body.
• Attractive Pay Level-10 compensation of approx. ₹15.68 lakh CTC per annum with government-aligned allowances.
• Direct exposure to policy formulation, Accounting Standards, and regulatory representation before CBDT, CBIC, SEBI, and RBI.
• Transparent, merit-based selection through an all-India CBT and Interview process.

General Conditions

• Only online applications through the official registration portal are accepted.
• Selected candidates will be on probation for a period of one year.
• Candidates serving in Government, PSUs, or Autonomous bodies must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the interview.
• Initial posting will be at Delhi/Noida with liability to serve or transfer to any ICAI office across India.
• Candidates must keep their registered mobile number and email ID active until the completion of recruitment.

Important Links Table

Descriptions	Link
Apply Online Portal	Click Here to Apply
Official Notification PDF	Download Detailed Notification
ICAI Career Page	Visit Careers Section
ICAI Official Website	www.icai.org

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many total posts are available in ICAI Executive Officer Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 50 vacancies have been announced under Position Code 2609.

Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
Ans: The online application portal is active from 18 July 2026 to 31 July 2026.

Q3. What is the application fee?
Ans: The application fee is ₹500 (non-refundable) payable online.

Q4. Are fresh CA candidates eligible to apply?
Ans: Yes, candidates must be qualified Chartered Accountants. Prior post-qualification experience is not essential.

Q5. What is the upper age limit?
Ans: The maximum age limit is 25 years as on 30 June 2026.

Q6. What is the selection process?
Ans: Selection is based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) carrying 150 marks followed by a Personal Interview.

Q7. What is the salary structure for Executive Officer?
Ans: Selected candidates will receive compensation under Pay Level-10 (Basic Pay ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500) with an approximate initial annual package of ₹15.68 lakh plus DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and NPS.

Q8. Where will the selected candidates be posted?
Ans: Initial posting is at Delhi/Noida, with liability to be posted or transferred anywhere in India.