The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially announced the mock test schedule for candidates appearing in the CA Intermediate January 2026 exams. According to the ICAI notification, the CA Intermediate Mock Test Series I will commence on November 18, while Mock Test Series II will begin on December 6, 2025. The mock tests are designed to help students familiarize themselves with the exam pattern, enhance time management, and self-assess their preparation level ahead of the main exams.
The ICAI CA Intermediate January 2026 mock tests will be conducted in both physical and virtual modes. Students wishing to appear in physical mode are advised to contact their respective ICAI branches to register for the tests, while those opting for the virtual mode can access the papers through the BoS Knowledge Portal available
ICAI CA INTERMEDIATE MOCK TEST SERIES 1 SCHEDULE
| Date | Paper |
| November 18 | Paper 1: Advanced Accounting |
| November 20 | Paper 2: Corporate and Other Laws |
| November 22 | Paper 3: Taxation |
| November 24 | Paper 4: Cost and Management Accounting |
| November 26 | Paper 5: Auditing and Ethics |
| November 28 | Paper 6: Financial Management & Strategic Management |
ICAI CA Intermediate Mock Test Series 2 Schedule
| Date | Paper |
| December 6 | Paper 1: Advanced Accounting |
| December 8 | Paper 2: Corporate and Other Laws |
| December 10 | Paper 3: Taxation |
| December 12 | Paper 4: Cost and Management Accounting |
| December 15 | Paper 5: Auditing and Ethics |
| December 17 | Paper 6: Financial Management & Strategic Management |
Important Details on ICAI Mock Test Papers
According to ICAI, the question papers for each subject will be uploaded on the BoS Knowledge Portal by 9:30 AM on the respective test dates. Students can download the papers and attempt them within the stipulated time limit prescribed for each subject.
The answer keys for these mock test papers will be uploaded within 48 hours of the commencement of each test. Students are encouraged to compare their responses with the official answer keys to evaluate their performance and identify improvement areas before the final examination.
ICAI CA Intermediate January 2026 Exam Dates
The CA Intermediate January 2026 exam will be conducted in two groups as follows:
- Group 1 exams: January 6, 8, and 10, 2026
- Group 2 exams: January 12, 15, and 17, 2026
The application window to submit exam forms will open on November 3, 2025, through ICAI’s Self Service Portal (SSP). Candidates must complete the online registration and pay the applicable examination fee within the stipulated time.
Significance of the Mock Test Series
The ICAI mock test series serves as a critical preparation tool for CA aspirants. It enables candidates to:
- Practice under exam-like conditions.
- Improve speed, accuracy, and time management.
- Analyze their preparation level through official answer keys.
- Gain confidence before appearing for the actual exams.
With the ICAI CA Intermediate January 2026 mock test series beginning on November 18 and the main exams scheduled for January 2026, candidates are advised to make the most of these practice sessions. The mock tests provide an excellent opportunity for aspirants to fine-tune their preparation, strengthen weak areas, and improve performance before the final exams, for more details CLICK HERE
