CA Intermediate Exam 2026 Update: Auditing and Ethics Paper Postponed by ICAI, Details Inside

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has postponed the CA Intermediate Group II Paper 5 – Auditing and Ethics exam, which was originally scheduled for January 19, 2026. This decision will affect students in India and abroad. The ICAI has cited "unavoidable circumstances" for this change.

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All other CA Intermediate exams will be held as scheduled. Students do not need to worry about their admit cards, as the existing hall tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled date. The examination center will also remain the same. The ICAI will soon announce the revised date on its official website, and candidates are advised to regularly check ICAI notifications for updates.

Which Exam has been Postponed?

Only the Auditing and Ethics paper (Paper 5) of CA Intermediate Group II has been postponed. The other papers of Group II, as well as the Group I exams, will be conducted as per the original schedule. This postponement applies to all students appearing for the exam in India and abroad.

The ICAI has stated that the exam has been postponed due to "unavoidable circumstances." The institute has not provided detailed reasons, but students can be assured that this change is only for one paper and will not significantly impact the overall examination schedule.

Students should regularly check the ICAI website for updates, as the revised date for the Auditing and Ethics paper will be officially announced on icai.org. In the meantime, candidates should continue preparing and practicing for Paper 5 so that they are fully prepared on the rescheduled exam date.

To avoid confusion or misinformation, it is crucial to rely only on official ICAI announcements for information and refrain from seeking information from unreliable sources.

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