1
Business Communication
100 Marks | 120 Minutes- Essentials of Good English
- Communication Skills - Written & Oral
- Business Correspondence
- Interpersonal Skills
- Listening Skills
- Modern Forms of Communication
ICSI Syllabus 2025
Complete CS Course Syllabus Guide
Comprehensive curriculum structure for CSEET (4 papers), CS Executive (7 papers), and CS Professional (9 papers + electives). Updated as per ICSI New Syllabus 2022.
4
CSEET Papers
7
Executive Papers
9+
Professional Papers
3
Course Levels
Entrance Level
CSEET Syllabus
CS Executive Entrance Test - Your gateway to the Company Secretary profession
2
Legal Aptitude & Logical Reasoning
100 Marks | 120 Minutes- Indian Constitution
- Elements of Company Law
- Legal Awareness
- Logical Reasoning (Verbal & Non-verbal)
- Analytical Reasoning
- Data Sufficiency & Interpretation
3
Economic & Business Environment
100 Marks | 120 Minutes- Basics of Demand & Supply
- Forms of Business Organizations
- Indian Financial System
- Indian Economy & Business Environment
- Government Policies & Initiatives
- Economic Reforms & Liberalization
4
Current Affairs & Communication Skills
Viva Voce | 30 Minutes- National & International Current Affairs
- Government Schemes & Policies
- Corporate & Business News
- Presentation Skills Assessment
- Communication Ability Test
- Verbal & Non-verbal Communication
Exam Pattern: Computer Based Test (CBT) | MCQ Format | No Negative Marking
Second Level
CS Executive Syllabus
Executive Programme - 7 Papers divided into 3 Modules (New Syllabus 2022)
Module I (3 Papers)
Paper 1: Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws
- Sources of Law & Constitution
- Interpretation of Statutes
- Administrative & General Laws
- Arbitration & Conciliation
- Other Commercial Laws
Paper 2: Company Law & Practice
- Company Formation & Documents
- Share Capital & Debentures
- Members & Shareholders
- Directors & KMP
- Meetings & Compliances
Paper 3: Setting up of Business & Closure
- Types of Business Organizations
- Formation Procedures
- Registrations & Licenses
- Business Agreements
- Winding up & Closure
Module II (3 Papers)
Paper 4: Corporate & Management Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- Corporate Accounting
- Management Accounting
- Cost Accounting
- Financial Analysis
Paper 5: Securities Laws & Capital Markets
- SEBI Act & Regulations
- Securities Contracts Act
- Depositories Act
- Listing Agreements
- Insider Trading Regulations
Paper 6: Economic, Business & Commercial Laws
- Competition Act
- FEMA & FDI Regulations
- IBC & Insolvency
- Labour Laws
- Other Economic Laws
Module III (1 Paper)
Paper 7: Financial & Strategic Management
Financial Management
- Cost of Capital
- Capital Structure
- Investment Decisions
- Dividend Policy
Strategic Management
- Business Policy
- Strategic Analysis
- Formulation & Implementation
- Evaluation & Control
Final Level
CS Professional Syllabus
Professional Programme - 9 Papers + 1 Elective (New Syllabus 2022)
Module I (3 Papers)
Paper 1: Governance, Risk Management & Ethics
- Corporate Governance Principles
- Board Structure & Processes
- Risk Management Framework
- Internal Controls
- Business Ethics
- Sustainability & CSR
Paper 2: Advanced Tax Laws & Practice
- Direct Tax Laws
- International Taxation
- Transfer Pricing
- GST & Indirect Taxes
- Tax Planning & Compliance
- Tax Audit & Assessments
Paper 3: Drafting, Pleadings & Appearances
- Company Drafting
- Legal Drafting
- Pleadings & Conveyancing
- Appearing before Authorities
- RTI & Appeals
- Tribunal Practice
Module II (3 Papers)
Paper 4: Secretarial Audit & Due Diligence
- Secretarial Audit
- Internal Audit
- Due Diligence
- Compliance Management
- Stakeholders Relationship
- IPO Compliance
Paper 5: Corporate Restructuring & Insolvency
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Corporate Restructuring
- IBC & Insolvency
- Liquidation & Winding-up
- Cross Border M&A
- Valuation
Paper 6: Resolution of Corporate Disputes
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Company Law Litigation
- NCLT & NCLAT
- SEBI & ROC Proceedings
- Oppression & Mismanagement
- Class Action Suits
Module III (2 Papers)
Paper 7: Corporate Funding & Listings
- Sources of Finance
- IPO & Public Issues
- Listing Requirements
- Debt Financing
- Foreign Funding
- Banking & Financial Institutions
Paper 8: Multidisciplinary Case Studies
- Case Study Methodology
- Company Law Cases
- Securities Law Cases
- Economic Laws Cases
- Ethical Dilemmas
- Strategic Decision Making
Elective Papers (Choose One)
Paper 9.1: IPR Laws & Practice
Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Designs & Geographical Indications
Paper 9.2: Insurance Law & Practice
IRDAI Act, Insurance Contracts, Regulations & Compliances
Paper 9.3: Forensic Audit
Forensic Accounting, Fraud Detection, Investigation Techniques
Paper 9.4: International Business
International Trade, FEMA, Cross-border Transactions, WTO
Paper 9.5: Investment Banking
M&A Advisory, IPO Management, Financial Restructuring
Paper 9.6: Labour Laws & Practice
Industrial Relations, Wages, Social Security, New Labour Codes
Paper 9.7: Real Estate Laws & Practice
RERA, Transfer of Property, Land Laws, REITs
Your Journey
CS Course Structure
Complete path from CSEET to CS Professional
CSEET
Entrance Test
- 4 Papers
- MCQ Format
- Online Exam
- Held 4 times/year
CS Executive
Intermediate Level
- 7 Papers
- 3 Modules
- Descriptive + MCQ
- Held 2 times/year
CS Professional
Final Level
- 9 + 1 Papers
- 3 Modules
- Descriptive Format
- Held 2 times/year
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