ICSI Company Secretary Executive Programme Exam Practice Test
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The ICSI Company Secretary Executive Programme Exam is a pivotal professional qualification administered by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). This rigorous examination assesses a candidate's comprehensive understanding of corporate laws, governance, compliance, and strategic management, marking the intermediate stage in the journey to becoming a qualified Company Secretary (CS). Successfully clearing the Executive Programme is mandatory for progression to the final CS Professional Programme and is a testament to a candidate's mastery of complex legal, regulatory, and managerial frameworks governing modern businesses. The certification is highly valued across industries, public sector undertakings, and consultancy firms, as it signifies a professional equipped to handle critical functions like board processes, securities law compliance, corporate restructuring, and risk management. It serves as a key differentiator in the corporate landscape, opening doors to specialized roles in corporate legal departments, compliance offices, and corporate advisory services.
Sample Questions
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The general rule of limitation under Article 137 of the Schedule to the Limitation Act 1963 prescribes a limitation period of how many years for any application for which no period is provided elsewhere?
A Section 8 company under the Companies Act 2013 desiring to alter its objects clause requires:
E-invoicing under GST has been made mandatory under Rule 48(4) of the CGST Rules 2017 for taxpayers whose aggregate turnover in any preceding financial year from 2017-18 onwards exceeds:
The rule in Hadley v. Baxendale (1854), adopted in Section 73 of the Indian Contract Act 1872, deals with which of the following?
The Statement of Cash Flows under Ind AS 7 classifies cash flows into:
Exam insights and study advice
This certification is a non-negotiable milestone for a career as a Company Secretary in India and is recognized under the Company Secretaries Act, 1980. It matters because it provides statutory recognition, confers a specialized professional identity, and is often a prerequisite for senior compliance and governance roles. In an era of heightened regulatory scrutiny and emphasis on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) norms, a CS Executive qualification signals to employers a deep, verified competency in ensuring corporate accountability and legal integrity. It directly impacts career trajectory, leading to roles such as Deputy Company Secretary, Compliance Manager, and Corporate Advisor, with significant influence on remuneration and professional standing within the corporate hierarchy.
What this exam covers
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01Paper 1: Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws
Topics
- Single part (100 Marks)
Learning objectives
- Single part (100 Marks)
02Paper 2: Company Law & Practice
Topics
- Part I - Company Law - Principles and Concepts (60 Marks)
- Part II - Company Administration & Meetings (40 Marks)
Learning objectives
- Part I - Company Law - Principles and Concepts (60 Marks)
- Part II - Company Administration & Meetings (40 Marks)
03Paper 3: Setting Up of Business, Industrial & Labour Laws
Topics
- Part I - Setting Up of Business (60 Marks)
- Part II - Industrial & Labour Laws (40 Marks)
Learning objectives
- Part I - Setting Up of Business (60 Marks)
- Part II - Industrial & Labour Laws (40 Marks)
04Paper 4: Corporate Accounting and Financial Management
Topics
- Part I - Corporate Accounting (60 Marks)
- Part II - Financial Management (40 Marks)
Learning objectives
- Part I - Corporate Accounting (60 Marks)
- Part II - Financial Management (40 Marks)
05Paper 5: Capital Market & Securities Laws
Topics
- Part I - Capital Market (40 Marks)
- Part II - Securities Laws (60 Marks)
Learning objectives
- Part I - Capital Market (40 Marks)
- Part II - Securities Laws (60 Marks)
06Paper 6: Economic, Commercial and Intellectual Property Laws
Topics
- Part I - Economic & Commercial Laws (60 Marks)
- Part II - Intellectual Property Laws (40 Marks)
Learning objectives
- Part I - Economic & Commercial Laws (60 Marks)
- Part II - Intellectual Property Laws (40 Marks)
07Paper 7: Tax Laws & Practice
Topics
- Part I - Direct Tax (60 Marks)
- Part II - Indirect Tax (40 Marks)
Learning objectives
- Part I - Direct Tax (60 Marks)
- Part II - Indirect Tax (40 Marks)