The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) conducts the Company Secretary (CS) examination twice a year, offering aspiring candidates a chance to pursue a prestigious corporate governance and compliance career. The December 2021 session of the ICSI CS exam is an essential milestone for those looking to embark on this professional journey. 

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the crucial aspects of the exam, including dates, application procedures, eligibility criteria, syllabus, exam pattern, and the selection process.

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Dates and Schedule

The December 2021 session of the ICSI CS exam follows a well-defined schedule to ensure a smooth examination process. The important dates for various events related to the exam are as follows:

• Release of official notification: The notification for the December 2021 session of the ICSI CS exam was issued in [insert date].
• Commencement of online registration: Online registration for the exam began on [insert date].
• Deadline for online registration: The last date to register for the exam was [insert date].
• Admit card availability: Admit cards for the exam were made available for download from [insert date].
• Examination dates: The ICSI CS December 2021 exam covered various stages and modules on [insert dates].
• Result declaration: The results of the December 2021 session of the ICSI CS exam are expected to be announced by [insert date].

Application Procedure

Candidates aspiring to appear for the ICSI CS December 2021 exam must follow a systematic application process. The steps involved in the application procedure are outlined below:

• Online registration: Candidates had to register themselves on the official website of ICSI by providing essential details such as name, contact information, and educational qualifications.
• Fee payment: After successful registration, candidates were required to remit the examination fee through the online payment gateway provided on the website. The fee structure varied depending on the modules the candidate opted for.
• Submission of documents: Candidates had to upload scanned copies of supporting documents, including photographs and signatures, along with the application form, as per the specifications outlined in the official notification.
• Confirmation of registration: Upon completing the application process and fee payment, candidates received a confirmation email or SMS acknowledging their registration for the exam.

Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for the ICSI CS December 2021 exam, candidates needed to ensure they met the eligibility criteria set forth by the Institute. The eligibility requirements for appearing in the exam were as follows:

To be eligible for the ICSI CS Executive Exam 2021, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Successful Completion of CS Foundation Exam: Candidates who have passed the CS Foundation Exam can enroll in the Company Secretary Executive program. No minimum percentage is required to qualify for the CS Foundation program.
• Mandatory CSEET Qualification: All students, except for a few exempted categories, must clear the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) to register for the Executive Programme. CSEET serves as a qualifying test for registration.
• Age Requirement: Candidates must be at least 17 years old at the time of application.
• Educational Qualification: To be eligible for CSEET, candidates must have completed Class 12. Additionally, graduates or postgraduates eligible for direct registration to the Executive Programme also need to clear CSEET for registration.

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Syllabus

The syllabus for the ICSI CS December 2021 exam was designed to assess candidates' knowledge and understanding of various concepts related to company law, corporate governance, ethics, taxation, and other relevant subjects. The syllabus was divided into different modules or stages, each covering in-depth specific topics. Some of the key subjects included in the syllabus were:

• Company Law
• Corporate Governance
• Tax Laws
• Economic and Commercial Laws
• Securities Laws and Capital Markets
• Financial, Treasury, and Forex Management
• Ethics, Governance, and Sustainability

Exam Pattern

Understanding the exam pattern is crucial for candidates to strategize their preparation effectively. The ICSI CS December 2021 exam followed a structured pattern consisting of multiple-choice questions (MCQs), descriptive questions, and case studies. The exam pattern varied for different stages or modules of the CS course, as outlined below:

Foundation Programme: The Foundation Programme comprised MCQ-based papers covering subjects such as Business Environment and Law, Business Management, Ethics and Entrepreneurship, Business Economics, and Fundamentals of Accounting and Auditing.

Executive Programme: The Executive Programme included MCQ-based and descriptive papers covering Company Law, Cost and Management Accounting, Tax Laws, Economic and Commercial Laws, and Securities Laws and Capital Markets.

Professional Programme: The Professional Programme consisted of advanced-level papers covering Corporate Restructuring, Insolvency, Liquidation and Winding-Up, Drafting, Appearances and Pleadings, and Ethics, Governance, and Sustainability.

Candidates were required to attempt the papers according to the prescribed format and adhere to the instructions provided by the exam conducting authority.

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Selection Process

The selection process for the ICSI CS December 2021 exam involved several stages, including registration, submission of application forms, issuance of admit cards, conduct of the examination, and declaration of results. Candidates who successfully cleared the exam were eligible to proceed to the next stage of the CS course, depending on the module they had applied for. The selection criteria were based on the candidates' exam performance, as determined by the marks obtained in each paper or module.

ICSI CS Executive Exam Application Form 2021

ICSI will release the application form for the CS Executive Programme in December 2021.

The examination fee for CS Executive 2021 is Rs. 1200 per module if paid before the last date. A late fee of Rs. 250 will be applicable in addition to the Rs. 1200 fee after the last date.

Follow the steps below to complete the CS Executive Exam Form:

• Visit the official website of ICSI.
• Log in using the username and password provided during CS Executive registration.
• Navigate to Module -> Enrolment -> Enrolment Request.
• Select the applicable year, course, syllabus, etc., and click on ‘Add Enrolment Request’.
• Fill in details such as Country, Medium, and Module Combination, then click ‘Next’.
• Review the confirmation page to ensure all details are accurate, then click ‘Confirm Application’.
• Proceed to pay the application fee using the preferred mode of payment, then click ‘Next’.
• Download and print the application acknowledgment for future reference.