Job Overview
| Recruitment Board | ICAI |
| Post Name | Executive Officer – 50 Posts |
| Qualification | CA |
| Salary | The Executive Officer post carries a well-defined government-style pay scale under Pay Level 10, along with several allowances and retirement benefits. Here are the confirmed compensation details from the notification. Pay Level 10 - Basic Pay of Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500. Initial total compensation is approximately Rs. 15.68 lakhs per annum. Compensation consists of Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and the National Pension System (NPS). Additional benefits include Ex-Gratia for academic pursuit, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Gratuity, and other benefits as per service conditions. |
| Age Limit | The maximum age limit for the Executive Officer post is 25 years, as on 30.06.2026. The notification does not mention any age relaxation for reserved categories. |
| Post Date | 18/07/2026 |
| Last Date | 31-07-2026 |
Eligibility / Qualification
The core eligibility requirement for this post is holding the Chartered Accountant qualification, with no prior work experience mandated. However, ICAI has also listed a set of desirable skills that candidates are expected to bring to the role. Qualification: Chartered Accountant. Experience: Not essential - freshers are eligible to apply. Desirable skill sets mentioned in the notification include: In-depth knowledge of Accounting, Auditing, Financial Reporting, Direct and Indirect Tax laws, and related laws. Research and drafting ability for technical papers, policy notes, and standards. Analytical and review skills for compliance and regulatory evaluation. Effective communication, presentation, and stakeholder coordination. Proficiency in MS Office, ERP/accounting systems, and digital learning tools. A research-oriented mindset with the ability to prepare concept notes and discussion papers on evolving tax issues. Basic understanding of coding and programming languages. Familiarity with financial markets, investor protection laws, securities regulations (SEBI, RBI, etc.), and financial literacy initiatives.
Application Fee
ICAI has fixed a single, non-refundable application fee for this recruitment, payable only through the online portal at the time of applying. Candidates should note that an incomplete payment will not count as a complete application. Application fee: Rs. 500 (Non-refundable), inclusive of all applicable taxes. The application is treated as complete only after submission of all required details and successful payment of the fee. Incomplete applications are liable to be rejected.
Selection Process
Selection for the Executive Officer post is based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a personal interview, with a fixed structure of MCQ and descriptive questions across two sections. Here is the detailed exam pattern as given in the notification. Parameter Details Mode of Examination Computer Based Test (CBT) Medium/Language English Question Paper Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) + Descriptive General Section – Part A (MCQ) 30 Questions, 30 Marks General Section – Part B (Descriptive) 2 Questions, 30 Marks Technical Section (MCQ) 90 Questions, 90 Marks Total Marks 150 Exam Duration 150 minutes Marking Scheme MCQs: 1 mark each; Descriptive Questions: 15 marks each Negative Marking MCQ: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer; Descriptive: not applicable For centre allotment, candidates can select their preferred test centre through the online portal, but the final allotment is based on seat availability and preference, and no request for change of centre will be entertained. The final selection is based on combined performance in the written test and the interview.