Company Secretary (CS)
Build a Career in Corporate Law, Compliance & Governance
Qualify with ICSI’s CS credential and become a Key Managerial Personnel in any company.

About CS
The Company Secretary (CS) course is one of the most prestigious professional qualifications in India, designed for individuals who aspire to build a career in corporate law, compliance, governance, and strategic management. Conducted by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), the CS program prepares professionals to take up key managerial and advisory roles in companies across sectors.
CS professionals are actively involved in corporate decision-making processes, including negotiations, regulatory coordination, mergers and acquisitions, and dispute resolution — making them indispensable Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) in any organisation.
For those preparing for this journey, structured CS coaching in Mumbai can provide expert faculty guidance and a well-planned path across all three levels.

Why CS?
Career Opportunities After CS
- Perfect Combination of Law and Business
- High Growth and Salary Potential
- Direct Exposure to Top Management
- Opportunity for Independent Practice
- Strong Future Demand and Relevance
- Professional Respect and Recognition
- KMP Position in Any Company
- Company Secretary
- Compliance Officer
- Corporate Governance Advisor
- Legal & Secretarial Consultant
- Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor
- Corporate Restructuring Consultant
- Governance, Risk & ESG Consultant
- Independent Practicing CS
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CS Course Structure
CSEET
| Particulars | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Clear Class 12th |
| Exemptions | Graduates, postgraduates, ICAI/ICAI-CMA are exempted from CSEET |
CSEET
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration fees (Including Student Induction and Online Classes) | INR 7,500 |
| Examination Fees | INR 1,500 |
| SC/ST | 50% concession |
| Physically handicapped | 50% concession |
| ICSI Staff and ward/spouse of ICSI staff | 75% concession |
| Examination Session | Registration Period |
|---|---|
| June Session | 1st October – 31st January |
| October Session | 1st February – 31st May |
| February Session | 1st June – 30th September |
CSEET
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Computer-based exam conducted online from home. Students need to attempt all 4 papers. |
| Papers | 4 |
| Exam Period | 3 times a year – Feb, June and October |
| Exam Pattern | 100% Objective, No Negative Marks |
CSEET
| Papers | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Business Communication |
| Paper 2 | Fundamentals of Accounting |
| Paper 3 | Economic and Business Environment |
| Paper 4 | Business Law and Management |
CS EXECUTIVE
| Features | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Cleared CSEET | The candidate should have cleared the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test (CSEET). |
| Graduates/Postgraduates | Candidates who are graduates or postgraduates in any discipline (excluding Fine Arts) are also eligible to register directly for the CS Executive Examination. |
CS EXECUTIVE
| Fee components | Fees |
|---|---|
| CSEET Route Registration Fee | INR 18,400 |
| Registration Validity | 5 years |
| Direct entry Registration Fee | INR 23,400 |
| Exam Fee | INR 1,500 per module |
CS EXECUTIVE
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | The written exam is conducted offline at ICSI-approved centers. Students need to attempt at least one module. |
| Papers | 7 |
| Exam Period | Two times – June and December |
| Exam Pattern | 100% Descriptive |
| Pass Criteria | Minimum of 40% in each paper and an aggregate of 50% |
CS EXECUTIVE
| Modules | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Module 1 | Paper 1 – Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws Paper 2 – Company Law & Practice Paper 3 – Setting Up of Business, Industrial & Labour Laws Paper 4 – Corporate Accounting & Financial Management |
| Module 2 | Paper 5 – Capital Market & Securities Laws Paper 6 – Economic, Commercial & Intellectual Property Laws Paper 7 – Tax Laws and Practice |
CS PROFESSIONAL
| Feature | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Cleared CSEET & CS Executive | The candidate should have cleared the CSEET and CS Executive exams. |
CS PROFESSIONAL
| Component | Fees |
|---|---|
| ICSI Registration Fee | INR 20,000 |
| ICSI Exam Fee | INR 1,800 per module |
CS PROFESSIONAL
| Components | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Exam Period | Twice a year, in June and December. |
| Exam Pattern | 100% Descriptive |
| Pass Criteria | Minimum of 40% in each paper and an aggregate of 50% |
CS PROFESSIONAL
CS Professional Syllabus 2025
| Paper Number | Subjects |
|---|---|
| 1 | Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) – Principles & Practice Part I: Governance and Sustainability Part II: Risk Management Part III: Environment & Sustainability Reporting |
| 2 | Drafting, Pleadings and Appearances Part I: Drafting and Conveyancing Part II: Pleadings and Appearances |
| 3 | Compliance Management, Audit & Due Diligence Part I: Compliance Management Part II: Audit & Due Diligence |
| 4 | Elective 1 (Select one Paper out of 5 Elective Papers) |
| 5 | Strategic Management & Corporate Finance Part I: Strategic Management Part II: Corporate Finance |
| 6 | Corporate Restructuring, Valuation and Insolvency Part I: Corporate Restructuring Part II: Valuation Part III: Insolvency, Liquidation & Winding-up |
| 7 | Elective 2 (Select one Paper out of 5 Elective Papers) |
CS Professional Syllabus Elective Subjects
Electives: 1
| Paper Number | Electives |
|---|---|
| 4.1 | CSR & Social Governance Part I: Corporate Social Responsibility Part II: Social Governance |
| 4.2 | Internal and Forensic Audit Part I: Internal Audit Part II: Forensic Audit |
| 4.3 | Intellectual Property Rights – Law & Practice |
| 4.4 | Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics and Cyber Security: Laws & Practice |
| 4.5 | Advanced Direct Tax Laws & Practice |
Electives: 2
| Paper Number | Electives |
|---|---|
| 7.1 | Arbitration, Mediation & Conciliation Part I: Arbitration & Conciliation Part II: Mediation |
| 7.2 | Goods and Services Tax (GST) & Corporate Tax Planning Part I: Goods and Services Tax (GST) Part II: Corporate Tax Planning |
| 7.3 | Labour Laws & Practice |
| 7.4 | Banking & Insurance: Laws & Practice Part I: Banking Laws Part II: Insurance Laws |
| 7.5 | Insolvency and Bankruptcy – Law & Practice |
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