The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the Online Eligibility Test (ET) for the Post Qualification Course on Information Systems Audit (ISA). The test will be conducted on Saturday, 14 November 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, under the ISA 3.0 syllabus.
The test is organized by the Digital Accounting and Assurance Board of ICAI. Eligible members who have completed their Professional Training (PT) and meet the prescribed eligibility criteria by 31 July 2026 can appear for the examination.
Summary
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Organization: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
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Examination: ISA Online Eligibility Test (ET)
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Course: Post Qualification Course on Information Systems Audit
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Syllabus: ISA 3.0
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Exam Date: 14 November 2026 (Saturday)
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Exam Timing: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
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Eligibility Deadline: 31 July 2026
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Registration Portal: ICAI Learning Portal
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Contact Email: isa@icai.in
Important Announcement for ISA Candidates
ICAI has clarified that the last attempt under the old ISA 2.0 syllabus has expired. Members who could not clear the ISA Eligibility Test under ISA 2.0 must now appear under the revised ISA 3.0 syllabus.
Members are advised to ensure that they satisfy the prescribed eligibility requirements before proceeding with registration for the test.
How to Register for the ICAI ISA Eligibility Test 2026
First-time candidates can follow these steps to register for the online ISA Eligibility Test:
Step 1: Visit the ICAI Learning Portal and log in using your SSP login credentials.
Step 2: Go to your dashboard and select the following product:
“PQC- Information Systems Audit 3.0 --Eligibility_Test_Nov-2026”
Step 3: Click on Launch Assessment and complete the face registration process as per the instructions provided.
Step 4: After submitting your response, close the assessment window. On the day of the eligibility test, appear for the examination by clicking the Assessment node.
Eligibility Criteria
Members who have completed their Professional Training (PT) and meet the eligibility criteria for the ISA Eligibility Test by 31 July 2026 will be eligible to appear for the test scheduled on 14 November 2026.
Candidates should carefully review the applicable eligibility requirements and registration instructions before attempting the assessment.
Contact ICAI for Queries
In case of any discrepancy or clarification regarding the ISA Eligibility Test, members can contact ICAI through the following email address:
Email: isa@icai.in
Conclusion
ICAI members planning to pursue the Information Systems Audit qualification should complete the registration process through the ICAI Learning Portal and prepare according to the ISA 3.0 syllabus. Candidates who were unable to clear the test under ISA 2.0 must now appear under the revised syllabus.