The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the online Assessment Test for the Certificate Course on Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection (FAFD), scheduled for November 28, 2026. Eligible members must complete face registration by November 20, 2026, at 5:30 PM.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has scheduled the next online Assessment Test for its Certificate Course on Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection (FAFD) for November 28, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon through the ICAI Digital Learning Hub at learning.icai.org.
Registration for the assessment test will remain open from October 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM until November 20, 2026, at 5:30 PM. Candidates must complete the mandatory face registration and authentication process within the prescribed deadline. ICAI has clarified that no further extension will be provided. Face registration approval may take 24–48 hours.
Members appearing for the first time are not required to pay an assessment fee, while candidates reappearing after an unsuccessful attempt must pay ₹590, inclusive of 18% GST. Eligible members must have completed their professional training by September 30, 2026, and fulfilled the prescribed eligibility criteria, including the required marks in module tests and project work and 90% attendance in professional training.
A mock test will be conducted on November 25, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 noon. Although participation is optional, ICAI recommends attending it to become familiar with the examination interface.
The assessment must be accessed using a desktop or laptop with a webcam and a stable internet connection. Mobile phones and tablets are not permitted. Candidates must also ensure that they log in before 10:59 AM on the examination day, as late login will not be allowed.
For queries or clarification, members may contact fafp@icai.in or call 0120-3045992 / 0120-3045963.
Source: CA Sansaar