ICMAI to Soon Reveal December 2026 CMA Exam Schedule

The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) is set to announce the exam dates for the December 2026 session of the CMA (Cost and Management Accounting) examinations. Students registered for the Foundation, Intermediate, and Final courses can expect the official schedule to be released on the ICMAI website, icmai.in, in the near future. The exams are anticipated to commence in the second week of December 2026, aligning with the institute's previous timelines.

In conjunction with the announcement of the exam dates, ICMAI will also open the admission forms for the December 2026 examination term. This will allow candidates to register for their respective courses and prepare for the upcoming assessments. The detailed subject-wise exam schedule will be made available for all three levels, providing clarity on the specific dates and times for each paper.

According to last year's schedule, the CMA exams are expected to begin around December 13, 2026. Registered candidates will receive their admit cards at least ten days prior to the examination date. The hall tickets can be downloaded by entering the candidates' login details on the ICMAI portal, ensuring that all necessary information is accessible for the exam.

For reference, the exam dates for the December 2025 session included various papers across the Foundation, Intermediate, and Final levels, with specific timings assigned to each subject. For instance, the Foundation papers were scheduled for December 13, 2025, while Intermediate and Final papers were spread across several days from December 10 to December 17, 2025. This historical data may provide candidates with a framework for anticipating the upcoming schedule.

As the announcement date approaches, students are encouraged to stay informed about the latest updates regarding exam results, dates, admit cards, and other educational news. The ICMAI aims to facilitate a smooth examination process, ensuring that candidates are well-prepared and informed as they approach their CMA assessments.