The ICAI CA May 2026 admit card is now available online for Intermediate and Final candidates through the official ICAI e-services portal. This is the document you will need to enter the examination hall, and ICAI has clearly stated that candidates must print it from the website because no physical admit card is issued separately.
For most candidates, the main issue is not just finding the download link, but also understanding which login page to use, what details to verify on the hall ticket, and what to do if the admit card does not open or shows incorrect information. ICAI has published separate admit card links for Intermediate and Final, along with guidance notes, exam schedules and helpdesk details.
This page brings together the practical information candidates actually need first: official download links, revised May 2026 dates for CA Intermediate, Final exam dates, hall ticket checking points, and the official support channels to use if there is a login, eligibility or profile-related issue.
ICAI CA Admit Card May 2026 Download Status
The official ICAI e-services portal is currently showing live admit card links for both Intermediate Exam MAY-2026 and Final Exam MAY-2026. Candidates should download the hall ticket only from the official portal and save a PDF copy for reference.
ICAI has also noted on its e-services page that students should use the admit card links directly for downloading the hall ticket instead of first trying to log in through the general SSP dashboard. This is important because many candidates lose time on the wrong login route.
The admit card is the valid document for entry to the examination. ICAI does not dispatch a printed hall ticket separately by post.
Official Download Links for Intermediate and Final
Use the official ICAI links below to access the May 2026 hall ticket pages:
| Exam | Official Link |
|---|---|
| ICAI e-Services Portal | https://eservices.icai.org/ |
| CA Intermediate Admit Card May 2026 | https://eservices.icai.org/EForms/configuredHtml/1666/71729/login.html |
| CA Final Admit Card May 2026 | https://eservices.icai.org/EForms/configuredHtml/1666/71730/login.html |
Both admit card pages ask for SSP credentials. The official login pages also indicate that candidates should use Google Chrome for smoother access.
May 2026 ICAI CA Exam Dates You Should Note
Before downloading the hall ticket, it helps to know the official exam schedule because the admit card will reflect your group and paper timing. ICAI's May 2026 examination announcement and later revision notice are especially important for Intermediate candidates.
| Course | Schedule |
|---|---|
| CA Final Group I | 2, 4, 6 May 2026 |
| CA Final Group II | 8, 10, 12 May 2026 |
| CA Intermediate Group I | 5, 7, 9 May 2026 |
| CA Intermediate Group II | 11, 13, 15 May 2026 |
ICAI originally announced Intermediate from 3 May 2026, but later officially rescheduled the Intermediate examination across India and abroad. Final examination dates remain unchanged.
ICAI has also announced that CA Final will be conducted twice a year from May 2026 onwards, in May and November.
How to Download ICAI CA May 2026 Hall Ticket
- Open the official ICAI e-services admit card page for your course.
- Select the correct link for Intermediate or Final.
- Enter your SSP ID in the required format and your password.
- Complete the captcha and sign in.
- Open the admit card page for May 2026.
- Download the PDF and print a clear copy.
Keep both a printed copy and a saved PDF version. A printed admit card is required for admission to the examination.
If the portal is slow, try again after clearing browser cache, using a desktop or laptop, and avoiding multiple simultaneous sessions.
Details to Check on the Admit Card
After downloading the hall ticket, verify all important details immediately. ICAI's guidance notes specifically advise candidates to check core fields as soon as the admit card is printed.
- Candidate name
- Registration number
- Course and group applied
- Exam centre and city
- Medium opted
- Photograph and signature
- Paper dates and timings
If any of these details appear incorrect, do not ignore the issue until the exam week. Contact the ICAI helpdesk relevant to your course as early as possible.
Who Can Download the Admit Card
The admit card is meant for candidates who successfully submitted the May 2026 exam form through the ICAI Self Service Portal and whose eligibility records are complete as per ICAI requirements.
For Final candidates, ICAI has clearly stated that the admit card will not be issued unless eligibility is satisfied. Candidates whose eligibility is in doubt may be contacted for clarification before admit card issue. Those who submitted forms on a provisional basis should ensure their status is properly updated on SSP.
Intermediate candidates should also ensure that their course registration, group registration, photo and signature status are correctly updated on the portal.
What to Do If the Hall Ticket Is Not Downloading or Has Errors
If the admit card page does not open, credentials fail, or the hall ticket shows missing or incorrect details, use the official remedies first:
- Use the official course-specific admit card link instead of the general portal route.
- Use the forgot password option if you cannot access your SSP login.
- Try Google Chrome and avoid using a mobile phone for this process.
- Do not open multiple browser sessions at the same time.
- Clear temporary internet files and cookies before trying again.
- If your photo, signature, registration, articleship or eligibility status is pending, raise a ticket or contact the relevant ICAI helpdesk.
Problems related to profile changes, conversion, registration status, articleship status or passing particulars can delay or block admit card access. In those cases, basic re-login attempts alone will not solve the issue.
Exam Day Instructions for Intermediate and Final Candidates
The printed admit card is the document valid for admission to the examination. Since ICAI hosts the hall ticket online, candidates should print it clearly and keep it ready well before the first paper.
You should also read the instruction sheet hosted along with the admit card. This usually covers exam timing, reporting expectations, paper duration and course-specific instructions. For May 2026, most Intermediate and Final papers are of 3 hours duration, while Final Paper 6 is of 4 hours duration.
Do not wait until the last day to print the hall ticket. If there is any problem with centre, group, medium or photograph visibility, you need time to take it up with ICAI.
Important Notes on Centre, Medium and Group
For May 2026, ICAI allowed candidates to select a preferred exam centre in the chosen city or zone during the exam application process, but the institute reserved the right to make the final allotment. The actual allotted examination centre is shown on the admit card.
ICAI had also opened a correction window from 20 March 2026 to 22 March 2026 for changes in centre, group and medium. That means the hall ticket now reflects the final accepted data available to ICAI after the correction period.
If your admit card does not match the group, medium or centre information you believe you selected, treat it as a serious discrepancy and contact ICAI without delay.
ICAI Helpdesk for Admit Card and Login Issues
ICAI has published separate helpdesk channels for different types of issues. These are useful if you are unable to download the hall ticket because of login, profile, eligibility or course-specific data problems.
| Issue Type | Support |
|---|---|
| SSP login and OTP issues | ssp.helpdesk@icai.in | 9997599975 |
| Intermediate eligibility or passing particulars issues | intermediate_examhelpline@icai.in | 0120-3054808 / 3054819 / 4953708 |
| Final eligibility or passing particulars issues | final_examhelpline@icai.in | 0120-3054851 / 3054852 / 3054853 / 3054835 / 4953751 / 4953752 / 4953753 / 4953754 |
If your issue relates to photo, signature, address, registration conversion or profile approval, ICAI advises candidates to raise a ticket in SSP or contact the concerned regional office support channel linked in its guidance material.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ICAI CA May 2026 admit card released for Intermediate and Final?
Yes. The official ICAI e-services portal is showing live admit card links for CA Intermediate and CA Final May 2026.
Where can I download the ICAI CA May 2026 hall ticket?
You can download it from the official ICAI e-services portal at eservices.icai.org using the course-specific admit card link.
Will ICAI send the May 2026 admit card by post?
No. ICAI has stated that no physical admit card will be sent to candidates.
What login details are needed to download the admit card?
You need your SSP login ID and password to access and download the hall ticket.
What are the revised CA Intermediate May 2026 exam dates?
CA Intermediate Group I is scheduled for 5, 7 and 9 May 2026, while Group II is scheduled for 11, 13 and 15 May 2026.
What should I check after downloading the hall ticket?
Check your name, registration number, exam centre, medium, group opted, photograph and exam dates immediately.
What should I do if my ICAI admit card is not downloading?
Use the correct official admit card link, try the forgot password option, clear browser cache, use Chrome, and contact the ICAI helpdesk if the issue is related to SSP login, eligibility or profile records.