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ICAI Announces Executive Officer Recruitment 2026; Applications Open Till April 15
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has released its latest recruitment notification inviting applications for the post of Executive Officer across multiple domains, along with a senior-level Director (Legal) position. The recruitment drive, issued under Advertisement No. 04/2026/HRD/03, aims to induct qualified professionals into the institution’s technical, regulatory, and administrative functions. (Testbook)
As per the notification, a total of around 108–109 vacancies have been announced for Executive Officer roles in disciplines such as Chartered Accountancy, Law, Company Secretary, Sustainability, Economics, Infrastructure, and Information Technology. Additionally, one post of Director (Legal) has also been notified. (Testbook)
The online application process commenced on April 1, 2026, and will remain open until April 15, 2026. Candidates are required to submit their applications through the official ICAI portal, as no offline mode of application will be accepted. (Testbook)
For Executive Officer posts, the maximum age limit generally ranges between 25 to 30 years depending on the domain, while the Director (Legal) position allows candidates up to 55 years with substantial professional experience. Educational qualifications vary by specialization, including CA, LL.B., CS, Ph.D., and engineering degrees. (FreeJobAlert)
The selection process for Executive Officer positions will consist of a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by a personal interview. The CBT will include both objective and descriptive components, testing general aptitude as well as domain-specific knowledge. (Testbook)
Selected candidates for Executive Officer roles will be placed in Pay Level 10, with a basic pay range of ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 and an approximate annual package of ₹15.5 lakh, along with allowances such as DA, HRA, transport allowance, and other benefits. (Testbook)
ICAI stated that the recruitment aims to strengthen its policy advisory, taxation, research, and technology functions, with selected officers expected to contribute to regulatory analysis, drafting of policy documents, and institutional development initiatives. (images.bhaskarassets.com)
Interested candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and submit their applications before the deadline, as late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.
