ICAI’s Board of Studies has begun Mock Test Papers Series II for CA Final November 2026 today, September 23, 2026. The window continues till October 5, with physical centres and online access. Papers run from 2 pm to 5 pm; question papers post by 1:30 pm, and answer keys release within 48 hours. The schedule clarifies day-wise order and attempt options.
Series II follows the exam flow: Financial Reporting on September 23, Advanced Financial Management on September 26, Advanced Auditing, Assurance and Professional Ethics on September 28, Direct Tax Laws and International Taxation on September 30, Indirect Tax Laws on October 3, and Integrated Business Solutions on October 5, all scheduled from 2 pm to 5 pm.

| Date | Paper | Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep 2026 | Paper 1: Financial Reporting | 2 pm–5 pm | Physical/Virtual |
| 26 Sep 2026 | Paper 2: Advanced Financial Management | 2 pm–5 pm | Physical/Virtual |
| 28 Sep 2026 | Paper 3: Advanced Auditing, Assurance and Professional Ethics | 2 pm–5 pm | Physical/Virtual |
| 30 Sep 2026 | Paper 4: Direct Tax Laws and International Taxation | 2 pm–5 pm | Physical/Virtual |
| 3 Oct 2026 | Paper 5: Indirect Tax Laws | 2 pm–5 pm | Physical/Virtual |
| 5 Oct 2026 | Paper 6: Integrated Business Solutions | 2 pm–5 pm | Physical/Virtual |
This staggered calendar leaves recovery days between heavy theory and taxation papers. Use the gaps to revise flagged chapters, reconcile working notes, and drill multi-step problems. Plan a three-hour timed re-attempt for weak sections the next morning, then switch to active recall for core standards, sections and case-study frameworks.
For an online attempt, log in at the BoS Mock Test Papers portal using Student Login. First-time users should Register Now, enter Registration Number and Date of Birth, then confirm the email registered on Self Service Portal and verify the one-time password. Download the day’s paper after 1:30 pm and attempt from 2 pm to 5 pm.
If you prefer the physical mode, approach your nearest ICAI branch or regional office and register for Series II. Tests follow the same dates and timing as the online schedule. Reach early, carry an approved calculator, and simulate exam discipline to benchmark speed and accuracy under invigilation.
Question papers are posted by 1:30 pm on test days, and answer keys go live within 48 hours. Both are available on the BoS Knowledge Portal and the ICAI BoS mobile app. Use the keys to audit workings, calibrate attempt selection, and log recurring errors for targeted revision before the main examination.
After every mock, grade your paper against the key, then rewrite three weakest answers. Build a one-page error sheet per subject, updating sections, standards, and case-law tags. Practice twenty high-yield sums or caselets under time pressure. On taxation days, rehearse amendments and rate charts from condensed notes before tackling integrated problems.
Series II ends on October 5, leaving a tight runway to the November attempt. Secure a seat at your branch or verify portal access today, then map revision to the day-wise grid. If login issues persist, register offline at a branch and keep downloading answer keys within forty-eight hours to guide fixes.