The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) provides the syllabus for the CS Executive exam. The latest syllabus (2022) is now in effect. Candidates can switch from the old syllabus (2017) to the new one by applying online at icsi.edu. To appear for the exam under the new syllabus, candidates must pass a pre-exam test. Below is the complete CS Executive syllabus and exam pattern in a simple format.

CS Executive Exam 2024 Overview

• Mode of Exam: Offline, at test centers
• Exam Duration: 3 hours for each paper
• Total Marks: 100 per paper
• Language: English
• Questions: MCQs and Descriptive
• Pre-Exam Test: Required before enrollment
• First Exam with New Syllabus (2022): December 2023
• Last Exam with Old Syllabus (2017): June 2024

CS Executive Papers and Marks

Group 1

1. Paper 1: Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws
• Marks: 100
2. Paper 2: Company Law and Practice
• Part I: Company Law – Principles & Concepts (60 marks)
• Part II: Company Administration & Meetings (40 marks)
3. Paper 3: Setting Up of Business, Industrial & Labour Laws
• Part I: Setting Up of Business (60 marks)
• Part II: Industrial & Labour Laws (40 marks)
4. Paper 4: Corporate Accounting & Financial Management
• Part I: Corporate Accounting (60 marks)
• Part II: Financial Management (40 marks)

Group 2

1. Paper 5: Capital Market & Securities Laws
• Part I: Capital Market (40 marks)
• Part II: Securities Laws (60 marks)
2. Paper 6: Economic, Commercial & Intellectual Property Laws
• Part I: Economic & Commercial Laws (60 marks)
• Part II: Intellectual Property Laws (40 marks)
3. Paper 7: Tax Laws
• Part I: Direct Tax (60 marks)
• Part II: Indirect Tax (40 marks)

Detailed Syllabus Highlights

Group 1 Papers

1. Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws
   Covers Indian laws like the Constitution, Law of Contracts, Arbitration, Civil and Criminal Laws, Evidence, and IT Law.
2. Company Law and Practice
• Part I: Company formation, share capital, accounts, audits, and mergers.
• Part II: Meetings, directors, KMPs, and CSR.
3. Setting Up of Business, Industrial & Labour Laws
• Part I: Choosing business types, foreign offices, and laws for startups.
• Part II: Labour laws, wages, social security, and workplace safety.
4. Corporate Accounting & Financial Management
• Part I: Accounting standards, company accounts, cash flow, and analysis.
• Part II: Budgeting, cost of capital, dividend policy, and security analysis.

Group 2 Papers

1. Capital Market & Securities Laws
   Covers basics of the capital market, SEBI regulations, insider trading, mutual funds, and listing of securities.
2. Economic, Commercial & Intellectual Property Laws
• Part I: Laws on foreign exchange, consumer protection, and real estate.
• Part II: Patents, trademarks, copyrights, and industrial designs.
3. Tax Laws
• Part I: Income Tax basics, deductions, and tax computation.
• Part II: GST concepts, customs, and compliance.

Key Tips for Preparation

1. Study Plan: Allocate 10-12 hours daily for preparation.
2. Understand Concepts: Learn the basics and advanced topics clearly.
3. Practice Papers: Solve past papers and mock tests regularly.
4. Coaching Classes: Join if you need expert guidance.
5. Use Study Notes: Keep summaries for quick revision.

This simplified guide ensures you understand the  CS syllabus, marking scheme, and topics for the CS Executive exam.

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