The ICAI Branch In-Charge Recruitment 2026 is now open, and it’s a great opportunity for graduates looking for a well-paid, stable role with a premier professional body. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is hiring for 129 Branch In-Charge posts across its branches under the Regional Councils, as part of the Branch Human Resource Scheme (BHRS) 2022. If you have a graduate degree and a few years of work experience, this role offers a compensation package that easily rivals many mid-level private-sector jobs — with the added stability of working for a statutory body. Online applications opened on 3rd July 2026 and close on 19th July 2026. Here’s everything you need to know — vacancy breakup, eligibility, salary, exam pattern, and a step-by-step guide to apply.
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ICAI Branch In-Charge Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) |
| Post Name | Branch In-Charge |
| Total Vacancies | 129 |
| Scheme | Branch Human Resource Scheme (BHRS) 2022 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) + Personal Interview |
| Official Website | icai.org |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 3 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 3 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | [To be announced] |
| CBT Exam Date | [To be announced] |
| Interview Date | [To be announced] |
⚠️ Pro Tip: Don’t wait until 19th July to submit your form. Official portals often slow down in the last 24–48 hours, and a rushed application increases the chance of errors in your document uploads or branch preference selection.
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ICAI has notified 129 Branch In-Charge vacancies spread across five Regional Councils — Central India Regional Council (CIRC), Eastern India Regional Council (EIRC), Northern India Regional Council (NIRC), Southern India Regional Council (SIRC), and Western India Regional Council (WIRC). Within each region, posts are further divided into six Branch Categories (I to VI), graded according to the member strength of that particular branch.
| Region | Cat I | Cat II | Cat III | Cat IV | Cat V | Cat VI | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIRC | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 14 | 19 | 42 |
| EIRC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 7 |
| NIRC | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 6 | 20 |
| SIRC | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 12 | 29 |
| WIRC | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 14 | 31 |
| Total | 6 | 1 | 8 | 15 | 42 | 57 | 129 |
Notice how Category V and VI branches together account for 99 of the 129 posts — nearly 77% of the total vacancies. If you’re open to smaller branch locations, your odds of selection are meaningfully better than if you target only the large Category I or II branches in metro cities.
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ICAI Branch In-Charge Eligibility Criteria 2026
Before you start filling the form, check that you clear all three eligibility conditions as on 30 June 2026.
Age Limit
You must be between 27 and 40 years of age as on 30 June 2026. There’s no relaxation mentioned for reserved categories in the notification, so double-check the official PDF if you fall close to either boundary.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Branch In-Charge | Graduate from a recognised University, Deemed University, or an institution recognised by AICTE/UGC or the appropriate statutory authority |
A basic graduate degree from any stream is enough — you don’t need a commerce or finance background to apply, though familiarity with accounting basics will help at the exam stage.
Work Experience
This is where the role differs branch-by-branch. Larger, higher-paying branches demand more prior experience:
| Branch Category | Minimum Post-Qualification Experience | Approx. Annual Compensation |
|---|---|---|
| Category-I | 5 years | ₹7.45 lakh per annum |
| Category-II | 5 years | ₹6.33 lakh per annum |
| Category-III | 5 years | ₹5.59 lakh per annum |
| Category-IV | 3 years | ₹4.84 lakh per annum |
| Category-V & VI | 3 years | ₹4.10 lakh per annum |
✅ If you have at least 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience, you’re already eligible for over three-quarters of the total vacancies (Category IV, V, and VI).
ICAI Branch In-Charge Salary 2026
This is the section most candidates want details on, so let’s break it down plainly. The compensation for a Branch In-Charge ranges from ₹4.10 lakh to ₹7.45 lakh per annum, depending purely on which Branch Category you’re selected for — not on your personal experience beyond the minimum threshold.
In monthly terms, that works out to roughly:
- Category V & VI: approximately ₹34,000 per month
- Category IV: approximately ₹40,000 per month
- Category III: approximately ₹46,500 per month
- Category II: approximately ₹52,700 per month
- Category I: approximately ₹62,000 per month
These are approximate gross figures before any statutory deductions. Since ICAI hasn’t published a detailed pay-component breakup (basic, HRA, other allowances) in the notification, treat these as indicative in-hand ranges rather than an exact pay matrix.
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ICAI Branch In-Charge Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹250 (inclusive of all applicable taxes) |
The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through the application portal itself. Your form is only considered complete once the fee payment is successful — an unpaid form does not count as a valid application.
ICAI Branch In-Charge Exam Pattern 2026
Selection happens in two stages: a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a Personal Interview. Here’s how the CBT is structured:
| Module | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Comprehension | 25 | 100 |
| E-Mail Writing | 2 | 50 |
| Intermediate Level MS Excel | 20 | 80 |
| Intermediate Level MS Word | 18 | 72 |
| General Awareness | 12 | 48 |
| Basic Accounting | 30 | 75 |
| Total | 107 | 425 |
Key things to know about the exam:
- Duration: 180 minutes (3 hours)
- Medium: English only
- Question types: A mix of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) and Descriptive-type questions
- Minimum qualifying marks in CBT: 170 out of 425
- Minimum qualifying marks in Interview: 30
- Final merit is based on combined CBT + Interview marks
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview
💡 Pro Tip: With MS Excel and MS Word carrying 152 combined marks — more than a third of the total — practical familiarity with these tools (not just theory) can meaningfully improve your score. Don’t overlook Basic Accounting either, since it’s the single highest-weightage module.
Selection Process
- Initial Scrutiny — ICAI checks your application against the eligibility criteria.
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — A 180-minute test covering six modules, worth 425 marks in total.
- Personal Interview — Only candidates who clear the CBT cut-off (170 marks) and meet eligibility are called.
- Final Merit List — Prepared by adding your CBT score and Interview score together.
How to Apply for ICAI Branch In-Charge Recruitment 2026?
You can apply only through the official ICAI online portal — there’s no offline or postal option this year.
- Visit the official ICAI website and go to the Branch In-Charge Recruitment application link.
- Register using your basic personal and contact details.
- Fill in your educational qualification, work experience, and category details in the form.
- Choose one region and list up to three preferred branch locations within it.
- Upload all required documents in the specified format and size.
- Preview your application carefully before submitting — check every field.
- Pay the ₹250 application fee online.
- Submit the form and download a copy for your records.
⚠️ Applications sent by post, courier, or hand delivery will not be accepted under any circumstances — only the online mode is valid.
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Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Check official site |
| Official Website | icai.org |
📌 Also Read: IREDA Management Cadre Recruitment 2026 — another current opening for experienced graduates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When does the ICAI Branch In-Charge Recruitment 2026 application process start and end?
The online application window opened on 3 July 2026 and will close on 19 July 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be entertained, so it’s best to apply well before the last date.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in ICAI Branch In-Charge Recruitment 2026?
A total of 129 vacancies have been announced across the five Regional Councils — CIRC, EIRC, NIRC, SIRC, and WIRC — spread over six Branch Categories.
Q3. What is the age limit for the ICAI Branch In-Charge post?
You need to be between 27 and 40 years old as on 30 June 2026 to be eligible for this recruitment.
Q4. What educational qualification is required?
A graduate degree from a recognised University, Deemed University, or an AICTE/UGC-recognised institution is sufficient. No specific stream is mandated.
Q5. What is the salary for the ICAI Branch In-Charge post?
Compensation ranges from approximately ₹4.10 lakh to ₹7.45 lakh per annum, depending on which Branch Category you’re placed in.
Q6. Is work experience compulsory for this post?
Yes. Category I to III branches require a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience, while Category IV, V, and VI branches require a minimum of 3 years.
Q7. What is the selection process for ICAI Branch In-Charge Recruitment 2026?
Selection involves a 425-mark Computer Based Test followed by a Personal Interview. You need at least 170 marks in the CBT and 30 marks in the Interview to be considered for the final merit list.
Q8. Can I apply offline for this recruitment?
No. ICAI has clearly stated that applications sent by post, courier, or hand will not be accepted — only the online application mode is valid.
Summing Up…
The ICAI Branch In-Charge Recruitment 2026 is a solid option if you’re a graduate with a few years of work experience and you’re looking for a stable role with pay that genuinely stands out — up to ₹7.45 lakh per annum in the top category. With 129 posts open across the country and the application window closing on 19 July 2026, there’s a reasonable spread of opportunities, especially in Category V and VI branches. Get your documents ready, apply early, and start brushing up on MS Excel, MS Word, and basic accounting for the CBT. Stay ahead of application deadlines — follow Govtserviceinfo.com for daily Sarkari Naukri alerts.
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