Overview
Company Secretary (CS) (Company Secretary (Institute of Company Secretaries of India)) is a 3 to 4-year professional programme in company secretaryship. It covers company law, securities law, corporate governance, compliance, financial and tax laws and professional ethics, across Foundation, Executive and Professional stages with practical training.
Course Details
- Level: Professional
- Duration: 3-4 years
Company Secretary (CS) is listed as a 3 to 4-year programme. Confirm the structure with the institute.
Eligibility
10+2 from a recognised board (Commerce, Mathematics or Accountancy helps). Some graduates may enter at a later stage as per the institute's exemption rules.
Admission
Admission is through registration with ICSI after Class 12 and the CS Executive Entrance Test (CSEET); some graduates are exempt from stages as per ICSI rules. Check ICSI's current notice.
Registration & Recognition
This is a statutory professional qualification: membership of the professional institute (ICAI for CA, ICSI for CS, ICMAI for CMA) is needed to use the designation, and a certificate of practice is needed to practise independently. Check the institute's current rules.
What You Will Learn
The programme covers company law, securities law, corporate governance, compliance, financial and tax laws and professional ethics, across Foundation, Executive and Professional stages with practical training.
Where You Can Work
Typical settings include audit and accounting firms, corporates, banks, regulators, consultancies and independent practice.
Career Options
Graduates can work as a qualified professional member of the institute, practising or in employment. Roles, pay and requirements vary by employer, city and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to a practising or employed career, further specialisations, a PhD, or senior finance, legal and compliance roles.
Good to Know
ICSI conducts the CS course in stages (an entrance test, CSEET, then Executive and Professional) with practical training as prescribed; confirm the current structure, duration and training rules on ICSI's website.