ICAG Exam Timetable: November 2026 Sitting
The confirmed dates, registration rules, fees and examination instructions for the ICAG November 2026 sitting.
ICAG’s November 2026 examinations begin with the Level 1 online papers from Tuesday 27 to Friday 30 October 2026, followed by the Level 2 and Level 3 written papers from Monday 2 to Friday 6 November 2026. Level 1 candidates log in at 9:30 AM for a 10:00 AM start; see the Financial Accounting timing note beneath the timetable. Written-paper sessions run from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Registration closes on Friday 16 October 2026.
This guide gives the complete November 2026 Level 1 online and Level 2–3 written timetables, registration dates, cross-level eligibility, examination fees, deferment, biometric verification, the Winneba centre and exam-day rules.
Last reviewed and updated , against ICAG’s official November 2026 timetable, general candidate notice and Notice to Level One Students.
- Full exam period
- Tuesday 27 October to Friday 6 November 2026
- Registration
- Tuesday 1 September to Friday 16 October 2026
- Written timetable
- Level 2 and Level 3: Monday 2 to Friday 6 November, with sessions at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Level 1 online
- Tuesday 27 to Friday 30 October; log in at 9:30 AM for each 10:00 AM paper
- Late registration
- Accepted only within one week after the regular deadline; GH¢400 penalty
- Deferment deadline
- Friday 16 October 2026, through the student portal, subject to the stated rules
- Biometric reporting time
- One hour before the scheduled examination, with Ghana Card
- Winneba centre
- University of Education, Winneba, Co-operative Credit Union Building
- Permitted calculators
- Battery-operated, cordless, noiseless and pocket-sized only, without print-out or memory capacities
- Wristwatches
- Wearing or possessing a wristwatch of any kind is strictly prohibited
The complete November 2026 ICAG timetable
Level 1 is online from Tuesday 27 to Friday 30 October, before the written Level 2 and Level 3 week. Log in to the Level 1 assessment portal at 9:30 AM each day for authentication and a 10:00 AM start.
| Level 1 date | Online paper | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 27 October | Business Management & Information Systems | 10:00 AM–12:00 noon |
| Wednesday 28 October | Financial Accounting | 10:00 AM; see timing note† |
| Thursday 29 October | Business & Corporate Law | 10:00 AM–12:00 noon |
| Friday 30 October | Introduction to Cost & Management Accounting | 10:00 AM–12:00 noon |
† Timing note: ICAG’s current November 2026 notice prints a 12:15 PM finish for Financial Accounting. Previous Level 1 sittings, including July 2026, used the usual 12:00 noon finish. Please follow the time in your ICAG portal or admission notice unless ICAG publishes a correction.
Level 1 · Prepare the portal before exam day
Use the complete Level 1 online-exam guide for the supported computer and internet specifications, room and proctoring rules, official demonstration video and ICAG practice questions.
Level 2 and Level 3 written timetable
Every written paper lasts three hours: morning papers run from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and afternoon papers run from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
| Date | Morning · 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | Afternoon · 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 2 November | Paper 2.1 Financial Reporting | Paper 3.1 Corporate Reporting |
| Tuesday 3 November | Paper 2.2 Management Accounting | Paper 3.2 Advanced Audit & Assurance |
| Wednesday 4 November | Paper 2.6 Principles of Taxation | Paper 3.3 Advanced Taxation |
| Thursday 5 November | Paper 2.5 Public Sector Accounting & Finance | Paper 2.4 Financial Management |
| Friday 6 November | Paper 3.4 Strategic Case Study | Paper 2.3 Audit & Assurance |
Add the confirmed November dates to your calendar
Use these reminders for the confirmed registration window and both examination weeks. The full schedule appears above.
Who can combine ICAG papers across levels in November 2026?
ICAG permits papers across levels only within the limits stated in the November notice.
| Candidate position | What ICAG permits |
|---|---|
| One Level 1 paper outstanding | Register the outstanding Level 1 paper and add a maximum of four Level 2 papers. |
| One Level 2 paper outstanding | Sit that outstanding paper together with any number of Level 3 papers. |
| Any Level 1 paper outstanding | No Level 3 paper may be taken. |
| More than one Level 2 paper outstanding | No Level 3 paper may be taken. |
| Outstanding exemptions | Apply and pay for the exemptions before proceeding to papers in the next level. |
For example, a student with exactly one Level 2 paper left may combine it with Level 3 papers in the same sitting. A student with two Level 2 papers left may not yet register for Level 3.
How the Strategic Case Study pre-seen works
ICAG will provide the background, or pre-seen, information for the Strategic Case Study two weeks before the start of the examination. The paper has two parts: the pre-seen material and additional information made available in the examination hall.
Important · Prepared work cannot enter the hall
Candidates may not bring the results of their work on the pre-seen into the examination hall. ICAG will provide the pre-seen material again, together with the additional information, in the hall.
Preparation should therefore focus on understanding the case and practising how to use it, without relying on notes that will not be available during the paper. See the ICAG Level 3 papers guide for the wider role of the Strategic Case Study.
ICAG November 2026 examination fees
The November notice states the following graduated examination fees in Ghana cedis. The total depends on the level and the number of papers registered.
| Papers registered | Level 1 (GH¢) | Level 2 (GH¢) | Level 3 (GH¢) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 paper | 511 | 911 | 1,104 |
| 2 papers | 952 | 1,670 | 1,904 |
| 3 papers | 1,297 | 2,305 | 2,636 |
| 4 papers | 1,581 | 2,788 | 2,926 |
| 5 papers | Not applicable | 3,485 | Not applicable |
| 6 papers | Not applicable | 4,181 | Not applicable |
Late registration adds GH¢400 to the applicable examination fee. ICAG also allows candidates to request permission to view a marked script within one month after results are released, at GH¢1,100 per script.
For the broader cost of the qualification, including fees beyond a single examination diet, see the cost of becoming a Chartered Accountant in Ghana.
November 2026 deferment and late registration rules
For a reason other than the one stated under Regulation 22(2) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana Regulation, 2023 (L.I. 2476), a deferment will only be accepted on or before Friday 16 October 2026. The request must be made through the student portal.
Approved deferment · Next examination period only
A candidate whose deferment is approved may defer to the next examination period only.
Late registration is accepted only within one week after the regular registration deadline and attracts a GH¢400 penalty. The notice does not state that registration will remain open beyond that one-week period.
Biometric verification and the Winneba examination centre
Biometric verification will take place before candidates sign the examination attendance register. Candidates must provide their Ghana Card numbers during examination registration, bring their Ghana Cards to the examination centre, and report for biometric verification one hour before the scheduled examination.
| Confirmed item | November 2026 instruction |
|---|---|
| Ghana Card number | Provide it during examination registration to support biometric verification. |
| Ghana Card at the centre | Bring the card for the verification process. |
| Reporting time | Report one hour before the scheduled examination for biometric verification. |
| Winneba venue | University of Education, Winneba, Co-operative Credit Union Building. |
| Selecting Winneba | Candidates residing in or around Winneba may choose it as their preferred centre during registration on the examination portal. |
The official timetable lists 16 Level 2 and Level 3 centres: 15 in Ghana and one in Monrovia, Liberia. Winneba is the additional Ghana centre. The MSL ICAG examination centres guide now maps its exact UEW North Campus location, but the centre shown in the candidate’s current portal and Authority-to-Sit remains decisive.
What ICAG says to bring, note and leave behind
| Item | Official instruction |
|---|---|
| Authority-to-Sit | Access it through the student portal and note the index number. A printed copy is not required at the examination centre. |
| Ghana Card | Provide the number during registration and bring the card to the centre for biometric verification. |
| Wristwatches | Wearing or possessing a wristwatch of any kind is strictly prohibited. Do not bring one to the centre. |
| Calculators | Use only a battery-operated cordless, noiseless pocket-sized calculator without print-out or memory capacities. |
| Personal valuables | Handbags, backpacks, books, mobile phones and laptops are not allowed in the examination halls. ICAG accepts no liability for loss or damage to personal belongings. |
| Strategic Case Study work | Do not bring the results of work completed on the pre-seen material into the hall. |
Code of Conduct · Registration binds the candidate
ICAG states that candidates who register are bound by the examinations Code of Conduct. Read the official Examinations Code of Conduct and the MSL exam rules guide before the sitting.
The official timetable confirms the calculator conditions above. Candidates should also check the current Code of Conduct and their student portal for any further examination-day instructions.
July 2026 ICAG timetable archive
The July sitting has ended. Its full paper timetable, online Level 1 schedule, sitting-plan analysis and examination centres remain in the page HTML for historical research and comparison. They must not be used as the November timetable.
Historical record: every date and paper order inside the expandable sections below applies to the July 2026 diet only.
Read the July 2026 paper timetable and sitting-plan record
The complete July 2026 ICAG timetable
The written July 2026 papers run across five consecutive days, with one paper in each session. Levels 2 and 3 are examined in the same week, often paired on the same day. Every written paper is exactly three hours: morning papers start at 9:00 AM sharp, afternoon papers at 2:00 PM sharp. Arrive at the centre at least 30 minutes before each session.
| Day | Morning · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Afternoon · 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 6 July 2026 | Paper 2.1 Financial Reporting | Paper 3.1 Corporate Reporting |
| Tuesday 7 July 2026 | Paper 2.2 Management Accounting | Paper 3.2 Advanced Audit & Assurance |
| Wednesday 8 July 2026 | Paper 2.6 Principles of Taxation | Paper 3.3 Advanced Taxation |
| Thursday 9 July 2026 | Paper 2.5 Public Sector Accounting & Finance | Paper 2.4 Financial Management |
| Friday 10 July 2026 | Paper 3.4 Strategic Case Study | Paper 2.3 Audit & Assurance |
Level 1: the online examination week
Level 1 papers are not written in the exam halls. They are examined online, the week before the written papers, and can be taken from any suitable location with a compatible computer and internet access. ICAG has confirmed the Level 1 timetable for the July 2026 diet: one two-hour paper each day, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon.
| Date | Paper | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 30 June 2026 | Business Management & Information Systems | 10:00 AM – 12:00 noon |
| Wednesday 1 July 2026 | Financial Accounting | 10:00 AM – 12:00 noon |
| Thursday 2 July 2026 | Business & Corporate Law | 10:00 AM – 12:00 noon |
| Friday 3 July 2026 | Introduction to Cost & Management Accounting | 10:00 AM – 12:00 noon |
Log in to the assessment portal at 9:50 AM on each exam day to authenticate your credentials before the 10:00 AM start. The key rules for the online exams, from the official ICAG Notice to Level One Students:
- Logins are emailed the night before each paper. If yours has not arrived by exam day, email examsicag@gmail.com
- The exam is remotely proctored. The in-built online invigilator will ask you to capture your photo and your ID card, and records video throughout; any malpractice leads to cancellation of the paper on review of the recording
- Closed book, with an on-screen calculator. Physical calculators, digital watches, earpieces, AirPods and headphones are all treated as foreign materials and are not allowed
- Stay seated for the full duration. You cannot move away from your computer during the exam, and eating, drinking and smoking are not permitted
- Use Google Chrome on a Windows 10 (or above) or Mac OS X 10.6 (or above) computer with at least 4GB of memory, a webcam and a microphone, and an internet connection of at least 1 Mbps (10 Mbps recommended)
ICAG provides a set of official mock questions for all Level 1 papers. Attempt the mocks before your first paper.
What does your exam week look like, by sitting plan?
The ICAG examiner has paired papers across Level 2 and Level 3 in ways that have direct implications for revision planning. Here is how each common sitting plan plays out across the week.
| Sitting plan | Schedule | Heaviest day |
|---|---|---|
| All 6 Level 2 papers | One paper each morning Mon to Wed, then both papers Thursday (PSAF and Financial Management), then Audit & Assurance Friday afternoon. | Thursday, two papers in one day |
| All 4 Level 3 papers | One paper each afternoon Mon to Wed, then the Strategic Case Study Friday morning. Thursday off. | None, Thursday is free |
| Mixed: Level 2 (4) + Level 3 (2) | Depends on which papers. Same-day pairings exist: Mon (2.1 and 3.1), Tue (2.2 and 3.2), Wed (2.6 and 3.3). | Any same-day double sitting is physically demanding |
| Single paper (re-sit) | One paper on one day. The rest of the week is for travel and recovery. | Depends on the paper |
Three structural features of the July 2026 schedule are worth planning around.
Reporting Monday
Paper 2.1 (Financial Reporting) in the morning is paired with Paper 3.1 (Corporate Reporting) in the afternoon. These are the two papers in the reporting stream, so students sitting both benefit from concentrated reporting revision in the final week.
Tax Wednesday
Paper 2.6 (Principles of Taxation) in the morning is paired with Paper 3.3 (Advanced Taxation) in the afternoon. The same pattern applies: both tax-stream papers fall on the same day, so final-week tax revision serves both.
Double-sitting Thursday
Thursday is the only day with two Level 2 papers, Public Sector Accounting & Finance in the morning and Financial Management in the afternoon. Any Level 2 candidate writing all six papers faces this back-to-back day. Plan your Thursday meal, your rest break between sessions, and your travel logistics carefully.
MSL guidance · The Level 3 Thursday rest day
Level 3 candidates have no exam on Thursday. This is the day to fully rest before Friday’s Strategic Case Study, the integration paper that draws on every level. Do not use Thursday to cram. Sleep, eat properly, walk through your Pre-seen analysis once, and prepare for Friday morning.
Read the July 2026 examination-centre record
The 15 ICAG exam centres
ICAG runs the July 2026 examinations across 15 centres, 14 in Ghana and one in Liberia. All centres host both Level 2 and Level 3 exams. You write at the centre you selected during exam registration on the ICAG student portal. For the exact location of every venue, see all 14 ICAG exam centres in Ghana, mapped with directions.
| City | Centre |
|---|---|
| Accra | Zenith College |
| Accra | ATTRACO (Accra College of Education), near UPSA |
| Accra | ICAG College |
| Kumasi | ICAG Office (Asokwa New Road, opposite Opoku Bandoh Plaza) |
| Kumasi | GIMPA Campus |
| Takoradi | KNUST IDL Learning Centre (Kansaworodo) |
| Tamale | Technical University |
| Sunyani | Technical University |
| Wa | Technical University |
| Ho | Technical University |
| Koforidua | UG Koforidua Learning Centre |
| Bolgatanga | Technical University (Bukere Campus) |
| Cape Coast | Technical University |
| Tema | UG Tema Learning Centre (near Tema Regional Immigration Office) |
| Liberia | Monrovia |
Plan to arrive at your centre at least 30 minutes before the start of each session. For candidates travelling from outside the exam city, arrange accommodation in advance: the period around ICAG sittings sees significantly higher demand for short-stay accommodation in Accra, Kumasi and Takoradi. Level 2 candidates writing all six papers will be at the centre five consecutive days, so accommodation logistics matter.
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ICAG November 2026 timetable: frequently asked questions
When are the ICAG November 2026 examinations?
Level 1 online papers run from Tuesday 27 to Friday 30 October 2026. The Level 2 and Level 3 written papers run from Monday 2 to Friday 6 November 2026.
When does registration open and close for November 2026?
Registration opens on Tuesday 1 September and closes on Friday 16 October 2026. Late registration is accepted only within one week after the regular deadline and attracts a GH¢400 penalty.
What is the full ICAG November 2026 written timetable?
Monday 2 November: Financial Reporting at 9:00 AM and Corporate Reporting at 2:00 PM. Tuesday 3 November: Management Accounting at 9:00 AM and Advanced Audit & Assurance at 2:00 PM. Wednesday 4 November: Principles of Taxation at 9:00 AM and Advanced Taxation at 2:00 PM. Thursday 5 November: Public Sector Accounting & Finance at 9:00 AM and Financial Management at 2:00 PM. Friday 6 November: Strategic Case Study at 9:00 AM and Audit & Assurance at 2:00 PM. Each paper lasts three hours.
What is the ICAG Level 1 November 2026 timetable?
Tuesday 27 October: Business Management & Information Systems. Wednesday 28 October: Financial Accounting. Thursday 29 October: Business & Corporate Law. Friday 30 October: Introduction to Cost & Management Accounting. Every paper starts at 10:00 AM and candidates should log in at 9:30 AM. See the Financial Accounting timing note beneath the timetable.
Can I combine Level 2 and Level 3 papers?
Yes, if only one Level 2 paper remains. You may sit that outstanding paper together with any number of Level 3 papers. You may not sit a Level 3 paper if any Level 1 paper remains or if more than one Level 2 paper remains.
How much are the ICAG November 2026 examination fees?
Level 1 fees are GH¢511 for one paper, GH¢952 for two, GH¢1,297 for three and GH¢1,581 for four. Level 2 fees range from GH¢911 for one paper to GH¢4,181 for six. Level 3 fees range from GH¢1,104 for one paper to GH¢2,926 for four. Late registration adds GH¢400.
What is the November 2026 deferment deadline?
For a reason other than the one stated under Regulation 22(2) of L.I. 2476, deferment is accepted only on or before Friday 16 October 2026 and must be requested through the student portal. An approved deferment carries forward to the next examination period only.
When should I arrive for biometric verification?
Report one hour before the start of the scheduled examination. ICAG will complete biometric verification before you sign the attendance register. Provide your Ghana Card number during registration and bring the card to the examination centre.
Is there an ICAG examination centre in Winneba?
Yes. ICAG identifies the University of Education, Winneba, Co-operative Credit Union Building as the Winneba examination centre. Candidates residing in or around Winneba may select it during registration on the examination portal.
Can I wear or carry a wristwatch during the examination?
No. ICAG states that wearing or possessing a wristwatch of any kind is strictly prohibited during the examination and advises candidates not to bring wristwatches to the centre.
What calculator can I use for the ICAG November 2026 examination?
Use only a battery-operated cordless, noiseless pocket-sized calculator without print-out or memory capacities.
Do I need to print my Authority-to-Sit?
No. Access the Authority-to-Sit through the student portal and note your index number. ICAG states that a copy of the Authority-to-Sit is not required at the examination centre.
Where is the July 2026 ICAG timetable?
The complete July 2026 paper timetable, Level 1 online schedule, sitting-plan analysis and centre record remain on this page inside the historical timetable section. They are clearly labelled as July-only information and must not be used as the November timetable.
Key terms in this guide
- ICAG
- Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana, the body responsible for the CA Professional Examinations covered by this notice.
- Diet / Sitting
- One examination period. This guide foregrounds the November 2026 sitting and preserves July 2026 as history.
- Examination notice
- ICAG’s official notices confirming the November Level 1 online timetable, Level 2–3 written timetable, registration dates, fees and candidate instructions.
- Level 1 online timetable
- The four online papers from Tuesday 27 to Friday 30 October 2026, with login at 9:30 AM and every paper starting at 10:00 AM.
- Written timetable
- The Level 2 and Level 3 paper schedule from Monday 2 to Friday 6 November 2026, with morning papers at 9:00 AM and afternoon papers at 2:00 PM.
- Pre-seen
- Background information for the Strategic Case Study, issued two weeks before the start of the examination. Prepared work on it may not enter the hall.
- Authority-to-Sit
- The portal document from which a candidate should note the index number. A printed copy is not required at the examination centre.
- Biometric verification
- The identity check completed before the attendance register is signed. Candidates must report one hour early with their Ghana Cards.
- Deferment
- Moving an approved examination registration to the next examination period, subject to ICAG’s deadline and rules.
- Late registration
- Registration accepted only within one week after the regular deadline, with a GH¢400 penalty.
- Script review
- A request for permission to view a marked script within one month after results, at GH¢1,100 per script.
November 2026 key points
- Level 1 online examinations run from Tuesday 27 to Friday 30 October 2026; Level 2 and Level 3 written papers run from Monday 2 to Friday 6 November.
- Registration runs from Tuesday 1 September to Friday 16 October 2026.
- Level 1 candidates log in at 9:30 AM for each 10:00 AM start. Check the Financial Accounting timing note beneath the timetable and follow any candidate-specific time in the ICAG portal or admission notice.
- Late registration is accepted only within one week after the regular deadline and costs an additional GH¢400.
- For the standard deferment route, apply through the student portal by Friday 16 October 2026; approved deferment is to the next examination period only.
- Provide your Ghana Card number during registration, bring the card, and report one hour early for biometric verification.
- Winneba candidates may select the University of Education, Winneba, Co-operative Credit Union Building centre during registration.
- Use only a battery-operated cordless, noiseless pocket-sized calculator without print-out or memory capacities.
- Do not bring a wristwatch of any kind, personal valuables, or prepared Strategic Case Study work into the examination hall.
Sources: Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana, official November 2026 written timetable; Notice to All Students for registration, fees and candidate instructions; and Notice to Level One Students for the 27–30 October online timetable, technology requirements and proctoring rules. The July 2026 timetable is retained only as a historical record. Candidates should confirm registration and personal examination details through the ICAG student portal.
