ICAI FAFD Assessment Test 2026: Exam Date and Guidelines

ICAI FAFD Assessment Test 2026: Exam Date, Registration Deadline, Eligibility and Guidelines

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the next online Assessment Test (AT) for its Certificate Course on Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection (FAFD). The examination will take place on Saturday, 21 November 2026, through ICAI’s Digital Learning Hub.

Eligible members must complete the required face registration or authentication by 16 November 2026, at 5:30 PM. ICAI has clarified that the deadline will not be extended. Members are therefore advised to complete the registration process well in advance.

1. Important Dates and Examination Schedule

Important: Candidates will not be permitted to log in after 10:59 AM on the examination date. The assessment can only be accessed through a desktop or laptop; mobile phones and tablets are not permitted.

2. Eligibility Requirements

Members intending to appear for the FAFD Assessment Test must satisfy the following conditions:

• Hold an active ICAI membership number.
• Meet the course eligibility requirements, including at least 50% marks in aggregate in the Module Tests and Project Work, along with 90% attendance in Professional Training.
• Have completed the Professional Training batch on or before 30 September 2026.
• Possess a valid login account on ICAI’s Digital Learning Hub.
• Complete the prescribed face registration and authentication process within the specified deadline.
• Have access to a desktop or laptop with a working camera and a reliable internet connection.

Members who have already passed the FAFD Assessment Test are not required to take it again.

3. Face Registration: Deadline and Requirements

Face registration is mandatory for members who have not previously completed the required registration on ICAI’s Digital Learning Hub.

The registration window opens on 30 October 2026 at 10:00 AM and closes on 16 November 2026 at 5:30 PM.

ICAI has indicated that the approval process may take approximately 24–48 hours. Members should therefore avoid waiting until the final day to complete the process.

During authentication, the system may require candidates to demonstrate that they are physically present by performing a live facial verification activity, such as blinking their eyes.

Members who have already completed face registration on the Digital Learning Hub for the FAFD Assessment Test or another examination do not need to repeat the process, as specified in the notification.

4. How First-Time Candidates Can Register

Candidates appearing for the FAFD Assessment Test for the first time should follow these steps:

1. Visit the ICAI Digital Learning Hub and sign in using their SSP login credentials.
2. Open My Dashboard and locate the product titled “DAAB_Assessment_Forensic_Accounting and Fraud Detection 21st November 2026.”
3. Select Launch Assessment and complete the face registration process displayed on the screen.
4. After submitting the registration response, close the window.
5. On the examination date, access the FAFD Assessment Test through the Assessment section of the platform.

Fee for first-time candidates: No separate assessment registration fee is payable for the first attempt, as stated in the notification.

5. Registration Procedure for Candidates Reappearing in the Test

Members who have not cleared the assessment in an earlier attempt must complete the reappearance registration and pay the prescribed fee.

The fee is ₹590, comprising ₹500 plus 18% GST. This amount is non-refundable.

The procedure is as follows:

1. Log in to the Digital Learning Hub using the SSP credentials.
2. Go to My Dashboard and select “DAAB_Assessment_Forensic_Accounting and Fraud Detection 21st November 2026 (Re-appearance Link).”
3. Click the Launch button, open the payment link and select the option to proceed with payment.
4. After successful payment, check My Products for the assessment product added to the account.
5. Launch the relevant assessment product and complete face registration, if required.
6. Close the registration window after submission.
7. On 21 November 2026, access the examination through the Assessment section.

Candidates who have already completed the applicable face registration on the Digital Learning Hub are not required to repeat it.

6. Mock Test on 18 November 2026

ICAI will conduct a mock test on Wednesday, 18 November 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 noon.

The mock test is intended to familiarise candidates with the examination interface and the process of attempting the online assessment. The questions may or may not relate directly to the FAFD course material.

Participation is optional, but candidates are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to understand the examination environment before the actual test.

Only members who have completed face registration by the prescribed deadline of 16 November 2026 will be eligible to participate in the mock test. Further instructions regarding the mock test will be communicated separately.

7. Technical Requirements for the Online Examination

Before the examination, candidates should ensure that they have:

• A desktop computer or laptop.
• A functioning camera connected to the device.
• A stable internet connection.
• Valid access credentials for the ICAI Digital Learning Hub.
• Completed the required face registration and authentication.

Mobile phones and tablets cannot be used to take the FAFD Assessment Test. Accessing the examination through these devices may be treated as the use of unfair means.

Candidates should also make the necessary technical arrangements in advance to minimise the risk of interruptions during the examination.

8. Examination Conduct and Disciplinary Action

Candidates must comply with ICAI’s examination rules and maintain proper conduct throughout the assessment.

The use of unfair means or involvement in disruptive or improper conduct in connection with the examination may result in the matter being referred to the Digital Accounting and Assurance Board (DAAB). The Board may consider the circumstances and impose appropriate penalties or disciplinary action.

9. Late Registration Requests Will Not Be Accepted

The deadline for completing the required registration process is 16 November 2026 at 5:30 PM.

ICAI has stated that requests received after the closing date will not be entertained. Members who miss the deadline will have to wait for the next available Assessment Test.

Candidates should complete face registration early enough to allow time for authentication approval and to resolve any technical issues.

10. Contact Details for Assistance

For queries or clarification regarding the FAFD Assessment Test, members may contact ICAI through the following channels:

• Email: fafp@icai.in
• Telephone: 0120-3045992 / 0120-3045963

Candidates should refer to the official notification and its annexures for the detailed face registration guidelines.

Conclusion

The next ICAI FAFD Assessment Test is scheduled for 21 November 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon. The most important requirement for eligible members is to complete face registration by 16 November 2026 at 5:30 PM.

Candidates should verify their eligibility, complete the registration process on the Digital Learning Hub, check their technical arrangements and note the examination and mock test schedules to avoid last-minute difficulties.

Source: ICAI notification regarding the online Assessment Test for the Certificate Course on Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection.

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