The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the postponement of the CA Final and Intermediate examinations scheduled for September 3 and 4, 2025, in select cities of Punjab and Jammu City due to severe weather conditions and flooding.
According to the official announcement dated September 2, 2025, the CA Final and Intermediate examinations have been postponed in Amritsar, Bathinda, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mandi Gobindgarh, Pathankot, Patiala, and Sangrur (i.e., cities in the State of Punjab) and Jammu City only.
Key Details of the Announcement
Candidates must note the important details of the announcement, which are:
- The decision affects only examination centres in specific cities: Amritsar, Bathinda, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mandi Gobindgarh, Pathankot, Patiala, Sangrur (all in Punjab), and Jammu City.
- The postponement comes as a direct response to incessant rainfall and the resulting severe flood situation in these regions, which has disrupted normal life and created challenges for conducting exams safely.
- Revised dates for the affected exams will be announced by the ICAI subsequently.
Students should continue monitoring the official ICAI website (icai.org) for updates and important announcements.
Scope and Impact of Exam Postponement
Candidates must note that the examinations in other centers across India and overseas will proceed as per the previously published schedule. The schedule for CA Final Group 1 (September 3, 6, 8) and Group 2 (September 10, 12, 14), as well as CA Intermediate Group 1 (September 4, 7, 9) and Group 2 (September 11, 13, 15), remains unchanged except for the postponed centers.
The move is a partial modification to the earlier notification, showcasing ICAI’s commitment to student safety amid adverse conditions.
What Students Should Do?
In light of the severe weather conditions and flooding, participating students must keep the following points in mind:
- Candidates scheduled to appear at affected centres should await further communication on new exam dates.
- Those in unaffected regions should prepare as per the current timetable, as all other details remain unchanged.
- Updates will be posted on ICAl’s official platforms, and students are advised to remain alert for official notifications.
This announcement highlights ICAI’s proactive efforts to ensure examinee safety without disrupting the national exam timeline, providing clarity and reassurance during unexpected regional disruptions. It is advisable to stay indoors and remain alert for warnings, guidelines, and notifications.
