CS Professional is the last step to becoming a company secretary. It is a 15-month course upon finishing CS Executive. CS Professional subjects include Governance, Risk Management, compliance and Ethics, Advanced Tax laws, Drafting, Pleadings and Appearances, etc.
CS Professional has three modules, i.e., module 1, module 2, and module 3, with a total of 9 papers. All the modules need to be passed by a student individually or collectively in order to complete this level. CS Professional exams are conducted twice a year, once in June and once in December.
The fee for the CS Professional course is INR 3,600. Additionally, the CS Professional Exam Pattern includes a total of 9 subjects with 100 marks each. The time for each subject is 3 hours.
Highlights of CS Professional Course & Subjects
Highlights of all the important elements about the CS course are listed below.
| Course Name | Company Secretary (CS) Professional |
| Course Level | Third Level of CS |
| Entrance Exam | CSEET |
| Duration | 15 months |
| Eligibility | After qualifying for the CS Executive Exam |
| Subjects | Governance, Risk Management, Compliances and Ethics, Advanced Tax Laws, Drafting, Pleadings and Appearances, Secretarial Audit, Compliance Management and Due Diligence, Corporate Reconstructing, Insolvency, Liquidation, and Winding-up, Resolution of Corporate Disputes, Non-Compliances and Remedies, Corporate Funding and Listing in Stock Exchanges, Multidisciplinary Case Studies, and 1 elective subject out of 9 options. |
| Course Fee | INR 12000 |
| Examination Fee | INR 1200 per module (there are 3 modules) |
| Top Institute for CS | The Institute of Company Secretaries of India |
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CS Professional New Syllabus and Subjects
Stay ahead with the latest updates on the CS Professional new syllabus and subjects! The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has revised the curriculum to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge and skills in corporate governance, law, and management. Check the table below for CS professional subjects.
| CS Professional Syllabus 2025 | ||
| Paper Number | Subjects | Marks |
| 1 | Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) | |
| - Principles & Practice Part I: Governance and Sustainability | 65 | |
| - Part II: Risk Management | 20 | |
| - Part III: Environment & Sustainability Reporting | 15 | |
| 2 | Drafting, Pleadings and Appearances | |
| - Part I: Drafting and Conveyancing | 70 | |
| - Part II: Pleadings and Appearances | 30 | |
| 3 | Compliance Management, Audit & Due Diligence | |
| - Part I: Compliance Management | 40 | |
| - Part II: Audit & Due Diligence | 60 | |
| 4 | Elective 1 (Select one Paper out of 4 Elective Papers) | |
| Group 2 | ||
| 5 | Strategic Management & Corporate Finance | |
| - Part I: Strategic Management | 40 | |
| - Part II: Corporate Finance | 60 | |
| 6 | Corporate Restructuring, Valuation and Insolvency | |
| - Part I: Corporate Restructuring | 40 | |
| - Part II: Valuation | 20 | |
| - Part III: Insolvency, Liquidation & Winding Up | 40 | |
| 7 | Elective 2 (Select one Paper out of 5 Elective Papers) | |
CS Professional Elective Subjects 2025
Candidates must select one paper from each of the first and second electives. The available CS Professional Syllabus elective subjects are listed in the table below.
| CS Professional Syllabus Elective Subjects | |||
| Paper Number | Elective 1 | Paper Number | Elective 2 |
| 4.1 | CSR & Social Governance Part I: Corporate Social Responsibility (50 Marks) Part II: Social Governance (50 Marks) |
7.1 | Arbitration, Mediation & Conciliation Part I: Arbitration & Conciliation (70 Marks) Part II: Mediation (30 Marks) |
| 4.2 | Internal and Forensic Audit Part: 1 Internal Audit (60 Marks) Part II: Forensic Audit (40 Marks) |
7.2 | Goods and Services Tax (GST) & Corporate Tax Planning Part I: Goods and Services Tax (GST) (70 Marks) Part II: Corporate Tax Planning (30 Marks) |
| 4.3 | Intellectual Property Rights: Law & Practice (100 Marks) | 7.3 | Labour Laws & Practice (100 Marks) |
| 4.4 | Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics and Cyber Security: Laws & Practice (100 Marks) | 7.4 | Banking & Insurance: Laws & Practice Part I: Banking Laws (50 Marks) Part II: Insurance Laws (50 Marks) |
| 7.5 | Insolvency and Bankruptcy: Law & Practice (100 Marks) | ||
Eligibility Criteria for CS Professional Syllabus 2025
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) offers a CS course that culminates in the Company Secretary (CS) Professional Program. Candidates must meet certain eligibility requirements to be considered for enrollment in the CS Professional Program for 2025. A candidate who wishes to register for the CS Professional examination should fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
- Candidate should be 17 years or older
- She/he should have cleared class 12th in any subject except fine arts from a recognized board or university
- He/she should have passed CS Executive examination (both modules) conducted by The Institute of Company Secretaries of India
- Postgraduates and graduates who have also passed CS Executive (both modules) conducted by The Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
How to Apply for the CS Professional Program for 2025 Session
To change from the old to the new syllabus for the ICSI CS Professional examination, simply follow these steps:
- Step 1: Visit icsi.edu, the official portal.
- Step 2: Click on the 'online services' tab.
- Step 3: Click on 'Professional Student Login' and provide your login credentials.
- Step 4: Enter the mandatory details on the student request screen.
- Step 5: Double-check and verify the information you've entered.
Don't forget that there is no cost involved in the switchover process.
Fee Structure for CS Professional Program 2025
The cost of the Company Secretary Professional program is INR 12000. The cost of the exam for each module is INR 1200. Because there are three modules, the exam fee would be INR 3600.
| Module | Amount |
| Module 1 | 1200 |
| Module 2 | 1200 |
| Module 3 | 1200 |
| Total | 3600 |
Conclusion
The CS Professional program is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in corporate governance, law, and management. The nine subjects covered in the program provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the various aspects of company law, financial management, strategic management, and tax laws. By choosing from a range of elective subjects, students can specialize in areas of their interest and expertise.
