Introduction: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has released an important announcement regarding the Advanced Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills (Advanced ICITSS) – Adv. Information Technology Test. This computer-based test is a crucial component for candidates aspiring to enhance their IT skills and is scheduled for multiple dates in 2023-24.
Detailed Analysis:
1. Test Dates and Eligibility:
- The Advanced ICITSS – Adv. IT Test is scheduled for the following dates: 23-Dec-2023, 20-Jan-2024, 24-Feb-2024, and 30-Mar-2024.
- Candidates must complete the Advanced IT course on or before specific dates to be eligible for each test date.
2. Application Timeline:
- Commencement of submission of examination application forms: 04-Dec-2023, 02-Jan-2024, 02-Feb-2024, 11-Mar-2024.
- Last date for submission of online examination application forms: 08-Dec-2023, 06-Jan-2024, 06-Feb-2024, 15-Mar-2024.
3. Examination Centers (In India and Abroad):
- The test will be conducted in various cities across India and abroad, including prominent locations like Delhi, Mumbai, Dubai, and Kathmandu.
- ICAI reserves the right to cancel or change the examination center based on candidate availability.
4. Online Application Process:
- Candidates must apply online at https://advit.icaiexam.icai.organd pay the applicable test fee online.
- No physical applications will be accepted, and no changes to the selected center will be allowed once opted.
5. Test Fee:
- The examination fee varies for first-time applicants and subsequent attempts.
- For Dubai center, the test fee is USD $150, and for Kathmandu, it is Rs. 850/-.
6. Additional Information:
- All other details and guidance notes can be found on https://advit.icaiexam.icai.org.
- It’s emphasized that late submissions and changes to the examination center will not be entertained.
Conclusion: Aspiring candidates for the Advanced ICITSS-Adv. IT Test must adhere to the specified dates and guidelines provided by ICAI. The computer-based test offers a crucial opportunity for individuals to showcase their advanced IT skills. It is recommended to visit the official website for detailed information and ensure compliance with all requirements. For the latest updates and announcements, candidates are advised to stay tuned to the official ICAI channels. Best of luck to all the participants!
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
[Set up by an Act of Parliament]
Post Box No.7112, ‘ICAI BHAWAN’, Indraprastha Marg
New Delhi – 110002
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
Date : 20-11-2023
Advanced Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills (Advanced ICITSS) -Adv. Information Technology Test – Computer Based Mode (CBT)
It has been decided to conduct Advanced ICITSS – Adv. IT Test – in Computer Based Mode (CBT) as per following dates.
| Test Dates | 23-Dec-2023 | 20-Jan-2024 | 24-Feb-2024 | 30-Mar-2024 |
| Eligibility Criteria i.e., Advanced ICITSS – Advanced IT course to be completed on/before | 23-Nov-2023 | 20-Dec-2023 | 24-Jan-2024 | 15-Mar-2024 |
| Commencement of submission of examination application forms | 04-Dec-2023 | 02-Jan-2024 | 02-Feb-2024 | 11-Mar-2024 |
| Last date for submission of online examination application forms: | 08-Dec-2023 | 06-Jan-2024 | 06-Feb-2024 | 15-Mar-2024 |
The computer-based tests will be held at the following cities provided sufficient number of candidates offer themselves to appear in the test, from the said cities. ICAI reserves the right to cancel the centre and allot the candidates to any centre / city other than the one he / she has opted for, in case the number of candidates who opt for appearing in that city / centre is not adequate or the centre cannot be opened due to any other restrictions.
EXAMINATION CENTRES (IN INDIA):
1 |
AGRA |
2 |
AHMEDABAD |
3 |
AHMEDNAGAR |
4 |
AJMER |
5 |
AKOLA |
6 |
ALWAR |
7 |
AMBALA |
8 |
AMRITSAR |
9 |
AURANGABAD |
10 |
BENGALURU |
11 |
BHOPAL |
12 |
BHUBANESWAR |
13 |
BIKANER |
14 |
CHANDIGARH |
15 |
CHENNAI |
16 |
COIMBATORE |
21 |
DEHRADUN |
18 |
DELHI / NEW DELHI |
19 |
ERNAKULAM |
20 |
FARIDABAD |
21 |
GANDHIDHAM |
22 |
GHAZIABAD |
23 |
GORAKHPUR |
24 |
GUNTUR |
25 |
GURGAON |
26 |
GUWAHATI |
27 |
HISAR |
28 |
HYDERABAD |
29 |
INDORE |
30 |
JABALPUR |
31 |
JAIPUR |
32 |
JALANDHAR |
33 |
JAMMU |
34 |
JAMNAGAR |
35 |
JAMSHEDPUR |
36 |
JODHPUR |
37 |
KANPUR |
38 |
KOLKATA |
39 |
KOTA |
40 |
KOZHIKODE |
41 |
LUCKNOW |
42 |
LUDHIANA |
43 |
MANGALORE |
44 |
MARGAO (GOA) |
45 |
MEERUT |
46 |
MUMBAI |
47 |
NAGPUR |
48 |
NASHIK |
49 |
NAVI MUMBAI |
50 |
NOIDA |
51 |
PATNA |
52 |
PIMPRI CHINCHWAD |
53 |
PUNE |
54 |
RAIPUR |
55 |
RAJAMAHENDRAVARAM |
56 |
RAJKOT |
57 |
RANCHI |
58 |
SIKAR |
59 |
SILIGURI |
60 |
SURAT |
61 |
THANE |
62 |
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM |
63 |
THRISSUR |
64 |
TINSUKIA |
65 |
TIRUPATI |
66 |
UDAIPUR |
67 |
VADODARA |
68 |
VARANASI |
69 |
VASAI |
70 |
VIJAYAWADA |
71 |
VISAKHAPATNAM |
EXAMINATION CENTRES (ABROAD):
1. DUBAI 2.KATHMANDU
On-line filling up of examination forms:
Candidates who have/would have undergone the Advanced ICITTS-Advanced Information Technology course as per respective exam eligibility and desirous of appearing in the test, will be required to apply online at https://advit.icaiexam.icai.org and pay the applicable test fee online. No physical applications will be entertained. There is no concept of submission of applications with late fee. No change of center will be permitted once opted.
TEST FEE
The examination fee will be as follows:
A candidate who is applying for the test for the first time will not be required to pay the test fee. However, those who are applying for the test thereafter, i.e. from second time onwards will be required to pay a test fee of Rs. 500/- online through the payment gateway. For Dubai Centre, the test fee will be USD $ 150 and for Kathmandu, the same will be Rs. 850/-.
All other details and guidance notes will be hosted on https://advit.icaiexam.icai.org
(S. K. Garg)
Director – Examinations
