The following points are subjective and worked for me. They may not necessarily work for everyone.
General Preparation Strategy
1. Stick to One Source
I relied only on Institute of Company Secretaries of India study material and bare acts—nothing else. I didn’t even use scanners. This helped me avoid confusion and stay consistent.
2. Focus on Writing Practice
Writing practice is extremely important. I made it a habit to write at least one answer every day. I picked questions from previous year question papers based on the topics I studied that day and compared them with guideline answers.
I also took weekly tests (through Ekcel Academy) without skipping any, and completed mock tests before exams.
3. Use Bare Acts Effectively
Wherever possible, refer to bare acts (I used the online version). It helps build clarity and improves your legal language.
4. Analyse Previous Year Question Papers
Go through past papers from the ICSI website and try to understand patterns. But don’t overanalyse to the point where it affects your preparation.
5. Flexible Study Hours
I aimed for around 8 hours a day (Monday to Saturday), but I tracked it weekly rather than daily. Some days may be less productive, and that’s okay—as long as the weekly target is met.
6. Be Flexible with Your Plan
You can’t plan everything perfectly. Unexpected things will come up, so adaptability is important.
QUESTIONS
1. How did you prepare for individual subjects in Module 1?
JIGL (Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws)
This subject is more about understanding and applying concepts rather than memorising. I focused on conceptual clarity and tried to remember only important section numbers.
CL&P (Company Law & Practice)
This is the most important paper in the Executive level, as our profession revolves around it. I focused on understanding concepts and avoided spending too much time on repetitive procedures.
Since Part B includes drafting, I dedicated one full week exclusively to it. I also read real-life notices and resolutions to understand the practical side.
SBILL (Setting up of Business Entities & Closure)
You can’t plan everything perfectly. Unexpected things will come up, so adaptability is important.
QUESTIONS
1. How did you prepare for individual subjects in Module 1?
JIGL (Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws)
This subject is more about understanding and applying concepts rather than memorising. I focused on conceptual clarity and tried to remember only important section numbers.
CL&P (Company Law & Practice)
This is the most important paper in the Executive level, as our profession revolves around it. I focused on understanding concepts and avoided spending too much time on repetitive procedures.
Since Part B includes drafting, I dedicated one full week exclusively to it. I also read real-life notices and resolutions to understand the practical side.
SBILL (Setting up of Business Entities & Closure)
This is one of the most relatable papers. The key is to understand procedures from a real-time perspective—how things actually work in practice.
CA&FM (Corporate Accounting & Financial Management)
I started with Financial Management and then moved to Corporate Accounting. Understanding the theory behind numerical problems is very important.
My approach to numericals was: you may not be prepared for every question, but you can prepare yourself to solve any problem logically.
2. How did you prepare for each paper in Module 2?
CMSL (Corporate & Management Sciences and Legal aspects)
Group 2 papers can be tricky, especially because they involve a lot of memorisation (including numbers). Regular revision is key.
ECIPL (Economic, Commercial & Intellectual Property Laws)
Part A and Part B are quite different. Understanding concepts and linking them with current affairs or real-life examples (like news articles) makes it easier to retain.
TL&P (Tax Laws & Practice)
Practice is essential. Try solving all case studies provided at the end of each chapter in the ICSI material.
3. Did you attend any classes (online or offline)?
Yes, I enrolled in Ekcel Academy’s package for both groups. It was primarily remote learning, but they also conducted live classes.
4. Any YouTube lectures you would recommend?
I didn’t rely on YouTube lectures. I was very particular about sticking to one source, and that worked well for me.
5. You are from a small town—how did you manage your preparation?
I attempted each group separately and cleared both in 2025. It’s a long journey, and it’s natural to face ups and downs along with other commitments.
The key is to prioritise what matters most to you in your current situation and stay consistent.
6. You are a passionate cyclist. How did you manage it along with studies?
Cycling actually complemented my preparation. My Sundays were fixed—I would go cycling in the morning and take weekly tests in the afternoon.
Cycling (or any sport) helped me clear my mind. I never saw it as wasted time. A fresh mind helps you understand concepts faster and better than studying while mentally exhausted.
It wasn’t always easy, but staying consistent with both made a big difference.
7. Any general tips for CS Executive preparation?
* Keep your preparation simple and consistent
* Focus on understanding rather than rote learning
* Practice writing answers regularly
* Revise frequently, especially for theory-heavy subjects
* Don’t compare your journey with others
* Stay flexible and take care of your mental well-being.
CA&FM (Corporate Accounting & Financial Management)
I started with Financial Management and then moved to Corporate Accounting. Understanding the theory behind numerical problems is very important.
My approach to numericals was: you may not be prepared for every question, but you can prepare yourself to solve any problem logically.
2. How did you prepare for each paper in Module 2?
CMSL (Corporate & Management Sciences and Legal aspects)
Group 2 papers can be tricky, especially because they involve a lot of memorisation (including numbers). Regular revision is key.
ECIPL (Economic, Commercial & Intellectual Property Laws)
Part A and Part B are quite different. Understanding concepts and linking them with current affairs or real-life examples (like news articles) makes it easier to retain.
TL&P (Tax Laws & Practice)
Practice is essential. Try solving all case studies provided at the end of each chapter in the ICSI material.
3. Did you attend any classes (online or offline)?
Yes, I enrolled in Ekcel Academy’s package for both groups. It was primarily remote learning, but they also conducted live classes.
4. Any YouTube lectures you would recommend?
I didn’t rely on YouTube lectures. I was very particular about sticking to one source, and that worked well for me.
5. You are from a small town—how did you manage your preparation?
I attempted each group separately and cleared both in 2025. It’s a long journey, and it’s natural to face ups and downs along with other commitments.
The key is to prioritise what matters most to you in your current situation and stay consistent.
6. You are a passionate cyclist. How did you manage it along with studies?
Cycling actually complemented my preparation. My Sundays were fixed—I would go cycling in the morning and take weekly tests in the afternoon.
Cycling (or any sport) helped me clear my mind. I never saw it as wasted time. A fresh mind helps you understand concepts faster and better than studying while mentally exhausted.
It wasn’t always easy, but staying consistent with both made a big difference.
7. Any general tips for CS Executive preparation?
* Keep your preparation simple and consistent
* Focus on understanding rather than rote learning
* Practice writing answers regularly
* Revise frequently, especially for theory-heavy subjects
* Don’t compare your journey with others
* Stay flexible and take care of your mental well-being.
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