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Independent Director Online Proficiency Self-Assessment Test (IICA)

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Can You Take the IICA Independent Director Exam?

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Age
Education
No specific academic degree required, but candidates must register on the Independent Directors Databank. Individuals who have served as a director or KMP for not less than 3 years (as on the date of inclusion) in listed/public companies meeting specified thresholds, or who have been in practice for at least 10 years as an advocate, chartered accountant, cost accountant, or company secretary, are exempt from the test.
Additional Requirements
  • Create and maintain an active profile in the Independent Directors Databank
  • Complete the online proficiency test within 2 years of inclusion in the databank (unless exempt)
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IICA Independent Director Exam Details

Independent Director Online Proficiency Self-Assessment Test (IICA)

Administered by Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA)

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50% (50 out of 100 marks)
Passing Score
50
Questions
75
Minutes
Included in Independent Directors Databank subscription (₹5,000 + 18% GST for 1 year, ₹15,000 + 18% GST for 5 years, or ₹25,000 + 18% GST for lifetime)
Exam Fee
Study time: 20–40 hours of studying IICA e-learning modules and reviewing the Companies Act, 2013
Prerequisites: Registration in the Independent Directors Databank

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) content outline

Companies Act, 201330%

Board constitution, directors' duties, meeting rules, audit committees, and related party transaction compliance

Corporate Governance & Board Effectiveness30%

Role of independent directors, board evaluation, ethics, corporate social responsibility, and governance codes

Financial Literacy & Accountancy20%

Reading balance sheets, profit & loss accounts, cash flow statements, and key financial ratios

Securities Law & SEBI Regulations20%

SEBI LODR regulations, insider trading guidelines, and disclosure obligations for listed entities

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