The ICSI is hosting its 4th International Conference from September 3-5, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. The theme for this year is Embracing Innovation, Enhancing Good Governance. This conference aims to create opportunities for learning and resource enhancement, while also offering a platform to engage with thought leaders, industry pioneers, and potential investors for networking and business growth.
The ICSI hosted its National Sustainability Conference 2025 on July 26-27, 2025, in Udaipur, Rajasthan, centered around the theme, Fostering Sustainability towards a Resilient Future. The Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Dr. Prem Chand Bairwa, attended the conference as the Chief Guest, while Prof. (Dr.) Gourav Vallabh, a member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, served as the Special Guest for the event.
Capacity Building Series : A new initiative by ICSI aimed at enhancing the knowledge and skills of members and students
ICSI Certificate Course on Professional Reboot: Women Returning to Company Secretarial Roles
This certificate course equips women Company Secretaries with the essential skills and knowledge needed to successfully transition back into their professional roles after a career break.
2-Year Full-Time MBA in Maritime Regulations and Compliance Management
This collaborative program between ICSI and Gujarat Maritime University combines the Company Secretary curriculum with maritime laws and regulatory practices. It offers students practical exposure, enhances their skills, and boosts their employability in the fields of maritime law and shipping management.
A Comprehensive One-Year Residential Program with NISM : This thoughtfully designed one-year residential program at NISM is aligned with top-tier and contemporary texts. The curriculum features application-based teaching methods and includes an industry internship, ensuring a practical learning experience.
Designed to provide professionals with the essential knowledge and skills required for roles within the United Arab Emirates, this course emphasizes the UAE’s business landscape, legal framework, and pertinent business practices.
Graduates and Postgraduates from accredited universities can directly enroll in the Company Secretary Executive Programme. The ICSI has launched online Doubt Clearing Classes for students enrolled in its Executive and Professional Programmes.
This groundbreaking set of principles aligns with global trends and provides essential guidance for sustainable and responsible investing. By outlining best practices that include environmental, social, and governance factors, the IGPS serves as a framework for ethical stewardship, empowering institutional investors and service providers.
The ICSI established standards to provide uniform procedures for Internal Committee meetings, as well as for handling complaints, inquiries, and training/capacity-building programs for employees and Internal Committee members. Additionally, it offers guidance on creating gender-neutral PoSH policies to promote inclusivity.
ICSI International ADR Centre : Founded to create an environment conducive to de-clogging the courts and ensuring speedy justice.
ICSI Start-up and MSME Catalyst : This unique initiative aims to equip ICSI members with the knowledge and skills necessary to guide MSMEs and start-ups.
ICSI Institute of Social Auditors : A Section 8 company established to strengthen social audits and impact assessments within India’s social governance ecosystem. The ICSI-ISA is set to develop standards for social audits, register social auditors, and collaborate with NISM to create and deliver courses on social audit.
ICSI Social Audit Standards : Developed by ICSI, these standards cover all 16 activities listed under Regulation 292E(2)(a) of SEBI (ICDR) Regulations 2018, offering guidance for conducting social audits of social enterprises involved in these activities.
Registered Valuer’s Toolkit : Published by the ICSI RVO, the Registered Valuer’s Toolkit is designed to provide both aspiring and practicing Registered Valuers with essential knowledge, regulatory frameworks, practical tools, and ethical guidance for conducting valuation assignments.
Recognitions
- Companies Act 2013
- SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015
- SEBI (Issue and Listing of Non-Convertible Securities) Regulations, 2021
- IFSCA (Issuance and Listing of Securities) Regulations, 2021
- PNGRB (Gas Exchange) Regulations, 2020
- IRDA (Registration of Indian Insurance Companies) Regulations, 2000
- Life Insurance Corporation General Regulations, 2021
Global Footprint
ICSI Overseas Centres : With its vision “to be a global leader in promoting good Corporate Governance” and mission “to develop high-caliber professionals facilitating good Corporate Governance,” the ICSI has expanded into the international arena by establishing ICSI Overseas Centres in Australia, Canada, Singapore, UAE, UK, and USA.
ICSI MoU with Services Exports Promotion Council (SEPC) : This MoU aims to provide customized training programs for ICSI members and grant access to global markets. It will facilitate joint research, resource sharing, and collaboration in international events.
Academic Collaborations
International Commerce Olympiad and ICSI Commerce Olympiad : The ICSI has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF), Humming Bird Education Limited, International Olympiad Foundation, and Silver Zone Foundation to conduct Olympiads in schools across India, raising awareness about the Company Secretary Course and Profession among students.
ICSI Academic Connect
The ICSI has launched the Academic Connect initiative to collaborate with various IIMs, IITs (IIT Madras – providing skill-based courses on the SWAYAM PLUS platform), National Law University, and other institutions of national repute to impart knowledge and enhance the skills of students, academicians, and professionals.
ICSI Social Initiatives
Fee Waiver
- For Indian armed forces, paramilitary forces, Agni veers, families of martyrs, and wards of Indian armed forces and paramilitary forces registering for the CS Executive Programme.
- For students from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh registering for the CSEET and CS Executive Programme.
Fee Concession
- Fee concession for students from SC/ST and physically handicapped categories.
- For students from Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, North Eastern states, and Himachal Pradesh registering for CSEET and CS Executive Programme.
Other Benefits
- Fee waiver under the Students Education Fund Trust scheme for meritorious and economically weaker students.
- Education loan facility from Canara Bank for students.