Candidates must possess the following academic qualifications:
- A minimum of 60% aggregate marks or equivalent Cumulative Grade Points Average (CGPA) in a full-time Graduation course of at least three years duration.
- A Post-Graduation degree (MBA / PGDBA / PGDBM / MMS) with specialization in Finance, International Business, or Foreign Trade. This post-graduation course must be a minimum two-year full-time program with at least 60% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA.
- Alternatively, candidates may qualify by being a Chartered Accountant (CA). Passing the professional examination is sufficient, but membership of ICAI is mandatory.
- Candidates who are appearing for their final Post-Graduation or Chartered Accountancy examinations in January 2026 and expect their results in 2026 are eligible to apply.
- All educational qualifications must be obtained from a University or Institute recognized/approved by the Government, AICTE, or UGC. Degrees acquired through correspondence, part-time, open university, open learning, external, or distance learning modes are not eligible.