CS professionals handle company law compliance, corporate governance, statutory filings, board meetings and advising directors. They are key in listed companies, legal firms, and corporate secretariats. ICSI runs the CS course with Foundation/Executive/Professional stages
Company Secretary (CS)
Persona (Who suits this career best?)
Minimum Required Qualification
List Interest in law, governance and corporate rulesItem #1
Good written and verbal communication (minutes, reports)
Detail-oriented, ethical, comfortable with board-level interactions
Start after 10+2 (Foundation → Executive → Professional) or Graduates can start at Executive stage
Stream of Study
Entry Pathways
Commerce / Arts / Science — any stream can join CS course; law knowledge help
CS Foundation (after 10+2) → Executive → Professional; internships/placements available at companies and law firms
Average Starting Salary
Fresh CS-qualified professionals often start ₹4–10 lakh per year in corporate roles