What is the SFIO Investigation Officer exam pattern?

The exam has 100 MCQs in 90 minutes with -0.25 negative marking, covering Corporate and Company Law (Companies Act 2013, SEBI Act, FEMA, IBC), Accounting and Forensic Audit (financial statements, audit techniques, forensic accounting tools), Investigation Procedures (evidence gathering, search and seizure, statement recording, SFIO rules under Companies Act), and General Studies (economy, financial crimes, corporate governance). A personal interview follows for shortlisted candidates. The depth of corporate law and forensic accounting required makes this a tough exam.

What are the eligibility requirements for SFIO Investigation Officer?

Candidates with degrees in Commerce, Finance, Law (LLB), or professional qualifications (CA, CMA, CS) from recognised institutions are eligible. An M.Com, MBA (Finance), or LLM in Corporate/Financial Law strengthens the application. The age limit is 21 to 30 years with standard relaxations. Candidates with internship or work experience in audit firms, corporate law firms, or financial services investigations are viewed favourably. IT/Cyber professionals with forensic data analysis experience are also recruited for specialised technology investigation roles.

What career opportunities does SFIO offer?

SFIO Investigation Officers work at SFIO headquarters (New Delhi) and its regional offices in Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, and Hyderabad. The role offers unique exposure to high-stakes corporate fraud cases that shape India's corporate governance landscape. Pay is aligned with Group A central government scales (Level 10, approximately Rs. 56,100 onwards). Career growth within SFIO leads to Senior Investigation Officer, Joint Director, Additional Director, and Director. SFIO experience also opens doors in forensic accounting firms, financial intelligence agencies, and corporate legal teams.

How should I prepare for the SFIO Investigation Officer exam?

Study the Companies Act 2013 completely—especially provisions relating to fraud, audit, accounts, and SFIO powers under Sections 210-229. Cover FEMA 1999, SEBI Act, Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), and IBC 2016 as these regularly intersect with corporate fraud. For forensic accounting, study Crumbley et al. or Madura's Financial Forensics. Review landmark SFIO reports on Satyam, IL&FS, and DHFL from MCA website for real-world investigation methodology. Practise financial statement analysis and balance sheet scrutiny regularly. Solve previous ICAI fraud management module papers for practice.

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Conducting BodySerious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO), Ministry of Corporate Affairs

Exam ModeOnline CBT + Interview

Marking Scheme+1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong

SectionsCorporate & Company Law, Accounting & Forensic Audit, Investigation Procedures, General Studies

FrequencyIrregular (as per vacancy)

Next Exam2027-03-01

Registration2027-01-05

EligibilityGraduate/Post-Graduate in Commerce/Law/CA/ICSI; age 21-30 years

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Study the Companies Act 2013 in full, especially Sections 210-229 on SFIO powers, fraud, auditor duties, and corporate liability.

Cover PMLA, FEMA, SEBI Act, and IBC 2016 as corporate fraud investigations frequently involve multi-law violations simultaneously.

Learn forensic accounting techniques—financial statement analysis, fund flow tracing, shell company identification—from CA forensic audit study material.

Review SFIO investigation reports on Satyam, IL&FS, and DHFL from the MCA official website to understand real-world investigation methodology.

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The Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) is a multi-disciplinary body under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, established to detect and prosecute corporate fraud. SFIO Investigation Officers investigate serious cases of financial fraud, embezzlement, siphoning of funds, falsification of accounts, money laundering linked to corporate entities, and violations of the Companies Act 2013. Notable investigations include Satyam Computers, IL&FS, DHFL, PMC Bank, and several shell company networks. Officers work in multi-disciplinary teams comprising accountants, lawyers, forensic experts, bankers, and IT specialists.

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