CAT 2026 Registration: The CAT 2026 registration process is set to begin on August 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Eligible candidates can submit their application forms until September 15, 2026 (5:00 PM) through the official website iimcat.ac.in.

This year, IIM Indore will conduct the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 on November 29, 2026, in three shifts across 170+ exam cities in India.

📌 Biggest Update: The CAT 2026 registration fee has been increased for all categories. However, the exam pattern and syllabus remain unchanged, according to the official notification.

📅 CAT 2026 Important Dates

💰 CAT 2026 Registration Fee Increased

The CAT 2026 application fee has been revised upward for all categories.

Updated Registration Fee

⚠️ Important: The registration fee is non-refundable and must be paid online while submitting the application form.

✅ CAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the following eligibility conditions before applying:

• 🎓 Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (General, EWS, NC-OBC).
• 🎓 45% marks for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
• 📝 Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply.
• 📌 Candidates must fulfill all eligibility requirements at the time of admission.

📝 CAT 2026 Exam Pattern: No Changes This Year

Good news for MBA aspirants!

According to the official notification:

• ✅ No change in CAT 2026 syllabus
• ✅ No change in exam pattern
• ✅ No change in the admission process for participating IIMs after the notification.

Candidates can continue their preparation using the existing CAT syllabus and exam pattern.

📂 Documents Required for CAT 2026 Registration

Before the registration window opens, keep these documents ready:

• 📷 Recent passport-size photograph
• ✍️ Signature (scanned)
• 🆔 Valid photo ID
• 🎓 Academic certificates and mark sheets
• 📱 Active mobile number
• 📧 Valid email ID
• 💳 Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI for fee payment
• 📄 Category or PwD certificate (if applicable)

⚡ CAT 2026 Registration Tips

✔️ Register as early as possible to avoid heavy website traffic.

✔️ Double-check your personal and academic details before final submission.

✔️ Upload documents only in the prescribed format.

✔️ Save a copy of the completed application form and payment receipt.

✔️ Use a stable internet connection while filling out the application.

🎯 CAT 2026 Admit Card & Result

The CAT 2026 admit card will be available for download from November 4, 2026.

The CAT 2026 result is expected to be announced in the first week of January 2027. The CAT score will remain valid until December 31, 2027, for admission to participating management institutes.

📌 CAT 2026 Key Highlights

• 🚀 Registration begins on August 3, 2026
• 🗓️ Last date to apply is September 15, 2026
• 💰 Registration fee increased for all categories
• 📚 No changes in CAT syllabus or exam pattern
• 📝 CAT 2026 exam will be held on November 29
• 🎫 Admit card releases on November 4
• 📊 Result likely in the first week of January 2027

❓CAT 2026 FAQs

When does CAT 2026 registration start?

CAT 2026 registration will begin on August 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

What is the last date to apply for CAT 2026?

The last date to submit the CAT 2026 application form is September 15, 2026 (5:00 PM).

Has the CAT 2026 registration fee increased?

Yes. The application fee has increased to ₹2,700 for General/EWS/NC-OBC candidates and ₹1,350 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.

Has the CAT 2026 syllabus changed?

No. The official notification confirms that there are no changes in the CAT 2026 syllabus or exam pattern.

Who is conducting CAT 2026?

IIM Indore is the conducting institute for CAT 2026.

Keypoints

• CAT 2026 Registration
• CAT 2026 Application Form
• CAT 2026 Registration Fee
• CAT 2026 Eligibility
• CAT 2026 Exam Date
• CAT 2026 Admit Card
• CAT 2026 Important Dates
• CAT 2026 Latest Update