Archive · 26 Jul 2026
CAT 2026 Registration Begins August 3
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore has announced the registration dates for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026.
Registration will start on August 3, 2026, and end on September 15, 2026.
The exam is scheduled for November 29, 2026.
The registration fee has been increased for all categories.
Candidates need to have a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks to apply.
The CAT scores are valid until December 31, 2027.
Candidates should visit the official CAT website for updates and to complete their registration.
CAT 2026 registration begins on August 3, 2026, and ends on September 15, 2026.
The exam is scheduled for November 29, 2026.
Admit cards will be available from November 4 to November 29, 2026.
Results will be declared in the first week of January 2027.
CAT scores are valid until December 31, 2027.
- Who
- Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore
- What
- Announcement of CAT 2026 registration dates and fee changes
- When
- Registration begins on August 3, 2026, and ends on September 15, 2026
- Where
- Online at iimcat.ac.in
- Why
- To facilitate admission to postgraduate management programs at IIMs and other participating business schools
Pros of CAT Exam
Cons of CAT Exam
Access to Top B-Schools
Pros of CAT Exam
CAT provides access to prestigious IIMs and other top business schools.
Cons of CAT Exam
The exam is highly competitive, making it difficult to secure admission.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Pros of CAT Exam
CAT evaluates candidates on various parameters like academic performance, work experience, and diversity.
Cons of CAT Exam
The extensive evaluation criteria can be stressful and time-consuming for applicants.
- Registration Start Date
- August 3, 2026, at 10:00 am
- Registration End Date
- September 15, 2026, at 5:00 pm
- Exam Date
- November 29, 2026
- Admit Card Availability
- November 4 to November 29, 2026
- Result Declaration
- First week of January 2027
- Score Validity
- Until December 31, 2027
- Registration Fee (General/EWS/NC-OBC)
- Rs 2,700
- Registration Fee (SC/ST/PwD)
- Rs 1,350
