Archive · 30 Jul 2026
CAT 2026 Registration Opens, Exam in 170 Cities
The Common Admission Test, or CAT, is a big exam that helps people get into top business schools in India.
In 2026, the test will start on August 3 and will be held on November 29 in about 170 cities.
IIM Indore will run the test this year.
Students who want to study at IIM Bangalore can look at the courses offered, like business analytics and public policy.
To get in, you need a good CAT score, good school grades, and sometimes work experience.
CAT 2026 registration opens on August 3, 2026.
Exam scheduled for November 29, 2026, in roughly 170 cities with three sessions.
IIM Indore will conduct the test, led by Director Himanshu Rai.
IIM Bangalore offers multiple postgraduate and PhD programmes in management.
Eligibility includes CAT score, academic record, and work experience.
- Who
- IIM Indore, Director Himanshu Rai
- What
- CAT 2026 registration and exam announcement
- When
- Registration opens August 3, 2026; exam on November 29, 2026
- Where
- Across approximately 170 cities in India
- Why
- To admit candidates into IIM management programmes
- Registration Start Date
- August 3, 2026
- Exam Date
- November 29, 2026
- Exam Sessions
- Three
- Cities
- Approximately 170
- Conducting Body
- IIM Indore