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Content Curator | Updated On - Sep 10, 2026
CAT Registration is ongoing on the official website from 3 August 2026, and the CAT registration last date is 15 September 2026. Aspirants can log on to the official website of CAT 2026 at iimcat.ac.in to register for CAT 2026. This year, IIM Indore will conduct the CAT 2026 examination on 29 November 2026.
| Direct Link For CAT 2026 Registration (New Candidates) |
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| Direct Link to Fill CAT Application Form (Registered Candidates) |
- The last date to apply for CAT 2026 is 15 September 2026.
- CAT form correction window is expected to be live in the 3rd week of September 2026.
- The CAT 2026 admit card will be available on 4 November 2026.
- The CAT exam fee has been revised for 2026: INR 2,700 for General/OBC and INR 1,350 for SC/ST/PWD.
Last year, a total of 2.95 lakh students registered for the CAT, and out of these, 2.58 lakh students appeared. In 2024, 3,29,000 candidates registered for CAT, and out of these, 2,93,000 appeared for the examination. In 2023, around 3,25,000 candidates registered for the examination, and in 2022, 2,55,501 candidates registered for CAT.
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Key Summary
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- CAT Registration 2026- Important Dates
- CAT Registration 2026- Eligibility Criteria
- CAT Registration 2026- How to Apply
3.1 CAT Registration 2026: Documents Required
- CAT Registration- Previous Year’s Statistics
4.1 How Many Applications Were Received for CAT in Last 10 Years?
4.2 What are the CAT Gender-wise Registration Statistics in the last 10 Years?
- CAT 2026 Registration FAQs
CAT Registration 2026- Important Dates
CAT 2026 Registration began on 3 August 2026. The last date to register for CAT 2026 is 15 September 2026.
- As per last year's dates, IIM Indore is expected to extend the CAT registration window till 20 September; however, it is not confirmed yet.
- IIM Indore is likely to open the CAT form correction window in the first week of October 2026 for around 2-3 days.
| Events | CAT Important Dates 2026 |
|---|---|
| CAT 2026 Notification Date | 26 July 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Registration Date | 3 August 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Registration Last Date | 15 September 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Form Correction | TBA |
| CAT 2026 Admit Card Release Date | 4 November 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Exam Date | 29 November 2026 |
Source: CAT official Website @iimcat.ac.in
Ques. Can the CAT 2026 registration date be extended?
Ans. As per the trends from past years, IIM Indore is likely to extend the CAT 2026 registration by around 4-5 days. You can expect CAT 2026 registration to be extended till 20 September 2026.
Ques. When will the CAT 2026 exam be held?
Ans. CAT 2026 exam will be held on 29 November 2026. As per the trends from past years, the CAT exam is being conducted on the last Sunday of November every year.
Ques. When is the CAT 2026 correction window, and what can be edited?
Ans. CAT correction window dates have not been announced yet and will be available only after the registration for CAT 2026 is over. You can expect the CAT form correction window to be opened after around 2 weeks of CAT registration last date, and it will be available in the first week of October 2026.
Ques. When will the CAT 2026 admit card be released?
Ans. As per the dates on the official website of CAT 2026, CAT admit card will be issued on 4 November 2026. You can download CAT 2026 admit card till 29 November 2026.
CAT Registration 2026- Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to apply for CAT 2026 exam, you must fulfil the below-listed CAT eligibility criteria.
- Graduation degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
- Minimum 50% or equivalent CGPA in a bachelor's degree.
- 5% relaxation in qualifying marks is offered to candidates belonging to the SC/ST/PWD category.
- There is no age limit to apply for CAT 2026.
| Category | Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| General | 50% |
| SC/ST/PWD | 45% |
Ques. Can final-year students apply for CAT 2026?
Ans. Yes, those who are in their final year and are awaiting their final-year results of final year of their graduation can apply for CAT 2026 examination.
CAT Registration 2026- How to Apply
You can follow the steps listed below to register and apply for CAT 2026 examination.
- Step 1: Visit the official website of CAT 2026 at iimcat.ac.in.
- Step 2: On the homepage, click on the “Register” button to begin the registration process.
- Step 3:Register using your personal and contact details and generate login credentials.
- Step 4: Log in to the CAT portal and fill out the CAT application form.
- Step 5: Upload all the required documents.
- Step 6: Pay the CAT application fee as prescribed by IIM Kozhikode.
- Step 7: Review and submit the CAT application form and download the CAT confirmation page for future reference.
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Ques. How can I recover my CAT 2026 login credentials?
Ans. To recover your CAT 2026 login credentials, you can go to the official website and click on “Forgot User ID/Password”. After that, fill in your email ID and follow the further instructions as mentioned on the official website to recover your CAT login credentials.
CAT Registration 2026: Documents Required
Students must keep the following documents ready while filling out the CAT application form.
| Document | Specifications / Requirements |
|---|---|
| Photograph | Not more than 6 months oldWhite/off-white background30mm x 45mmMax 1 MBJPEG, JPG format |
| Signature | Max size: 80 KB Dimensions: 80mm x 35mmJPEG, JPG format |
| Category Certificate | Required if applicable. Accepted formats: SC-ST / NC-OBC / EWS |
| Disability Certificate | Required if applicable. Accepted formats: PwD Form V / VI / VII |
| Academic Details | 10th, 12th, Graduation, Master’s/Professional Degree. Convert CGPA/Grades to percentage |
| Work Experience | Full-time only. After graduation till 31 July 2026 |
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Ques. What are the details required for filling out the CAT application form?
Ans. When filling out the CAT application form, you will require the below-mentioned details from official documents.
- Personal details (name, correct address, mobile number, email ID, etc.)
- Educational Details (Class 10+2 and Bachelor’s degree certificates)
- Full-time Work Experience (if any after graduation as of July 31st)
- Application fees
Ques. What are CAT 2026 Photograph Uploading Guidelines?
Ans. Students must remember the below-mentioned instructions while uploading a photograph.
- The photograph should be recent, and the signature must be written on fresh, blank white paper for CAT Registration 2026.
- The format of the image should be JPG or JPEG, and the size should remain within 80-150 KB.
- Reserved category candidates are required to submit the scanned reserved category certificates in PDF format.
CAT Registration Fees
CAT 2026 registration fee has been increased by INR 100 for male Gen/EWS/OBC candidates and INR 50 for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
- CAT 2026 registration fee for Gen/EWS/OBC candidates is INR 2700.
- For SC/ST/PWD students, the CAT registration fee is INR 1350.
| Categories | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/NC-OBC | INR 2700 |
| SC/ST/PwD | INR 1350 |
Ques. Is the CAT 2026 registration fee refundable?
Ans. No, CAT registration fee is not refundable. Once paid, you will not be able to get the fee refunded under any circumstances.
Ques. What if I face payment failure during CAT 2026 registration?
Ans. In case you face payment failure issues during CAT 2026 registration, check if your bank account is working and if merchant payments are allowed on your account. If the amount is deducted from your account, wait for 1-2 days till the payment status is updated. In case the issue still persists, you can connect with the concerned authority.
CAT 2026 Fee Payment Modes
You can use different payment modes to pay the CAT 2026 application fee. Payment modes that you can use include UPI, Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, Wallets & Cash Cards, etc. You can check the available payment modes in CAT 2026 along with the charges for each payment mode.
| Payment Mode | Charges |
|---|---|
| UPI - Bank Account | NIL |
| Debit Card — Rupay | NIL |
| Debit Card - Visa, MasterCard (Transaction Amount upto Rs. 2000/-) | 0.50 % of Transaction Amount |
| Debit Card - Visa, MasterCard (Transaction Amount Above Rs. 2000/-) | 0.90 % of Transaction Amount |
| Credit Card - Visa, MasterCard, Rupay | 1.00 % of Transaction Amount |
| Credit Cards — American Express, Diners | 2.75 % of Transaction Amount |
| Credit Cards — Commercial/Corporate | NA |
| Credit Cards — International | NA |
| Net Banking — Category Bank HDFC/SBI/ICICI/Axis/Kotak | Rs 18/- per Transaction |
| Net Banking — Other Bank | Rs 12/- per Transaction |
| Wallets and Cash Cards | 1.75 % of Transaction Amount |
| EMI/BNPL/EasyPay Based Payment - Visa, MasterCard, Rupay, Bank A/c, NBFC etc. | NA |
| EMI/BNPL/EasyPay Based Payment American Express, Diners Credit Card | NA |
| UPI on CC & Wallets | As per existing credit card & Wallets rates |
| UPI / UPI QR / Bharat QR - Credit Card, Debit Card, Wallet, Loans, etc | As per respective payment method charges, otherwise NA |
Source: Official CAT 2026 Registration Guide
CAT Registration- Previous Year’s Statistics
Last year, around 2.95 lakh candidates registered for the CAT Exam, and out of these, 2.58 lakh students appeared.
- 1.10 lakh candidates were male, 1.85 lakh were female, and 9 were transgender.
- Last year, CAT attendance was around 86%.
- 12 candidates scored 100 percentile in CAT last year.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Candidates Registered | 2,95,000 |
| Number of Candidates Appeared | 2.58,000 |
| Attendance Rate | Approximately 86% |
| 100 Percentilers | 12 candidates achieved a 100 percentile score |
| Male to Female Ratio | 1.10 lakh males, 1.85 lakh females, 9 transgender |
Category-wise number of candidates registered for CAT last year is mentioned in the table below.
| Category | Percentage of Candidates Registered | Percentage of Candidates Appeared |
|---|---|---|
| General | 65.76% | 65.32% |
| EWS | 5.26% | 5.59% |
| OBC | 17.82% | 18.52% |
| SC | 8.78% | 8.34% |
| ST | 2.38% | 2.22% |
| PwD | 0.49% (across categories) | 0.47% (across categories) |
How Many Applications Were Received for CAT in Last 10 Years?
In 2023, there was a record number of applications. Over 3.30 lakh students registered, marking a steady hike of 30% from the year 2022. However, last year, only 2.95 lakh students registered for the CAT exam.
| Year | How Many Students Registered? | How Many Students Appeared? | How Much Increase/ Decrease? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2.95 lakh | 2.58 lakh | - |
| 2024 | 3,29 lakh | 2.93 lakh | - |
| 2023 | 3.30 lakh | 2.88 lakh | +30% |
| 2022 | 2.55 lakh | 2.23 lakh | +11% |
| 2021 | 2.30 lakh | 1.91 lakh | +0.9% |
| 2020 | 2.28 lakh | 1.90 lakh | -6.6% |
| 2019 | 2.44 lakh | 2.09 lakh | +1.2% |
| 2018 | 2.41 lakh | 2.09 lakh | +4.3% |
| 2017 | 2.31 lakh | 1.99 lakh | -0.4% |
| 2016 | 2.32 lakh | 1.95 lakh | +5.9% |
| 2015 | 2.19 lakh | 1.79 lakh | +11.2% |
| 2014 | 1.97 lakh | 1.70 lakh | +1.0% |
| 2013 | 1.95 lakh | 1.73 lakh | -8.9% |
What are the CAT Gender-wise Registration Statistics in the last 10 Years?
| Year | Total Registered Students | Total Male Applicants | Total Female Applicants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2,95,000 | 1,10,000 | 1,85,000 |
| 2024 | 3,29,000 | 2,19,000 | 1,19,000 |
| 2023 | 3,30,000 | 2,23,000 | 1,17,000 |
| 2022 | 2,55,501 | 1,44,417 | 77,763 |
| 2021 | 2,29,969 | 1,24,808 | 66,850 |
| 2020 | 2,27,835 | 1,15,143 | 75,000 |
| 2019 | 2,44,169 | 1,34,917 | 75,004 |
| 2018 | 2,41,000 | 1,36,075 | 73,326 |
| 2017 | 2,31,067 | 1,53,027 | 78,009 |
| 2016 | 2,32,436 | 1,30,839 | 64,503 |
| 2015 | 2,18,664 | 1,21,291 | 58,270 |
| 2014 | 1,96,951 | 1,37,740 | 59,211 |
| 2013 | 1,94,516 | 1,38,107 | 56,409 |
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CAT 2026 Registration FAQs
Ques. Will there be a form correction window for CAT 2026?
Ans. Yes, IIM Indore will provide a form correction window for the CAT 2026 examination after the registration is over. You can expect the CAT 2026 form correction window to open in the last week of September or the first week of October 2026.
Ques. Can I change my test city after registration?
Ans. Yes, after the registration is over, you can change the test city during the CAT 2026 form correction window. However, after the form correction window is over, you can not change your CAT test city.
Ques. Where can I contact for CAT 2026 registration help?
Ans. In case you need to contact the CAT 2026 registration helpline, you can do so at the mail ID: cat2026_helpdesk@iimidr.ac.in and Phone Number: 1800 210 0175
Ques. How do I create a CAT 2026 login ID/User ID?
Ans. To create a User ID for CAT 2026, you can log on to the official website at iimcat.ac.in and follow the instructions below.
- On the homepage, go to “New Candidate Registration” and click on “Register”.
- Fill out the registration form using the details listed below:
- Name of Candidate
- DOB
- Email Address
- Country
- Mobile Number
- After filling out these details, click on generate OTP.
- Submit the OTP, read the declaration, and mark the declaration.
- Finally, click on the “Confirm” tab, and your User ID will be generated.
Ques. Can I edit my CAT 2026 application form after payment?
Ans. No, you can not edit your CAT 2026 application form right after the payment of the CAT application fee. However, you can change some editable fields during the CAT application form correction window.
Ques. Is there a mobile app to fill out the CAT 2026 form?
Ans. No, there is no app to fill out the CAT 2026 application form. However, you can use CAT 2026 official website to fill out the CAT 2026 form.
Ques. What are the accepted modes of payment for CAT 2026 registration?
Ans. To pay the CAT 2026 application fee, you can use the payment modes listed below.
- UPI
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- Wallet/Cash Card
Ques. Is the CAT 2026 registration fee refundable if I don't appear for the exam?
Ans. No, if you don’t appear for the CAT 2026 exam in the allotted slot, you will not get your CAT application fee refunded.
Ques. Can final-year students apply for CAT 2026?
Ans. Yes, final-year students appearing for the final exam of their qualifying degree are eligible to apply for CAT 2026.
Ques. Is there an age limit for CAT 2026?
Ans. No, there is no age limit for appearing for CAT 2026 exam. You must have completed the minimum required qualification to apply for the exam.
Ques. What are the photo and signature specifications for CAT 2026 (size, format, dimensions)?
Ans. Photograph and signature to be uploaded for CAT 2026 should be uploaded in JPG/JPEG format with an image size of 80 KB.
- Dimensions of photograph should be 1200 pixels x 1200 pixels.
- Dimensions of the signature should be 80 mm x 35 mm.
Ques. Is a category certificate mandatory at the time of CAT registration?
Ans. Yes, at the time of CAT registration, you must upload category certificate to avail reservation benefits.
Ques. Do I need to upload work experience documents for CAT 2026?
Ans. No, work experience certificate is no required to be uploaded at the time of CAT registration.
Ques. How many test cities are available for CAT 2026?
Ans. CAT 2026 exam will be conducted at 170 test cities across the country. You can select a total of 5 cities while CAT 2026 registration.
Ques. Can I change my test city after registration?
Ans. Yes, as per the official CAT 2026 website, you can change your test city after registration during the CAT form correction window.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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