CAT Registration 2026 (Extended): Revised Last Date, Direct Link, Application Fee, Documents Required

CAT Registration 2026 started on August 3, 2026. Candidates who are in their final year of graduation or have completed their graduation are eligible to apply online for CAT exam 2026. Now that the IIM CAT registration link is activated, candidates can apply online at iimcat.ac.in. Last date of CAT registration 2026 is September 22, 2026. Know what is the CAT registration process, fee and documents required to upload.

CAT registration 2026 started on August 3, 2026. The CAT 2026 application form was available online at IIM CAT website and the candidates are required to apply online. Last date to register for the CAT exam 2026 was extended to September 22, 2026. Read below to know all about CAT exam registration 2026, application fee, direct link to apply, etc. 

Latest Updates: CAT 2026 Registration Fee Payment Last Date Today: Pay Exam Fee Before 5 PM; Details here

IIM CAT Registration 2026: Highlights

The CAT registration forms an integral part of the application process for the forms to be accepted. The CAT 2026 exam applicants must make sure that they fill the form correctly in one go as they will no be allowed to make changes later on. They will have to fill the form fresh. Check out the major highlights of CAT exam below in the table. 

IIM CAT 2026 Registration	Details
CAT application mode	Online
CAT application fees	Rs. 2,700 for General/OBC Rs. 1,350 for SC/ST/PwD
Fee payment mode	Debit/credit card or net banking
Registration link	iimcat.ac.in
Test city options	Five
Documents for uploading	Recent passport size photo Scanned signature on white paper Caste/PwD/Scribe certificate

CAT 2026 Registration Date

The following table has the important dates associated with CAT exam 2026 . 

Events	Dates
CAT Notification Release Date 2026	25-Jul-2026
CAT 2026 Application Release (OUT)	03-Aug-2026
CAT 2026 Registration Last Date	22-Sep-2026

What Documents to Upload in CAT 2026 Registration Form? 

All the candidates need to upload the required documents in proper size and format. The list of documents needed to upload in CAT registration 2026 are as follows: 

Document	Details
Scanned Passport Size Photograph	- Recent (not older than 6 months) - Dimensions: 1200 x 1200 pixels - Format: .jpg or .jpeg - File Size: Max 80 KB - Resolution: Minimum 150 px/inch
Scanned Signature	- Dimensions: 80mm x 35mm - Format: .jpg or .jpeg - Background: White - Should be clear - File Size: Max 80 KB - Resolution: Minimum 150 px/inch
NC-OBC/SC/ST Certificate	- Applicable for NC-OBC, SC, or ST candidates - Download format from CAT website - Fill and self-attest the form - Upload scanned copy in PDF format
PwD Certificate	- Applicable for PwD candidates - Download format from CAT website - Fill and self-attest the form - Upload scanned copy in PDF format
Final Year Certificate	- For candidates in final year of Bachelor's degree - Must be on college/institution letterhead - Signed by Principal, HoD, Registrar, or Director - Must confirm eligibility based on latest marks - Format available on IIMCAT website

How to Register for CAT 2026? 

CAT application is a three stage process. The stages involves in CAT registration process are as follows: 

Step 1: Register for CAT 2026

• Visit the official CAT website: iimcat.ac.in
• Click on the "Register" button under the "New Candidate Registration" section.
• Fill in your name, date of birth, email ID, mobile number, and nationality.
• Click on the "Generate OTP" button.
• An OTP (One-Time Password) will be sent to your registered mobile number upon successful submission.
• Complete the CAT 2026 registration by entering the OTP in the provided field to verify your mobile number.

Step 2: Fill up CAT Application Form 2026

1. The application form is divided into six sections. Candidates must fill all sections accurately to ensure successful submission.

Section	Details Required
1. Personal Details	Enter basic information including: - Full Name - Date of Birth - Father's Name - Category (SC/ST/OBC, etc.) - Gender - Nationality - Communication Address - Email ID - Mobile Number
2. Academic Details	Provide educational qualifications including: - Class 10 and 12 scores - Bachelor's degree details - Marksheet - Information on other professional courses (if applicable)
3. Work Experience	For candidates with prior work experience, enter: - Name of the organization - Job title/designation - Duration of employment
4. Programmes	Select preferred IIMs and the MBA programmes you wish to apply for.
5. Test City	Choose up to six cities as your preferred CAT exam centres, in order of preference.
6. Payment	Pay the application fee using one of the following modes: - Credit/Debit Card - Internet Banking - Paytm or PayU Wallets

Step 3: Payment of CAT Registration Fees

Once the registration process is completed for the CAT 2026 exam, candidates need to pay the application fee. The fee has to be paid in online mode. 

What is CAT 2026 Exam Fees?

CAT fee is to be paid at the time of application form submission. Until the fee is paid, the CAT application form will not be accepted. Candidates must pay the fee and submit the application form before the deadline. Given below is the latest CAT registration fee. 

Category	CAT Exam Fee
General, EWS and NC-OBC	INR 2,700
SC, ST and PwD	INR 1,350

Common Mistakes to Avoid in CAT Registration Process 2026

Many candidates make an error while filling the IIMCAT exam form, which can lead to cancellation of their candidature. Some common errors include making spelling mistakes, uploading incorrect photographs, etc. Here are some common mistakes to avoid during CAT 2026 registration: 

• Mistmatch in personal details such as name, date of birth, email ID, etc. 
• Invalid category certificates
• Incorrect photograph and signatures. Candidates should ensure that the photograph is taken on a white backdrop, is clear and recent. Signatures should also be uploaded in the correct format done on a white plain paper. The image should be clear and not blurry. 
• The academic details should match the documents. Candidates should calculate the aggregate using the university's conversion practices
• Work experience upto July 31, 2026, will only be calculated, so candidates should add the work experience accordingly.