CAT 2026 Registration (Link ACTIVE): Application Form (OUT), Fees, How to Apply @iimcat.ac.in

Looking at the previous year trends, CAT exam 2026 is expected to be moderate to difficult. Usually, the exam is known to be difficult in nature but with right practice, preparation, one can ace the exam will a good score in CAT 2026. 

It is not mandatory to have the work experience to apply for the Common Aptitude Test. Candidates who have the work experience they can fill the details during the registration process and those who don't, can simply skip the field. 

No, candidates have to fill the IIM CAT application form online only at iimcat.ac.in website. Candidates do not have the provision of filling the form offline. The application form, fee, documents, etc. are all to be uploaded and filled online.

• Use a valid email address and mobile number to complete the registration process.
• Keep all the documents ready as per the specifications before online registration.
• Fill all the details carefully and correctly to avoid form rejection.
• Upload category certificate correctly as per the specifications to claim reservation.
• Fill exam centre preference carefully in order of preference.
• Download the hardcopy of the CAT form after successfully submitting the application form.

At the time of CAT registration 2026, applicants have to fill the exam centre preference. The exam is scheduled to be conducted on November 29, 2026, in 170 cities. Candidates have to provide five exam centre preferences in the application form. The exam authority will allot the exam centres to candidates based on the choices filled at the time of filling the form. Candidates should make sure they choose the centres in the order of preference. 

A total of 2.95 lakh candidates registered for the CAT exam 2025. Out of these, 2.58 lakh candidates took the exam at the designated exam centres. The attendance rate stood at 87.46%. 

The application form for CAT exam 2026 was released today. Check the table below to know the important dates and events:

IIM CAT 2026 registration link was made active today for the MBA aspirants. Check below the direct link to apply:

• CAT 2026 New Registration: https://cdn.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/32842/101262/Registration.html
• CAT 2026 Candidate Login: https://cdn.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/32842/101262/login.html

After completing the CAT online form submission, candidates should concentrate on preparing for a high percentile. The high percentile obtained on CAT is an important gateway to getting shortlisted for admissions into the top IIMs and other top B-schools. Once the exam is conducted, shortlisted candidates will go through another round of selection which would include the Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). 

The official date for the CAT exam form filling was announced on July and the the application form released today, i.e. August 3, 2026. The last date to fill out the CAT form is September 15, 2026, and no application will be entertained thereafter.

Candidates in their final year of a Bachelor's degree can apply for CAT 2026 provisionally. Candidatwes will need to provide proof of completion of their degree with the minimum required marks (50% for General/NC-OBC, 45% for SC/ST/PwD) by a specific date, usually around July 31, 2027, before the final admission offers are made. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of candidature.

Also Check: CAT 2026 Frequently Asked Questions

Many candidates make errors while filling out the CAT application form, which can lead to disqualifications or corrections. Some common errors include entering wrong personal details, mismatched signatures, wrong size of the photograph, wrong academic information, etc. All candidates should check their entries thoroughly before submitting the form to prevent cancellation of candidature later.

Following list of documents and details will be required during the CAT registration process 2026:

Credit Cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners)

Debit Cards

Net Banking

Unified Payments Interface (UPI)

Online Wallets

Candidates can register on the official website of IIM CAT. Candidates can register online using their mobile number and email ID. The official website to register is iimcat.ac.in. 

Candidates should use the following browsers to register for the CAT exam smoothly:

The direct link to register for the CAT exam has been activated. Candidates can apply online using their mobile number and email ID. 

Direct link to register for CAT 2026: https://cdn.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/32842/101262/Registration.html

The direct link to register for the CAT exam 2026 will be activated soon on the official IIM CAT website. This page will be updated with the latest link once active. 

Candidates are advised to register for the exam as soon as the window opens to avoid last minutes rush. 

Candidates who want to register for non IIMs institutions can check and apply from the official link given below:

Register for Non IIMs Institutions for CAT 2026: Direct Link

PwBD candidates will have to choose disability category
Enter the disability percentage
Input UDID card number
Upload a valid disability certificate in PDF format.
Applicants must indicate whether they require a scribe.
The candidate must arrange their own scribe at their own cost
The scribe must not be a student or candidate appearing for CAT 2026
Candidates and scribes must submit a joint Scribe Affidavit on test day.

Scanned copy of photograph
Scanned copy of signature
Valid EWS/NC-OBC/SC/ST certificate (if applicable)
Valid PwBD certificate (if applicable)

The online application website for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 will go live today, August 3, at exactly 10:00 AM IST.

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through the official CAT portal at iimcat.ac.in.
• Before the link activates, make sure you have a valid email ID and mobile number, scanned copies of your passport-size photograph and signature, all academic mark sheets (Class 10, 12, and Graduation), and your category/PwD certificates if applicable.
• Application Fee: Be prepared to pay Rs. 2,700 if you belong to the General, EWS, or NC-OBC categories, and Rs. 1,350 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
• Deadline: While you have plenty of time, the final deadline to lock in your application is September 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Don't leave it to the last minute!

The CAT 2026 online registration and application link will be available on the official website soon. The link to register and apply for CAT 2026 will be available at iimcat.ac.in. To apply students are first required to register using their email ID and mobile number. After completing the registration, students can fill out the application form and submit the application fee. 

When applying for CAT 2026, candidates are required to submit their application fee. The fee must be submitted online via Credit/ Debit cards or via net banking and UPI facilities. The category wise fee details are given below

CAT examination is usually conducted towards the end of November every year. This year, CAT 2026 will be conducted on November 29, 2026. The exams will be held in three slots as in previous years. Slot details and exam centre details will be mentioned in the CAT Admit Card to be issued on November 4, 2026. 

The link for candidates to register and apply for CAT 2026 will be available from 10 AM onwards. Candidates are advised to complete the online application process before the deadline of September 15, 2026. Students must also make sure they have all the necessary documents as scanned copies, ready with them when sitting to fill out the applications. Students are also advised to complete the application process at once instead of doing it in parts. 

The CAT 2026 online registration process is set to commence at 10 AM today, August 3, 2026. The most anticipated management entrance exam will be held on November 29, 2026. To register for CAT 2026 candidates are required to visit the official website- iimcat.ac.in ans enter the email ID and mobile number for the initial registration process. After this, students can fill out the online application form and submit the application fee.

CAT Registration 2026 link will be activated by 10 AM today, August 3, 2026. According to the schedule provided, the last date for candidates to register for the CAT 2026 exams is September 15, 2026. Candidates are advised to complete the registration and application process before the deadline given. 

The link for candidates to register for CAT 2026 will be activated at 10 AM on the official website. Students can visit the website iimcat.ac.in to submit their applications. Candidates applying for the Management entrance examination need to have all their credentials ready with them before the registration process commences. 

The link for students to register and apply for CAT 2026 will be available from 10 AM onwards. To register for CAT 2026, candidates are required to have a valid email ID and mobile number. Students are also advised to keep other details for their applications ready with them. Students must make sure they keep the application ID and password generated after the registration process with them for all further login procedures.

The last date for students to register for CAT 2026 is September 15, 2026. Check important dates below

CAT Application fee 2026 must be submitted online. Candidates can submit the fee via credit/ debit cards or via net banking and UPI facilities. The category-wise fee details are given below

CAT 2026 application is scheduled to go live at 10 AM today, August 3, 2026. Follow the steps provided below to apply

Step 1: Visit the official website of CAT

Step 2: Click on CAT 2026 ‘New Registration’

Step 3: Enter all required details

Step 4: The application window will open

Step 5: Enter all the required details

Step 6: Upload required documents

Step 7: Submit the application fee

Step 8: Review the details entered

Step 9: Save and click on submit

Candidates can select preferred IIMs during the CAT registration process. Candidates can choose the academic programmes offered at the 22 Indian Institutes of Management. They can choose one or all of the institutes. 

They will also have the option of choosing the preferred exam centre of Personal Interview during the application process. 

CAT exam registration 2026 will begin today, i.e. August 3, 2026. Candidates can find the CAT application form at IIM CAT website. Candidates have to register online and pay the application fee to complete the process. The direct link will be shared at 10 AM. 

The core structure of the CAT exam 2026 is majorly the same as the previous year. Every year students wait for the notification, thinking if there are any changes in the exam pattern, type and number of questions or any other detail. This year, only the fee has been hiked about 4%. 

Check complete details here: CAT 2025 vs CAT 2026: What Changed and What Not

Check the table below to know the reservation criteria:

IIM has set a minimum percentage requirement that has to be obtained by every candidate in aggregate in graduation. The candidates who are from General and other categories must have obtained at least 50% in aggregate in graduation. On the other hand, those who belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Persons with Disability (PwD) categories should have obtained at least 45% in aggregate in graduation.

Candidates have to fill the following details in the CAT application form 2026:

• Personal Details
• Academic Details
• Work Experience
• Category Details
• Programmes
• Test Cities
• Declaration
• Preferred Colleges

Candidates applying for the CAT exam by filling the application form are also required to upload their passport size photograph in the form. Applicants should ensure that the photograph uploaded should not be older than 6 months and have a white background. They should also have at least 5 copies of the same photograph. Candidates will also be required to paste the same photograph on the CAT admit card 2026. 

Candidates can fill the CAT registration form 2026 in multiple sessions. The IIM CAT portal allows the candidates to save the added details and continue filling the application form later. Candidates can fill the form first and then pay the application fee in the next session. However, candidates cannot edit the form once the application form has been submitted and the fee is paid. 

While filling the CAT exam application form 2026, candidates have to upload the scanned copy of the required documents such as photograph, signatures, academic certificates, category certificates, work experience letters, etc. The documents should be in the prescribed format and size to be approved. 

Check the full list of documents required for CAT registration 2026 here

This year, Indian Institute of Management, Indore, will conduct the Common Admission Test (CAT) exam. The exam will be conducted in the computer based test format across about 170 exam cities in the country. 

To apply for the CAT exam 2026, follow the steps mentioned below:

• Go to IIM CAT website, i.e. iimcat.ac.in
• On homepage, clicl Register
• Fill personal and contact details to generate login details
• Log in to the CAT portal and complete the application form with all required academic and personal information.
• Upload the necessary documents, including your photograph, signature, and certificates.
• Pay the application fee as specified by IIM Kozhikode.
• Review completed application carefully, submit it, and download the confirmation page for future reference.

The reserved category candidates will also have to pay the a hiked fee this year. The CAT application fee can be paid online using any of the online fee payment methods. The application fee is INR 1,350. 

This year, there has been an increase of INR 100 in the CAT application fee for General, EWS and OBC candidates. They have to the fee of INR 2,700 online using a credit card, debit card or internet banking. The fee can be paid through the official IIM CAT website. 

CAT registration 2026 will begin tomorrow at IIM CAT official website. The candidates have to regsiter for the exam using mobile number and email ID. To apply they have to visit iimcat.ac.in, enter the required details, upload documents and academic details. 

CAT registration form 2026 will be released tomorrow, i.e. August 3, 2026, at IIM CAT website. Candidates will be required to fill the application form online at iimcat.ac.in using their mobile number and email ID.