CAT 2026 Application Form has been released by IIM Calcuttae. All interested students can fill CAT application form to appear in Common Admission Test. If you plan to participate in the Common Admission Test (CAT), you can find information on the release date, deadline, fees, application process, and more here. It is essential to provide accurate information in the CAT application form and attach the necessary documents following the guidelines of the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow. Once you have successfully applied for the CAT exam through the official website iimcat.ac.in, be sure to keep your login details secure.
CAT 2026 application form has been released. Scroll down to apply online.
CAT 2026 Application Form
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CAT 2026 Application Form Date
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Form Releases On | August 3, 2026 (10:00 AM IST) |
| Last Date For CAT Application Form 2026 | September 15, 2026 (5:00 PM IST) |
Registration Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / EWS / NC-OBC | ₹2,700 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,350 |
Payment can be completed online via Credit/Debit Cards, Net Banking, or UPI. Fee is non-refundable.
Documents Needed
Keep the following scanned copies ready before starting your registration:
- Passport-size Photograph: White background, recent photo (
.jpg/.jpeg, up to 1200 x 1200 pixels). - Signature: On a plain white sheet with black ink (
.jpg/.jpeg, 80mm x 35mm). - Category Certificate: (SC/ST/NC-OBC/EWS) in PDF format, if applicable.
- PwD Certificate: In PDF format, if applying under the PwD category.
- Academic Details: Mark sheets/certificates for 10th, 12th, and Graduation.
- Work Experience Details: Joining/exit dates and company details, if applicable.
Steps to Apply
1.Create Candidate Account:Required to generate User ID and Password.
Go to iimcat.ac.in, click New Candidate Registration, and fill in your Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, and Mobile Number.
2.Verify OTP & Credentials:Do not lose your login details.
Submit the OTP received on your mobile/email. Your system-generated User ID and Password will be sent via SMS and email.
3.Fill Personal & Academic Details:Name must match 10th standard certificate exactly.
Log in using your User ID and Password. Enter personal information, academic qualifications (10th, 12th, Bachelor's degree), and any eligible full-time work experience.
4.Select IIM Programs & Test Cities:Choose preferred test locations.
Select the IIM courses/programs you wish to apply for and choose up to 6 preferred test cities in order of preference.
5.Upload Documents & Pay Fee:Verify details before final payment.
Upload your passport photo, signature, and category certificates. Review all fields carefully, make the payment, and download the application confirmation PDF.
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CAT Application Form – An Overview
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam | CAT |
| Full Name of Exam | Common Admission Test |
| Details or Event Here | Application Form / Registration of CAT |
| More Information About This Exam | CAT |
| Similar Exams and Their Registration | MBA Entrance Exams |
| States or Regions of Score Accepting Colleges | India |
| Official Body That Issues Application Form | IIM Calcutta |
| Full Form of Organization | Indian Institute of Management Lucknow |
| Official Website for Registration Details | iimcat.ac.in |
| Programs Where Admission Is Through This Exam | MBA, PGDM |
| Colleges and Universities Where Admission Is Through This Exam | IIMs, and other B-Schools, MBA colleges in India accepting CAT scores |