- By Swati Kumar
- Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:55 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
- CAT 2026 application deadline extended to September 22, 2026.
- Eligible candidates must register via iimcat.ac.in before the new date.
- Common Admission Test 2026 exam is scheduled for November 29, 2026.
CAT 2026 Application Last Date: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore has extended the registration deadline for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 by one week. Eligible candidates who have not yet completed their registration process must do so by September 22, 2026, through the official website, iimcat.ac.in. The authorities have further clarified that no more extension will be granted after this. Earlier, the registration window was scheduled to be closed today at 5 PM.
The authorities may also open a brief window for candidates to make corrections in the CAT 2026 application form. During this timeline, registered candidates can edit submitted details such as education, communication, and exam city preference.
CAT 2026 Application Dates
CAT 2026 entrance examination is scheduled for November 29, 2026. With a one-week extension, candidates must complete their registration before the deadline to be eligible for the exam. Check the following table for CAT 2026 dates.
Events | Dates |
CAT 2026 Registration Last Date | September 22, 2026 |
Admit Card Release Date | November 4, 2026 |
CAT Exam Date 2027 | November 29, 2026 |
Result Date | TBA |
How To Apply For CAT 2026?
Following the given steps, candidates can complete their CAT 2026 registration via the official portal.
Step 1: Go to the official IIM Indore website at iimcat.ac.in.
Step 2: Click on the registration link. Enter your name, date of birth, email address, country, and mobile number to complete the one-time registration process.
Step 3: Your login credentials will be sent to your registered email address.
Step 4: Using the above login credentials, complete your application form with mandatory details.
Step 5: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and certificates.
Step 6: Pay the application fee and submit the form.
CAT 2026 Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the non-refundable registration fee while submitting the application form. Here are the category-wise fee details for your reference.
Category | Fee |
General | Rs 2,700 |
SC/ST/PWD | Rs 1,350 |
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to complete their CAT applications. For further details, they can visit the official IIM Indore website.
