IIM Common Admission Test CAT Admission Apply Online Form 2026 Date Extended
Indian Institute of Management (IIM)
IIM CAT 2026 registration deadline has been extended to 22 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM. The CAT exam will be held on 29 November 2026.
Exam Date
29 Nov 2026
Download Process
Use the official admit-card link, enter the required login details, and download the hall ticket.
Documents
Valid email & mobile, photo, signature, category certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable), academic details, photo ID for exam day
🔗 Important Links
| Apply Online | |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | |
| Official Website |
📖 About This Admission
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) has released the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 admission notification. The CAT 2026 application deadline has been extended to 22/09/2026 up to 05:00 PM.
CAT is the national-level entrance examination for admission to PGP, MBA and related management programmes at IIMs and participating institutes.
Courses
- Post Graduate Programmes in Management (PGP)
- Fellowship Programmes in Management (FPM) / PhD
Apply only through the official CAT portal and read the information brochure before submitting the form.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is CAT 2026 used for?
CAT is a computer-based entrance examination used by IIMs and participating business schools for MBA, PGP and related management programme admissions.
What is the CAT 2026 academic eligibility?
The listing states that candidates generally need a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks, or 45% for SC, ST and PwD candidates, subject to the official CAT rules.
How many test cities can be selected?
The application instructions on this page allow candidates to choose up to five preferred test cities, subject to the official form and availability.
Where should CAT registration be completed?
Register only through the official CAT portal at iimcat.ac.in and save the application number and confirmation page.