CAT

CAT 2026 exam will be held on November 29, 2026. As per the CAT 2026 Notification, the official date for release of CAT 2026 result is first week of January 2027. CAT Notification clearly says: “CAT 2026 Result Declaration: First week of January 2027 (tentatively).” However, going by the past years’ CAT 2026 Result is expected to be declared in late December 2026, approximately 23–25 days after the exam on November 29, 2026. Based on previous year trends, the expected result date is December 23, 2026. Results will be published on the official CAT website iimcat.ac.in.

Candidates must carry a printed copy of the CAT admit card and a valid photo ID proof to the exam centre. It is also advisable to reach the centre well before reporting time and follow all instructions mentioned on the admit card to ensure a smooth exam experience.

No, candidates cannot select the same city multiple times in the CAT application form. Each preference must be a different city. Choosing diverse options increases the chances of getting a nearby exam centre, especially in high-demand cities.

CAT exam centre details are released along with the admit card, usually in November before the exam. Candidates can log in to the official website to download their admit card, which contains the exact exam centre address, reporting time, and other important instructions.

The CAT test city is the location selected by the candidate during registration, while the exam centre is the exact venue allotted within that city. Candidates choose preferred cities, but the final centre is assigned by the exam authority and is mentioned in the admit card.

CAT exam centre preferences can be edited only during the official correction window after registration closes. Once the correction window is over and the admit card is released, candidates cannot change their allotted exam centre under any circumstances.

In CAT 2026, candidates can select up to six preferred test cities while filling out the application form. It is advisable to choose cities carefully based on proximity and convenience, as the final exam centre is allotted based on availability and may not always be the first preference.

CAT exam centres are allotted based on the test cities selected during registration. Candidates can choose multiple city preferences, but the final exam centre is assigned by the conducting authority depending on availability, capacity, and demand. The exact venue details are mentioned on the CAT admit card.

If you find any error in your CAT 2026 Admit Card, contact the CAT helpdesk immediately. Contact details are available on CAT official website. Provide your CAT registration number and details of the error in all correspondence.

Candidates must carry two printed copies of the CAT 2026 Admit Card with photograph affixed, along with the original and a photocopy of a valid photo ID proof. Accepted IDs include Aadhaar card, Passport, Voter ID, PAN card, Driver's Licence, and Ration Card.