CAT

For the CAT 2026 application form, the photograph must be a recent passport size photo not more than 6 months old, in specified dimensions, white background, maximum file size of 1 MB, in JPEG or JPG format only. The signature must be uploaded in JPEG or JPG format with a maximum file size of 80 KB. Use a scanner — do not use a mobile phone camera for either document.

CAT 2026 application form fee is expected to be Rs 2,600 for General, EWS, and NC-OBC category candidates, and Rs 1,300 for SC, ST, and PwD category candidates. These are indicative figures based on CAT 2025 fees. CAT 2026 official fees will be confirmed in the CAT 2026 notification expected in the last week of July 2026.

CAT 2026 application form is expected to open on August 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM on the official CAT website iimcat.ac.in. The last date to submit the CAT 2026 application form is expected to be September 20, 2026. Candidates are advised to register early to secure their preferred test city, as city allotment is subject to availability.

Registering early does improve your chances of getting your preferred test city, as city allotment is based on availability. This is the only practical advantage of early registration. But early registration has no impact on your CAT percentile or IIM shortlisting.

Yes, but only within the CAT 2026 Application Form Correction Window, which is expected to open in late September. Corrections are permitted only for photograph, signature, and test city preferences. Personal details, academic marks, and work experience cannot be changed after submission. There is no fee for corrections during this window.

Documents required for CAT 2026 application form include Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets, graduation marksheets or certificate, date of birth certificate, address proof, passport size photograph, scanned signature, caste category certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable), and credit/debit card or net banking credentials for fee payment. Final year students also need a certificate from their Principal, HoD, or Director.

To be eligible for CAT 2026, a candidate must have a minimum of 50% marks in graduation (45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates). Final year graduation students are also eligible to apply. There is no age limit for CAT registration. Candidates should note that individual IIMs have their own additional eligibility criteria for MBA admissions beyond the basic CAT eligibility requirement.

CAT 2026 registration fee is expected to be Rs 2,600 for General, EWS, and NC-OBC category candidates, and Rs 1,300 for SC, ST, and PwD category candidates. These are tentative fees based on CAT 2025 fees. CAT 2026 official fees will be confirmed in the CAT 2026 notification in July 2026.