IIM CAT 2026 Registration Deadline Set for September 22

The registration process for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 is approaching its final phase. Candidates who intend to appear for this year's management entrance examination must submit their applications through the official portal at iimcat.ac.in by September 22, 2026. With the deadline fast approaching, authorities have urged aspirants to complete their submissions promptly to avoid potential technical issues associated with high website traffic during the final hours.

The CAT 2026 examination is currently scheduled to be conducted on November 29, 2026. Following the closure of the registration window, the examination body is expected to initiate a form correction process. While specific dates for this window have not yet been officially released, it is anticipated to commence shortly after the registration period concludes, mirroring the timeline observed in previous years.

Application Process and Guidelines

To register for the examination, candidates must first visit the official website and select the ‘New candidate login’ option. After providing the necessary details to generate an OTP, applicants will receive a system-generated User ID and password via their registered email address and mobile number. Using these credentials, candidates can log in to the portal to complete the application form, which requires the submission of personal, educational, and professional details.

During the application process, candidates are required to select their preferred academic programmes, interview locations, and examination cities. It is essential for applicants to thoroughly review all entered information for accuracy before proceeding to the payment stage. Once the application fee has been successfully paid, candidates should submit the form and retain a downloaded copy for their personal records.

Correction Window and Candidate Support

The upcoming correction window is designed to allow registered candidates to rectify specific submission errors without compromising their candidature. While the exact scope of the edits will be defined by the authorities, previous iterations of the process have typically permitted changes to fields such as the candidate’s photograph, signature, and test city preferences. It is important to note that this facility does not allow for the complete re-filling of the application form.

Aspirants are reminded that the registration deadline is final. By completing the application process well in advance, candidates can ensure their participation in the examination and avoid the complications often caused by last-minute technical congestion on the portal. Further updates regarding the admit card release and the specific dates for the correction window will be communicated through the official website in due course.