CAT 2026 Correction Window: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore, the official conducting institute for the Common Admission Test (CAT 2026), will activate the CAT 2026 Correction Window on the official website iimcat.ac.in. Following the conclusion of online registrations on September 22, 2026, this correction facility allows registered candidates a limited time to edit specific fields in their submitted applications.
The CAT form correction service is provided free of cost to all applicants who completed their registration and paid the required exam fee before the deadline.
While CAT 2026 registration has officially ended, applicants are granted a brief opportunity to make necessary corrections to designated details in their submitted forms. This correction portal will open on October 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM and close on October 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM. It is essential that candidates carefully review their application and make any necessary updates within the provided timeframe. No further extensions will be granted beyond the deadline. Check the official notice attached below:

The official schedule for the Common Admission Test 2026 edit facility ensures candidates can rectify errors before admit cards are issued.
| CAT 2026 Correction Window Highlights | |
| Event / Particulars | Details & Dates |
| Conducting Authority | Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore |
| CAT 2026 Official Website | iimcat.ac.in |
| CAT 2026 Registration Closing Date | September 22, 2026 (Closed) |
| CAT Correction Window 2026 Dates (Start) | October 5, 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| CAT Correction Window 2026 Deadline | October 6, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Correction Fee | ₹0 (No fee required) |
| CAT 2026 Admit Card Release | November 4, 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Exam Date | November 29, 2026 (Sunday) |
CAT 2026 Correction Window is a one-time opportunity for registered candidates to fix photo, signature, or exam city errors before admit cards drop on November 4, 2026. Keep your login details ready for iimcat.ac.in, follow the exact image dimension guidelines, and submit your changes before the expected October 6, 2026 deadline.
CAT 2026 Correction Window Direct Link (Active at 10:00 AM on
October 5, 2026)
Candidates can modify their details on the CAT 2026 official website by following these steps:
Visit the CAT 2026 official portal at iimcat.ac.in.
Click on the Existing User / Candidate Login tab.
Enter your User ID and Password generated during registration.
Click on the Edit Application Form option active on your candidate dashboard.
Update your photograph, signature, or preferred test city order as needed.
Carefully re-check all changes, accept the declaration, and click Submit.
Download and print the updated application confirmation page for your records.
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The CAT 2026 Correction Window allows edits to specific fields only. The table below lists editable vs. non-editable fields:
| What Details Can You Edit in the CAT 2026 Correction Window? | |
| Editable Fields (Allowed) | Non-Editable Fields (Restricted) |
| Candidate Photograph | Candidate's Full Name |
| Candidate Signature | Date of Birth (DOB) |
| Test City Preferences (Order/Choice) | Registered Mobile Number |
| Registered Email ID | |
| State & Category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | |
| Academic Marks & Work Experience | |
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If you are replacing an unclear photograph or signature during the CAT form correction process, you must adhere strictly to these official formatting specifications:
Passport Photograph:
File Format: JPG or JPEG only
File Size: Maximum up to 80 KB
Dimensions: 30 mm (width) x 45 mm (height)
Resolution: Minimum 150 px/inch
Background: Plain white background with clear face visibility.
Scanned Signature:
File Format: JPG or JPEG only
File Size: Maximum up to 80 KB
Dimensions: 80 mm (width) x 35 mm (height)
Background: Black/Blue pen signature on clean white paper.