CAT Admit Card 2026: Release Date, Download Steps, Details and Documents Required

The CAT 2026 exam is scheduled for November 29, 2026, and the admit card is set to be released on November 4, 2026. Candidates should keep track of the release date and download their admit card once it becomes available.

The CAT Admit Card contains important details such as the exam date, slot, reporting time and exam-centre address. Candidates should check these details carefully and keep a clear printout ready for exam day.

CAT 2026 Admit Card Important Dates

The CAT 2026 admit card will be available online. Candidates should keep track of the following dates and details:

The admit card will be available online, and candidates need their CAT Login ID and password to access it.

How to Download CAT 2026 Admit Card?

Once the CAT 2026 admit card is released, candidates can download it online through the official CAT website. Keep your CAT User ID and password ready to access the candidate dashboard.

Follow these steps to download the admit card:

1. Visit the official CAT website at iimcat.ac.in.

2. Click on Registered Candidate Login.

3. Enter the CAT User ID and password.

4. Open the candidate dashboard.

5. Click on the CAT Admit Card Download link.

6. Download and save the admit card.

7. Take a clear printout of the admit card.

What Details Are Mentioned on the CAT 2026 Admit Card? 

The CAT 2026 admit card contains important information about the candidate and the examination. Candidates should carefully check these details after downloading the admit card to ensure that all the information is correct.

• Candidate's name

• Application number

• Date of birth

• Category

• PwD status

• Emergency contact

• CAT exam date and day

• Exam slot and test time

• Reporting or entry time

• Gate closing time

• Google Maps link to the exam centre

• Test city

• Exam centre address

• Space for candidate's photograph and signature

• Exam-day instructions

If any information is incorrect or missing, candidates should contact the CAT examination helpdesk.

What Documents Are Required for CAT 2026

Candidates need to carry the printed CAT Admit Card with one original and valid photo ID. The accepted identification documents listed in the source are:

• PAN Card

• Aadhaar Card or E-Aadhaar

• Driving Licence

• Voter ID

• Passport

• Ration Card

• Identification Affidavit along with the admit card

The photo ID should not be damaged or smudged.

What to Do After Downloading CAT Admit Card?

Once the CAT 2026 admit card is available, candidates should review all the details carefully. This helps them identify any errors and make sure they are prepared for the exam day.

• Check their name, date of birth, registration number, category and PwD status.

• Verify the exam date, slot, reporting time and exam centre.

• Contact the CAT helpdesk if any detail is incorrect.

• Take a printout of the admit card.

• Locate the exam centre in advance.

• Continue preparation with CAT mock tests and practice papers.

How to Retrieve CAT Login Credentials?

Candidates who forget their CAT User ID or password can retrieve their login credentials through the candidate login section.

1. Go to the Registered Candidate Login section for CAT 2026.

2. Click on Forgot User ID/Password.

3. Enter the registered email address.

4. Complete the captcha.

5. Click on Get User ID and Password.

6. The credentials will be sent to the registered email address.

The CAT candidate login can also be used to check registration and application status, access official communications, check the result, download the scorecard after the result announcement, and access CAT announcements and helpdesk messages.

What to Do If There Is an Error in CAT Admit Card?

If you find any incorrect or missing information on your CAT 2026 admit card, contact the CAT examination helpdesk for assistance. Keep the admit card details ready when contacting the helpdesk.

You can reach the CAT helpdesk at cathelpdesk@iimcat.ac.in. The helpdesk is available from Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It remains closed on Sundays and national or public holidays.

CAT 2026 Exam Timings

The CAT 2026 exam is expected to be conducted in three slots. Each slot will be 120 minutes long, and candidates will be allotted one exam slot.

Related Resources

• CAT 2026 Notification

• CAT 2026 Registration

• CAT 2026 Exam Date

• CAT 2026 Result

• CAT Previous Year Question Papers

• CAT Test Series