IIM CAT 2026 Registration Window Open: Apply Online, Last Date, Fees and Direct Link

IIM CAT 2026 Registration Window Open: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore has started the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 registration process. Candidates can apply for the CAT 2026 exam by visiting the official portal at iimcat.ac.in. The online registration window became active on August 3, 2026, and will remain open until September 15, 2026. Visit the official website to fill out the application form details correctly and submit the form through online mode itself. 

CAT 2026 Registration Direct Link

CAT 2026 Registration Direct Link is available on the official website from August 3 to September 15, 2026. Candidates need to register online on the official website with the correct name, date of birth, email address, country, and mobile number to get the User ID and password via email and sms. Fill out the form properly, upload the documents, and pay the fee before September 15, 2026. 

CAT 2026 Registration Direct Link

IIM CAT 2026 Registration Window Open Overview

IIM CAT 2026 Registration Window Open is for candidates on the official website. Visit the portal to complete the application form and pay the fee accordingly. 

How to Fill CAT 2026 Application Form?

Follow this step-by-step procedure to complete your application on Iimcat ac in 2026:

• Visit www.iimcat.ac.in.

• Click "Register" under New Candidate Registration.

•  Enter candidate name, date of birth, email ID, country, and mobile number.

•  Generate and submit the One-Time Password sent to the registered mobile number and email to verify contact details.

• Collect the unique User ID and Password delivered via email and SMS.

•  Access the dashboard using the candidate login button with the assigned User ID and Password.

• Complete the six main tabs—Personal Details, Academics, Work Experience, Programmes, Test City, and Declaration.

• Attach the scanned photo, signature, and applicable certificates in the prescribed formats.

• Review all details, accept the declaration, and pay the non-refundable fee online.

Required Documents & Scanned Image Specifications

Candidates need the following documents and file formats ready while filling out the application form:

• Class 10 (SSC) Certificate & Mark Sheet

• Class 12 (HSC) Certificate & Mark Sheet

• Bachelor's Degree Mark Sheets (Semester-wise or annual)

• Master's Degree / Professional Qualification Records (if applicable)

• Work Experience Documents (calculated in days up to July 31, 2026)

• Category Certificate (NC-OBC issued on/after April 1, 2026; EWS for FY 2026–27; SC/ST in PDF format)

• PwBD / Disability Certificate (in PDF format, if applicable)

 CAT Registration Fees

CAT Registration Fees are paid online through the integrated BillDesk gateway using Credit Cards, Debit Cards, Net Banking, UPI, or Online Wallets.

CAT 2026 Eligibility Requirements

• Qualifying Degree: Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university or institute.

• Minimum Marks: General, EWS, and NC-OBC applicants require at least 50% aggregate marks in graduation. SC, ST, and PwD candidates need a minimum of 45% aggregate marks.

• Final Year Students: Applicants currently in the final year of their bachelor's degree program or awaiting final results can also apply.

• Age Limit: There is no age limit for taking the CAT 2026 exam.