Registration for CAT 2026 Opens Tomorrow; Exam Scheduled for November 29

The registration process for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 will commence on August 3, 2026, and will remain open until September 15, 2026. Prospective candidates seeking admission to postgraduate management programs at Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other business schools must possess a bachelors degree with a minimum percentage of marks, as stipulated by the organizing body.

The CAT exam will consist of 68 questions distributed across three sections, which typically cover Quantitative Ability, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, and Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning. The exam is scheduled for November 29, 2026, and candidates will be able to download their admit cards starting from November 4, 2026.

Following the examination, the results are anticipated to be released in early January 2027. CAT scores will be valid for admission purposes until December 31, 2027, allowing candidates to apply for various management programs during that period. The CAT is a crucial step for candidates aspiring to secure a place in reputable management institutions in India. For more information and to register, candidates may visit the official CAT website at iimcat.ac.in.