CAT 2026 registration begins at iimcat.ac.in: Check key dates and direct link to apply here

CAT 2026 registration began August 3 at iimcat.ac.in, closing September 15, 2026.

Application fee is Rs 2,700 for general, EWS, and NC-OBC; Rs 1,350 for SC, ST, PwBD.

Eligibility: bachelor's degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD); final-year students can apply.

Test is on November 29, 2026, with candidates selecting five preferred test cities.