{"id":17562,"date":"2025-09-26T06:08:58","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T06:08:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/?p=17562"},"modified":"2025-09-26T07:20:56","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T07:20:56","slug":"cat-2026-registration-process","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/","title":{"rendered":"CAT 2026 Registration Process"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a country-level entrance exam organized by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) for MBA\/PGDM course admissions. Though it is not compulsory for every MBA college, it is a requirement for students who wish to join the IIMs and other top-class institutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following section takes you through <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/exam\/6\/cat-2025\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAT 2026 registration,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> important dates, eligibility, documents to be submitted, and common blunders to steer clear of.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Overview_%E2%80%93_CAT_2026_Registration_Details\" >Overview \u2013 CAT 2026 Registration Details<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Eligibility_Criteria_for_CAT_2025\" >Eligibility Criteria for CAT 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Steps_to_Register_for_CAT_2026\" >Steps to Register for CAT 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Visit_the_Official_Website\" >Visit the Official Website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Generate_User_ID_and_Password\" >Generate User ID and Password<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Fill_Application_Form\" >Fill Application Form<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Select_Programmes_and_Exam_Cities\" >Select Programmes and Exam Cities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Upload_Required_Documents\" >Upload Required Documents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Pay_Application_Fee\" >Pay Application Fee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Submit_and_Take_Printout\" >Submit and Take Printout<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Documents_Required_for_CAT_Registration\" >Documents Required for CAT Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Key_Tips_for_Smooth_Registration\" >Key Tips for Smooth Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid\" >Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#FAQs_%E2%80%93_CAT_2026_Registration\" >FAQs \u2013 CAT 2026 Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-2026-registration-process\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_%E2%80%93_CAT_2026_Registration_Details\"><\/span><b>Overview \u2013 CAT 2026 Registration Details<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Component<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conducting Body<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Institute of Management (IIM)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mode of Registration<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Official Website<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/careermantra.net\/<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration Window<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expected from August to September 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exam Date (Tentative)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Last Sunday of November 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application Fee<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b92,400 (General), \u20b91,200 (SC\/ST\/PwD)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria_for_CAT_2025\"><\/span><b>Eligibility Criteria <\/b><b>for CAT 2025<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Requirement<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Criteria<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academic Qualification<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bachelor\u2019s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC\/ST\/PwD)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age Limit<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No age limit<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Final Year Students<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligible, but must provide proof of qualification later<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Register_for_CAT_2026\"><\/span><b>Steps to Register for CAT 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_the_Official_Website\"><\/span><b>Visit the Official Website<\/b><b><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/exam\/6\/cat-2025\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAT 2026<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on &#8220;Register&#8221; for new users<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Generate_User_ID_and_Password\"><\/span><b>Generate User ID and Password<\/b><b><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter basic details like name, email ID, mobile number<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verify through OTP\/email confirmation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fill_Application_Form\"><\/span><b>Fill Application Form<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal details: Name, DOB, Address, Category<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academic details: 10th, 12th, Graduation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work experience (if any)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Select_Programmes_and_Exam_Cities\"><\/span><b>Select Programmes and Exam Cities<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose preferred IIMs\/programmes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select 6 preferred test cities<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Upload_Required_Documents\"><\/span><b>Upload Required Documents<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passport-size photo (JPEG, 30-70 KB)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signature (JPEG, 30-70 KB)<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Caste\/PwD certificate (if applicable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Pay Application Fee<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay using debit\/credit card, net banking, or UPI<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Submit_and_Take_Printout\"><\/span><b>Submit and Take Printout<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Check for errors before submitting<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Save and print acknowledgment for reference<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_CAT_Registration\"><\/span><b>Documents Required for CAT Registration<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Document Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Format &amp; Size<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photograph<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JPG\/JPEG, 30-70 KB<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signature<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JPG\/JPEG, 30-70 KB<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Category Certificate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PDF, as per IIM format (SC\/ST\/OBC\/EWS)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PwD Certificate (if any)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PDF format<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Tips_for_Smooth_Registration\"><\/span><b>Key Tips for Smooth Registration<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a <\/span><b>valid and active email ID<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and mobile number.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep all documents and <\/span><b>scanned images ready<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before starting.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Double-check the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/cat-examination-2024\/\"><b>exam city preference<\/b> <\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 changes may not be allowed later.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the <\/span><b>latest version of your browser<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for form submission.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Mistake<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Solution<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uploading unclear photo\/sign<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow size and resolution guidelines<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providing incorrect details<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Double-check before submission<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missing deadline<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Register early to avoid last-minute rush<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not saving confirmation page<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always download the acknowledgment form<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_%E2%80%93_CAT_2026_Registration\"><\/span><b>FAQs \u2013 CAT 2026 Registration<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Q1.<\/b><b> Can I edit my CAT application form after submission?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A: Yes, there is usually a limited correction window in September\/October where you can edit specific fields.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q2. Is work experience mandatory to apply for CAT?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A: No. Work experience is not mandatory but is considered during admission.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q3. Can I apply for CAT from a mobile phone?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A: It is recommended to use a desktop or laptop for better compatibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q4. Can I choose IIMs during registration?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A: Yes. You can select preferred IIMs and programs during the application process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>CAT 2026 registration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is your first step on the path towards your MBA if you are considering IIMs and top-ranked B-schools. Be absolutely sure to check the process accurately, have everything ready, and fill out the form well ahead of the last date.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a country-level entrance exam organized by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) for MBA\/PGDM course admissions. Though it is not compulsory for every MBA college, it is a requirement for students who wish to join the IIMs and other top-class institutes. 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