CAT 2026 Registration Date Extended: Apply Digitally

Shilpa Nigam
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Shilpa Nigam
Last Updated on : 21 Sep 2026 11:03AM

The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) have officially announced that the CAT 2026 registration date is extended. This extension provides a critical window for MBA aspirants who missed the initial timeline to complete their submissions through the official IIM CAT Portal.

IIM Indore, the organizing body for this year’s Common Admission Test, confirmed that candidates now have an additional week to fill out forms, upload documents, and complete fee payments. 

The revised timeline ensures the registration process remains smooth, though the core exam date remains unchanged for later this year.

CAT 2026 Registration Date Extended: New Revised Schedule

Exam Event

Critical Timelines & Deadlines

Registration Status

Online Registration Commencement

August 3, 2026

Completed

Extended Registration Closing Date

September 22, 2026 (Till 5:00 PM IST)

Active (Closing Soon)

Application Form Correction Window

September 24 – 27, 2026

Expected next

Admit Card Release Date

November 4, 2026

Upcoming

Official CAT 2026 Exam Date

November 29, 2026

Confirmed

Step-by-Step Registration Checklist

To avoid last-minute portal crashes or payment failures before the new deadline closes, keep the following prerequisites ready:

  • Academic Credentials: Marksheets for Class 10, Class 12, and Graduation degrees. Final-year graduation students must have their aggregate marks updated.

  • Document Formatting: Scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and category/PwD certificates (if applicable) matching the portal's dimensions.

  • Fee Payment: Keep digital payment options ready to process INR 2,700 for General/OBC-NC categories and INR 1,350 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. 

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