CAT 2026 Admit Card Released: Download Hall Ticket at iimcat.ac.in
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The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) have officially released the admit card for the Common Admission Test (CAT 2026). Candidates who registered for this computer-based entrance exam can now download their hall tickets from the official portal.
The admit card download link has been activated on November 4, 2026. Candidates must use their login credentials to access their admit cards before the exam day.
Common Admission Test 2026 (CAT 2026) — key details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Admit Card Download Start Date | November 4, 2026 |
| Exam Date | November 29, 2026 |
| Registration Start Date | August 3, 2026 (10:00 AM IST) |
| Registration End Date | September 22, 2026 (5:00 PM IST) |
| Official Website | https://iimcat.ac.in |
| Help Desk Email | cat2026_helpdesk@iimidr.ac.in |
CAT 2026 Exam Details and Schedule
The Common Admission Test (CAT 2026) is a computer-based entrance examination conducted for admission to various management programmes. This year, the examination is being officially conducted under the administration of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore. As per the official schedule, the entrance examination is set to take place on November 29, 2026.
The online registration process for the entrance test commenced on August 3, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM IST. Prospective candidates were given a dedicated window to submit their applications, which successfully concluded on September 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM IST. Candidates who completed their registration within this timeframe are eligible to download their hall tickets starting today, November 4, 2026.
Key Instructions for Exam Day
Candidates must ensure they download and print their admit cards well in advance of the examination date. It is mandatory to carry a clearly printed physical copy of the admit card to the exam centre. Candidates will not be allowed to enter the examination hall without presenting a valid admit card.
Furthermore, candidates are advised to carefully verify all the details printed on the document, such as their name, registration number, exam date, and venue details. In case of any discrepancies or technical issues during the downloading process, candidates can reach out to the official help desk via email at cat2026_helpdesk@iimidr.ac.in for assistance.
Step-by-step process
- Visit the official CAT 2026 website at iimcat.ac.in.
- Click on the 'Registered Candidate Login' button on the homepage.
- Enter your registered CAT User ID and Password.
- Navigate to the admit card section on your candidate dashboard.
- Click on the download link to save the CAT 2026 admit card PDF.
- Print a clear copy of the admit card on an A4 size sheet to carry to the exam centre.
Important official links
Frequently asked questions
When was the CAT 2026 admit card released?
The admit card was officially released on November 4, 2026.
What is the official exam date for CAT 2026?
The exam is scheduled to be held on November 29, 2026.
How can I contact the help desk for any issues?
You can reach the official help desk by emailing cat2026_helpdesk@iimidr.ac.in.
Which institute is conducting the CAT 2026 exam?
The exam is being conducted by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore.
Sources and verification: every date and number in this article was checked against the official website/notice of Indian Institutes of Management (conducted by IIM Indore) on 4 November 2026. Read the official notice before applying or taking any decision.
