New Delhi, September 24, 2026: The registration window for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 has officially closed. IIM Indore, the conducting body for CAT 2026, shut the new candidate registration portal on September 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
However, candidates who successfully completed their registration by the deadline have been given a two-day extension to pay the application fee. The fee payment deadline has been extended till September 24, 2026, up to 5:00 PM. No new registrations will be accepted during this extended window.
CAT 2026 is scheduled to be held on Sunday, November 29, 2026, in three sessions across designated test centres in India. Admit cards will be released on November 4, 2026.
Key Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date & Time |
| New Registration Closed | September 22, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Extended Fee Payment Deadline | September 24, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Release | November 4, 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Exam Date | November 29, 2026 (3 Sessions) |
| Official Website | iimcat.ac.in |
Application Fee
- General / EWS / NC-OBC: INR 2,700
- SC / ST / PwBD: INR 1,350
Payment can be made online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI through the candidate login portal.
Candidates who have already registered but not paid the fee must complete the payment by 5:00 PM today (September 24) to ensure their application is considered valid. Applications without successful fee payment will not be processed.
CAT 2026 New Registration CLOSED, Fee Payment Deadline Extended to September 24 – Live Updates & All you need to know FAQs
Can I still register for CAT 2026 on September 24?
No. New registrations closed on September 22 at 5:00 PM. The September 24 extension is only for fee payment of already registered candidates.
Who can pay the CAT 2026 fee on September 24?
Only those candidates who successfully completed and submitted their registration form by September 22, 2026, can pay the fee till 5:00 PM on September 24.
What happens if I don’t pay the fee by September 24?
Your application will remain incomplete and will not be considered for CAT 2026.
When will the CAT 2026 admit card be released?
The admit card is scheduled to be released on November 4, 2026.
When is the CAT 2026 exam scheduled?
CAT 2026 will be conducted on November 29, 2026, in three sessions (morning, afternoon, and evening).
What is the application fee for CAT 2026?
INR 2,700 for General/EWS/NC-OBC candidates and INR 1,350 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Will there be a correction window for CAT 2026?
A form correction window is expected in the first week of October 2026 (tentative). Official confirmation will be released on the CAT website.
How can I check if my fee payment was successful?
Log in to the candidate portal on iimcat.ac.in and check the payment status. Download and save the payment confirmation receipt.
Can I change my test city or other details after registration?
Limited changes may be allowed during the official correction window. Details will be announced by IIM Indore.
Where can I get official updates on CAT 2026?
All official notifications, admit cards, and updates will be available only on the official website: iimcat.ac.in. Candidates are advised to check the portal regularly and avoid unofficial sources.