Here is the full CAT 2026 schedule in one place, from the notification to the result. The exam is on Sunday, November 29, 2026, and it is conducted in three slots.
Dates marked Expected are estimates based on earlier years and are not official. Always confirm on iimcat.ac.in.
CAT 2026 important dates
- July 25-26, 2026Official notificationJuly 25-26, 2026Out
- August 3, 2026Registration opensAugust 3, 2026Over
- September 22, 2026, 5:00 PMRegistration closes (extended)September 22, 2026, 5:00 PMOver
- September 24, 2026, 5:00 PMFee payment closesSeptember 24, 2026, 5:00 PMOver
- November 4, 2026Admit card releaseNovember 4, 2026NextUpcoming
- November 29, 2026 (Sunday)CAT 2026 examNovember 29, 2026 (Sunday)Upcoming
- First week of December 2026Provisional answer keyFirst week of December 2026Expected
- Second week of December 2026Answer key objection windowSecond week of December 2026Expected
- Second week of January 2027Result declarationSecond week of January 2027Expected
Dates marked Expected are estimates. Please confirm on the official website.
CAT 2026 exam day slots
| Slot | Typical timing | Reporting time |
|---|---|---|
| Slot 1 (Morning) | About 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Around 7:00 AM |
| Slot 2 (Afternoon) | About 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Around 11:00 AM |
| Slot 3 (Evening) | About 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Around 3:00 PM |
CAT 2026 Exam Dates FAQs
What is the CAT 2026 exam date?+
CAT 2026 will be held on Sunday, November 29, 2026.
When will the CAT 2026 admit card be released?+
The admit card is due on November 4, 2026 on iimcat.ac.in.
When will the CAT 2026 result come out?+
The result is expected in the second week of January 2027. This is an estimate, not an official date.
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Source & Disclaimer
Official source: iimcat.ac.in
Information on this page is compiled from the official CAT notification at iimcat.ac.in and trends from earlier cycles. Dates marked Expected are estimates, not official announcements. Please confirm all details on the official website.