The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) has released the notification for the Common Admission Test CAT 2026 for admission into Post Graduate Programmes in Management across multiple IIMs. The IIM CAT 2026 application form started on 03 August 2026 and candidates can apply online until 15 September 2026. The examination is scheduled to be held on 29 November 2026 with admit cards available from 04 November 2026. Key highlights include participating IIMs such as Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta, Indore, Lucknow and many others. Eligibility requires a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50 percent marks or equivalent CGPA for general category and 45 percent for SC, ST and PWD candidates. The application fee is 2700 rupees for General and OBC candidates while SC, ST and PWD candidates pay 1350 rupees. The selection process involves the CAT exam followed by further admission rounds conducted by individual IIMs. Age limit is not applicable as per the rules. Total posts are not applicable as this is an admission examination. Candidates must complete the online form before the deadline and check all details on the official website.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Apply Start Date |
03 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online |
15 September 2026 |
| Last Date Online Payment |
15 September 2026 |
| Exam Date |
29 November 2026 |
| Admit Card Available |
04 November 2026 |
| Result Declared Date |
Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| General, OBC |
₹ 2700/- |
| SC, ST, PWD |
₹ 1350/- |
Age Limit
| Criteria |
Details |
| Maximum Age |
N/A |
| Minimum Age |
N/A |
Vacancy Details
| Total Posts |
Details |
| NA |
Admission form only |
Eligibility Criteria
| Course |
Eligibility |
| Post Graduate Programmes in Management (PGP) |
Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% for SC, ST, PWD) |
| Fellowship Programmes in Management (FPM) / (PHD) |
Candidates appearing for final year Bachelor’s degree or awaiting results can apply provisionally |
Selection Process
| Stage |
Description |
| CAT Examination |
Written test on 29 November 2026 |
| Further Rounds |
Conducted by individual participating IIMs |
How to Apply
| Step |
Action |
| 1 |
Visit the official website using the link below |
| 2 |
Click on Apply Online and fill the form |
| 3 |
Pay the application fee online |
| 4 |
Submit before 15 September 2026 |
Important Links
FAQ Section
Q: When will the online application for IIM CAT Online Form 2026 start?
A: The online application for this exam has started on 03 August 2026.
Q: What is the last date for IIM CAT Online Form 2026?
A: The last date to apply online for this exam Until 15 September 2026.
Q: What is the age limit for IIM CAT Online Form 2026?
A: The age limit for candidates applying for this exam is as per the IIM CAT rules. For detailed age-related information, refer to the official notification.
Q: What is the eligibility for IIM CAT Online Form 2026?
A: Candidates must have passed Graduate from any recognized board in India. For detailed course-wise eligibility, refer to the official notification.
Q: What is the official website of IIM CAT?
A: The official website of IIM CAT is https://iimcat.ac.in/
