The CAT 2026 Admit Card will be released online on November 4, 2026, by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs). Only candidates who successfully complete the CAT 2026 registration process and submit the application fee will be able to download their admit cards from the official CAT website. The admit card is a mandatory document for appearing in the examination and will remain available for download until the exam day, November 29, 2026.

CAT 2026 Admit Card Dates

How to Download CAT 2026 Admit Card?

Candidates can download the CAT 2026 admit card by following these steps:

1. Visit the official CAT website iimcat.ac.in.
2. Click on the ‘Login’ tab.
3. Enter your User ID and Password created during registration.
4. Click on ‘Admit Card’.
5. Download the CAT 2026 admit card PDF.
6. Take at least two to three printouts for future reference.

Details Mentioned on the CAT 2026 Admit Card

Candidates should carefully verify the following information printed on the admit card:

• Candidate’s Name
• CAT Registration Number/User ID
• Roll Number
• Photograph and Signature
• Category
• Date of Birth
• Exam Date
• Exam Slot and Reporting Time
• Test Centre Name and Complete Address
• Google Map Link (if provided)
• Important Exam Day Instructions

In case of any discrepancy, candidates should immediately contact the CAT Help Desk before the examination.

Documents to Carry with CAT 2026 Admit Card

Candidates must carry the following documents to the examination centre:

• Printed copy of the CAT 2026 Admit Card
• Original valid photo identity proof such as:
  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Passport
  • Voter ID
  • Driving Licence
  • College ID (if accepted)
• PwBD certificate (where applicable)

Candidates without a valid admit card and photo ID will not be allowed to appear for the examination.

CAT 2026 Exam Day Guidelines

• Reach the examination centre well before the reporting time.
• Carry only the permitted documents to the test centre.
• Follow all instructions issued by the examination authorities and invigilators.
• Electronic devices, calculators, smartwatches, mobile phones, study material, and other prohibited items are not allowed inside the examination hall.
• Verify your allotted seat and complete the biometric verification process before the examination begins.

Forgot CAT Login Password?

If candidates forget their login password, they can retrieve it by using the “Forgot Password” option available on the CAT login portal. A password reset link or OTP will be sent to the registered email address or mobile number.

Important Instructions

• The CAT 2026 admit card will not be sent by post or email.
• Download the admit card only from the official CAT website.
• Keep the admit card safe until the completion of the admission process, as it may be required during counselling and document verification.