CAT 2026 aspirants will have to wait a little longer. The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore has postponed the release of the CAT 2026 admit card from November 4 to November 6, as per an official announcement.
The CAT 2026 exam remains scheduled for November 29, 2026 (Sunday), and will be conducted in three slots across various test centres in India.
LIVE UPDATE: The admit card download link will go live on November 6 at iimcat.ac.in. Along with the admit card, IIM Indore will also activate the mock test link on the same day.
What Changed: The Revised Schedule
Earlier, IIM Indore had announced that the CAT 2026 admit card would be released on November 4. However, the institute has now postponed it to November 6.
Along with the admit card, IIM Indore will also activate the mock test link on November 6, giving candidates a chance to familiarise themselves with the exam interface before the actual test.
Why Was the Admit Card Postponed?
IIM Indore has not officially stated the reason for the postponement. However, the revised schedule gives candidates additional time to prepare and familiarise themselves with the mock test before the actual exam.
What Candidates Can Do From November 6
From November 6, registered candidates will be able to:
- Download their CAT 2026 admit card from iimcat.ac.in.
- Verify their test centre, reporting time and slot.
- Access the mock test link to familiarise themselves with the exam interface.
How to Download CAT 2026 Admit Card: Step-by-Step Guide
Once the admit card goes live on November 6, candidates can follow these simple steps to download it from the official website:
- Visit the official CAT website: Go to iimcat.ac.in.
- Click on the candidate login link: Look for the “Registered Candidate Login” link on the homepage and click on it.
- Enter your login credentials: Enter your registered user ID and password.
- Submit the details: Click on the submit button.
- Open the admit card option: On your candidate dashboard, click on the admit card option.
- Download the PDF: Download the hall ticket and save a copy on your phone and laptop.
- Take a printout: Print it on clean A4 paper, ideally the same week, so there is time to reprint if something looks off.
What Details Are on the CAT 2026 Admit Card?
The CAT 2026 admit card will contain the following crucial details:
- Candidate’s name and photograph.
- Test centre address.
- Reporting time.
- Exam session and time slot.
- Exam date.
- Important exam-day instructions.
7 Important Things to Check on Your Admit Card
Once you download your admit card, make sure to check the following details carefully:
- Your name and spelling — ensure it matches your ID proof.
- Your photograph — ensure it’s clear and matches you.
- Test centre address — plan your travel in advance.
- Reporting time — reach well before the reporting time.
- Exam session and time slot — know exactly when your exam is.
- Exam date — confirm it’s November 29, 2026.
- Any errors or discrepancies — report immediately to the authorities for correction.
What to Carry on Exam Day
On the day of the exam, candidates must carry the following:
- Printed copy of the CAT 2026 admit card.
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.).
- Any other documents as mentioned in the admit card instructions.
CAT 2026 Exam Pattern: A Quick Recap
The CAT 2026 exam will be conducted in a computer-based format, with three sections:
- Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC).
- Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR).
- Quantitative Ability (QA).
The exam is scheduled for November 29, 2026, and will be conducted in three slots across various test centres in India.
What Happens Next
Once the admit card is released on November 6, candidates should download it immediately, check all details carefully, and start planning their travel to the test centre.
With the exam just weeks away, candidates should also focus on their final revision, mock tests and time management strategies.
LIVE UPDATE: Keep refreshing this page for the latest updates on the CAT 2026 admit card release, download link and any changes to the exam schedule.
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