Content Writer and Translator | Updated On - Nov 2, 2026
IIM Indore will release the CAT 2026 admit card on November 4, 2026. The CAT 2026 admit card download window will remain open from November 4 to November 29, the exam day.
- Candidates can download their hall tickets from iimcat.ac.in using their CAT User ID and password.
- Release time: not announced yet. In 2025, the admit card was released around 12 PM after a seven-day delay. In 2024, it became available around 6:30 PM.
- Forgot your password? Reset it before November 4 to avoid release-day delays.
- After downloading, candidates should check their name, photograph, registration number, exam date, slot, and test centre address.
- CAT 2026 will be held on Sunday, November 29, in three sessions across approximately 170 test cities.
CAT 2026 will be held on Sunday, November 29, in three sessions across approximately 170 test cities.
Related Links:
- CAT Admit Card 2026: Release Date Nov 4, Download Link, Steps and Exam Day Guidelines
- CAT 2026 Admit Card: 5 Things Candidates Should Check Before November 4
Key Summary
- Admit card release: November 4, 2026, at iimcat.ac.in
- Release time: not announced (past years: 12 PM to 6:30 PM)
- Last date to download: November 29, 2026
- Exam: November 29, three sessions, about 170 test cities
- Helpdesk: 1800 210 017
Where to Download CAT 2026 Admit Card?
Candidates can download the CAT 2026 admit card from the official website, iimcat.ac.in. The link will be available through the Registered Candidate Login section after the admit card is released.
The admit card is available online only. Candidates should download the PDF and keep a printed copy for the examination.
Check: CAT 2026 Admit Card: IIMCAT Login Steps, Direct Link
How to Download CAT Admit Card 2026?
Follow these steps to download the CAT 2026 admit card:
- Visit the official CAT website, iimcat.ac.in.
- Open the Registered Candidate Login section.
- Enter your CAT user ID and password.
- Click on the CAT 2026 admit card download link.
- Check the details printed on the admit card.
- Download the PDF and take a clear printout.
If the website is slow after the link is activated, candidates can try again after some time. Avoid repeatedly refreshing the login page.
Check: CAT 2026 Admit Card: Direct Link, Login Steps and What to Check
Forgot User ID or password? Use the Forgot User ID or Forgot Password link on the login page. A code goes to your registered email or mobile.
Check: CAT 2026 Login: Login at iimcat.ac.in, Forgot Password and Admit Card Download
What should I do if I cannot download my CAT admit card?
If you cannot download your CAT 2026 admit card, check your login credentials and try again after some time. Heavy traffic on the official website may cause temporary delays. If the issue continues, contact the CAT helpdesk through the official website.
You can also read our CAT 2026 Admit Card: Download Steps and Login Error Solutions guide for help with login and download issues.
Details Mentioned on CAT Admit Card 2026
After downloading the admit card, candidates should verify the following details:
| Detail | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Name and photograph | Match with registration and photo ID |
| CAT User ID | Match with your login |
| Exam date and slot | November 29, 2026; Slot 1, 2 or 3 |
| Reporting and gate closing time | Plan travel around these |
| Test centre address | One of your 5 cities, or a nearby city |
| Instructions page | Read it fully |
CAT Admit Card 2026 Release Time Expected: Based on Last 5 Years
Source: CAT 2026 notification, iimcat.ac.in
Is the CAT Admit Card Out in 2026?
No. As of November 2, 2026, the CAT 2026 admit card has not been released. It is scheduled to be available on November 4, 2026. The exact release time has not been officially confirmed.
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A total of 2.84 lakh candidates registered for CAT 2026, while around 2.5 lakh are expected to appear based on previous attendance trends.
CAT 2026 is scheduled for November 29, 2026, in three sessions. Each session is scheduled for two hours, with 40 minutes allotted to each section.
|
Slot |
Scheduled timing |
|---|---|
|
Slot 1 |
8:30 AM to 10:30 AM |
|
Slot 2 |
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM |
|
Slot 3 |
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM |
- IIM Indore reported 2.84 lakh registrations for CAT 2026, marking a decline from the previous two years.
- The number of registrations fell by approximately 3.7% compared with CAT 2025 and 13.7% compared with the 2024 peak.
Read more: How Many Students Applied for CAT 2026? 2.84 Lakh Candidates Registered
IIMs will confirm the exact slot timings on the CAT admit card 2026. Based on CAT 2025, the exam ran in 3 slots of 120 minutes each. Candidates should check their slot once the admit card is out.
| Slot | Expected timing (based on CAT 2025) | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Slot 1 | 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Confirm on admit card |
| Slot 2 | 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Confirm on admit card |
| Slot 3 | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Confirm on admit card |
The official CAT 2026 mock test is expected around the admit card release, as seen in previous years. It helps candidates get familiar with the actual exam interface. IIMs have not announced a date yet.
| Item | Status | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Official mock test | Expected around Nov 4 (not confirmed) | Shows the real exam interface |
| Collegedunia CAT mock tests | Available now | Practise full-length papers before the official mock |
| Admit card | Releasing Nov 4 | Needed to enter the exam hall |
Candidates will need their CAT User ID and password to download the admit card. Those who forgot the password should reset it before November 4 to avoid last-minute delays.
| Login detail | Where to find it | What to do if lost |
|---|---|---|
| User ID | Registration email and SMS | Use 'Forgot User ID' on the login page |
| Password | Set during registration | Reset via 'Forgot Password' with registered mobile/email |
| Registered mobile/email | CAT application form | Keep it active for OTP |
IIM Indore will release the CAT admit card 2026 on November 4, 2026, as per the official notification. Candidates can download it till November 29, 2026. The release time has not been announced yet.
| Event | Date | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| CAT admit card 2026 release | November 4, 2026 | Download from iimcat.ac.in |
| Last date to download | November 29, 2026 | Same day as the exam |
| CAT 2026 exam | November 29, 2026 | 3 slots, computer-based |
| Days left for admit card | 2 days | Release time not announced |
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