The Indian Institute of Management Indore has postponed the CAT 2026 admit card release to Friday, November 6, 2026, from the earlier November 4. The official mock test will also go live that day. Hall tickets can be downloaded on iimcat.ac.in until Saturday, November 29, the exam date.
Many aspirants worry about last‑minute errors, ID acceptance, and portal traffic. The revised notice clarifies that admit cards are generated and available from November 6 through November 29. Log in with your application credentials on the official portal and avoid third‑party links while downloading.
CAT 2026 admit card download: revised date, window and steps
Visit iimcat.ac.in, choose Candidate Login, and enter your User ID and Password. After download, confirm your name, photograph, category, test city, slot, reporting time, and all instructions. If any field is incorrect, email the CAT 2026 helpdesk or call the toll‑free number immediately.
CAT mock test: access, navigation and system check
The official CAT mock test link will appear on iimcat.ac.in from November 6. Use it for a full system and navigation check. The mock runs in a browser; click Sign In with embedded credentials, press F11 for fullscreen, read instructions, and practice palette, review, and calculator actions.
CAT 2026 slot timings and reporting rules
CAT 2026 will run in three sessions; your admit card decides the final slot, reporting window, and entry closure. Arrive at the reporting time; gates close before the test begins. Use the table below as a planning guide and follow the exact timings printed on your card.
| Slot | Exam time | Reporting | Gate closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slot 1 | 8:30–10:30 AM | 7:00 AM | 8:15 AM |
| Slot 2 | 12:30–2:30 PM | 11:00 AM | 12:15 PM |
| Slot 3 | 4:30–6:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:15 PM |
CAT 2026 photo and ID rules, name‑mismatch fixes
Carry an A4 printed admit card with a clear passport photo and one original government photo ID such as Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving Licence. If there’s a name mismatch, keep supporting proof and alert the helpdesk for guidance before exam day.
CAT 2026 print tips, helplines and last‑minute checks
Use a laser printer on A4 paper; ensure text and photograph are sharp, and carry a spare copy. Rehearse travel to the centre and pin your slot to a calendar. For unresolved issues, write to [email protected] or call 1800‑210‑0175 during working hours.
