The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore will open the application form correction window for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 on October 5. Candidates who have already registered and paid the fee can log in to the official website iimcat.ac.in to make specific corrections in their application forms. This correction facility allows updates to the photograph, signature, test state, and city preferences. No extensions will be granted beyond the deadline of October 6.
- Correction window opens October 5 and closes October 6, 2026
- Eligible candidates can update photograph, signature, test state, and city
- CAT 2026 exam date: November 29, 2026, in three shifts
- Admit cards available from November 4, 2026
- Results expected in the first week of January 2027
What corrections can candidates make in the CAT 2026 application form?
Candidates who have registered and paid the CAT 2026 registration fee can make limited corrections in their application forms. These include updating the photograph, signature, and changing preferences for the test state and city. No other changes are permitted during this correction window.
When and how can candidates access the correction window?
The correction window will be available from October 5 to October 6, 2026. Candidates must visit the official CAT website iimcat.ac.in and log in using their credentials to access and edit their application details. It is important to complete all corrections within this time frame as no further extensions will be provided.
What is the CAT 2026 exam schedule?
CAT 2026 will be conducted on November 29, 2026, in three shifts:
- Morning shift: 8:30 am to 10:30 am
- Afternoon shift: 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
- Evening shift: 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
The admit cards for the exam will be released on November 4, 2026. Candidates must download their admit cards before the exam date.
What is the structure and marking scheme of the CAT 2026 exam?
The CAT 2026 exam consists of three sections:
- Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)
- Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)
- Quantitative Aptitude (QA)
Each correct answer awards three marks, while each incorrect response results in a deduction of one mark.
When will the CAT 2026 results be announced?
Results for CAT 2026 are expected to be declared in the first week of January 2027. These results will be used for admission to MBA and PGDM programs at IIMs and other participating management institutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can use the CAT 2026 application correction facility?
A: Only candidates who have registered and paid the CAT 2026 registration fee can use the correction facility.
Q: What details can be corrected in the CAT 2026 application form?
A: Candidates can correct their photograph, signature, test state, and city preferences.
Q: Is there any extension for the application correction window?
A: No, the correction window will close on October 6, 2026, and no extensions will be granted.
Q: When will the CAT 2026 exam be held?
A: The exam will be held on November 29, 2026, in three shifts.
Q: When will the CAT 2026 admit cards be released?
A: Admit cards will be available from November 4, 2026.
