CAT 2026 registration window closes today for management aspirants

Candidates seeking admission to premier business schools across India must complete their CAT 2026 registration before the deadline closes today. The examination, conducted annually by the Indian Institutes of Management, serves as the primary gateway for MBA programme admissions at top-tier institutions nationwide.

The test will be administered on November 29 in three distinct sessions, each focusing on different competency areas. The first session will assess Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, the second will evaluate Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning skills, while the final session will test Quantitative Ability. This segmented approach allows evaluators to measure specific domains of management aptitude separately.

Prospective applicants are advised to verify their eligibility criteria and prepare required documentation ahead of the registration deadline. The examination fee structure and specific document requirements are available on the official CAT portal. Candidates should ensure they meet all prerequisite qualifications, including educational background and other specified criteria, before submitting their applications.

The CAT examination remains highly competitive, with thousands of management aspirants competing for limited seats at institutions like IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta, and Delhi, among others. Successful candidates typically proceed to further selection rounds including group discussions and personal interviews conducted by individual business schools.