CAT 2026 Hall Ticket Released: Download Link Activated at iimcat.ac.in, Check Exam Pattern & Guidelines

CAT 2026 Hall Ticket Released: Download Link Activated at iimcat.ac.in, Check Exam Pattern & Guidelines

New Delhi: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) has officially released the CAT 2026 Admit Card today on its official website. Candidates who registered for the Common Admission Test (CAT 2026) can now access and download their hall tickets by logging into the official examination portal, iimcat.ac.in, using their User ID and Password.

The admit card serves as an essential document for entry into the test center on exam day. Candidates are advised to download and verify all personal details printed on the hall ticket immediately to prevent any last-minute technical delays or discrepancies.

CAT 2026 Highlights & Schedule

Parameter Details
Exam Name Common Admission Test (CAT 2026)
Conducting Authority Indian Institute of Management (IIM)
Admit Card Status Released Today (November 04, 2026)
Exam Date November 29, 2026
Mode of Examination Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Official Website iimcat.ac.in 

Step-by-Step Guide to Download CAT 2026 Admit Card

Candidates can follow these steps to download their hall ticket from the official site: 

  • Visit the Official Site: Go to iimcat.ac.in.

  • Access Login: Click on the "Registered Candidate Login" tab.

  • Enter Credentials: Provide your User ID and Password created during registration.

  • View Admit Card: Navigate to the "Admit Card" tab on the candidate dashboard.

  • Download & Print: Click "Download Admit Card" and print multiple clear copies on A4-sized paper for future reference.

Important Note: In case of any discrepancies regarding your photo, signature, or name spelling on the admit card, contact the official CAT helpline helpdesk immediately for correction.

CAT 2026 Exam Pattern & Structure

The CAT 2026 examination will be conducted across three designated shifts (Morning, Afternoon, and Evening) in a 2-hour duration.

  • Total Duration: 120 minutes (40 minutes per section; section switching is strictly disabled).

  • Question Types: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Non-MCQs / Type-In-The-Answer (TITA) questions.

  • Marking Scheme:

    • +3 marks awarded for every correct answer.

    • -1 mark deducted for every wrong MCQ answer.

    • No negative marking for non-MCQ / TITA questions or unattempted questions.

Sectional Breakdown

Section Domain Total Questions Time Allotted
Section I Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) 24 40 Mins
Section II Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) 20–22 40 Mins
Section III Quantitative Ability (QA) 22 40 Mins
Total All Sections 66–68 Questions 120 Mins (2 Hours)

Essential Documents to Carry on Exam Day

Candidates must carry the following mandatory documents to the assigned test center:

  • Printed physical copy of CAT 2026 Admit Card with a clear photograph.

  • Original, valid Government Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving License, Voter ID, or E-Aadhaar).

  • Passport-sized photographs matching the photo uploaded during registration.

  • Relevant Category/Medical certificates (if applicable for PwD candidates).

Electronic gadgets, smartwatches, calculators, bags, and unauthorized stationary items are strictly prohibited inside the examination center premises.

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