Indian Institutes of Management — Department of Higher Education
The Indian Institutes of Management has issued an official recruitment notification for Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026, announcing a total of multiple vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 03 August 2026 and closes on 15 September 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% for SC/ST/PwBD)., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. The selection procedure comprises Computer Based Test (CAT) followed by individual IIM selection processes including interviews and academic evaluation.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Exam Date | 29 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|
| Admit Card Available | 04 Nov 2026 |
| Result Date | 01 Jan 2027 |
The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) have officially announced the schedule for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026. This computer-based entrance examination serves as the mandatory selection process for admission into MBA, PGP, and other management programmes across all 21 IIMs and various participating non-IIM institutions in India.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Opens | 3 August 2026 |
| Registration Closes | 15 September 2026 |
| Admit Card Availability | 4 November 2026 to 29 November 2026 |
| Exam Date | 29 November 2026 |
| Result Declaration (Tentative) | January 2027 (First Week) |
To be eligible for the entrance test, candidates must meet one of the following academic requirements:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, and PwBD | INR 1,350 |
| General, EWS, and NC-OBC | INR 2,700 |
Note: The application fee is a non-refundable one-time payment, regardless of the number of IIMs applied to.
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