{"id":72162,"date":"2026-02-16T14:58:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T09:28:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/?p=72162"},"modified":"2026-02-16T14:58:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T09:28:21","slug":"cat-registration-process","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/","title":{"rendered":"CAT Registration 2026 &#8211; Know Expected Dates, Registration Fees and More"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>CAT Registration 2026<\/strong>: CAT is one of the most popular management entrance tests in the country. Over 2 lakhs candidates register for this exam every year. The CAT Registration form 2026 is expected to be released in the first week of August 2026. All interested candidates should fulfil all the eligibility requirements before filling out the CAT application form. They need to register, log in, upload necessary documents and pay fees to complete the CAT 2026 application process. The CAT registration fees 2026 are expected to be Rs 1300 for SC, ST and PwD candidates and Rs 2600 for all other candidates. Eligible candidates must submit the CAT registration form within the deadline to appear in the entrance test. The CAT Registration Last Date will be announced soon by the officials. Continue reading to know more about the CAT 2026 registration, including eligibility, last date, steps to register, and other relevant information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em><mark>Join iQuanta\u2019s diversified student community for free and prepare with 4.1L+ other peers. 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ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/#CAT_Registration_2026_Latest_News\" >CAT Registration 2026 Latest News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/#CAT_Registration_2026_Dates\" >CAT Registration 2026 Dates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/#CAT_2026_Notification_Release_Date\" >CAT 2026 Notification Release Date<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/#CAT_Registration_Requirements\" >CAT Registration Requirements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/#CAT_Registration_Last_Date\" >CAT Registration Last Date<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/#Who_can_Fill_CAT_2026_Registration_Form\" >Who can Fill CAT 2026 Registration Form?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/#CAT_2026_Registration_Link\" >CAT 2026 Registration Link<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/#How_to_Fill_the_CAT_Registration_Form_2026\" >How to Fill the CAT Registration Form 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/#What_is_CAT_Registration_Fees\" >What is CAT Registration Fees?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/#CAT_Registration_Trends_Over_Years\" >CAT Registration Trends Over Years<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-registration-process\/#CAT_Registration_FAQs\" >CAT Registration FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cat-registration-2026-latest-news\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Registration_2026_Latest_News\"><\/span><strong>CAT Registration 2026 Latest News<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT registration 2026 will begin in the coming months. CAT is a gateway for MBA admissions into IIMs and other leading B-schools in India. It is conducted by one of the IIMs every year. Candidates who have a Bachelor\u2019s Degree, with at least 50% marks (45% for SC, ST, and PwD categories) can register for the CAT 2026. The CAT 2026 notification is expected to be released in the last week of July 2026. The CAT registration is likely to begin from the first week of August 2026. Candidates should register first to create a User ID and Password. This will be used to log in to the portal and fill out the CAT application form 2026. You should check the official website for the latest updates on the CAT registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cat-registration-2026-dates\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Registration_2026_Dates\"><\/span><strong>CAT Registration 2026 Dates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should stay updated with the CAT registration dates. This helps them avoid missing any deadlines. The CAT registration form is expected to be released in the first week of August 2026. Check the CAT registration 2026 dates for reference purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Event<\/td><td>Dates (Tentative)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT Notification 2026 Release Date<\/td><td>July 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT Registration 2026 Start Date<\/td><td>August 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT Registration Last Date<\/td><td>September 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT Admit Card 2026<\/td><td>November 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT Exam Date 2026<\/td><td>November 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT Result 2026<\/td><td>December 2026<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cat-2026-notification-release-date\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_2026_Notification_Release_Date\"><\/span><strong>CAT 2026 Notification Release Date<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT 2026 notification is expected to be released in the last week of July 2026. It comprises details like eligibility, registration fees, reservation, application dates, etc. Candidates should carefully review the CAT notification 2026. It helps them understand the CAT registration requirements and apply accordingly. The CAT 2026 notification download link will be active soon.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cat-registration-requirements\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Registration_Requirements\"><\/span><strong>CAT Registration Requirements<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should keep certain things in mind before they start registering for CAT. This helps them avoid a last-minute rush and ensure a hassle-free application process. Below are the CAT registration requirements for reference purposes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Check the CAT eligibility criteria to determine whether you are qualified for the exam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must have a valid and unique email address and mobile number. Keep this email address and mobile number until the CAT Admission process is over. All official communications will be done using this email ID and mobile number only.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201c*\u201d (asterisk) indicates a mandatory field. The fields marked with this symbol must be filled in, or you will not be permitted to submit your CAT application form.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scanned images of a passport-sized photo and signature are needed for uploading. The photo should not be more than six months old and should have a white background.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cat-registration-last-date\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Registration_Last_Date\"><\/span><strong>CAT Registration Last Date<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT registration last date will be announced officially soon. However, it is expected that the CAT application process will begin in August and will be concluded in September 2026. So, the CAT registration date is expected to be September 2026. Candidates should check the official CAT website regularly for all official updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-can-fill-cat-2026-registration-form\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_can_Fill_CAT_2026_Registration_Form\"><\/span><strong>Who can Fill CAT 2026 Registration Form?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should ensure they fulfil all the eligibility criteria before filling out the CAT registration form. If they are found ineligible, their CAT application form may be rejected. To be eligible, a candidate must have completed graduation with the minimum required marks. We have discussed below the CAT eligibility criteria 2026 for reference purposes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Bachelor\u2019s Degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC, ST, and PwD categories) from any recognised University.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates appearing for the final year of their degree or those who are awaiting results can also apply.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants should fulfill any one of the following conditions:&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Completed Bachelor\u2019s degree with the required percentage of marks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Completed professional degree (CA\/CS\/ICWA (CMA)\/Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries of India (FIAI)) with required percentage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Should be in the final year of a Bachelor\u2019s degree with the required percentage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Note: SC\/ST\/PwD candidates should have a minimum 45%. For General, EWS and NC-OBC candidates, the minimum is 50%.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cat-2026-registration-link\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_2026_Registration_Link\"><\/span><strong>CAT 2026 Registration Link<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT 2026 registration link will be active soon. Candidates should register for CAT 2026 within the deadline. They should try to complete the process early to avoid last-minute hassles. The CAT application form 2026 is expected to be out in the 1st week of August 2026. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the accurate details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-fill-the-cat-registration-form-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Fill_the_CAT_Registration_Form_2026\"><\/span><strong>How to Fill the CAT Registration Form 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should gather all the details required to fill in the form before registering. They should skim through sections, i.e. Personal Details, Academics, Work Experience, Programmes, Test City, and Payment to understand the CAT registration requirements. Here are the steps to fill out the CAT registration form 2026 without any hassles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Go to the official CAT 2026 website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the \u2018Register\u2019 button under \u201cNew Candidate Registration.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The CAT Registration form will open in your browser. The recommended browsers to fill the CAT application form are: Mozilla Firefox (version 122 to 141),&nbsp; Google Chrome (version 114 to 138) or Microsoft Edge (version 114 to 137).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter the candidate\u2019s name, date of birth, Email address, and mobile number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the \u201cGENERATE OTP\u201d button to complete the registration process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will be redirected to CAPTCHA to fill in. You need to submit the OTP received on your mobile for verification.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Log in as a \u201cRegistered Candidate\u201d. Use system generated User ID and Password.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill the CAT application form with valid details. This includes personal details, academics, work experience, programmes, and test city preference.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload all the required documents in the prescribed format. This includes Passport Size Photograph and Signature, caste certificate &amp; PwD Certificate (if applicable).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the \u2018PREVIEW\u2019 button before proceeding with the payment.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, select the payment mode. Pay the CAT registration fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After successful payment, a \u2018Payment Successful\u2019 message will appear on the screen. You can also view your Payment Transaction Number. Download or save it for future reference.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will also get a confirmation email stating the successful submission of your CAT 2026 Application.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-cat-registration-fees\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_CAT_Registration_Fees\"><\/span><strong>What is CAT Registration Fees?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT registration fees will be announced along with the information bulletin. Based on last year&#8217;s data, it is expected that the&nbsp; CAT registration fees 2026 will be Rs 1300 for SC, ST and PwD candidates and Rs 2600 for all other candidates. Fees once paid cannot be refunded under any circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cat-registration-trends-over-years\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Registration_Trends_Over_Years\"><\/span><strong>CAT Registration Trends Over Years<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should check the CAT registration trends over the years. It helps them understand the competition level and plan their preparation better. In CAT 2025, 2.95 lakh candidates registered, and 2.58 lakh candidates appeared for the exam. Below are the CAT registration trends over the years for reference purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Year<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Number of Candidates Registered<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Number of Candidates Appeared (Test Takers)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2010<\/td><td>2,04,000<\/td><td>1,85,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2011<\/td><td>2,05,000<\/td><td>1,86,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2012<\/td><td>2,14,000<\/td><td>1,95,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2013<\/td><td>1,94,516<\/td><td>1,73,714<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2014<\/td><td>1,96,988<\/td><td>1,70,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2015<\/td><td>2,18,664<\/td><td>1,79,602<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2016<\/td><td>2,32,434<\/td><td>1,95,679<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2017<\/td><td>2,31,067<\/td><td>1,99,632<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2018<\/td><td>2,40,338<\/td><td>2,09,405<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2019<\/td><td>2,44,169<\/td><td>2,09,926<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2020<\/td><td>2,27,835<\/td><td>1,90,144<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2021<\/td><td>2,29,969<\/td><td>1,91,660<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2022<\/td><td>2,55,501<\/td><td>2,22,184<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2023<\/td><td>3,23,000<\/td><td>2,88,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2024<\/td><td>3,29,000<\/td><td>2,93,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2025<\/td><td>2.95 lakh<\/td><td>2.58 lakh<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-shadow\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-vivid-orange-to-vivid-red-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/\" style=\"border-radius:50px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2026 Course<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-74-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-74-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-74-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-74-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-74-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-74-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-74-420x420.png 420w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-74-696x696.png 696w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-74-1068x1068.png 1068w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-74.png 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cat-registration-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Registration_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>CAT Registration FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1771222633515\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>When will the CAT registration 2026 begin?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The CAT Registration form 2026 is expected to be released in the first week of August 2026.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1771222667561\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Who can fill out the CAT Registration Form?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Candidates who have a Bachelor\u2019s Degree, with at least 50% marks (45% for SC, ST, and PwD categories), can register for the CAT 2026<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1771222682519\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is the CAT Registration Last Date?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The CAT registration last date will be announced officially soon. It is expected that the CAT registration window link will remain active till September 2026.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1771222697548\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the CAT Registration Fees?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The CAT registration fees 2026 are expected to be Rs 1300 for SC, ST and PwD candidates and Rs 2600 for all other candidates.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CAT Registration 2026: CAT is one of the most popular management entrance tests in the country. Over 2 lakhs candidates register for this exam every year. The CAT Registration form 2026 is expected to be released in the first week of August 2026. 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