CAT 2026 Admit Card Tomorrow: IIM MBA Hall Ticket, Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
New Delhi: MBA aspirants preparing for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 will have to keep an eye on November 4 as the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore will issue the admit cards for CAT 2026 tomorrow. The admit card will be available on the official exam site iimcat.ac.in. Candidates who have successfully registered for the entrance exam can download their hall tickets by logging in with their user ID and password.
The admit card contains important information such as the exam centre, slot and personal details. The CAT 2026 will be held on November 29, 2026, in three slots at centres across the country. It is used for admissions to postgraduate management courses at IIMs and other business schools.
CAT 2026 Admit Card: Key Details
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Particulars |
Details |
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Examination |
Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 |
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Conducting institute |
IIM Indore |
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Admit card release date |
November 4, 2026 |
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Official website |
iimcat.ac.in |
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Examination date |
November 29, 2026 |
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Examination mode |
Computer-based test |
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Number of sections |
3 |
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Total questions |
68 |
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Examination duration |
120 minutes |
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Examination sessions |
3 |
The admit card will be released on November 4. However, you should visit the official website to know more about the exact time when the download link will be activated.
How to Download CAT 2026 Admit Card?
Once the download option is available, registered candidates can download their admit cards by following the steps below:
- Visit the official CAT website (https://iimcat.ac.in).
- Go to the Login section for registered candidates.
- Enter your CAT 2026 user ID and password.
- Submit the details to reach the Candidate Dashboard.
- Click on the Download Admit Card option for CAT 2026.
- Verify the details mentioned on the hall ticket.
- Download the admit card and save it as a PDF.
- Print a hard copy for the exam.
After downloading the admit card, verify that your name, personal details, exam centre, slot and reporting instructions are correct. If there are discrepancies, contact the exam authorities.
CAT 2026 Exam Date & Slots
CAT 2026 will be conducted by IIM Indore on November 29 in three slots. Each slot will be of two hours.
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Exam Slot |
Examination Timing |
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Slot 1 |
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM |
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Slot 2 |
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM |
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Slot 3 |
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM |
Candidates should check the admit card to know the exact time of reporting and instructions for entering the exam hall. Make sure to check your slot and centre to plan your travel accordingly.
CAT 2026 Exam Pattern
There will be three sections in the CAT 2026 exam comprising a total of 68 questions. The total marks will be 204.
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Section |
Subject |
Number of Questions |
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Section I |
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) |
24 |
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Section II |
Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) |
22 |
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Section III |
Quantitative Aptitude (QA) |
22 |
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Total |
3 Sections |
68 |
The total duration of the exam will be 120 minutes. Each section will be of 40 minutes and candidates will not be allowed to move between sections. Time management will play an important role.
CAT 2026 Marking Scheme
It is important to understand the marking scheme before appearing for the exam. Candidates will be awarded 3 marks for each correct response. One mark will be deducted for incorrect MCQs.
- Correct answer: +3 marks
- Incorrect MCQ answer: -1 mark
- Unanswered question: 0 marks
- Incorrect non-MCQ/TITA answer: No negative marking
You should note the difference between MCQ and Non-MCQ questions.
What to Check After Downloading Hall Ticket?
The admit card is an important document to gain entry into the exam centre. You should check all the information mentioned on the admit card and the instructions. Make sure to check:
- Your name and personal details.
- CAT 2026 exam date and slot.
- Exam centre name and full address.
- Reporting time and instructions.
- Your photograph and other identification details.
- Documents and items allowed/restricted.
- You should follow the instructions mentioned on your admit card.
Since the exam will be held on November 29, the hall ticket has been released. Aspirants should download the admit card as soon as the link is activated and check their details. Plan your travel in advance.
FAQs
Q1. When will the admit card for CAT 2026 be released?
The admit card for CAT 2026 will be released on November 4, 2026.
Q2. From where can candidates download their hall ticket for CAT 2026?
Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website iimcat.ac.in.
Q3. What details are required to download the admit card for CAT?
Candidates will have to enter their registered user ID and password for CAT 2026.
Q4. When will the exam be conducted?
The exam will be conducted on November 29, 2026
Q5. How many questions will be asked in CAT 2026?
As per the exam pattern, there will be a total of 68 questions in three sections- VARC, DILR and Quantitative Aptitude.
Q6. How long will the exam last?
The total duration of the exam is 120 minutes. Each section will be of 40 minutes.
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