IIM CAT 2026 Correction Window: Edit Application Form & Test Cities @ iimcat.ac.in

The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM, Coordinating Institute) have officially activated the Online Application Form Correction Window 2026 for the Common Admission Test (CAT 2026). Registered candidates seeking admission into prestigious postgraduate management programs (MBA / PGDM) across 21 IIMs and over 1,000 top business schools in India can now review and modify permissible fields on the official portal iimcat.ac.in. The edit window opens on 5 October 2026 at 10:00 AM and remains strictly active until 6 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.

CAT 2026 Correction Window: Permissible Fields and Schedule

The coordinating IIM provides a limited one-time facility to correct critical application data:

Selection Process and Examination Scheme

The Common Admission Test is administered across a standardized computer-based testing format:

1. Online Computer-Based Test (CBT): A 120-minute national examination comprising 66 questions divided into three mandatory 40-minute sectional sections: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC - 24 questions), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR - 20 questions), and Quantitative Ability (QA - 22 questions).
2. Shortlisting by IIMs: Participating IIMs establish composite cutoffs combining CAT percentile scores, Class 10/12 academic percentages, graduation marks, gender diversity, and relevant work experience.
3. Analytical Writing Test (AWT) & Personal Interview (PI): Shortlisted candidates undergo rigorous evaluation assessing logical articulation, current economic awareness, ethical perspective, and leadership readiness.

Previous Years Cutoff Trends and Qualifying Marks

Historic minimum CAT percentile cutoffs for admission into premier IIMs:

• Top-Tier IIMs (Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta): General category calls settle at 99.00+ percentile composite score. Reserved categories range between 92.00 percentile for NC-OBC and 80.00+ percentile for SC/ST applicants.
• Second-Generation IIMs (Indore, Kozhikode, Lucknow): Typically issue interview invitations between 97.00 to 98.50 percentile for General category aspirants.
• Baby / New IIMs (Common Admission Process - CAP): Minimum qualifying cutoffs settle around 92.00 to 94.00 overall percentile with 70 to 75 sectional minimum percentile thresholds.

Candidate Guidelines and Aspirant Suggestions

• Step-by-Step Edit Protocol: Log in to iimcat.ac.in using your User ID and Password. Click on the Edit Application tab, modify your photograph, signature, or test cities, and save changes before the deadline.
• Verification of Image Dimensions: Ensure uploaded passport photos clearly display 80% facial coverage without spectacles, face masks, or caps. Blurry uploads will lead to admit card withholding on exam day.
• Final Submission Safeguard: Re-download and save the updated application confirmation summary in PDF format. No modifications are permitted under any circumstances after 6 October 2026, 5:00 PM.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the IIM CAT 2026 correction window open and close?

The edit window opens on 5 October 2026 at 10:00 AM and closes strictly on 6 October 2026 at 5:00 PM on iimcat.ac.in.

Can I change my category or personal name during the correction window?

No, fundamental details including candidate name, date of birth, category, and email address cannot be edited.

Is there any fee charged for making edits in the CAT application form?

No, the correction facility is offered completely free of charge to all registered candidates.

How many test city preferences can I modify?

Candidates can re-order and select up to 6 preferred examination cities from the official list.

When will the CAT 2026 admit cards be released?

Admit cards will be available for download on iimcat.ac.in from early November 2026 until examination day.