CAT 2026 Correction Window Alert: Fix Your Photo, Signature, and Test City Choices Before Deadline

Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) announced a two‑day Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 correction window. It runs Oct 5, 10:00 AM to Oct 6, 5:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST). Only fee‑paid applicants can edit photo, signature, and test city choices.

Edits apply only to uploaded images and city preferences; identity fields stay locked. Name, date of birth, category, email, and mobile number cannot change here. Saved‑but‑unpaid applications are ineligible for correction access. After 5:00 PM on Oct 6, the portal freezes all edits.

How to use the CAT 2026 correction window

Log in to the CAT portal using your registered email and password. Use only the official CAT portal. Open Application Status, then choose Edit Application. Navigate to Photo and Signature, or Test City, as required. Preview changes carefully and select Submit. Confirm the on‑screen acknowledgement and note the timestamp.

Fix photo and signature in CAT 2026 without rejection

Use a recent, clear, front‑facing photo against a plain background. Avoid shadows, filters, and tilted frames. Use the crop tool to match on‑screen guidelines. Keep file size within the limit displayed on screen. Verify the preview before saving to avoid blurs or cuts.

Reorder CAT 2026 test city preferences smartly

Use the city section to drag choices or move them up. Place your home city first, then nearby options with reliable travel. Keep at least one out‑of‑state backup to mitigate local disruptions. Check calendars for festivals or weather that could affect access.

Fields you cannot change in the CAT 2026 form

Identity‑linked fields remain locked to protect exam integrity. These include name, date of birth, category, email, and mobile number. If an actual error exists, contact the official helpdesk with documents. The correction window does not cover demographic revisions or typo fixes here.

Admit card timeline and proof of submission for CAT 2026

After final submission, capture the acknowledgement message and confirmation email. Ensure your dashboard shows Edited on Oct 5 or Oct 6. Watch the official CAT website for admit card dates after corrections. Keep copies and match details with your identification document.