There is a mistake in my CDAC C-CAT admit card. What should I do?

In case any mistakes are found in the CDAC C-CAT admit card, the candidates are advised to immediately contact the authorities. All mistakes should be corrected before the entrance examination so that the candidates do not face any issues at the examination centre. However, the authorities will not accept requests to change the allotted exam centre.

Will CDAC C-CAT admit card be released online?

Yes. CDAC C-CAT admit card is released online. The candidates will be able to access the CDAC C-CAT admit card download link online at cdac.in. No other mode will be used by the authorities to release the CDAC C-CAT admit card. To log in, the candidates will have to provide the required credentials. A print out of the admit card has to be taken for future use.

What is the eligibility criteria for CDAC C-CAT counselling?

To be eligible for the CDAC C-CAT counselling, the candidates will have to qualify the entrance examination with the required scores. The basic eligibility criteria should also be met by the candidates. During the CDAC C-CAT counselling process, the candidates will have to fill out their choices within the time allotted by the authorities. Only those candidates who register and fill out their choices will be able to participate in the counselling process.

Is CDAC C-CAT counselling held online?

Yes. The authorities will conduct CDAC C-CAT counselling process online. All eligible candidates will have to register and fill out their choices at the official website. The authorities will announce the CDAC C-CAT seat allotment result online. Allotment of seats will be done based on the candidate's rank, preferences, category and seat availability.

Is CDAC C-CAT an online test?

Yes. The authorities will conduct CDAC C-CAT online i.e., as a computer-based test at various exam centres. During the exam, the candidates will have to attempt objective multiple-choice questions. Out of the provided options, the candidates will have to select the correct one and submit it. No other mode will be used to conduct the CDAC C-CAT test.

What is the qualification criteria for CDAC C-CAT ranks?

According to the CDAC C-CAT result guidelines, the candidates with the lowest 20% performance in section A and section B and the lowest 10% performance in section C of the examination will not be qualified for ranking in that particular section and its higher sections. After the removal of these candidates, if there are any candidates in any section with zero or less than zero marks, then they will also not be qualified for ranking.

Which documents have to be uploaded in CDAC C-CAT application form?

While filling out the CDAC C-CAT application form, the candidates will have to upload scanned documents. A passport size photograph and signature has to be scanned as per the official specifications and uploaded in the application form. If the scanned documents do not meet the specifications, then they will not be uploaded.

When will CDAC C-CAT 2025 application form be released?

The authorities have closed the CDAC C-CAT 2025 application form process for the August batch. Candidates were able to access the CDAC C-CAT application form online at cdac.in. To participate in the entrance exam, the candidates had to fill out and submit the application form. The official CDAC C-CAT 2025 application form last date for the August batch was June 25, 2025.

Is there any negative marking in CDAC C-CAT?

Yes, there is negative marking in CDAC C-CAT. For every wrong answer, the authorities will deduct 1 mark. Since there is negative marking, the candidates are advised to answer only those questions in which they are confident. Wrong answers will lead to negative marking, and the candidates may score less in the examination.

What is the marking scheme of CDAC C-CAT?

The official marking scheme is available through the CDAC C-CAT exam pattern. As per the marking scheme, the candidates will be allotted 3 marks for every correct answer. However, for incorrect responses, the authoriites will deduct one mark. Since there is negative marking for the exam, the candidates are advised to be careful while attempting the entrance examination.

Will the authorities accept review of CDAC C-CAT score?

No. The authorities will not accept requests to review the obtained CDAC C-CAT score. Candidates will not be allowed to raise any requests to review their scores. In case of any other mistakes in the CDAC C-CAT result, then the candidates will be able to contact the authorities. Once the result is downloaded, the candidates are advised to check the details carefully.

What are the steps to check the CDAC C-CAT result?

CDAC C-CAT result is released online. To check the result of CDAC C-CAT result, the candidates will have to follow the given steps. Go to cdac.in Candidates will have to click on the login page. The application form number and password has to be provided. Click on 'Login' The results will be displayed on the screen.

Do I have to study the entire CDAC C-CAT syllabus?

Yes. The candidates are advised to study the entire CDAC C-CAT syllabus. This will help the candidates to understand which topics have to be studied in the entrance examination to perform well in the examnination. By knowing the syllabus, the candidates will be able to prepare their study strategy so that they secured the marks required for admission. Since the question paper is prepared as per the syllabus, the candidates will be able to benefit by being familiar with the syllabus.

Which subjects have to be prepared for CDAC C-CAT?

For CDAC C-CAT, the candidates will have to prepare various subjects and topics as per the selection section. As per the CDAC C-CAT syllabus, the candidates will have to study English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Computer Fundamentals & Concepts of Programming, C Programming, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming Concepts using C+, Operating Systems & Networking, Basics of Big Data & Artificial Intelligence, Computer Architecture, Digital Electronics, Microprocessors.

CDAC C-CAT 2026: Application Form, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern

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Updated on Oct 14, 2025 17:25 IST

By Rashmi Karan, Manager - Content

The CDAC C-CAT application form 2026 is anticipated to be published by the end of November or the beginning of December 2025. The CDAC C-CAT 2026 admit cards for the February round are expected to be released during the first week of January 2026. Considering the usual exam date pattern, the CDAC C-CAT January 2026 test is likely to take place in the middle of January 2026. Following the 2025 schedule, the CDAC C-CAT 2026 scores will probably be announced in late January. The CDAC C-CAT 2026 counselling and choice filling rounds are expected in the last week of January 2026. Seat allotments will occur in multiple phases through January and February, and classes will start in the last week of February 2026.

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What is CDAC C-CAT?
CDAC C-CAT 2025 Exam Dates
CDAC C-CAT 2026 Result
CDAC C-CAT 2026 Counselling
CDAC C-CAT 2026 Admit Card
CDAC C-CAT 2026 Exam Pattern
CDAC C-CAT 2025 Syllabus
CDAC C-CAT 2025 Application Form

What is CDAC C-CAT?

CDAC C-CAT 2025 Exam Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CDAC C-CAT 2025 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
21 Aug ' 25	CDAC C-CAT 2025 (August Batch) - Commencement of Classes
20 Aug ' 25	Last Date of Registration of Students
14 Aug ' 25	CDAC C-CAT 2025 Seat Allotment (August Batch) - Round 3
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