CDAC C-CAT 2026 Counselling: Check Dates, Fees & Procedure

CDAC Common Admissions Test 2026 ( CDAC C-CAT )

Vikrant Shukla
Updated on Jan 22, 2026 12:18 IST

By Vikrant Shukla, Deputy Manager

Overview

The CDAC C-CAT 2026 counselling and choice filling rounds for the February 2026 batch was available for January 22-28, 2026. Candidates would need to register and fill their centre choices by Jan 28. The selection will be made in order of preference. The CDAC C-CAT results 2026 can be checked online by logging in using the form number and password. Allotment of seats will be done based on the candidate's rank, preferences, category and seat availability.

Read to know more about CDAC C-CAT 2026 Counselling.

Table of contents
  • CDAC C-CAT 2025 Counselling Process
  • CDAC C-CAT 2026 Exam Dates
  • CDAC C-CAT Important Dates
  • CDAC C-CAT Counselling Rules
  • CDAC C-CAT 2026 Seat Allotment
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CDAC C-CAT 2025 Counselling Process

The CDAC C-CAT 2026 counselling process is now being held online. The process for participating in the CDAC C-CAT counselling 2026 is as follows.

First Counselling and Initial Allocation (Rounds 1 & 2)

The preferences submitted during the First Counselling session govern both the First and Second Rounds of seat allocation.
Round 1 Allocation

Seats are assigned based on C-CAT rank and the candidate's priority list. If a candidate’s rank does not permit entry into their top choice, they are allocated the highest available preference on their list.
Round 2 Allocation (The Upgrade)

  • Candidates who received a lower-priority preference in Round 1 are automatically considered for their higher-priority choices in case any vacancy comes up
  • If a candidate is allocated their first preference in Round 1, this assignment is considered final. Such candidates are ineligible for further upgrades in Round 2.
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Second Counselling (Round 3)

  • After the completion of the first two rounds, a Second Counselling session will take place. This requires a new submission of preferences specifically for the third round of seat allocation to fill remaining vacancies across training centres.

CDAC C-CAT 2026 Exam Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CDAC C-CAT 2026 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
25 Feb ' 26

CDAC C-CAT 2026 (February Batch) - Commencement of Classes

17 Feb ' 26

CDAC C-CAT 2026 Seat Allotment (February Batch) - Round 3

17 Feb ' 26

CDAC C-CAT 2026 Counselling Choice Filling (February Batch) - Round 3

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CDAC C-CAT Important Dates

Event  Date
C-CAT Rank Declaration January 22, 2026
1st Counselling (Choice Filling) January 22 – 28, 2026
First Round Seat Allocation January 30, 2026
First Installment Fee Payment (INR 10,000 + GST) By February 4, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Second Round Seat Allocation February 6, 2026
2nd Counselling (Choice Filling for Vacant Seats) February 11 – 16, 2026
Third Round Seat Allocation February 17, 2026
Commencement of Classes February 25, 2026
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CDAC C-CAT Counselling Rules

Seat Allocation Rules

  • Seat allocations are strictly determined by the rank of the candidate in the CDAC CCAT 2026.
  • The system is designed to move candidates upward through their preference list as seats become available; it will never move a candidate to a lower-ranked preference than what was previously secured.
  • One-time entry for two rounds, meaning the choices locked during the first counselling session are binding for both the first and second allocation stages.
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CDAC C-CAT 2026 Seat Allotment

CDAC C-CAT 2026 seat allotment has been announced. Candidates can check their seat allotment status after logging in with the required credentials. No other mode will be used to declare the CDAC C-CAT 2026 seat allotment. The allotment of seats will be done based on the candidate's rank, preferences, category and seat availability.
Exam authorities will not accept requests to change the allotment. All selected candidates must confirm their admission before the final date by paying the first instalment of the course fee. After the first instalment is paid, the candidates will have to pay the balance fee and register for the course. If they fail to confirm their admission before the final date, then their allotment will be cancelled.
  • First Instalment Fee: INR 10,000 + GST
  • Remaining/Second Instalment Fee: INR 66,500 + GST 

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