CAT Correction Window 2026: How to Edit Signature, Photo & Test City
IIM Indore will start CAT 2026 form correction process on October 5. Candidates will be able to edit their uploaded photo, signature and test city preferences. IIM Indore will not allow changes in any other field of the CAT exam form.
CAT 2026 Correction Window: How to Edit Photo, Signature & Test Cities
The CAT 2026 application process was concluded on September 24. Candidates who made a mistake while filling the exam form have been waiting for the CAT form correction facility. IIM Indore has officially announced the exact dates for the CAT 2026 correction window. CAT correction window 2026 will be facilitated from October 5, 10 AM to October 6, 5 PM. During this period, candidates can fix errors in their uploaded photograph, signature, and test city choices. Candidates will find the CAT form correction link on the official website, iimcat.ac.in.
CAT 2026 Correction Window: What Can Candidates Edit?
IIM Indore will allow edits only in selected fields. Candidates cannot edit their entire application form. Personal details such as the candidate's name, date of birth, email address, mobile number, and state cannot be modified once registered.
| Field | Can It Be Edited? | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | Yes | Candidates can replace an unclear or non-compliant image with a new photo. |
| Signature | Yes | Candidates can re-upload a clear, legible signature if the previous one was blurred. |
| Test City Preferences | Yes | Candidates can modify their order of preference or choose alternate test cities. |
| Personal & Academic Details | No | Name, date of birth, contact information, category, and marks cannot be changed. |
There is no correction fee charged by the conducting authority to make these changes. Candidates who do not need to make any changes do not need to take any action during this window.
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How to Edit Photo, Signature and Test City in CAT 2026 Form?
Candidates can modify permitted details through the official website by following these steps:
- Visit the official CAT website: iimcat.ac.in.
- Click on the login link and enter your user ID and password.
- Open your CAT 2026 application form.
- Navigate to the section containing the field you want to edit.
- Upload the new photograph or signature, or select your preferred test cities.
- Review the updated details carefully to ensure everything is correct.
- Submit and save the changes.
- Download and print the updated application summary for your records.
The correction facility is a one-time option. Once you submit your updated form, you cannot make further changes.
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