CDAC C-CAT

During CDAC C-CAT counselling, seat allotment is based on your C-CAT rank, chosen preferences, and seat availability. Higher-ranked candidates get priority during the allocation process.

Yes. Participating in CDAC C-CAT online counselling is mandatory. Without selecting courses and centres during this stage, you will not be considered for seat allocation.

Your exam centre, date, and time will be clearly mentioned on your C-CAT admit card. You must check it carefully and reach the venue on time.

After filling your personal and educational details on the CDAC C-CAT application form, upload your photo and pay the exam fee online. Once done, all steps will show a tick mark on the dashboard. 

No. Once the CDAC C-CAT application form is submitted,  the selected course category cannot be changed. Carefully review the application form before submitting.

In CDAC C-CAT, Category III candidates can apply for both Category II and III courses if eligible. Category II candidates can apply only for Category II courses.

Mandatory information to include in the CDAC C-CAT application form are: 

• Full name, email address, phone number, and other personal details  
• Class 10th, 12th, and graduation marks details
• Course category (II or III)
• 3 examination cities 
• Passport-size photo of the candidate & digital signature

Yes, admission to all CDAC PG Certificate Programmes like PG Diploma in Advanced Computing (PG-DAC), PG Diploma in Artificial Intelligence (PG-AI/PGCP-AI), PG Diploma in Big Data Analytics (PG-DBDA/PGCP-BDA), PG Diploma in Cyber Security & Forensics (PG-CSF), PG Diploma in VLSI Design (PG-DVLSI), PG Diploma in IT Infrastructure, Systems & Security (PG-DITISS), etc.,
is done only through CDAC C-CAT.

CDAC C-CAT is conducted twice a year,  in January (for February admissions) and July (for August admissions).

After registering for CDAC C-CAT 2026, you will receive an Application Form number. Use this number to log in and complete the C-CAT application form.