The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing has announced the full schedule for CDAC C-CAT 2026. The exam will be held on January 10 and 11, 2026 in Computer-Based Test mode. The application window opens on November 27, 2025, giving candidates time to register for PG Diploma admissions.
CDAC will conduct the test across multiple cities in India. Candidates planning to appear for the exam must check the schedule, exam centres and important instructions below.
CDAC C-CAT 2026 Admission Schedule
The following table presents all key dates for the CDAC C-CAT 2026 cycle. Candidates must follow the deadlines for submitting the form, appearing for the exam and joining the next batch of PG Diploma programs.
The table also highlights the period during which candidates can complete each step of the application and admission process.
Event | Date | Tasks to be Done |
Application Window | November 27 – December 29, 2025 | Candidates can submit online applications during this period. |
C-CAT Exam (Test Centre Mode) | January 10 & 11, 2026 | Appear for the exam at the designated CDAC test centres across India. |
Next Batch Commencement | February 25, 2026 | Selected candidates can start their PG Diploma programs. |
CDAC C-CAT 2026 Exam Centres List
CDAC will conduct the C-CAT 2026 exam in computerised mode across various cities. The centres are located across major regions to ensure accessibility for candidates.
The list below presents all cities where the exam is scheduled to take place, as notified by CDAC.
- Ahmedabad
- Aurangabad (MH)
- Bengaluru
- Bhilai
- Bhopal
- Bhubaneswar
- Chennai
- Guwahati
- Hyderabad
- Imphal
- Indore
- Jaipur
- Karad
- Kochi
- Kolhapur
- Kolkata
- Lucknow
- Mohali
- Mumbai
- Nagpur
- Nashik
- Navi Mumbai
- New Delhi
- Noida
- Patna
- Prayagraj
- Pune
- Ranchi
- Silchar
- Solapur
- Srinagar
- Thiruvananthapuram
- Varanasi
- Vijayawada
CDAC has stated that exam centres may be cancelled if the candidate turnout is low or in case of emergencies involving natural calamities, pandemics or other unavoidable circumstances.
The CDAC C-CAT 2026 schedule gives candidates ample time to register and prepare for the exam. With applications starting November 27, 2025, students aiming for PG Diploma programs should plan their timelines carefully.
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