CDAC C-CAT 2026 Registration Begins β Apply Online for PG Courses
Published on November 28, 2025
CDAC C-CAT 2026 Registration Begins β Apply Online for PG Courses
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC) has released the official notification for C-CAT 2026. Registration has begun for admission into CDACβs PG Diploma and PG Certificate programmes for the February 2026 batch. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.
Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | CDAC Computerized Common Admission Test (C-CAT) 2026 |
| Admission For | PG Diploma & PG Certificate Courses |
| Registration Start Date | 27 November 2025 |
| Registration Last Date | 29 December 2025 |
| Exam Dates | 10 & 11 January 2026 |
| Batch Commencement | 25 February 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://cdac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Begins | 27 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 December 2025 |
| C-CAT Exam Dates | 10β11 January 2026 |
| Result Declaration | As per official schedule |
| Admission & Seat Allocation | After result |
| Course Start Date | 25 February 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies based on the course-category (A, B, C). In general:
- Graduation in Engineering (CSE, IT, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Telecom, Instrumentation, etc.)
- OR B.Sc. / BCA / MCA / MSc (CS/IT/Electronics)
- Minimum percentage criteria apply depending on course
Application Fee
| Category | Papers | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Category I | A | βΉ1,200 (approx.) |
| Category II | A + B | βΉ1,550 (approx.) |
| Category III | A + B + C | βΉ1,750 (approx.) |
Fee must be paid online.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: https://cdac.in
- Click on the βC-CAT 2026 Registrationβ link
- Register with email & mobile number
- Fill the application form
- Upload documents
- Pay the fee
- Download the confirmation page
Exam Pattern
- Computer-based test
- Categories A, B, C based on the course selected
- Each category contains 50 MCQs
- Negative marking is applicable
- Duration varies depending on the paper combination
Courses Offered
- PG-DAC (Advanced Computing)
- PG-DBDA (Big Data Analytics)
- PG-DITISS (IT Infrastructure & Security)
- PG-DESD / PG-DVLSI (Embedded & VLSI)
- PG-DMC (Mobile Computing)
- PG-DIoT, PG-DASSD, and more
Admission is based on C-CAT Rank.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://cdac.in |
| Official Notification | https://cdac.in |
| Course Details | https://cdac.in |