CAT 2026 fee payment closes today at 5 PM for registered candidates

What happened

Candidates who registered for CAT 2026 must pay the exam fee by 5 PM on September 24, 2026 to confirm their application. The fee is Rs 2,700 for General, EWS and NC-OBC, and Rs 1,350 for SC, ST and PwD. The exam is on November 29, 2026.

Why it may matter

• This is time-bound — there is an application or deadline involved, so check the dates before they pass.
• Evidence rather than policy — useful for understanding a trend.
• Useful if you are trying to find an internship or get a job.
• Affects students in India.