Official CAT Mock Test 2026: Release Date (12 Nov), Login & Interface
Everything about the official mock test on iimcat.ac.in: release date, login steps, screen layout, sample questions, and why real past papers are better practice.
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Executive Briefing & Key Takeaways
Official Benchmark & Strategic Decision Snapshot
Use the official mock to familiarize yourself with the palette, question paper button, and virtual calculator.
The official mock contains static sample questions from older papers; it is not a difficulty benchmark.
To measure actual percentiles, take ThinkCAT’s 19 free full mocks from authentic CAT 2018–2025 papers.
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ThinkCAT HubFrequently Asked Questions
When will the official CAT 2026 mock test be released?
The official CAT 2026 mock test link opens on iimcat.ac.in on 12 November 2026, eight days after the admit card release date.
Is the official CAT mock test graded or scored?
No. The official mock on iimcat.ac.in is an unproctored interface demo. It does not calculate your raw score, scaled score, or national percentile.
Do I need my CAT registration login to access the official mock?
Yes. Candidates log in using their CAT User ID and password created during registration on iimcat.ac.in.
Where can I take scored mocks that match the real CAT exam?
ThinkCAT provides all 19 real CAT papers (2018 to 2025) in a zero-cost TCS iON interface with complete scorecards, answer keys, and percentile calibration.
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Take our full-length 2-Hour TCS iON CBT Diagnostic Mock. Experience official 40-min sectional countdown timers, on-screen virtual calculator, and instant percentile prediction curve.