CDAC C-CAT Exam Date 2027: Registration & Dates
CDAC C-CAT Exam Date 2027 (February Batch)
Quick answer: the C-CAT for the February 2027 batch is on 9 and 10 January 2027. Registration runs from 25 November to 29 December 2026, and the next batch starts on 24 February 2027.
Source: C-DAC’s official registration page on cdac.in, checked on 7 November 2026. Always confirm on cdac.in before paying a fee.
C-CAT January 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Registration opens | 25 November 2026 | Listed on cdac.in |
| Registration closes | 29 December 2026 | Listed on cdac.in |
| Admit card | Expected first week of January 2027 | Not yet announced |
| C-CAT exam | 9 and 10 January 2027 | Listed on cdac.in |
| Rank announcement | Expected late January 2027 | Not yet announced |
| Counselling and seat allocation | Expected late January to mid February 2027 | Not yet announced |
| Next batch commencement | 24 February 2027 | Listed on cdac.in |
Rows marked “Expected” are estimates based on the previous cycle, not official dates. For reference, the February 2026 cycle had registration close on 29 December 2025, the exam on 10 and 11 January 2026, ranks on 22 January 2026 and the batch start on 25 February 2026.
Registration, Fee and Eligibility
- Where to apply: the registration page on cdac.in.
- Fee (inclusive of GST): Rs 1,550 for Category II (Sections A and B) and Rs 1,750 for Category III (Sections A, B and C). Non-refundable. These figures are from the July 2026 cycle on cdac.in; check the January 2027 form for changes.
- Eligibility (common criteria): a graduate in Engineering or Technology in IT, Computer Science, Electronics, Telecommunications, Electrical or Instrumentation, or an MSc/MS in Computer Science, IT or Electronics. Most programmes need at least 55% marks (60% for PGCP-AI). Some courses add their own requirements, so read the course-wise table in the admission booklet.
- Admit card is not an admission guarantee: you must prove eligibility at the allotted centre.
Which Exam Should February 2027 Aspirants Write?
- January C-CAT → Admission to the February batch
- July C-CAT → Admission to the August batch
If your goal is PG-DAC, PG-DBDA, PG-AI, PG-DESD or any other C-DAC programme starting in February 2027, apply for the January 2027 C-CAT.
Typical Admission Timeline
- Online registration opens.
- Fill the application form and pay the examination fee.
- Download your admit card.
- Appear for the C-CAT.
- Check your C-CAT rank.
- Fill your preferred courses and centres during counselling.
- Participate in seat allocation rounds.
- Pay the fee, report to the allotted centre and begin classes.
How to Use the Weeks Before 9 January
With the exam on 9 and 10 January, a sensible plan looks like this:
| Time | Focus |
|---|---|
| Now to mid-December | Finish C Programming, Data Structures, OOP, Operating Systems and Networks |
| Late December | Previous papers and sectional mocks |
| First week of January | Full-length mocks and revision |
Revise and Practice
- C-CAT Cheat Sheets for quick revision, especially in the final weeks.
- C-CAT MCQs for topic-wise practice under time pressure.
- C-CAT Flashcards to find weak areas early.
- C-CAT Syllabus and Exam Pattern to know what is asked.
Key Takeaways
- Registration: 25 November to 29 December 2026.
- Exam: 9 and 10 January 2027.
- Batch starts: 24 February 2027.
- Admit card, rank and counselling dates are not yet announced; the dates above marked “Expected” are estimates.
- Confirm every date and the fee on cdac.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 Is there any exam for CDAC?
Yes. Admission to C-DAC's PG Diploma and PG Certificate programmes (such as PG-DAC, PG-DBDA and PG-AI) is through the C-CAT (C-DAC Common Admission Test), a computer-based test conducted by C-DAC. Your C-CAT rank decides which course and training centre you can get during counselling.
2 How many times is the CDAC exam conducted in a year?
C-CAT is conducted twice a year: in January for the February batch and in July for the August batch. The next CDAC batch in 2027 is the February 2027 batch (exam on 9 and 10 January 2027), followed by the August 2027 batch (exam expected in July 2027). The February 2027 dates are listed on C-DAC's registration page; the August 2027 dates are expected timelines until C-DAC announces them.
3 How to apply for the CDAC exam?
Visit the official C-DAC admission website (cdac.in) once registration opens; for the February 2027 batch registration runs from 25 November to 29 December 2026. Register with your name, email ID and mobile number, fill in the application form, upload the required documents, pay the examination fee and choose your exam date and city where options are offered. Then download your admit card using your application number and password, and carry it with a valid photo ID on exam day. Eligibility, fee and document requirements can change between cycles, so read the official admission booklet before you apply.
4 What is the last date to apply for C-CAT January 2027?
C-DAC's registration page lists the application window as 25 November 2026 to 29 December 2026. Register and pay the fee before the closing date; confirm on cdac.in as C-DAC can extend deadlines.
5 What is the C-CAT fee?
On cdac.in the C-CAT fee (inclusive of GST) is Rs 1,550 for Category II (Sections A and B) and Rs 1,750 for Category III (Sections A, B and C), and it is non-refundable. These are the figures published for the July 2026 cycle; check the January 2027 application page for any change.