The CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 for the January 2026 cycle was released on 22 January 2026 at cdac.in by CDAC. The July 2026 cycle result (for the August 2026 batch) will follow after the exam, tentatively in late July 2026. If you took the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing Common Admission Test (CDAC C-CAT 2026), you can check your CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 by logging in with your form number and password. The rank card displays your section-wise marks, overall score, and category-wise rank, which form the basis for the C-DAC counselling and PG Certificate Programme admission process.
Latest: – CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 for the January 2026 cycle is OUT (22 Jan 2026) at cdac.in. February 2026 batch counselling and seat allotment concluded. The July 2026 cycle (August 2026 batch) result is upcoming — tentatively late July 2026.
CDAC C-CAT Result 2026
Waiting for the CDAC C-CAT Result 2026? What should you know?
The CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 is the most important step toward admission in C-DAC’s PG Certificate Programmes such as PG-DAC, PG-DBDA, PG-DITISS, PG-DESD, PG-DVLSI, PG-DIoT, PG-DAI, and PG-DCSF. The result is released as a downloadable rank card at cdac.in — the official CDAC admission portal. Keep your form number and password handy. You can also check the related CDAC C-CAT previous year question papers and answer keys on aglasem.com to estimate your expected score before the official result.
CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 Direct Link To Check – Click here to access the official CDAC admission portal at cdac.in to view your rank card.
CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 Date
The CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 dates for both cycles are tabulated below. The January 2026 cycle is concluded; the July 2026 cycle dates will be confirmed once CDAC releases the notification for the August 2026 batch.
| Exam Event | January 2026 Cycle | July 2026 Cycle |
|---|---|---|
| CDAC C-CAT exam date | 10 – 11 Jan 2026 (Concluded) | Jul 2026 (Tentative) |
| CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 / Rank Card release | 22 Jan 2026 (Released) | Late Jul 2026 (Tentative) |
| Online counselling & choice filling (Round 1) | 22 – 28 Jan 2026 (Concluded) | Aug 2026 (Tentative) |
| First round seat allotment | 30 Jan 2026 (Released) | Aug 2026 (Tentative) |
| Batch commencement | 25 Feb 2026 | Aug 2026 |
How to Check CDAC C-CAT Result at cdac.in
The cdac.in portal is the official site to check the CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 rank card. Note the following key points:
- The CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 is released online only. No hard copy is sent by post or any offline method.
- Separate rank cards are released for the January and July cycles. You may receive more than one rank if eligible for multiple categories (Category II for Sections A+B, Category III for Sections A+B+C).
- The rank card shows section-wise marks, total marks, qualifying status, and your category-wise rank.
- Save and download the rank card PDF immediately — you will need it during counselling, choice filling, and document verification.
- Keep checking cdac.in and this page on aglasem.com for the latest CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 updates.
Steps to Download CDAC C-CAT Rank Card
- Step 1: Visit the official CDAC admission portal at cdac.in/index.aspx?id=edu_acts_PGDiplomaAdmission.
- Step 2: Click on the “CDAC C-CAT Result” or “Rank Card” link displayed on the home page.
- Step 3: Enter your CDAC C-CAT form number and password (the same credentials used during application and admit card download).
- Step 4: Click “Submit” or “Login” to access your candidate dashboard.
- Step 5: Your CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 rank card will appear on the screen. Verify all the details — name, form number, section-wise marks, total score, and rank.
- Step 6: Click on Download / Print and save the rank card PDF for future use in counselling, choice filling, and admission.
Forgot your form number or password? Click the “Forgot Form Number / Forgot Password” link on the CDAC login page. Enter your registered email, mobile number, and date of birth to receive the credentials. For further help, email [email protected] or call C-DAC ACTS Pune at 020-25503143.
Details on CDAC C-CAT Rank Card
- Candidate’s full name
- Form number
- Photograph & signature (as uploaded during application)
- Date of birth, category, and other personal details
- Section-wise marks (Section A — English, QA, Reasoning, Computer Fundamentals; Section B — Computer Science basics; Section C — Programming, Data Structures, OOP)
- Total score (with +3 / -1 marking applied)
- Qualifying status — whether you qualify for Category II rank (A+B) and/or Category III rank (A+B+C)
- Category-wise CDAC C-CAT 2026 rank
CDAC C-CAT Qualifying Criteria & Ranking
- Section A is mandatory: If a candidate does not qualify in Section A, they will NOT receive a rank in any category.
- Above-zero score: Candidates must score more than zero (positive marks after negative marking) in every section they attempt to qualify for a rank.
- Lowest performers excluded: Candidates in the lowest 20% of performers for Sections A & B, or the lowest 10% for Section C, do not receive a rank.
- Two ranks possible: Category III candidates can be eligible for both Category II rank (A+B) and Category III rank (A+B+C), giving them access to more programmes.
- Tie-breaking: In case of identical total scores, marks in Section A are used first, followed by Section B, and finally Section C.
After CDAC C-CAT Result — Counselling Process
- Online Choice Filling: Log in to cdac.in and select your preferred PG Certificate Programmes (PG-DAC, PG-DBDA, etc.) and C-DAC training centres in order of priority. The choice filling window for the Jan 2026 cycle was 22-28 January 2026.
- Seat Allotment Rounds: CDAC conducts seat allotment in multiple rounds based on rank, eligibility, and centre/programme availability. Round 1 result for Feb 2026 batch was released on 30 January 2026.
- Admission Confirmation: After seat allotment, candidates must pay the initial fee to confirm admission. Failing to pay within the deadline cancels the allotment.
- Document Verification: Verification is done at the allotted C-DAC training centre on reporting day. Carry all original certificates and mark sheets.
- Balance Fee & Batch Start: Pay the balance fee before the last date. The 24-week PG Certificate Programme classes commenced on 25 February 2026 for the Feb batch; the Aug 2026 batch will commence in late August 2026.
CDAC C-CAT 2026
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing Common Admission Test is a National level PG Diploma entrance exam for admission to C-DAC’s 24-week PG Certificate Programmes such as PG-DAC, PG-DBDA, PG-DITISS, PG-DESD, PG-DVLSI, PG-DIoT, PG-DAI, and PG-DCSF at C-DAC training centres across India. Find more details on aglasem.com:
CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 – An Overview
| Exam and Result Aspect | Aspect Information |
|---|---|
| Name of Examination | CDAC C-CAT 2026 |
| Complete Name of Examination | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing Common Admission Test |
| Official Body That Announces Results | CDAC |
| Similar Examinations | PG Diploma Entrance Exams |
| Scale of Exam | National Level |
| Mode of Result Release | Online only (download rank card from official portal) |
| Official Website | cdac.in |
| Login Credentials Required | Form Number & Password |
| Jan 2026 Cycle Result Date | 22 January 2026 (Released) |
| Jul 2026 Cycle Result Date | Tentatively Late July 2026 |
| Result Format | Rank Card (PDF) — section-wise marks, total score, category-wise rank |
| Courses Where Admission is Through This Result | PG Certificate Programmes (PG-DAC, PG-DBDA, PG-DITISS, PG-DESD, PG-DVLSI, PG-DIoT, PG-DAI, PG-DCSF) |
| Colleges Where Admission is Through This Result | C-DAC Training Centres across India |
Frequently Asked Questions
Ans. The CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 for the July 2026 cycle (August 2026 batch) is expected to be released in late July 2026, shortly after the exam concludes. The January 2026 cycle result was already declared on 22 January 2026 at cdac.in.
Ans. Visit cdac.in/index.aspx?id=edu_acts_PGDiplomaAdmission, click on the CDAC C-CAT Result / Rank Card link, log in with your form number and password, and your rank card will appear on the screen. Download the PDF for use during counselling.
Ans. To get a CDAC C-CAT 2026 rank, candidates must (1) score above zero in every section they attempt, (2) qualify in Section A — otherwise no rank in any category, and (3) not be in the lowest 20% of performers for Sections A & B (or the lowest 10% for Section C).
Ans. Yes. Category III candidates who attempt Sections A + B + C can be eligible for both Category II rank (based on A+B) and Category III rank (based on A+B+C), provided they meet the qualifying criteria for each. Two ranks open up access to a wider range of PG Certificate Programmes.
Ans. Category II rank is calculated from Sections A + B marks and qualifies candidates for Category II courses (PG-DBDA, PG-DITISS, PG-DAI). Category III rank is calculated from Sections A + B + C marks and qualifies candidates for Category III courses (PG-DAC, PG-DESD, PG-DVLSI, PG-DIoT, PG-DCSF) — the more programming-intensive ones.
Ans. Click on the ‘Forgot Form Number / Password’ link on the CDAC login page at cdac.in. Enter your registered email, mobile number, and date of birth to recover the credentials. For further help, email [email protected] or call C-DAC ACTS Pune at 020-25503143.
Ans. No. The CDAC C-CAT Result 2026 rank card is released online only at cdac.in. Candidates must download and save the PDF themselves. No hard copy is sent by post or any offline method.
Ans. Based on past trends, a Category III rank within the top 5,000 is generally considered competitive for PG-DAC at sought-after C-DAC centres like Pune, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. Less popular centres may admit candidates with ranks up to 10,000-15,000. Final cutoffs vary by cycle and centre availability.
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