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    CAT 2026 Photo & Signature Specifications: Size, Dimensions, Format, Upload Guidelines

    CAT 2026 Photo & Signature Specifications: Size, Dimensions, Format, Upload Guidelines

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    Sambhav ThakurUpdated on 11 Aug 2026, 10:44 AM IST

    The CAT 2026 photo and signature specifications require candidates to upload their coloured passport-size photo and signature in a specified format. The CAT 2026 application form requires candidates to upload a passport-sized photograph not exceeding 80 KB with dimensions of 30mm in width and 45mm in height. The signature photograph must be uploaded with 80mm width and 35mm height. Both the documents must be uploaded in a JPG or JPEG format while filling out the CAT 2026 registration form. Moreover, candidates are advised to keep reading this article for more information related to CAT 2026 photograph specifications, CAT registration form 2026, documents required for CAT 2026 exam, and more.

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    1. CAT 2026 Photo and Signature Size and Format
    2. CAT 2026 Photograph Specifications
    3. CAT 2026 Signature Specifications
    4. How to Resize CAT 2026 Photo and Signature
    5. Common Mistakes While Uploading CAT 2026 Photo and Signature
    6. What if CAT 2026 photo/signature is rejected?
    7. Documents Required for CAT 2026 Registration
    8. How to Fill CAT 2026 Application Form?
    9. CAT 2026 Exam Dates
    CAT 2026 Photo & Signature Specifications: Size, Dimensions, Format, Upload Guidelines
    CAT 2026 Photo & Signature Specifications

    CAT 2026 Photo and Signature Size and Format

    As part of the CAT application form 2026, MBA aspirants are required to upload their coloured passport-size photograph and signature photo in the specified format for the CAT exam mentioned in the sections below.

    CAT Documents

    CAT Photo Dimensions

    CAT File Format

    Maximum Size

    Other Requirements

    Photograph

    30 mm × 45 mm

    JPG/JPEG

    80 KB

    Coloured passport-size photo

    Signature

    80 mm × 35 mm

    JPG/JPEG

    80 KB

    Black/blue pen on white paper

    CAT 2026 Photograph Specifications

    • Candidates are required to upload a coloured passport-size photograph with a width of 30mm and height of 45mm.

    • The passport-size photograph must be uploaded in JPG/JPEG format with a maximum size of 80KB.

    CAT 2026 Signature Specifications

    • Students must upload a signature with a black/blue pen in 80mm of width and 35mm in height.

    • Candidates must upload an image of their signature made with a black or blue pen on white paper.

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    How to Resize CAT 2026 Photo and Signature

    Students who are not able to upload their photo and signature in the CAT 2026 application form due to a resizing issue are advised to follow the instructions mentioned below to correct the image and re-upload in the CAT 2026 registration form.

    • Bring Image below 80KB: Candidates are required to upload CAT photo and signature below 80KB. This can be done on multiple websites online by reducing the resolution of the image.

    • Uploading PNG: Students must note that you are only required to upload a photo in JPG or JPEG format and not in PNG format. Therefore, convert your PNG image into JPG or JPEG via a PNG to JPG or JPEG converter online.

    • Avoid Blurry Image: Candidates should upload a clear and legible image that meets the prescribed specifications to avoid rejection or issues during application submission.

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    Common Mistakes While Uploading CAT 2026 Photo and Signature

    There are multiple common mistakes that we often encounter as candidates while filling out the CAT 2026 application form. Typically, candidates face issues in uploading photos and signatures in most of the cases. Here is an ultimate guide to common mistakes faced by candidates while uploading the CAT 2026 photo and signature.

    • Students must not upload a CAT 2026 photo above the prescribed size of 80KB; if the photo is larger in size, then resize it online.

    • There are dimensions laid out in the CAT 2026 notification for the CAT 2026 photo and signature. Candidates are advised not to upload a passport photo in signature dimensions and vice versa.

    • Avoid uploading a blurry image, old photo, or a cropped image of the signature. This will directly reject your CAT 2026 application form.

    • IIM Indore, CAT 2026 conducting IIM has prescribed a file format for uploading the CAT 2026 photo and signature. Therefore, candidates are advised to upload in JPG or JPEG format instead of PDF or PNG.

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    What if CAT 2026 photo/signature is rejected?

    If your CAT 2026 photo or signature is rejected, then candidates are advised to re-upload the image in the specified size, dimensions, and resolution. Make sure to upload your current image, which is not blurry and cropped to hide either you or your signature in the image. Even after doing this, if your CAT 2026 photo and signature are rejected, then contact the CAT helpdesk for swift resolution.

    Documents Required for CAT 2026 Registration

    Candidates who are applying for the CAT 2026 exam are required to upload the documents while filling out the CAT 2026 application form. Check the required CAT 2026 documents as per the CAT 2026 notification in the points mentioned below.

    • Email Address

    • Mobile Number

    • Passport Size Photograph

    • Signature

    • Personal Details

    • Academic Details

    • Work Experience Certificate (if any)

    • Payment Details

    How to Fill CAT 2026 Application Form?

    Students must also know how to fill out the CAT 2026 application form before uploading a passport-size photograph and signature. Check the step-by-step instructions for filling out the CAT 2026 registration form for the CAT 2026 exam in the following points.

    Step 1: Candidates are required to visit the IIM CAT official website at iimcat.ac.in.

    Step 2: Register with your working phone number and email address before starting to fill out the CAT 2026 application form.

    Step 3: Log in with the registered email address and navigate to the CAT 2026 registration form in the CAT 2026 candidates login.

    Step 4: Proceed with filling out the CAT 2026 application form with relevant information and required documents, and save the details.

    Step 5: As a next step, pay the CAT 2026 application fee via debit card, credit card, UPI, or netbanking.

    Step 6: After payment, check the details in the CAT 2026 registration form and submit the CAT application form 2026.

    CAT 2026 Exam Dates

    The CAT 2026 registration form will start from August 03, 2026, while the last date to register for the CAT 2026 exam will be September 15, 2026. Moreover, the CAT 2026 registration form last date will likely be extended later and will be informed by the concerned CAT-conducting IIM. Candidates can check the CAT 2026 exam dates in the table below for reference.

    CAT 2026 Important Events

    CAT 2026 Important Dates

    CAT 2026 Notification Date

    July 25, 2026

    CAT 2026 Registration Date

    August 03, 2026

    CAT Registration Last Date 2026

    September 15, 2026

    CAT 2026 Admit Card

    November 04, 2026

    CAT 2026 Exam Date

    November 29, 2026

    CAT Result 2026

    First week of January 2027

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What is the photo size for CAT 2026?
    A:

    Candidates must upload the CAT 2026 photo under the size of 80KB, and the dimensions must be 30 mm × 45 mm. 

    Q: Which format is required for the CAT 2026 photo and signature?
    A:

    The CAT 2026 photo and signature format is JPG or JPEG; that is, candidates must upload the photo and signature in JPG or JPEG format only. 

    Q: What is the photo specification for the CAT exam?
    A:

    Candidates will be required to upload a coloured passport-size photograph and signature in a JPG/JPEG format within a size of 80KB. 

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