Correction: do not follow the old multiple-form advice
The previous version incorrectly described separate C-CAT applications and fees for each training centre. That account is withdrawn. The August 2026 booklet describes a central online C-CAT application followed by online course-centre preference filling for eligible candidates. It does not support the claim that each centre needs a separate entrance application.
We have not verified a general rule permitting duplicate C-CAT registrations for one candidate. If you already submitted a form, contact C-DAC support before creating another or paying again.
The verified admission workflow
- Check your programme-specific eligibility and required C-CAT category.
- Register and complete the central application through the official admission links.
- Pay the applicable category-based examination fee and retain the transaction details.
- Follow the admit card and test-centre instructions.
- If qualified for ranking, fill eligible course-centre choices during the notified online counselling window.
- Follow allocation, document verification, fee-payment and registration instructions.
Examination fee is category-based, not per centre
For the August 2026 admission cycle, the published examination fee inclusive of GST was INR 1,550 for Category II (A+B) and INR 1,750 for Category III (A+B+C). The examination fee was non-refundable. These are historical batch fees, not a quote for a future cycle or for course tuition.
Multiple preferences within counselling
Eligible candidates can give multiple training-centre preferences for eligible courses. Allocation depends on rank, the ordered preferences and seat availability. A course-centre combination not selected as a preference cannot be allocated under the described process. The August 2026 process has two counselling sessions and three allocation rounds; later batches require a fresh check.
Arrange choices in your genuine order of preference. Do not use unsupported “safe centre” ranks or assume you may reject a higher preference and automatically claim a lower one.
Before submitting or paying again
- Check whether you are correcting an application, choosing an exam city, or filling counselling preferences: these are different steps.
- Keep the same accurate identity and qualification details throughout the official process.
- For duplicate-payment or duplicate-registration questions, contact actssupport@cdac.in with your application reference; do not post private documents publicly.
Use the verified pattern and syllabus guide to check coverage and the mock-test page for timed practice. The free Quick Test is separate from paid full mocks. Study notes and chapter practice and previous year question papers are paid products with 90-day access. Free Learning questions are not official C-DAC papers.