The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC) will begin the registration process for the Computerised Common Admission Test (C-CAT) 2027 on November 25. Interested candidates will be able to apply for the January 2027 session through the official website, cdac.in. The last date to submit the application form is December 29, 2026.CDAC will conduct the C-CAT 2027 examination on January 9 and 10. The new batch of postgraduate certificate programmes will begin on February 24, 2027.The examination is conducted for admission to CDAC’s postgraduate certificate programmes. These are 24-week, full-time courses that include 900 hours of theory, laboratory sessions and project work, along with 300 hours of self-study.
Eligibility criteria
Candidates who hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering or technology in relevant subjects can apply for the examination. Eligible disciplines include:
- Information Technology (IT)
- Computer Science (CS)
- Electronics
- Telecommunications
- Electrical Engineering
- Instrumentation
Candidates must also have secured at least 55% aggregate marks in their qualifying degree. There is no age limit for admission to CDAC’s postgraduate certificate courses.
Application fee
Candidates will have to pay the application fee according to their selected course category.
- Category 2 or papers A + B: Rs 1,550
- Category 3 or papers A + B + C: Rs 1,750
The application fee can be paid online while filling out the application form.
How to apply
Candidates can follow these steps to complete the registration process:
- Visit the official website, cdac.in.
- Click on the
C-CAT 2027 registration link. - Enter the basic details to create login credentials.
- Fill in the personal and academic details.
- Upload the required documents and photograph.
- Pay the application fee through the online payment facility.
- Submit the application form and select the preferred examination date for the January 2027 session.
Candidates should check the details entered in the application form before submitting it.
Training and course details
The postgraduate certificate programmes offered by CDAC are designed to provide training in areas related to the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry.The courses include theory classes, laboratory sessions and project work. Students will also receive training in aptitude, effective communication and interview skills.Candidates are advised to visit the official website, cdac.in, for further details about the January 2027 admission session, registration and available courses.
