The MICAT 2026 (MICA Admission Test) has been concluded with the final PGDM-C result declared on April 14, 2026, at mica.ac.in. MICA Ahmedabad conducted MICAT 2026 in three phases — Phase I on December 6, 2025, Phase II on February 13, 2026, and a newly introduced Phase III on March 5, 2026. The GE-PIWAT rounds (Group Exercise, Personal Interview, Written Ability Test) were held from March 10 to March 28, 2026, completing the entire admission cycle for the 2026–2028 batch.
- Final MICA PGP result declared April 14, 2026; students can verify admission status at mica.ac.in using their login credentials.
- MICAT 2026 Phase I (December 6, 2025) was followed by Phase II (February 13, 2026) and a new Phase III (March 5, 2026) — the first time MICA introduced a three-phase test cycle.
- Shortlisting for GE-PIWAT was announced after Phase II and III results; GE-PI rounds ran from March 10 to March 28, 2026 on MICA’s Ahmedabad campus.
- Final merit composite: MICAT score carries 50% weight; CAT/XAT/GMAT score 20%; GE-PI performance 30%.
- MICAT 2027 cycle is expected to open soon — Phase I registration typically begins in September–October; Phase I exam expected December 2026.
For all the latest updates on the next cycle, regularly visit the official website mica.ac.in for official information on registration dates and the 2027 schedule.
Key Summary
In this Article, we have discussed about MICAT 2026 Exam Dates, the complete Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III schedule, and the year-wise date trend analysis for MICAT from 2021 to 2026.
- MICAT 2026 is fully concluded; the final MICA PGP 2026–2028 result was declared on April 14, 2026 at 4 PM on mica.ac.in.
- Phase I registration ran September 30 – November 20, 2025; Phase I exam was held on December 6, 2025 (Saturday); scorecard released December 24, 2025.
- Phase II registration ran November 29, 2025 – January 30, 2026; admit card released February 10, 2026; Phase II exam on February 13, 2026.
- MICAT 2026 introduced Phase III (March 5, 2026) — an additional test window not available in prior cycles; GE-PIWAT ran March 10–28, 2026.
- MICAT 2027 Phase I registration is expected around September–October 2026; Phase I exam expected in December 2026 based on a consistent 6-year pattern.
MICAT 2026 Exam Dates: From Registration to Result
MICA Ahmedabad closed the MICAT 2026 admission cycle when it declared the final PGDM-C merit list on April 14, 2026. The 2026 cycle covered three phases of the written test — an expansion from the traditional two-phase format — followed by GE-PIWAT rounds on campus. The Important Dates table below lists every confirmed event in the MICAT 2026 timeline, from Phase I registration (September 30, 2025) through the final result (April 14, 2026), all of which have now concluded.
Note: All dates below are actuals from the completed MICAT 2026 cycle. Students preparing for MICAT 2027 should monitor mica.ac.in from September 2026 onwards for Phase I registration, which is expected to open that month based on a consistent pattern.
With the 2026 cycle complete, the MICAT 2027 cycle is next. Phase I registration is expected to open in September–October 2026, the Phase I exam is expected in December 2026, and Phase II in February 2027 — mirroring the pattern of the past six cycles.
Check MICAT Exam Dates 2026
| Event | Updated Date / Timeline | Data Insight |
| MICAT I Registration Opens | September 30, 2025 (Over) | MICA released the Phase I application form on the official portal; students with a valid CAT/XAT/GMAT registration number were eligible to apply. |
| MICAT I Registration Deadline | November 20, 2025 (Over) | Phase I window ran approximately 7 weeks; students who missed this deadline could still register for Phase II from November 29, 2025. |
| MICAT II Registration Opens | November 29, 2025 (Over) | Phase II registration opened before Phase I results were out, allowing students to plan ahead without waiting for Phase I scores. |
| MICAT I Admit Card Released | December 3, 2025 (Over) | Hall ticket released three days before Phase I; downloadable from mica.ac.in using registered login credentials. |
| MICAT I Exam Date | December 6, 2025 (Saturday) (Over) | Phase I conducted as an online CBT of 2 hours 45 minutes; consistent with early-December Saturday pattern observed since 2020. |
| MICAT I Result / Scorecard | December 24, 2025 (Over) | Scorecard declared 18 days after Phase I; students could review Phase I performance before the Phase II registration deadline. |
| MICAT II Registration Deadline | January 30, 2026 (Over) | Phase II window spanned approximately 9 weeks (November 29, 2025 – January 30, 2026). |
| MICAT Phase III Registration Opens | February 5, 2026 (Over) | First time MICA introduced a Phase III; registration window opened just before Phase II admit cards were issued. |
| MICAT II Admit Card Released | February 10, 2026 (Over) | Hall ticket released three days before Phase II, maintaining the same lead time as Phase I admit card. |
| MICAT II Exam Date | February 13, 2026 (Over) | Phase II conducted in same CBT format as Phase I; for students who appeared in both phases, the better MICAT score was considered. |
| MICAT II Scorecard Released | February 28, 2026 (Over) | Result released 15 days after Phase II; GE-PIWAT shortlist announced alongside the scorecard. |
| MICAT Phase III Exam Date | March 5, 2026 (Over) | New for 2026 cycle; Phase III gave students who missed Phases I and II a final opportunity before GE-PIWAT selection. |
| GE-PIWAT (Group Exercise, PI, WAT) | March 10–28, 2026 (Over) | Shortlisted students appeared for Group Exercise, Personal Interview, and Written Ability Test at MICA’s Ahmedabad campus. |
| MICAT 2026 Final Result | April 14, 2026 (Over) | Final PGP merit list declared at 4 PM; composite = 50% MICAT + 20% CAT/XAT/GMAT + 30% GE-PI. Concluded the 2026–2028 batch admission cycle. |
Why Does MICAT Phase I Almost Always Fall in the First or Second Saturday of December?
MICA schedules Phase I consistently in early December for a practical reason: it creates the maximum usable gap between the CAT exam (held in late November) and MICAT registration. Students who sit CAT can use their provisional scores to determine eligibility and register for MICAT Phase I before the deadline. Holding Phase I on a Saturday also maximises test-centre attendance, since most students are not bound by college timetables on weekends. The six-year data below shows MICAT I has not deviated from this Saturday-in-early-December pattern since 2020.
MICAT Phase I Exam Date: Six-Year Pattern (2021–2026)
| Cycle Year | Phase I Exam Date | Month | Day of Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | December 6, 2025 | December | Saturday |
| 2025 | December 7, 2024 | December | Saturday |
| 2024 | December 9, 2023 | December | Saturday |
| 2023 | December 3, 2022 | December | Saturday |
| 2022 | December 4, 2021 | December | Saturday |
| 2021 | December 5, 2020 | December | Saturday |
The Phase I date has shifted by no more than six calendar days across six years, and has been a Saturday every single time. Students planning for MICAT 2027 can safely target the first or second Saturday of December 2026 as the expected Phase I date.
Ques. When was the MICAT 2026 Phase I exam held?
Ans. MICAT 2026 Phase I was held on December 6, 2025 (Saturday). It was an online computer-based test (CBT) of 2 hours 45 minutes. The Phase I admit card was released on December 3, 2025, and the result/scorecard was declared on December 24, 2025.
Ques. When was the MICAT 2026 final result declared?
Ans. The MICAT 2026 final MICA PGP result was declared on April 14, 2026 at 4 PM on mica.ac.in. The final merit was computed as: MICAT score (50%) + CAT/XAT/GMAT score (20%) + GE-PI performance (30%).
What are the MICAT 2026 Exam Dates?
The MICAT 2026 cycle ran from September 2025 to April 2026, covering three phases of the written test and the final GE-PIWAT selection rounds. Each sub-section below explains one stage of the cycle — what happened, when it happened, and what students were required to do at each step.
MICAT 2026 Phase I Registration: September–November 2025 (Concluded)
MICA Ahmedabad opened Phase I registration on September 30, 2025. The window closed on November 20, 2025 — a period of just over seven weeks. Students needed a valid CAT 2025, XAT 2026, or GMAT score to be eligible; the MICAT application alone was not sufficient for final shortlisting without one of these scores. Registration was completed entirely online at mica.ac.in.
- Registration Opens: September 30, 2025
- Registration Closes: November 20, 2025
- Action Required: Register at mica.ac.in, pay application fee, upload documents, and submit a valid CAT/XAT/GMAT registration number.
Note: The MICAT 2026 Phase I registration window is now closed. Students targeting MICAT 2027 should watch mica.ac.in from September 2026 for the Phase I registration opening.
MICAT 2026 Phase I Admit Card: December 2025 (Concluded)
MICA released the Phase I admit card on December 3, 2025 — three days before the exam. Students were required to download the hall ticket from mica.ac.in using their registered login credentials and carry a printed copy to the test centre along with a valid photo ID. The admit card specified the allotted test centre, exam slot, and reporting time.
- Admit Card Released: December 3, 2025
- Action Required: Download from mica.ac.in; carry printed copy + original photo ID to exam centre.
Note: Report to the exam centre at least 30 minutes before the scheduled slot. Late entry is not permitted under any circumstances — even if you hold a valid admit card.
MICAT 2026 Phase I Exam Date: December 2025 (Concluded)
MICAT 2026 Phase I was conducted on December 6, 2025 (Saturday) as an online computer-based test. The exam duration was 2 hours 45 minutes. The test comprised five sections: an unscored Psychometric Test, Divergent and Convergent Thinking (DCT), Verbal Ability (VA), General Awareness (GA), and a Descriptive Test (DT). MCQ sections carried one-quarter negative marking; the Descriptive Test carried no negative marking. The Phase I scorecard was released on December 24, 2025.
- Exam Date: December 6, 2025 (Saturday)
- Mode: Online CBT
- Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes (165 minutes)
- Scorecard Released: December 24, 2025
Ques. Can a student appear in both MICAT 2026 Phase I and Phase II?
Ans. Yes. Students who appeared in both Phase I and Phase II of MICAT 2026 had the better of their two scores considered for shortlisting. Appearing in both phases was completely permitted and many students chose to attempt Phase II to improve their score even after receiving a Phase I scorecard.
MICAT 2026 Phase II Registration: November 2025–January 2026 (Concluded)
MICA opened Phase II registration on November 29, 2025 — before Phase I results were declared. This allowed students to plan ahead without having to wait for Phase I scores. The Phase II registration window closed on January 30, 2026. Students who had already registered for Phase I needed to register separately for Phase II; the two registrations were independent.
- Registration Opens: November 29, 2025
- Registration Deadline: January 30, 2026
- Action Required: Submit a separate Phase II application at mica.ac.in and pay the applicable fee.
MICAT 2026 Phase II Admit Card: February 2026 (Concluded)
The Phase II admit card was released on February 10, 2026 — three days before the Phase II exam, consistent with the Phase I lead time. Students registered for Phase II were required to download the hall ticket from mica.ac.in and carry it to the test centre with a valid government-issued photo ID.
- Admit Card Released: February 10, 2026
- Action Required: Download from mica.ac.in; carry printed copy + original photo ID to exam centre.
MICAT 2026 Phase II Exam Date: February 2026 (Concluded)
MICAT 2026 Phase II was conducted on February 13, 2026. The test followed the same format and duration as Phase I. The Phase II scorecard was released on February 28, 2026, along with the shortlist of students called for the GE-PIWAT rounds. Students who appeared in both Phase I and Phase II had the higher of their two MICAT scores carried forward for merit computation.
- Exam Date: February 13, 2026
- Scorecard Released: February 28, 2026
- GE-PIWAT Shortlist: Announced with Phase II scorecard
MICAT 2026 Phase III Exam: March 2026 (Concluded)
For the first time in MICAT history, MICA introduced a Phase III in the 2026 cycle. Phase III registration opened on February 5, 2026, and the exam was conducted on March 5, 2026. Phase III offered students who missed both Phase I and Phase II a final opportunity to take the written test before GE-PIWAT shortlisting was completed. The Phase III score was assessed on the same basis as Phase I and II scores.
- Phase III Registration Opens: February 5, 2026
- Phase III Exam Date: March 5, 2026
- Format: Same online CBT format as Phases I and II
Ques. Was MICAT 2026 Phase III open to students who had already appeared in Phase I or II?
Ans. Based on available information, Phase III was primarily intended for students who had not appeared in either Phase I or Phase II. Students who had already appeared in one or both earlier phases should check their official MICAT 2026 registration confirmation for eligibility specifics, as MICA’s official guidelines are the definitive source on cross-phase attempt rules.
MICAT 2026 GE-PIWAT and Final Result: March–April 2026 (Concluded)
Students shortlisted on the basis of their best MICAT score (across Phases I, II, and III) and their CAT/XAT/GMAT scores were called for the GE-PIWAT rounds at MICA’s Ahmedabad campus. The Group Exercise, Personal Interview, and Written Ability Test rounds ran from March 10 to March 28, 2026. The final PGP merit list — computed as a weighted composite of MICAT (50%), CAT/XAT/GMAT (20%), and GE-PI (30%) — was declared on April 14, 2026 at 4 PM on mica.ac.in.
- GE-PIWAT Dates: March 10–28, 2026 (at MICA Ahmedabad campus)
- Final Result Declared: April 14, 2026 (4 PM, mica.ac.in)
- Merit Formula: 50% MICAT + 20% CAT/XAT/GMAT + 30% GE-PI
Ques. What is the MICA GE-PIWAT and how is it evaluated?
Ans. The MICA GE-PIWAT (Group Exercise, Personal Interview, Written Ability Test) is the final selection round conducted on campus after written test shortlisting. It contributes 30% of the final merit score. The Group Exercise assesses collaborative problem-solving, the Personal Interview tests communication and domain awareness, and the Written Ability Test evaluates written expression under time pressure. Together, these three components are weighted equally within the 30% GE-PI block.
Year-wise MICAT Exam Dates and Trends
The table below compiles Phase I and Phase II exam dates for MICAT across the last six cycles (2021–2026). Phase I has been held on the first or second Saturday of December every year without exception since 2020. Phase II moved from late January (2021–2025) to mid-February in 2026 — a shift that likely accommodated the new Phase III window introduced that year.
| Cycle Year | Phase I Exam Date | Phase I Month | Phase II Exam Date | Phase II Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | December 6, 2025 | December | February 13, 2026 | February |
| 2025 | December 7, 2024 | December | January 25, 2025 | January |
| 2024 | December 9, 2023 | December | ~January 2024 | January |
| 2023 | December 3, 2022 | December | January 28, 2023 | January |
| 2022 | December 4, 2021 | December | January 29, 2022 | January |
| 2021 | December 5, 2020 | December | January 30, 2021 | January |
Three takeaways from the trend data: (1) Phase I has shown a six-day maximum variation across six years, always landing on a Saturday in the first or second week of December. (2) Phase II has historically been held in late January, with MICAT 2026 shifting it to mid-February — likely to accommodate the new Phase III window. (3) Students targeting MICAT 2027 can expect Phase I in early December 2026 and Phase II in late January or February 2027, with a possible continuation of the three-phase format introduced in 2026.
Ques. Has the MICAT exam date ever been postponed?
Ans. MICAT has not seen a major postponement under normal conditions. However, in 2020, MICAT II was impacted by COVID-19 restrictions, and MICA adjusted the schedule accordingly. Outside of pandemic-era disruptions, the exam has followed a consistent December (Phase I) and January–February (Phase II) calendar since at least 2019. Any future revision to the schedule would be announced at mica.ac.in.
MICAT 2026 Phase III: What It Means for Future Cycles
The introduction of Phase III in MICAT 2026 was a significant structural change. Prior to 2026, students who missed both Phase I (December) and Phase II (January) had no further opportunity to sit the MICAT written test. Phase III, held in March, closed that gap. Below is a summary of what changed and what it signals for upcoming cycles.
- Extended Access: Phase III allowed students who missed earlier phases — due to scheduling conflicts, last-minute eligibility confirmation, or other reasons — one final opportunity to sit the test.
- Registration Opens Ahead of Phase II Results: Phase III registration opened February 5, before Phase II results (February 28), ensuring students could register without waiting for Phase II outcomes.
- No Change to Merit Formula: Phase III scores were evaluated identically to Phase I and II; the 50% MICAT + 20% CAT/XAT/GMAT + 30% GE-PI composite remained unchanged.
- 2027 Implication: If MICA retains the three-phase format for MICAT 2027, students should expect Phase III registration to open around February 2027 and the Phase III exam around March 2027.
- Strategic Planning: With Phase III available, students appearing in CAT (November) but awaiting results no longer need to rush into Phase I registration — Phase II and potentially Phase III provide fallback windows.
Ques. Will MICAT 2027 also have a Phase III?
Ans. MICA has not yet made an official announcement about the MICAT 2027 structure. The three-phase format was introduced for the first time in MICAT 2026. Whether it continues for 2027 will be confirmed when MICA releases the official MICAT 2027 notification — expected around September–October 2026 on mica.ac.in. Students should monitor the official website for confirmed details rather than assuming the same structure.
Countdown to MICAT 2027: Expected Key Dates
The MICAT 2026 cycle concluded in April 2026. With the 2027 cycle on the horizon, the table below projects expected milestones based on six years of date patterns. These dates are estimates only; MICA’s official notification on mica.ac.in is the authoritative source.
| Event (MICAT 2027) | Expected Month / Date | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Phase I Registration Opens | September–October 2026 | Matches MICAT 2026 Phase I opening (September 30, 2025) |
| Phase I Registration Deadline | November 2026 | Typically closes ~6–7 weeks before Phase I exam |
| Phase II Registration Opens | Late November 2026 | Opened before Phase I results in both 2025 and 2026 cycles |
| Phase I Admit Card | ~3 days before Phase I exam | Consistent 3-day lead in all prior cycles |
| Phase I Exam Date | First–Second Saturday of December 2026 | Saturday, early December pattern — unbroken since 2020 |
| Phase I Result / Scorecard | ~18–21 days after Phase I exam | Scorecard released 18 days after exam in MICAT 2026 |
| Phase II Registration Deadline | Late January 2027 | Deadline was January 30, 2026 in the 2026 cycle |
| Phase II Exam Date | Late January – Mid-February 2027 | Ranged from January 25 (2025) to February 13 (2026) |
| GE-PIWAT Rounds | March 2027 | Held March 10–28, 2026; consistently runs through March |
| Final Result | April 2027 | Final result declared April 14, 2026 in the 2026 cycle |
Source: mica.ac.in (official MICAT notifications 2021–2026)
FAQs
Ques. When was the MICAT 2026 exam conducted?
Ans. MICAT 2026 was conducted in three phases:
- Phase I: December 6, 2025 (Saturday)
- Phase II: February 13, 2026
- Phase III (new for 2026): March 5, 2026
All three phases were online computer-based tests of 2 hours 45 minutes each, conducted by MICA Ahmedabad.
Ques. When did the MICAT 2026 registration open?
Ans. MICAT 2026 Phase I registration opened on September 30, 2025 and closed November 20, 2025. Phase II registration opened November 29, 2025 and closed January 30, 2026. Phase III registration opened February 5, 2026. All registrations were conducted at mica.ac.in.
Ques. When was the MICAT 2026 admit card released?
Ans. MICA released MICAT 2026 admit cards three days before each exam phase:
- Phase I Admit Card: December 3, 2025
- Phase II Admit Card: February 10, 2026
Hall tickets were downloadable from mica.ac.in using registered login credentials and had to be carried to the test centre along with a valid photo ID.
Ques. What time did the MICAT 2026 exam start?
Ans. MICA does not publish a single universal start time since the online CBT may have staggered slots across test centres. Students were instructed to report to the test centre at least 30 minutes before their individually allotted slot time, which was printed on the admit card. The exam duration was uniformly 2 hours 45 minutes (165 minutes) for all phases.
Ques. When was the MICAT 2026 answer key released?
Ans. MICA does not release a public answer key for MICAT. Instead, MICA directly publishes scorecards: the Phase I scorecard was released on December 24, 2025, and the Phase II scorecard on February 28, 2026. The Descriptive Test component is evaluated internally and not disclosed through a public answer key.
Ques. When was the MICAT 2026 result declared?
Ans. MICAT 2026 results were declared in stages:
- Phase I Scorecard: December 24, 2025
- Phase II Scorecard: February 28, 2026 (with GE-PIWAT shortlist)
- Final MICA PGP Result: April 14, 2026 at 4 PM on mica.ac.in
Ques. When did MICAT 2026 counselling begin?
Ans. MICA Ahmedabad does not follow a centralized counselling model. The GE-PIWAT rounds (Group Exercise, Personal Interview, Written Ability Test) held from March 10–28, 2026 on MICA’s campus served as the final selection stage. Students who cleared GE-PIWAT and made the final merit list (declared April 14, 2026) were offered direct admission to the PGDM-C programme. There is no centralized seat-allotment process.
Ques. How many days before the exam is the MICAT admit card released?
Ans. Based on the MICAT 2026 schedule, admit cards were released exactly three days before each phase (Phase I: admit card December 3, exam December 6; Phase II: admit card February 10, exam February 13). This three-day window has been consistent across recent cycles. Students should download and verify their admit card immediately upon release.
Ques. Where can I check the official MICAT exam dates?
Ans. All official MICAT exam dates — past and upcoming — are published at mica.ac.in. This is the only authoritative source for registration dates, admit card release, exam schedule, scorecard publication, and final result. Third-party summaries exist but MICA’s official portal is the definitive reference.
Ques. Are the MICAT 2027 dates confirmed or tentative?
Ans. As of September 2026, MICA has not yet released the official MICAT 2027 notification or confirmed exam dates. All MICAT 2027 dates referenced on this page are expected projections based on the pattern of prior cycles. Confirmed dates will be available at mica.ac.in when MICA releases the official 2027 notification, typically expected in September–October.
Ques. What happens if I miss the MICAT registration deadline?
Ans. MICA does not accept late registrations after the published deadline for each phase. However, missing Phase I registration is not the end of the road — Phase II registration (and Phase III, if MICA continues the three-phase format for 2027) provides additional windows. If all registration windows for a cycle close, students must wait for the next cycle’s registration, typically opening in September of the following year.
Ques. Is a CAT score mandatory to apply for MICAT?
Ans. A valid score from CAT, XAT, or GMAT is required for eligibility. Students must have appeared in at least one of these exams in the relevant cycle to complete the MICAT application and be considered for final merit computation. The CAT/XAT/GMAT score contributes 20% to the final composite merit, making it both an eligibility gateway and a merit component. Students who have not yet appeared in any of these exams cannot complete their MICAT application.
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