MICAT 2026 - Exam Dates, Registration Last Date, Eligibility, Fees and Syllabus
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Information about the 2026 MICAT test has been released by the Mudra Institute of Communication Ahmedabad on its official website.
MICAT 1 exam date - 6-12-2025
MICAT 2 exam date - 13-2-2026
MICAT registration last date or MICAT form last date - 20-11-2025
Phase 1 MICAT registration is currently open. Candidates can complete the MICA registration process online before the MICA registration last date.
To apply candidates must have a bachelor degree and a valid score in 2025 CAT, 2026 XAT or 2024 onwards GMAT. The final admission to MICA college is based on a candidate performance in the above mention exam along with the MICAT exam, GE-PI, academics and other factors.
About MICA Institute
MICA Ahmedabad also known as the Mudra Institute of Communication is one of India’s top management schools offering programs in strategic marketing, communication, and media management.
The MICA full form represents Mudra Institute of Communication, Ahmedabad. Its flagship programs include PGDM and PGDMC for which candidates must clear the MICA Admission Test.
The 2025-26 MICA calendar includes both MICAT 1 and MICAT 2 exam date along with deadlines for MICA application and the MICA form last date.
What is the MICAT Exam?
The MICAT full form is MICA Admission Test which is the official MICA entrance exam conducted by MICA Institute every year. For admission to MICA's PGDM and PGDM-C programs candidates must pass the national MICA exam.
The three primary components of the MICAT exam comprise both objective and descriptive questions.
Psychometric Test
Descriptive Test
Aptitude Test
Twice a year the MICAT entrance tests are given. Candidates may take part in both and the candidate with the best score will be selected by MICA.
Features of 2026 MICAT
MICA Admission Test is compulsory for all MICA PGDMC and PGDM candidates
Conducted twice a year candidates can appear in MICAT 1 or MICAT 2 or both.
The best of two scores are taken into account by the MICA institute.
A valid CAT/XAT/GMAT score is compulsory to appear for the MICAT test.
The MICAT exam pattern includes Psychometric, Descriptive and Aptitude sections.
Highlights of 2026 MICAT Exam
MICAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for 2026 MICA exam must -
Have appeared or be appearing for 2025 CAT 2025 or 2026 XAT or 2024 onwards GMAT.
Have a bachelor degree that has been recognised by the AIU
Final year graduation students may also apply for the MICA entrance test.
2026 MICAT Registration Dates
MICAT Registration Process for 2026
The MICAT form is available online on mica.ac.in. The candidate has to enter personal, educational and reference information then select MICA test locations and MICAT fees to complete the form.
How to Fill 2026 MICAT Form
Complete one-time MICAT login and registration.
Enter personal and academic details.
Upload a photo and a signature.
Fill reference details.
Select the preferred MICA exam centre.
Pay MICAT exam fees online.
MICAT 2026 Application Fee
All candidates must pay the ₹2100 MICAT application fee.
The 2026 MICAT application process will remain open till 20 Nov 2025.
Payments can be made with credit cards, debit cards, UPI and online banking.
MICAT Syllabus For 2026
The syllabus of MICAT has three major sections that need different skills.
Section A - Psychometric Test checks personality and thinking style.
Section B - Descriptive Test measures writing and creativity.
Section C - Aptitude Test includes -
Verbal Ability
Quantitative Ability
General Awareness focus on marketing, advertising and media
Divergent and Convergent Thinking
Candidates can also refer to MICAT previous year papers or MICAT sample paper to understand the MICAT paper pattern.
2026 MICAT Admit Card
Candidates who have registered can access their admit card by MICAT login at mica.ac.in.Separate admit cards are released for MICAT 1 and MICAT 2. Carry a hard copy of the admit card on the MICA exam date.
MICA Admit Card Dates for 2026
MICAT 2026 Result and Scores
MICA issues MICAT scores for MICAT one and MICAT two separately. Candidates can view their scores on the MICAT login portal. Based on these scores MICA shortlists candidates for GE and PI.
MICAT 2026 Selection Process
Admission to MICA college involves three main stages -
Step 1 - Take the CAT, XAT or GMAT.
Step 2 - Take the MICAT exam either one or both.
Step 3 - Join GE and PI at MICA Ahmedabad or other centres if selected.
GE and PI Shortlisting Rules
The Psychometric Test acts as a qualifier.
CAT, XAT or GMAT performance is then considered.
Those who clear MICA entrance exam are invited for GE and PI rounds.
MICAT Final Selection Criteria For 2026
FAQs
In PGDM and PGDM Communication programs at MICA Ahmedabad students can be admitted through MICAT test.
Yes candidates can attempt both MICATs. The institute will consider the higher of the two scores.
MICAT is not more difficult but it differs as it lays more emphasis on creativity, communication and reasoning ability rather than mere quantitative ability.
Every candidate must pay ₹2100 for the MICAT exam.
Following the MICAT exam shortlisted applicants will be asked to group exercise and personal interview stages for ultimate admission.
