CAT Admit Card 2021 - Date, Direct Link, Steps how to Download

CAT Admit Card 2021: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) will release CAT 2021 admit card in online mode in the last week of October 2021. Candidates can download CAT admit card 2021 by using their CAT login ID till the day of CAT exam 2021. Those who have submitted the application form can download the CAT 2021 admit card. It is mandatory to carry the IIM CAT admit card 2021 along with the valid proof of identity at the examination center. CAT will be conducted in a computer-based mode in three shifts on the last Sunday of November 2021. Read the full article to know more about how to download the CAT admit card and what to do if there is any discrepancy with the CAT 2021 admit card?

CAT Admit Card 2021: Highlights

Once the candidates have downloaded the CAT exam admit card 2021, they have to verify all the information in the CAT hall ticket such as name, CAT registration number, exam day guidelines, venue of the test centre. If a candidate encounters any problems with the CAT 2021 admit card, contact IIM's help center immediately.

CAT Admit Card 2021 - Important Dates

Indian Institute of Management will announce the CAT 2021 exam date and CAT admit card available date in the important dates section. Candidates who are going to appear for CAT 2021 must have been aware of the start date to download CAT 2021 admit card as well as the exam timing.

This will help the candidates to know what time they have to report to the test center and at what time the CAT 2021 exam starts in each session. The complete schedule will be mentioned in the admit card of CAT 2021.

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Know how to download CAT admit card 2021

• Candidates must use one of the specified web browsers to download CAT admit card

  • Google Chrome (version 80.0.3987 to 89.0)

  • Internet Explorer (version 10.0.46 to 11.0.220)

  • Mozilla Firefox (version 68 to 84.0.1)

• Save the CAT 2021 exam admit card as a draft in the pen drive and email and make sure it is printed out before the exam.

• Before going to download the CAT 2021 admit card, candidates must have their CAT login ID and password with them.

Steps for CAT admit card download 2021

Candidates who do not know how to download the CAT admit card online should follow the steps given below:

Step 1: Go to the official website of IIM CAT - iimcat.ac.in.

Step 2: Then find and visit the “Registered Candidate Login” link.

Step 3: Next enter the CAT login credentials such as user ID and password.

Step 4: A pop-up will appear on the page stating that the CAT application form has been successfully submitted and then click on the "Close" tab.

Step 5: Next, it will carry the candidates to the dashboard page.

Step 6: The complete form and information related to candidate details of CAT 2021 will be displayed on the screen.

Step 7: In that, the candidates have to choose the CAT admit card 2021 link to download.

Step 8: A new page will open, which will reveal the test center address and shift time, and then click on the admit card where it was written.

Step 9: CAT 2021 admit card will be downloaded automatically on the system.

Step 10: Check all the details mentioned in the admit card of CAT 2021 and take its print.

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Details mentioned in IIM CAT Admit Card 2021

After successfully downloading the CAT exam admit card 2021, make sure all the essential details are available in it or not. The following information will be mentioned on the CAT 2021 admit card:

• Name of the candidate

• Application number

• Date of birth

• Category of the candidate

• PwD status

• Date and day of the test

• Test times and session

• Reporting/ Entry time at centre

• Gate closing time of centre

• Test city

• Test centre

• Space provided to affix the candidates photograph and signature.

• CAT admit card instructions for candidates to be followed on the day of CAT exam 2021.

NOTE: Candidates should sign in the CAT 2021 admit card in the presence of invigilator.

Problems faced while downloading CAT admit card 2021

If the candidates face any problem while downloading the admit card for CAT 2021 for the following reasons, they should wait patiently and try to resolve the issue quickly.

Forgot CAT User ID or Password

Case 1: If the candidate forgets his/her CAT 2021 user ID and password, in such case they should check the email or SMS they received after completing the CAT registration process.

Case 2: If the candidate loses the email or SMS they received after successfully completing the CAT 2021 application form, they can retrieve the user ID and password by following the steps given below:

• First click on the user ID and password tab in the CAT login window.

• Now specify the registered email address in the space provided.

• Next, click the "Get User ID/ Password" tab.

• The IIM candidate who runs the CAT will send the user ID and password to the registered email address of the candidate.

• Sign in again using the new user ID or password and keep it safe for future reference.

Slow Internet Connection

Candidates may find it difficult to download the CAT admit card if the internet connection is slow. Candidates should check the speed of the internet connection before starting to download the CAT 2021 admit card. The good speed of the internet will help the candidates to easily download the CAT hall ticket.

Browser Related Problem

Candidates must use Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome browsers to download the CAT 2021 admit card. If the candidate encounters a problem while downloading CAT 2021 admit card while using such browsers, in such a case, they should clear the history and cache and refresh the page. Downloading the CAT hall ticket will be easier after clearing the history and cache.

Discrepancy in the Admit Card of CAT 2021

Once the CAT Admit Card 2021 download is complete, candidates should check all the information mentioned in it. If there are any errors in the CAT admit card, candidates should correct them as soon as possible. Candidates may encounter some errors after downloading the admit card of Common Admission Test 2021 and should correct them are:

• Candidates' names must be spelled correctly.

• There should be no difference between the registration number of CAT 2021 and the registered user ID.

• There should be no difference in the date of birth mentioned in the CAT application form and official documents.

• The category and PwD status must be specified correctly.

• The CAT test center should be from one of the four options mentioned by the candidate in the application form.

• Candidate's photo and signature must be eligible.

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How to rectify the discrepancy in CAT 2021 Admit Card?

If candidates find any errors mentioned in the hall ticket of CAT 2021, they should contact the authority conducting the examination in such case.

The CAT helpline number

The Indian Institute of Management will provide the CAT Helpline number where candidates can call and resolve their issue in case of any problem related to the admit card. Candidates can also write to the following email address.

• CAT Helpline desk number: 1800-2090-830 (Toll-Free)

• Email Address: cathelpdesk@iimcat.ac.in

What to carry on the day of CAT 2021 along with the CAT admit card?

Candidates are required to carry one of the following documents as a valid photo ID along with their hall ticket for CAT 2021.

• Aadhaar card

• Voter ID

• PAN card

• College/ University ID

• Passport

• Driving license

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CAT Admit Card 2021 - Exam Centres

The exact address of the CAT 2021 examination center is mentioned on the hall ticket of the Common Admission Test. According to last year’s trends, there were 159 cities where CAT exam centers were placed, and candidates could choose at least 6 cities on the basis of preference. Following the COVID-19 outbreak, candidates should select a test center nearest to their home and make sure there is no problem while travelling.

CAT 2021 Exam Day Instructions - Do’s and Don’ts

On the day of the CAT exam, candidates should have ensured that they follow the instructions mentioned in the CAT 2021 exam admit card. There were some do's and don'ts that candidates should keep in mind to avoid any disruption on CAT 2021 exam day.

Don’ts on CAT 2021 exam day

Candidates who will appear in CAT 2021 should not do some of the things discussed below.

• Do not appear for the exam twice, otherwise your candidacy for the CAT 2021 exam will be canceled.

• Do not cheat during the exam.

• Please check the reporting time as latecomers will not be allowed at the CAT 2021 exam center.

• Do not engage in any malpractice such as fraud.

• Do not argue with any staff or candidate

• Do not use the keyboard at any time as it will lock your computer.

What should not carry to the CAT exam centre 2021

Candidates are advised not to carry any of the following electronic gadgets and not to wear any jewellery.

• Electronic gadgets

• Mobile phone

• Jackets

• Stationery items

• Goggles

• Wallets

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Exam Day Guidelines to be followed on the CAT exam day

Candidates must have reached the test center of CAT 2020 at least one hour before the start of the session. Candidates should follow several guidelines on the day of the exam:

• Ensure to print two copies of CAT admit card colour or black and white on an A4 size paper.

• The CAT Admit Card 2021 is valid only if the candidate's photo and signature are clearly printed.

• Candidates are required to show the admit card during the CAT entrance examination.

• Authority will take photographs and IRIS of the candidate at the entry of the CAT test centre.

• Before handing over for verification at the testing center, be sure to attach the photo, as required, to the place where the CAT Exam Admit Card 2020 was issued. Attach the same photo that was uploaded during the application process.

• All candidates should carry two simple pens and test related documents. No other items are allowed.

• Candidates should bring their own mask, personal hand sanitizer (50 ml), gloves, and transparent water bottle.

• For rough work, all candidates will be given a writing pad, which they must return after completing the test.

• Candidates are advised to check the location of the examination center on the Google Map link embedded in the electronic version of the CAT Admit Card 2021.

• Friends or relatives will not be allowed to enter the CAT test center.

• Any request to change the examination center will not be accepted.

• Mandatory to provide your attendance with a signature when asked in the CAT 2020 exam lab.

• Return writing pad with all pages to the Invigilator after completing the exam.

• Candidates appearing for the examination are required to locate the floor and wing laboratory using the reference number given in the CAT Admit Card, where they are required to appear for the common admission test.

• Candidates with a metal implant, pacemaker, etc. in the body should bring the appropriate medical certificate to the test center.

• After the CAT exam, hand over the duly signed CAT admit card to the invigilator in the exam lab.

COVID-19 Guidelines for CAT 2021

The Common Admission Test 2021 will be conducted amidst COVID-19. According to last year's procedure, IIM will be clearly stated in the admit card of CAT 2021, the guidelines that candidates should follow at the test center to minimize the impact of the Coronavirus novel.

Self Declaration

All candidates are requested to download and fill the CAT Admit Card 2021 and bring the self-declaration form on the day of the examination. Candidates who reach the examination center without self-declaration form will not be allowed inside.

Social Distancing

At the test center and examination hall, candidates are advised to maintain social distance as they appear for the CAT 2021 exam. When getting the verification of CAT Hall Ticket 2021 at the entrance gate, candidates must stand in line and ensure that they follow the social distance guidelines. There will be enough space between the two seats at the CAT exam center.

Sanitisation

Sanitisers will be placed at appropriate intervals for candidates to clean their hands. Also, the seat area, including the computer, webcam, keyboard, and mouse, should be adequately cleaned before each shift begins.

Wearing of Mask

Candidates coming for the CAT 2021 exam must wear a mask. Any candidate who comes to the test center without wearing a mask will not be allowed to appear for the examination.

Thermal test of temperature

Upon entering the test center, the candidates' temperature will be taken using a thermal gun. If the temperature is high, the candidate will not be allowed to appear for the CAT 2021 examination. People with symptoms such as fever, cough, and runny nose should be seated in a secluded room/place with adequate safety measures.

Carrying of Hand Sanitiser and Water Bottle

Candidates are required to bring their own small transparent water bottle and 50 ml bottle of hand sanitizer to the CAT 2021 test center.

NOTE: All candidates will be monitored by CCTV surveillance.

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