CAT Registration 2020: Application Process, Fees, Last Date

CAT 2020 Registration and Application Form (Commenced) - IIM Indore has started CAT registration 2020 on August 5 at official website iimcat.ac.in. CAT 2020 registration last date is September 16 (5 PM). CAT exam 2020 registration is completely online and the first step in CAT 2020 exam registration is to generate a login ID and password. IIM Indore has announced a slight increase in CAT online registration fees. General category candidates now have to pay CAT exam 2020 registration fees of Rs 2000 while reserved category candidates have to pay Rs 1000. The payment mode of CAT exam 2020 registration fees is online through debit/credit cards or net banking. CAT 2020 exam date is November 29 as per the CAT notification released by IIM Indore. CAT exam will be held in two sessions as per the exam notification. Correction of mistakes may be allowed after September 16 when IIM CAT registration closes. Read on to know all about the CAT 2020 exam registration process, steps to fill the form, documents required, eligibility criteria etc.
Latest: Click here for CAT exam registration direct link. CAT 2020 registration last date is September 16.

What is CAT?

Common Admission Test is a national level entrance test for admissions to the 20 IIMs, and IITs, SPJIMR, IMI, FMS, MDI, JBIMS as well as 500 plus Bschools in the country. Only candidates who meet the CAT eligibility criteria can apply for CAT online registration successfully. Candidates also have to choose six exam cities while filling the CAT form unlike 4 in the previous year. This is in line with the safety arrangements on account of COVID-19 pandemic.

CAT Registration 2020 - Overview

What are the major changes in CAT 2020 registration?

IIM Indore has announced some major changes in CAT exam 2020 registration. One major change is the increase in CAT registration fees. The second is the number of exam cities to choose during CAT online registration 2020.

• The cat exam 2020 registration fees has been increased to Rs 2000 for general category (an increase of Rs 100). For reserved categories the CAT 2020 registration fee is now Rs 1000 (an increase of Rs 50).
• Students now have to choose six exam cities as per their preference while filling their CAT registration forms.
• Now two interview cities should be chosen along with programmes and institutes for the admission process.

CAT 2020 Registration Dates

IIM Indore has announced the CAT exam date as November 29. CAT 2020 official website mentions the CAT registration date as well as the dates to download the admit card, release of CAT mock test to name a few. Common Admission Test dates are given below in the table to allow all aspirants to keep track of all important CAT exam events.

CAT Registration Dates 2020

Documents required for CAT 2020 registration?

Candidates need to keep the following details ready before they start CAT exam 2020 registration 2020:

• Email address

• Mobile number

Documents to upload with the CAT form

Guidelines to follow for CAT registration 2020

• Recommended browsers for CAT online registration are Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome.
• Prepare and keep all images and documents ready so that there is no delay or mistakes made while uploading.
• Keep all academic information and documents on hand to avoid entering wrong information or making mistakes during CAT online registration.
• Ensure that the photograph, signature and other required documents required for CAT 2020 registration are ready for uploading.
• Before final submission, get someone to proof read the details entered to avoid submitting errors in CAT form
• Decide which exam centres to choose and the order of preference as this matters. Tick centres that are convenient and easy to reach keeping the COVID situation in mind and the existing transport problems. Six cities have to be entered in the CAT exam form
• Read and know the participating institutes. This will be helpful to fill courses and institutes during CAT registration 2020
• Try to complete the registration and filling of application before CAT 2020 registration last date which is September 16.

Steps for CAT exam 2020 registration

1. Visit CAT official website - iimcat.ac.in
2. Register and generate login ID and password
3. Login to fill the application form, upload documents and pay the CAT exam 2020 registration fees

Mistakes to avoid during CAT 2020 registration

It is important for the candidates to remember the following points as they register for CAT 2020.

• It is mandatory to fill all the fields marked “*” during CAT exam registration

• Ensure that there are no spelling mistakes as some fields cannot be edited after registration.

• After filling each section in CAT 2020 registration form click on ‘Save & Continue'

• Use the mouse instead of “tab” button.

• Since CAT form can be filled in multiple sessions, it is important to save after every session to avoid losing the information already entered

• Any changes or correction in the CAT online registration can be done till the stage where CAT exam 2020 registration fees are paid. Thereafter editing cannot be done.

• No change in the category will be entertained after CAT registration; therefore pay close attention while registering for CAT 2020 and avoid mistakes.

• Use the recommended browsers to ensure successful CAT registration 2020.

• Before final submission of the CAT form, check all details twice. Make sure that the details in CAT exam 2020 registration match the academic documents.

Quick Read: CAT 2020 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Check Video on "CAT 2020 Registration - Step by step Guide"

How to fill CAT Application Form 2020

Click on “New Candidate Registration” tab on the official website link (iimcat.ac.in) . CAT online registration process will be initiated. Fill the following information -

Step 1 - CAT Registration

1. Name of the candidate - The name to be entered must be the same as mentioned in their Class X or SSC certificate. For any change in name due to marriage or any reason, then provide a valid document or court affidavit in support of the same.
2. Date of Birth - Use the given virtual calendar to enter the date of birth in CAT registration form.
3. Email Address - Provide a valid email address to receive all official CAT information.
4. Mobile Number - Provide a mobile number to allow IIM Indore to send all official CAT SMSes. The mobile number should be Indian and must have 10 digits. For a non -Indian mobile number, candidates must provide the area prefix with the number.
5. OTP Generation - After filling in the above details in the CAT form, click on “Generate OTP” tab. Enter the security code displayed on the screen in a new page and check the box which says 'I Agree.' Click on the "Submit: tab to authenticate the CAT 2020 registration form.
6. Login Details - After successful CAT registration, IIM Indore will send the CAT login credentials via email and SMS.

Step 2 - Login to fill CAT Application Form 2020

On completion of CAT registration 2020, re-login by clicking on "Registered Candidate Login" button. Now enter the user id and password that was generated at the time of CAT 2020 registration.

Step 3 - Fill CAT 2020 Form

There are six sections in the CAT application form which candidates have to fill

Section 1 - Personal Details: While date of birth of the candidate will be automated as per information entered during generation of login ID in CAT registration, the other details to be entered are Father’s, husband’s guardian’s and mother’s name, category and nationality. PwD candidates must indicate Wheelchair Support and Scribe Requirement

Upload Documents as specified: Candidates also have to upload the requisite photo and signature, documents (category, EWS, Final year, PWD etc) as applicable. Documents must be as per the given formats (download from links given above), self attested and in PDF format. Next candidates must mention their address.

Section 2 - Academic Details: Candidates have to fill the following academic details in their CAT online registration 2020 form. The details have to be entered from each level.

• Class X/SSC/Equivalent Exam Scores

• HSC/12th/Equivalent/Diploma Course Details

• Graduation degree details

• Post Graduation degree details

• Other professional course details

Section 3 - Work Experience

Candidate with work experience have to provide details for the same, month wise as on January 31, 2020 in the CAT 2020 registration form. Only full time work experience after graduation should be considered and entered in CAT form.

Note: Candidates must remember that Internship, Articleship, Pre-graduation, project, part-time work experience will not be counted as work experience for CAT registration. Enter ‘save and continue’

Section 4 - Programmes

The next step in CAT registration 2020 is to choose the IIMs and programmes as per preference. Two CAT interview cities must also be chosen Candidates who are applying for the PGP courses at some IIMs listed below have to choose two interview cities for all selections under the Common Admission Process

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Section 5 - Choose CAT Test Centre

While filling the CAT 2020 registration form, candidates will have to choose six cities from the given list of CAT 2020 exam centres. CAT 2020 will be conducted in 156 cities. Candidates will be allotted a test centre in one of the six preferred cities only after the CAT registration process closes on September 16.

Section 6 - Pay the CAT registration fee 2020

Once the candidates have filled the CAT 2020 registration form, its time to pay the fee. CAT registration fee is different for general and reserved categories. During CAT registration 2020, candidates will have to choose the preferred mode of payment as given in the table below. After choosing the payment gateway, they have to select the suitable payment gateway, enter the CAPTCHA given and tick the declaration check box.

CAT 2020 Registration Fees

Note: Candidates have to pay the online transaction charges as per mode of payment with CAT registration fees.

CAT 2020 Registration - Transaction Fees

Preview CAT registration 2020 form

Any preview of the filled-in CAT form is before payment of the CAT registration fees. Once the payment has been made no change will be allowed to be made in the CAT application form.

Additional Read: How to prepare for CAT 2020 without coaching

Confirmation email after successful CAT registration 2020

Once CAT 2020 registration fees have been paid, candidates will receive a confirmation mail. This is to be kept safe as it is proof of the payment made for CAT exam 2020 registration.

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Forgot CAT 2020 User ID

Click on "Forgot User ID/Password" button and enter the registered Email ID and Captcha string to receive the CAT User ID/Password on the registered Email ID.

Forgot CAT Password

Click on "Forgot User ID/Password" tab on the official CAT website and enter the registered Email ID and a Captcha string. The new password will be sent to the registered email address. It is to be noted regenerated passwords will not be sent as an SMS. In case of multiple passwords, candidates must use the password contained in the most recent SMS received by them from IIM Indore.

CAT application form 2020 correction

Indian Institute of Management, Indore will provide the correction window for CAT 2020 application form after the CAT exam 2020 registration 2020 ends on September 16. Errors in scanned images of photograph, signature or other documents can be rectified during this correction window. Candidates must login and rectify the images as required. Any other changes can be doen with the help of the CAT helpdesk at IIM Indore.

Details that cannot be corrected in CAT form 2020

Candidates cannot edit personal details (Date of birth, email address, mobile number etc.) entered during registration once they confirm the submission. If they have made a mistake in these details, they must register again with a new email ID. The details entered in the latest CAT 2020 registration will be considered in such a case. CAT admit card will be issued for the same. It is to be noted that candidates will not receive a refund or admit card for any earlier CAT registration 2020. Failure to re-register in such circumstances may lead to nullification of the candidature.

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Download CAT admit card 2020

Candidates will be able to download the CAT 2020 admit card from October 28. In order to download the admit card of CAT 2020 candidates will have to mention the necessary login details which they had received during CAT registration 2020. The CAT hall ticket is an important document which the candidates must carry to the test centre along with a valid identity proof. Some of the important details which the CAT admit card 2020 contains is the name, roll number of the candidate, exam day guidelines, scanned image of the candidate and exact address of the CAT test centre.

Also Check: How do I prepare for CAT 2020?

CAT Registration 2020 - Doubts on Category, Certificates to upload

Q. Under which categories can a student apply for CAT?

Candidates can opt for anyone of the following categories

• General
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
• Scheduled Caste (SC)
• Non-creamy Other Backward Class (NC-OBC)
• Scheduled Tribe (ST)

Note: No changes in the category will be entertained after the closure of the CAT 2020 registration window.

Q. I belong to the SC/ST category. Which documents must I submit?

Your caste/tribe must be listed in the Government of India schedule. Refer to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment website www.socialjustice.nic.in/Home and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs website www.tribal.nic.in

Format to follow: The caste certificate should be in the Government approved format. The certificate format is also available on the CAT official website. The certificate should clearly state the following:

• Whether you belong to Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe.
• District and the State or Union Territory of residence.
• The appropriate Government of India schedule under which your caste/tribe is approved; whether Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe.
• Signatures of required authorities.

Q. How do I know if my NC-OBC category is recognized for CAT 2020? What is the validity date for the certificate?

Check ncbc.nic.in/Home. Refer to the list of state-wise OBCs eligible for availing of the benefit of reservation, and information in respect of the creamy layer. Click here to check for the validity guidelines.

Q. Can I use the SC/ST/ OBC certificate I have or should I use the one available on the CAT 2020 website?

If your certificate fulfills the following conditions, you can upload the same certificate:

• The certificate should have been issued by a competent authority.
• The name of the caste and caste number should appear in the certificate.
• The Ministry's resolution/order number should be mentioned.
• The category certificate should be in Hindi or English only.
• Competent authorities to issue the certificate are: District Magistrate /Additional District Magistrate /Collector /Deputy Commissioner /Additional Deputy Commissioner / Deputy Collector / I Class Stipendiary Magistrate /City Magistrate /Taluka Magistrate /Executive Magistrate / Extra Assistant Commissioner /Chief Presidency Magistrate / Additional Chief Presidency Magistrate /President Magistrate /Revenue Officers not below the rank of Tahsildar /Sub Divisional Officer of the area where the person and his family normally resides /Development Officer .

Q. Who can apply under EWS category?

Check here to know if you can apply under EWS category

CAT Registration Helpdesk

• Toll free: 18002090830
• Email: cathelpdesk@iimcat.co.in