Taking a gap year to prepare for the CAT is quite a common and accepted approach among MBA aspirants. In fact, it often reflects a clear sense of purpose and dedication. The key lies in how effectively you articulate and present this decision.

Since you completed your graduation in 2023

Dear Aspirant

Your rank at eleven thousand eight hundred eighty seven under the OBC reservation has a strong chance for admission to the Computer Science Engineering (CSE) program at one of the three CUSAT campuses The exact seat depends on opening and closing ranks for CSE in each campus and

Hello aspirant,

Since MBA is a post-graduate program, the primary requirement for eligibility for the CAT exam is graduation or an equivalent degree; that is, each candidate must be in their final year of study or have completed graduation.  Both students in the Reserved and Unreserved categories must meet the

Hi aspirant,

1. The Common Admission Test ( CAT ) is a highly competitive , computer - based entrance exam .
2. CAT is administered annually by one of the IIMs for admission to its postgraduate management programs (MBA) as well as those of multiple other top business schools in India .

Hi aspirant,

1. In general, PUMBA (Pune University's Department of Management Sciences) requires a higher CAT percentile, usually between 94 and 96.
2. Nevertheless, final selection is based on a comprehensive process that includes your CAT score (which usually carries 50% weightage), performance in the Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI)

Hi aspirant,

1. Vadodara is an MHT CET exam center located outside of Maharashtra .
2. This makes it easier for Gujarati applicants to take the exam.
3. When completing your MHT CET application form, you will have the option of selecting your chosen exam centers , including those situated outside of Maharashtra.

Hello dear,

The CAT exam requires a significant amount of time for preparation, including brushing up on basic concepts and practicing advanced problem-solving. Starting too early can feel overwhelming and may not be sustainable with other academic commitments.

The CAT exam requires a level of focus and maturity that is

IIFT CAT Cutoff 2024

IIFT Delhi

General: 95–98 percentile

OBC: 90+

SC: 85–95

ST/PwD: 75–93

IIFT Kolkata

General: 85–95 percentile

OBC/SC/ST: 50–95 (varies)

Note: Final selection also includes WAT, GD, PI, academics, and work experience.

Many colleges accept low CAT scores or have their own exams. Some examples:

Lovely Professional University (LPU)

Amity University

UPES Dehradun

Jaipuria Institute of Management

ITM Navi Mumbai

These often have GD/PI rounds after application.

Hi aspirant,

CAT 2024 Slot 1 , held on November 24 , 2024 , was widely regarded as being of easy to moderate difficulty , and significantly easier than CAT 2023 .

1. The total number of questions increased from 66 to 68, mostly due to two new questions in the