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CAT exam 2024 will be held on Sunday, November 24, 2024, in three shifts in over 167 cities across India. The official notification about the CAT exam 2024, eligibility, fees, and other details is expected to be released on July 29, 2024, on the IIMCAT website, iimcat.ac.in. The CAT exam registration process is likely to commence on July 31, 2024. Eligible and interested candidates should fill out the online CAT exam form and pay the fee before the deadline. Last year, 3.28 lakh candidates registered for the CAT entrance exam, out of which 2.88 lakh candidates wrote the CAT entrance exam. This year, IIM Calcutta will conduct the CAT 2024 entrance exam. Read all about CAT 2024.
CAT Exam Resource for Preparation
CAT Exam 2024 Latest Updates & News
- Stay Updated: Visit the official CAT website by July 29 for official notification and registration details.
- Prepare in Advance: Since CAT is a competitive exam, it is recommended to prepare well in advance. Use this time to familiarize yourself with the exam format, syllabus, and question types. You can find various study materials, mock tests, and training options online and through institutions.
What is CAT Exam?
Most of the aspirants have a question, i.e., the CAT exam is for what purpose? The answer to the question is that the Common Admission Test (CAT) is a national-level MBA entrance exam conducted by IIMs on a rotational basis every year. The IIM CAT exam is considered one of the toughest MBA entrance exams to crack for MBA, PGDM, Executive MBA, PhD, and FPM admission to top B-schools and over 1,200 colleges in India. IIMs are one of the top MBA colleges in India offering MBA and PGDM programmes through the CAT exam and scoring between 82 and 99+ percentiles. Other top MBA colleges in India accepting CAT are IITs, SPJIMR, FMS Delhi, MDI, IIFT, etc. Check out more CAT entrance exam details given below.
- Full Form of CAT: The full form of CAT is Common Admission Test
- The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) conducts a national-level MBA exam in CBT mode called the Common Admission Test for PGDM/MBA admissions to various B-schools in India.
- The CAT exam is conducted in three sessions on a single day at around 400 exam centres in 155 cities across India.
- What are the 3 subjects of CAT exam for MBA? The CAT exam 2024 syllabus consists of three sections: Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), and Quantitative Ability (QA).
- The CAT exam pattern consists of 66 questions to be solved within 120 minutes. Questions asked in CAT exam are a mix of MCQs and non-MCQs.
- Cracking CAT is perceived as difficult by many on account of the high cutoff scores needed for MBA admissions. CAT is designed to test candidates on their analytical and reasoning abilities.
- More than two lakh candidates apply for the CAT exam every year. In last year's CAT, registration set a new record with 3.30 lakh applications.
- Purpose: Know here that the CAT exam is for what purpose?
Things to Know about CAT Exam 2024
- CAT Eligibility: According to the CAT exam eligibility, Candidates who completed a bachelor's degree with 50% (45% for SC/ST/PwD) are eligible to apply for CAT exam 2024.
- CAT Syllabus: The CAT exam syllabus includes VARC, DILR, and QA. The main topics to cover in CAT 2024 exam syllabus are Algebra, Geometry, Percentage, Arithmetic, Graphs, Series Completion, Coding-Decoding, etc.
- How much does a CAT exam cost?: The CAT exam fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates is Rs 1200 and Rs 2400 for all other candidates. (This year, it is expected that the CAT exam fee will be increased).
Snapshot of the Unofficial CAT 2024 Advertisement
Check out the unofficial CAT exam 2024 notification, which has CAT 2024 exam date, notification release date, CAT exam form begin date, CAT exam centre details, etc.
All the CAT latest updates and CAT exam notifications are regularly published here and on the official iimcat.ac.in website for candidates planning to appear for CAT 2024.
CAT Exam 2024: Exam Dates, Registrations, Eligibility, Pattern, Syllabus, Cut Offs, Old Question Papers
This CAT entrance exam is open not only to graduates but also postgraduates and working professionals.
CAT Exam Events | CAT Exam Details |
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IIM Entrance Exam Name | CAT |
CAT exam full form | Common Admission Test |
Expected Conducting IIM for CAT exam 2024 | IIM Calcutta |
CAT Exam Pattern 2024 | |
CAT Exam Date 2024 | November 24, 2024, Sunday |
CAT Exam Duration | 2 hours (120 minutes) and sectional time limit is 40 minutes |
CAT exam syllabus 2024 (important topics for CAT) |
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CAT exam preparation material | |
CAT exam coaching | |
CAT exam analysis (previous year) | Moderate to high difficulty levels |
Number of CAT exam applications | 3.30 lakh (in 2023) |
Number of CAT test takers | 2.88 lakh (in 2023) |
No. of CAT test cities | 150 |
CAT Exam Helpline | 1800-210-8720 (Toll-Free) |
CAT exam helpdesk email | cathelpdesk@iimcat.co.in |
CAT exam purpose | Admission to IIMs, FMS, MDI, SPJIMR, IMT, and over 1,200 B-Schools in India |
Courses offered through CAT | MBA/PGDM |
CAT exam fees for OBC/ SC/ ST/ General | Rs 2,400 (General category) and Rs 1,200 (Reserved category) |
Know Everything About IIM CAT Exam 2024: Syllabus, Books, Tips & More
CAT Exam Highlights: Key Points & Quick Facts
- IIM Calcutta is expected to conduct CAT exam 2024.
- CAT exam registration is expected to start on July 31, and CAT 2024 notification is to be released by July 29 on iimcat.ac.in 2024.
- The CAT 2024 exam will be conducted on Sunday, November 24, 2024.
- CAT exam 2024 will be held in 375 exam centres across 167 cities.
- IIM Admission 2025: All the IIMs will announce their admission criteria soon.
- IIT MBA Admission: MBA admission at IITs on the basis of CAT exam scores will begin after the conclusion of the CAT exam.
- CAP 2025: The admissions process for newer IIMs will begin through CAP after the declaration of the CAT exam 2024 result.
- MBA Admissions at leading BSchools: Check the list of top Bschools accepting CAT scores.
- IIM does not officially specify the CAT exam syllabus; it is based topics like Algebra, Arithmetic, Geometry, Percentages, RC, Puzzles, Para-Jumbles
Also - Check out the real-life experiences of past CAT exam takers
IIMs Courses through CAT Exam
IIMs will consider scores from the CAT exam for MBA, Executive MBA, PhD, and FBM programmes. The same applies to top B-schools in India. Check out below the list of IIMs accepting CAT scores.
List of IIMs Accepting CAT | Programmes Offered through CAT exam |
PGP, PGP-FABM | |
MBA, EMBA, MBA-Business Analytics, MBA-HRM | |
PGP, PGPEM, PGPBA | |
PGP | |
MBA | |
PGP, PGP-HRM | |
MBA, Executive MBA (Blended Mode), PGP in Health Care Management and PGP in Hospital Administration (Jointly with AIIMS Jammu and IIT Jammu) | |
MBA, MBA (Analytics), EMBA | |
PGP, PGP-BL, PGP-F, PGP-LSM, EPGP Kochi | |
PGP, PGP-ABM, PGP-SM | |
PGP | |
PGP | |
PGP, PGP-HRM, PGP (Business Analytics) | |
PGP, EPGPX, EPGDSM | |
MBA, Executive MBA | |
PGP, PGPEX, and PGPWE | |
MBA, MBA (T&HM) | |
PGPM, PGPM-HR, and PGPBM | |
MBA, MBA-DEM, MBA-GSCM, PGDBA | |
IIM Mumbai | MBA, |
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List of IITs accepting CAT Exam scores
Below is the list of IITs accepting the CAT exam 2024 score for their management programmes.
- IIT Bombay
- IIT Delhi
- IIT Madras
- IIT Kanpur
- IIT Kharagpur
Top Non IIM colleges that accept CAT Exam scores
Below is the list of non IIM colleges that accept CAT exam scores for MBA programmes.
- Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon
- Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur
- Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Delhi
- SPJIMR, Mumbai
- NITIE, Mumbai
- FMS, Delhi
- IMI, Delhi
- TISS, Mumba
Check out Non-IIM cutoffs of top MBA colleges
MDI Gurgaon CAT Cutoff 2024 | FMS Delhi CAT Cut Off 2024 |
Welingkar CAT Cutoff 2024 | Nirma CAT Cutoff 2024 |
SP Jain CAT Cutoff 2024 | IMI Bhubaneswar CAT Cutoff 2024 |
CAT Exam - Registration Trends in Last 10 Years (2013 to 2023)
In 2023, CAT exam saw a 30% increase in registrations. As per the official CAT result notification, 88% of the registered candidates appeared for CAT exam. Registration trends and figures for CAT exam can be seen below for the past 10 years.
CAT exam score for admissions
Students who score 99+ percentile + in CAT exam have a higher chance of admissions in the older and more popular IIMs. This also applies to leading bschools like MDI, FMS Delhi, SPJIMR Mumbai etc. MBA colleges like XIMB, IMT Ghaziabad, IMI, etc. will use the CAT cutoff for shortlisting candidates for GD and PI.
CAT Exam 2024- Last year's NIRF ranking and score
IIM List | Year of Establishment | IIM Rankings | NIRF score |
IIM Ahmedabad ranking | 1961 | 1 | 83.20 |
IIM Bangalore NIRF ranking | 1973 | 2 | 80.89 |
IIM Kozhikode ranking | 1997 | 3 | 76.48 |
IIM Calcutta ranking | 1961 | 4 | 75.53 |
NIRF ranking for IIM Lucknow | 1984 | 6 | 74.11 |
IIM Mumbai (formerly NITIE) ranking | 1963 (renamed in 2023) | 7 | - |
IIM Indore ranking | 1996 | 8 | 71.95 |
IIM Raipur ranking | 2010 | 11 | 66.18 |
IIM Rohtak ranking | 2009 | 12 | 65.88 |
IIM Udaipur NIRF ranking | 2009 | 16 | 62.78 |
IIM Kashipur ranking | 2011 | 19 | 61.07 |
IIM Tiruchirappalli ranking | 2011 | 22 | 60.83 |
IIM Ranchi NIRF ranking | 2010 | 24 | 59.99 |
Ranking of IIM Shillong | 2008 | 26 | 59.12 |
IIM Visakhapatnam NIRF ranking | 2015 | 29 | 57.57 |
IIM Jammu ranking | 2016 | 41 | 54.17 |
IIM Nagpur ranking | 2015 | 43 | 53.41 |
IIM Amritsar NIRF ranking | 2015 | 51 | 51.30 |
IIM Bodh Gaya ranking | 2015 | 53 | 51.28 |
IIM Sambalpur ranking | 2015 | 58 | 50.90 |
IIM Sirmaur NIRF ranking | 2015 | 98 | - |
Evolution of CAT Exam
CAT exam has evolved a lot since it switched from offline to online mode in 2009. Marking, weightage and time duration have changed three to four times in the last 13 years. Check the table below for CAT exam pattern changes over the years.
CAT Exam Year | CAT Exam Sections | No. of Questions in CAT | CAT Exam Time Duration |
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2023 | QA, DILR, VARC | 66 | 120 minutes |
2022 | QA, DILR, VARC | 66 | 120 minutes |
2021 | QA, DILR, VARC | 66 | 120 minutes |
2020 | QA, DILR, VARC | 76 | 120 minutes |
2019 | QA, DILR, VARC | 100 | 180 minutes |
2018 | QA, DILR, VARC | 100 | 180 minutes |
2017 | QA, DILR, VARC | 100 | 180 minutes |
2016 | QA, DILR, VARC | 100 | 180 minutes |
2015 | QA, DILR, VARC | 100 | 180 minutes |
2014 | QA & DI, LR & VARC | 100 | 170 minutes |
2013 | QA & DI, LR & VARC | 60 | 140 minutes |
2012 | QA & DI, LR & VARC | 60 | 140 minutes |
2011 | QA & DI, LR & VARC | 60 | 140 minutes |
2010 | QA, DILR, VARC | 60 | 150 minutes |
CAT 2024 Highlights
Full Exam Name | Common Admission Test |
Short Exam Name | CAT |
Conducting Body | Indian Institute of Management Lucknow |
Frequency of Conduct | Once a year |
Exam Level | National Level Exam |
Languages | English |
Mode of Application | Online |
Application Fee (General) | 2400 Rs [Online] |
Mode of Exam | Online |
Mode of Counselling | Online |
Participating Colleges | 509 |
Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
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CAT 2024 Important Dates
Upcoming Dates and Events
30 Jul, 2024 (Tentative)
Advertisement | Mode: Online
02 Aug, 2024 - 20 Sep, 2024 (Tentative)
Application | Mode: Online
21 Sep, 2024 - 30 Sep, 2024 (Tentative)
Application Correction | Mode: Online
24 Nov, 2024 (Tentative)
Exam | Mode: Offline
24 Oct, 2024 - 24 Nov, 2024 (Tentative)
Admit Card | Mode: Online
02 Dec, 2024 (Tentative)
Answer Key | Mode: Online
03 Dec, 2024 - 06 Dec, 2024 (Tentative)
Answer Key - Objection | Mode: Online
21 Dec, 2024 (Tentative)
Result | Mode: Online
To appear in the CAT exam 2024, one must meet the CAT 2024 eligibility criteria specified by the IIMs. This includes meeting the specified criteria of academics, passing the qualifying exam, and meeting the age limit. So, what is CAT exam eligibility? The details are below:
Eligibility Criteria for CAT exam 2024
- Qualifying exam and pass percentage : To appear in the CAT exam 2024, a bachelor's degree with a CGPA of at least 50% (aggregate 45% for SC, ST, and PwD/DA categories) from a recognized university is a must.
- Degree duration and mode: It must be a 3-year programme. The mode can be regular, distance, or online.
- Final year students: Anyone in their final year or awaiting their degree results can apply for the CAT exam 2024.
- Professional degree: Candidates with a professional degree ( CA / CS / ICWA / FCAI) are also eligible.
- Working experience: The CAT entrance exam is open to both fresh graduates and working professionals. However, work experience is an advantage during admissions after the CAT exam.
CAT Exam Age Limit
There is no age limit for appearing in the CAT exam. If you want to take the CAT exam, you can take it anytime throughout your life. Although there is no minimum or maximum age limit for appearing in the CAT exam, we tell you that a candidate must be a graduate to appear in this CAT 2024 exam.
NOTE: This is just the CAT exam eligibility. However, eligibility for admissions will differ and involve various parameters.
Mode of Application : Online
Mode of Payment : Net Banking | Credit Card | Debit Card | NEFT | Paytm | Other
IIM Calcutta will open the registration window for the CAT exam by July 31, 2024, tentatively. Candidates can register at iimcat.ac.in to appear for CAT exam 2024. As to what is the last date for CAT form 2024, it is tentatively - September 21.
How to register for CAT Exam?
- Visit iimcat.ac.in - the official IIM CAT website.
- Click on the 'New registration' link.
- Enter name, date of birth, nationality, phone number, and email ID and register for CAT entrance exam.
- Use ID received in the email to fill out the application form for CAT 2024.
- Next, enter your personal and academic details.
- Upload a recent passport-size photo and signature in the prescribed format and size.
- Choose the preferred MBA/ PGDM courses and IIMs in the order of preference.
- Then, select 6 CAT test cities as per preference. Check the list of CAT test cities before submitting.
Finally, pay the CAT exam fees via credit or debit card or net banking.
CAT Exam 2024 Official Website Looks Like;
All the latest CAT exam news and live updates will be available on the CAT 2024 website.
Documents required for CAT Exam Application
- Personal details, including a valid email, category
- Academic details from class 10 onwards with marks, percentage and year of passing
- Clear photograph with a white background, not more than 6 months old (1200 pixels x 1200 pixels) in a .jpg or .jpeg file of a size not more than 80KB.
- Scanned signature with dimensions of 80mm X 35mm in a .jpg or .jpeg file of a size not more than 80KB.
- Academic certificates
- PwD certificate as applicable (if any)
- EWS/Category Certificate as applicable (if any)
- Identification document
How much is CAT exam fee?
- SC, ST and PwD category candidates have to pay Rs 1200
- All others have to pay Rs 2400 as CAT exam fee.
Check out the detailed explanation on How to fill CAT Exam Application Form
Is there any correction window for CAT exam?
Yes. IIM Calcutta will open the correction window for CAT 2024 after the registrations close. The dates to correct mistaked in the CAT application form tentatively are September 25 to 28. Mistakes in details, scanned images (signature or photograph), are some inputs that may be allowed for correction.
What cannot be corrected in the CAT exam form?
- Name
- Date of Birth
- Mobile Number
- Email ID
- State
Application Fees
Category | Quota | Mode | Gender | Amount |
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ST, SC, OBC | PWD | Online | Transgender, Male, Female | ₹ 1200 |
General | Online | Transgender, Male, Female | ₹ 2400 |
Candidates willing to appear in the CAT exam 2024 should solve the CAT exam question paper, as it is the best study source and also helps in effective preparation. Understanding the types of questions asked, the marking scheme, the weightage of various sections, and, most importantly, learning how to solve a problem quickly, which will help in the CAT exam, are just a few advantages of solving the CAT exam previous year's paper.
CAT Exam Paper with Solution PDF (2012-2022)
Verbal ability and reading comprehension
Data interpretation and logical reasoning
Quantitative ability
Preparation for the CAT exam should start nine months before the CAT 2024 exam date. CAT exam preparation includes completing the CAT syllabus phase-wise, mock test practice, and revision. Candidates can join a coaching institute for the CAT exam or study on their own with the help of online study groups, books, and resources. Check the table below for important articles about CAT exam preparation.
CAT 2024 Exam Preparation from May to November 2024
May is the month when every CAT exam aspirant gets serious about their preparation. If you haven't started your CAT exam preparation yet, May is the best time to start your preparation. We have created a detailed map of your CAT exam 2024 preparation from May to November.
CAT Exam Preparation Months | CAT Exam Preparation Pointers | CAT Exam Mocks |
May to June |
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July to August |
| Give sectionals as well as mocks |
September to November |
| Give at least 20 mocks in these months |
Can CAT be cleared in 6 months?
Usually, students search for whether they can ace the CAT entrance test with six months of preparation, so the answer is yes, it is quite possible and feasible. Candidates need to believe in themselves and stay committed to their goals.
6 Months Roadmap to CAT 2024: Tips and Tricks for 99%tile
Which subject is hard in CAT exam?
As per most of the CAT aspirants' feedback, they find the DILR subject hard in the CAT exam.
Tips and Tricks for CAT Exam | |
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CAT: One-year study plan to ace the exam on the first attempt | |
Benefits of Preparation through CAT Coaching
- Thinking Beyond
- Troubleshooter
- Focus & Motivation
- Interaction with peer group
CAT exam preparation without coaching or self-study mode
- Join online study groups across the internet, such as Handakafunda, iQuanta, and many more on Quora, Facebook, Telegram, and Youtube.
- Obtain online CAT exam study material and subscribe to various online free CAT test series from coaching institutes.
- Download MBA entrance exam preparation apps
- Buy the best books for CAT exam preparation
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How to prepare for CAT exam 2024?
- Give yourself enough time to study for CAT
- Revise CAT exam syllabus and subject report
- Organize group study with friends
- Take a regular break
- Practice on CAT exam past year papers
- Snacks on 'Brain Food'
- Plan you CAT exam day
- Organize your study space
- Get plenty of sleep
Student Appearing Vs Seat Available
Year | Student Appeared | Seats Available |
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2023 | 288640 | None |
2022 | 222184 | None |
2021 | 191660 | None |
2020 | 190143 | None |
2019 | 209926 | None |
2018 | 209405 | None |
The CAT exam question paper is divided into three sections: Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, and Quantitative Aptitude. The duration of the CAT exam is 120 minutes, with a sectional time limit of 40 minutes per section. The types of questions are MCQ and Type in the Answer (TITA). Check below the highlights of the CAT Exam Pattern 2024:
CAT Exam Pattern & Test Structure: Overview
Events | Details |
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Mode of CAT exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
CAT exam duration |
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CAT exam slots |
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Total CAT questions | 66 questions (MCQs: 49 and Non-MCQs: 17) |
Total marks in CAT exam 2024 | 198 marks |
Medium of CAT question paper | English |
CAT Exam 2024 Marking Scheme
- 3 marks will be given for each right response.
- There is a provision for a deduction of 1 mark for each incorrect response.
- No marks will be given for questions not answered.
IIM Calcutta will activate the CAT exam mock test link tentatively by November 12, 2024. Students can use the link given on iimcat.ac.in, the official CAT exam website. However, it is useful to use any mock test series for CAT exam preparation, as practice will make the student better at answering. An ideal figure is 40–50 mock tests for any student to get good scores in the CAT 2024 exam. The official CAT mock test can be used to get an idea of the actual CAT exam day.
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Where can I download free CAT mock tests pdfs?
A lot of sites offer free mock tests for CAT exam. Some are online, while others are downloadable. The strategy to crack CAT is to use the downloadable mock tests to get a feel and practice well. Once most of the topics are done and dusted, its time to use the online mock tests for CAT exam. Given below are links to the official mock tests for CAT exam from 2017 to 2022.
Links to free mock tests for CAT exam
CAT 2022 mock test | CAT Mock Test 2021 |
CAT 2020 mock test | CAT 2019 mock test |
CAT 2018 mock test | CAT mock test 2017 |
How mock tests help crack CAT exam is explained best in Reasons to take the CAT exam mock test, tips and timing .
Some reasons can be summarized:
- Mock tests will help understand strengths and weakness in one's preparation for CAT exam 2024
- Time management can be honed if one uses the CAT mock test for practice
- CAT exam day fear can be combated with frequent mock test practice sessions
- The actual exam pattern and nature of CAT 2024 exam can be understood better.
- Mistakes to avoid on CAT exam day are generally learnt with frequent CAT mock test practice.
The admit card for CAT exam 2024 will be released by IIM Calcutta in the last week of October 2024. The admit card is the identity document for anyone who will appear for CAT 2024 exam. Most candidates download the admit card the day before CAT exam.
How to download CAT exam admit card?
- Go to iimcat.ac.in which is the official CAT exam website
- Click on the 'Login' button.
- Enter the application number for CAT 2024 exam and password.
- Go to the 'Admit Card' section.
Click on the 'Download' button.
Note: Check the details printed on the admit card for CAT 2024 as any discrepancies must be checked before appearing for CAT exam.
CAT Exam Timings
Check the below table for CAT exam timings. Candidates must reach the examination centre as per the official time to appear in the examination.
CAT Exam Slot | Exam Timing | Reporting Time | Last Entry Allowed |
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Slot 1 | 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM | 7:00 AM | 8:15 AM |
Slot 2 | 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM | 11:00 AM | 12:15 PM |
Slot 3 | 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 4:15 PM |
Know more; What is a good CAT score? How to achieve it in the CAT exam
CAT Exam Day Guidelines
The CAT exam will be conducted at designated exam centres and candidates have to follow certain guidelines. Read below for CAT exam day guidelines , Documents to carry, and Prohibited items at the test centre.
Documents to carry | CAT admit card |
Original identity proof | |
Name change document (If required) | |
PwD/ Scribe certificate (If required) | |
Items prohibited inside the CAT exam hall | Calculator, watch, phone, iPad, or any other electronic item |
Bags and purses | |
Eatables and beverages | |
Jewellery and accessories that contain metal | |
Jackets and clothes with pockets | |
Closed footwear |
NOTE: Candidates with a metal implant, pacemaker, etc. should bring the medical certificate to the examination centre.
CAT 2024 Exam Centers
State | City |
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West Bengal | Kolkata |
Asansol | |
Bankura | |
Burdwan | |
Durgapur | |
Hooghly | |
Kalyani | |
Siliguri | |
Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
Coimbatore | |
Madurai | |
Salem | |
Tirunelveli | |
Tiruchirappalli | |
Vellore | |
Kerala | Kannur |
Ernakulam | |
Kollam | |
Kottayam | |
Kozhikode | |
Thrissur | |
Thiruvananthapuram | |
Andaman and Nicobar Islands | Port Blair |
Andhra Pradesh | Guntur |
Kakinada | |
Kurnool | |
Nellore | |
Rajahmundry | |
Tirupati | |
Vijayawada | |
Visakhapatnam | |
Vizianagaram | |
Anantapur | |
Chittoor | |
Srikakulam | |
Assam | Dibrugarh |
Guwahati | |
Jorhat | |
Silchar | |
Tezpur | |
Bihar | Arrah |
Bhagalpur | |
Darbhanga | |
Muzaffarpur | |
Patna | |
Gaya | |
Samastipur | |
Chandigarh | Chandigarh |
Chhattisgarh | Bhilai |
Bilaspur | |
Raipur | |
Gujarat | Ahmedabad |
Anand | |
Gandhinagar | |
Mehsana | |
Rajkot | |
Surat | |
Vadodara | |
Haryana | Ambala |
Hisar | |
Faridabad | |
Gurgaon | |
Himachal Pradesh | Shimla |
Bilaspur | |
Hamirpur | |
Kangra | |
Jammu and Kashmir | Jammu |
Srinagar | |
Jharkhand | Bokaro |
Dhanbad | |
Hazaribagh | |
Jamshedpur | |
Ranchi | |
Karnataka | Belagavi |
Bangalore | |
Dharwad | |
Hubballi | |
Kalaburagi | |
Mangaluru | |
Mysuru | |
Shivamogga | |
Udupi | |
Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal |
Gwalior | |
Indore | |
Jabalpur | |
Sagar | |
Satna | |
Ujjain | |
Maharashtra | Amravati |
Ahmednagar | |
Aurangabad | |
Jalgaon | |
Mumbai | |
Kolhapur | |
Nagpur | |
Nanded | |
Nashik | |
Pune | |
Raigad | |
Satara | |
Solapur | |
Thane | |
Palghar | |
Navi Mumbai | |
Bhiwandi | |
Boisar | |
Vasai-Virar | |
Meghalaya | Shillong |
Mizoram | Aizawl |
Nagaland | Kohima |
Odisha | Balasore |
Berhampur | |
Bhubaneswar | |
Cuttack | |
Dhenkanal | |
Rourkela | |
Sambalpur | |
Puducherry | Puducherry |
Punjab | Amritsar |
Jalandhar | |
Ludhiana | |
Mohali | |
Pathankot | |
Patiala | |
Sangrur | |
Bathinda | |
Rajasthan | Ajmer |
Alwar | |
Bikaner | |
Jaipur | |
Jodhpur | |
Kota | |
Sikar | |
Udaipur | |
Telangana | Hyderabad |
Karimnagar | |
Warangal | |
Uttar Pradesh | Agra |
Aligarh | |
Bareilly | |
Gorakhpur | |
Jhansi | |
Kanpur | |
Lucknow | |
Meerut | |
Moradabad | |
Muzaffarnagar | |
Varanasi | |
Ghaziabad | |
Noida | |
Greater Noida | |
Prayagraj | |
Uttarakhand | Dehradun |
Haldwani | |
Roorkee | |
Arunachal Pradesh | Itanagar |
Naharlagun | |
Goa | Panaji |
Madgaon | |
Manipur | Imphal |
Dadra and Nagar Haveli | Silvassa |
Documents Required at Exam
- CAT 2024 admit card
- Original Photo ID
The preliminary CAT exam answer key will tentatively be released in the first week of December 2024. To download the CAT exam 2024 answer key, students have to log in to their dashboard using valid login credentials.
Check out the steps to download the CAT answer key and response sheet from the official website:
- Go to the official website of CAT: iimcat.ac.in.
- Next, find and click on the 'Login' tab.
- Then, enter the CAT login ID and password.
- Click on the 'CAT answer key' tab at the top of the screen.
It will download automatically in pdf format.
An answer key objection window will be opened for three to four days to raise objections. Candidates have to fill out the online form, upload a supporting document to prove the subject is valid, and required payment.
Snapshot of Official CAT Exam Answer Key
CAT Exam Answer Key: How to Calculate CAT Scores?
The score obtained = 3 x the number of correct answers (MCQ and Non-MCQ) - 1 x the number of incorrect MCQ answers.
The CAT scores will be normalized as per the methodology announced by the conducting IIM in light of the changes in the duration of the exam and other parameters. The details are available on this page in the result section.
The IIM CAT exam analysis 2024 will be released separately after the conclusion of each CAT exam slots. As per last year's CAT exam analysis, the overall paper's difficulty level was moderate to tough for all the slots. Slot 3 was tougher than CAT exam slot 1 and slot 2. In all three CAT slots, the QA section was tougher than VARC and DILR section.
CAT sections | Number of questions | Break up | Difficulty level |
---|---|---|---|
VARC | 24 | 4 passages having 4 questions each, 2 parasummary questions, 2 parajumble qestions, 2 paracompletion questions and 2 odd one out questions | Moderate |
DILR | 20 | 4 sets of 5 questions each | Moderate to difficult |
Quantitative Aptitude (QA) | 22 | 7 Algebra questions, 3 Geometry questions, 4 Number System questions, 7 Arithmetic questions, and 1 Modern Maths questions
| Difficult |
Total | 66 | -- | Moderate to difficult |
CAT Exam Analysis for Slot 1
Rounak Tikmani (CAT aspirant) took the first slot and said it went quite well. The English section of the CAT exam was moderate and DILR was quite time-consuming. The QA section was a bit long and time-consuming as well. As per him, the VARC was easy and DILR & Quant were difficult. VARC had 24 questions and the remaining two sections had 20 & 22 questions respectively.
CAT Exam Analysis for Slot 2
As one of the students, Pulkit Daga who took CAT slot 2, said, "The VARC section had 2 RCs and some of the VA was easy to moderate. For LRDI, he says, "I don't think there was any easy set; it was moderate or tough. (I hardly did one set.)". He also said that QA questions were not very straightforward; you really have to search for easy targets.
CAT Exam Analysis for Slot 3
According to Suvam Debnath who appeared in last year's CAT exam slot 3, the overall difficulty level was moderate when compared to CAT exam slot 1 and slot 2. Candidates who took CAT exam slot 2, said, "The CAT exam was moderately difficult. The quant was easy but tricky.". As per the slot 3 paper, the Verbal, and DILR were moderately difficult. No surprises were there in the number of questions.
IIM will most likely declare the CAT entrance exam result in the first week of January 2025. The CAT exam 2024 results will be available on the official website. By using a login ID and password, candidates can download their CAT exam scorecard. The result cum scorecard of the CAT exam will contain each candidate’s raw scores (sectional and overall) and percentiles (sectional and overall).
Here’s the process to download the CAT exam results:
- Visit the official IIM CAT website - iimcat.ac.in.
- Find and click on the 'CAT result/ scorecard' link.
- Then, enter the CAT application number and password.
- Next, click on the ‘Scorecard’ section.
Find and click on the ‘Download’ option and save the pdf of the CAT scorecard.
Also Check; CAT Score Vs CAT Percentile
How many CAT attempts are allowed?
CAT exam is conducted once a year. There are no restrictions on the number of times one can appear for CAT exam.
What after CAT Result?
Candidates who achieve the minimum CAT exam cut-off score will receive an email notification from the relevant IIMs for additional examination rounds after the announcement of the CAT exam results. Each IIM will send the interview letters directly to the shortlisted candidates by registered e-mail or speed post.
Check the CAT Exam - Percentile Predictor
The CAT exam percentile predictor is an online tool developed exclusively by Carriers 360 that helps you evaluate your performance in the CAT exam and predict your sectional and overall score. The CAT predictor tool uses the expected or estimated CAT score to predict the CAT exam percentile.
The CAT cut-off for IIM admission will be fixed by each institute category-wise. While the qualifying cut-offs are between 80 and 90 percentile (general category), the final cut-offs are much higher. Below are the qualifying CAT cut-off percentiles of 20 IIMs:
IIM's | CAT Cutoffs (Qualifying) |
---|---|
IIM Ahmedabad | 85 |
IIM Bangalore | 85 |
IIM Calcutta | 85 |
IIM Lucknow | 90 |
IIM Kozhikode | 85 |
IIM Indore | 90 |
IIM Rohtak | 95 |
IIM Visakhapatnam | 80 |
IIM Trichy | 92 |
IIM Udaipur | 92 |
IIM Ranchi | 92 |
IIM Amritsar | 85 |
IIM Shillong | 75 |
IIM Kashipur | 92 |
IIM Sambalpur | 92 |
IIM Jammu | 92 |
IIM Sirmaur | 92 |
IIM Nagpur | 85 |
IIM Raipur | 92 |
IIM Bodhgaya | 92 |
Question: What CAT score is required for IIM?
Answer: The CAT score for IIMs varies depending on the IIM campus. The highest CAT cutoff for major IIMs like IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, IIM Lucknow, IIM Kozhikode, etc., is 94 to 99+ and the minimum is 80. For baby IIMs like IIM Ranchi, IIM Udaipur, IIM Nagpur, IIM Trichy, etc., the CAT cutoff falls between 82 to 94+.
Question: What is CAT exam for IIM?
Answer: CAT exam for IIM is a computer-based exam for admission to MBA programmes. It consists of three sections VARC, DILR and QA.
IIM selection process and admission include shortlisting of candidates based on CAT exam score and Written Ability Test (WAT) / Group Discussion (GD) / Personal Interview (PI). Each IIM sets a minimum CAT exam cutoff percentile to participate in the next round of the IIM admission process. Below is an overview of the selection process for IIMs and non-IIMs:
IIM MBA Selection Criteria: The CAT selection procedure for IIM admissions starts with shortlisting based on scores in CAT exam before being called for a GD and PI. Each IIM has its own parameters and different weightage for each. Students are advised to check the same before applying or putting in their preferences. Check out the IIM selection process given below:
IIMs release the admission criteria and selection process for PGP/ MBA before the CAT exam result declaration. The documents contain parameters, processes, cutoffs, etc. for MBA admission. The selection process through the CAT exam for all IIMs includes:
- Screening of candidates on the basis of their CAT exam score
- WAT/ GD/ PI
- Computation of Composite Score followed by final selection
Note: Candidates do not apply to the IIMs. All CAT qualified candidates are issued call letters if they meet the criteria for the respective IIM in the order of their preference in CAT application form.
Check out all about the IIM Common Admission Process
Non-IIM Selection Process through CAT exam
Other than IIMs, institutions accepting CAT exam score conduct GD/ PI for admission to their MBA/ PGDM programmes. However, a few colleges admit students only based on CAT exam scores without conducting a personality assessment round.
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- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Admission letter
- CAT admit card
- Address proof of parents
- Passport size photographs (colour/black & white)
- CAT Scorecard
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General Information
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question:What is the pass mark for CAT exam?
Answer:
There are no designated pass marks. In fact, CAT exam scores are in the form of percentiles, which are used by various BSchools including IIMs, for admission purposes.
Question:Is IIM CAT exam tough?
Answer:
This is always dependent on the preparation, but in general, the CAT exam is not very tough. There is a lot of competition, but with a good amount of dedication and preparation, its easy to crack the CAT exam.
Question:Can I switch between questions in CAT?
Answer:
Although switching between sections is not allowed in the CAT exam, switching between questions within a section can reduce your chances of scoring. By dividing each section of the CAT exam into three rounds, the process can be made more streamlined.
Question:Do CAT questions get repeated?
Answer:
IIM develops new and innovative questions every year to assess candidates' problem-solving skills, logical reasoning, and aptitude. Questions may not be exactly repeated in the CAT exam, and similar concepts or patterns may be found in different years.
Question:Who is eligible for CAT exam?
Answer:
Candidates having a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 50% marks (45% in the case of SC, ST, and PwD) are eligible to appear for the CAT exam 2024.
Question:Is CAT compulsory for MBA?
Answer:
No, CAT is not compulsory for MBA. But the 21 IIMs and 1000+ B-schools in India offer MBA admissions based on the CAT exam, which is one of the toughest exams in India with high competition. This is the reason many management aspirants apply for the CAT exam 2024.
Question:Is CAT done after 12th?
Answer:
No, 12th-grade student is not eligible for CAT. Since CAT is an MBA entrance exam, a candidate must have a Bachelor's degree.
Question:Is CAT for Engineering?
Answer:
CAT is not only for engineering students. Traditionally, engineering students write CAT in large numbers. Also, CAT's exam pattern, which includes VARC, QA, and DILR, is designed to test candidates' problem-solving skills.
Question:Is the CAT exam only for MBA?
Answer:
In short, while CAT is an essential test for MBA aspirants targeting top B-schools in India, it is not a mandatory requirement for all MBA programmes.
Question:When will the CAT 2024 mock test to be activated?
Answer:
The official free mock test for the CAT exam 2024 will be activated by IIM on its website.
Question:What is CAT exam time slots?
Answer:
The CAT 2024 entrance exam will be held in three slots.
- 8:30 AM- 10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM- 2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM
Question:Can we use calculator in CAT exam?
Answer:
During the CAT exam, candidates are only allowed to use an on-screen calculator. No other calculator will be allowed to be taken inside the CAT examination hall.
Question:Who is the convener of CAT 2024?
Answer:
IIM is not announced the conducting body and convener of the CAT exam 2024 yet.
Question:Where can I check CAT exam result?
Answer:
CAT exam results will be declared in the first week of January 2025. Candidates can check the results by clicking on the designated link provided on the official CAT exam website, iimcat.ac.in.
Question:What is the CAT exam application fee?
Answer:
The CAT exam application fee is Rs 2,400 for General, EWS, and NC-OBC candidates. For SC/ ST/ PWD candidates, the fee is Rs 1,200.
Question:What is the CAT exam eligibility criteria?
Answer:
Any candidate who has completed graduation with 50% (45% for SC/ST candidates) can apply for the CAT exam 2024. Final-year candidates are also eligible and there is no age limit to apply for the CAT exam.
Question:Who will conduct the CAT exam this year?
Answer:
This year, the CAT exam 2024 is expected to be conducted by IIM Calcutta in 167 cities.
Question:How can I apply for the CAT exam?
Answer:
The CAT exam application form will be accepted in online mode, and those interested in taking the CAT exam 2024 can fill out the registration form on the official website, iimcat.ac.in.
Questions related to CAT
what is the syllabus for cat 2024 exam
Hello aspirant,
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, and Logical Reasoning make up the majority of the CAT exam 2024 syllabus. The CAT Math, English, and CAT Geometry syllabuses make up the majority of the CAT 2024 syllabus.
To know complete syllabus in detail, you can visit our website by clicking on the link given below
https://bschool.careers360.com/articles/cat-2024
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Hope this information helps you.
which category comes for vishwakarma CAT 2Ag or 2Ak?
Hello,
In the context of Karnataka's reservation categories, Vishwakarma is classified under Category 2A . Specifically:
- Category 2A : This category includes communities that are identified as Vishwakarma , along with others such as Panchamasali , Nayaka , Goud , and others.
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eligibility criteria for cat exam
Hello aspirant,
A bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a CGPA of at least 50% (or an aggregate of 45% for the SC, ST, and PwD/DA categories) is required in order to appear in the CAT exam in 2024. Duration and manner of degree: The course needs to last three years. The mode might be online, distant, or regular.
To know complete information you can visit our website by clicking on the link given below.
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Hope this information helps you.
im appearing for cat what work ex documents will be required for self employed as such ihave my own cafe i have documnet as fssai liscence on partners name partenership deed businees pancard rental aggrement
Hello student
As a self-employed individual with your own cafe, you'll need to provide documents that establish your business and work experience. Here are some documents you can prepare for your CAT application:
1. *Business Registration Documents*:
- Partnership Deed (already have)
- Business PAN Card (already have)
- FSSAI License (already have, though it's in your partner's name)
2. *Proof of Business Ownership*:
- Affidavit or declaration stating your ownership and role in the cafe
- Business registration certificate (if you have one)
3. *Proof of Work Experience*:
- A letter or certificate from your partner or co-owner confirming your work experience and role in the cafe
- A detailed resume highlighting your entrepreneurial journey and responsibilities
4. *Financial Documents*:
- Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the last 2-3 years (if applicable)
- Balance Sheets and Profit & Loss statements for your cafe (if audited)
5. *Rental Agreement*:
- Already have, but ensure it's updated and signed
Additional tips:
- Ensure all documents are scanned and uploaded in the required format (usually PDF or JPEG)
- Keep your documents organized and easily accessible for the application process
- Be prepared to provide additional information or clarification if requested by the admission authorities
Remember to check the specific requirements for each B-school you're applying to, as they may vary. Good luck with your CAT application!
what is the syllabus of the cat exam?
Hello aspirant,
The CAT exam syllabus is not officially prescribed, but it generally includes topics from the following sections:
1. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)
2. Data interpretation and logical reasoning
3. Quantitative ability
Arithmetic
Algebra
Geometry and Mensuration
Number System
- Modern Math