CAT 2024 Common Admission Test for MBA Course Online Application
The Common Admission Test (CAT) is one of India’s premier entrance exams for MBA programs, especially for the prestigious Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other top B-schools. CAT 2024 will be conducted on November 24, 2024, in a computer-based format across various cities. Organized this year by IIM Calcutta, the test has three slots with a two-hour duration each.
Eligibility and Registration
To be eligible for CAT, candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (or 45% for SC, ST, and PwD categories). There’s no age limit, but final-year undergraduate students can also apply. The registration fee for general and OBC candidates is INR 2500, while it’s INR 1250 for SC/ST/PwD candidates
Exam Pattern
CAT 2024 is a computer-based test with three sections:
- Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) – about 24 questions.
- Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) – around 20 questions.
- Quantitative Ability (QA) – approximately 22 questions.
The test lasts 2 hours, with 40 minutes allotted per section. Each section is timed individually, meaning candidates can’t switch sections mid-exam. There are both Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Type in the Answer (TITA) questions, with negative marking (-1 mark) for incorrect MCQs but none for TITA questions. Each correct answer awards 3 marks
Marking and Scoring
For MCQs, each correct answer gives 3 points, and incorrect answers deduct 1 point. TITA questions do not have negative marking, allowing candidates to answer with less risk. The three sections collectively have a total of 66 questions, split across three sessions on the exam day
Key Dates and Exam Slots
The CAT 2024 exam is scheduled for November 24, 2024. There are typically three exam slots:
- Morning (8:30 AM – 10:30 AM)
- Afternoon (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
- Evening (4:30 PM – 6:30 PM)
Syllabus Highlights
The syllabus covers:
- Quantitative Ability: Includes topics like arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and modern math.
- Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning: Focuses on data analysis using tables, charts, and logical puzzles.
- Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: Includes reading comprehension, para-jumbles, sentence completion, and other verbal reasoning tasks
How to download Admit card
To download the CAT (Common Admission Test) admit card, follow these steps:
- Visit the Official CAT Website: Go to the official CAT website, iimcat.ac.in.
- Log In: Click on the “Login” link, and enter your registered User ID and password.
- Access Admit Card: Once logged in, find and click on the link for “Download Admit Card.”
- Download and Print: Your admit card will appear as a PDF. Download it and print it for exam day, as you must bring a physical copy to the test center.
- Check Details: Make sure all details, including your name, photo, exam date, time slot, and test center, are correct. Contact CAT helpdesk if there are any issues.
Remember to bring a valid photo ID along with your admit card on the exam day.
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