According to the official announcement, the CAT 2023 enrollment card can be downloaded starting on October 25, 2023. Before November 26, 2023, candidates taking the common admission test can download their admit card. Admit cards must be brought in person and in a physical copy to the exam center in order to participate in CAT 2023. Anyone who does not physically have their CAT admit card with them on the day of the exam will not be permitted to take the exam. Therefore, all applicants must download their admission cards by November 26, 2023, before the start of the test. Additionally, it is advised that students download their admit cards well in advance of the deadline so they can check them for
How to Download CAT 2023 Admit Card?
Only on the official website will you be able to download the CAT admission card for 2023. Candidates have to take the actions outlined below in order to download their CAT 2023 admit card:
- Visit iimcat.ac.in to access the official CAT 2023 website.
- Click ‘Login’.
- Type your registration ID and password in.
- Click “download” to save the admit card to your computer.
- Print off your CAT 2023 admissions card.
- Type your registration ID and password in.
- Click “download” to save the admit card to your computer.
- Print out your CAT 2023 admissions card.
Details Shown on the Admit Card
- Candidate’s Name
- Candidate’s caste
- Candidate’s date of birth
- Candidate’s photo
- Candidate’s signature
- Registration number
- Date and time of the exam
- exam centre address
- Google map link to locate the exam centre
- Emergency contact number
- Test system number to identify your examination room
- CAT-related instructions
Candidate issues with downloading the CAT admit card
Aspirants usually face the following problems when downloading their admission cards.
1. Slow internet speed:
Sometimes the wi-fi on your laptop or mobile device may not be functioning properly or you may not have enough internet bandwidth. Verify your internet connection’s speed. Download your CAT exam admit card using a faster internet connection if your current one is slow.
2.Website not responding:
For the CAT Exam, more than 2,50,000 students will apply. Technical problems with the CAT website could occur occasionally because of a high visitor volume or for any other reason. Wait a little while in this case rather than trying to log in again. After logging out, return to the website later to download your admission card.
3.Wrong account details or a password
If you can’t remember your login information or have forgotten your password, use the “forgot password” option on the exam website and follow the instructions to update your password so you can use it to get your CAT hall ticket.
4. Check any Errors in CAT Admit Card 2023
Candidates must double-check and triple-verify all the information on the admission card after downloading it. The following details on the CAT exam admit card ought to correspond with those on the CAT application form:
- Your name should be spelled exactly as it appears on the CAT application form.
- The registered user ID and the CAT registration number must match.
- Date of birth must match that on the application and in other official papers.
- The PwD/DA status must match that in the CAT application form.
- Caste category status must match that on the CAT application.
- The test city must be selected from one of the list of alternatives on the application.
- The candidate’s picture and signature have to be readable.
Documents required Along With CAT Exam Admit Card 2023
In addition to their CAT exam admit cards, candidates must have additional identity issued by the previous college or university or by the Government of India. The list of documents that they may carry as identification is provided below:
- Aadhaar card
- Voter ID
- Passport
- PAN card
- E-Aadhaar
- Ration Card
- College/University ID
- Driver’s license
CAT Exam Day Instructions
- The CAT 2023 admit card and a photo ID proof (original and photocopy) are required to be carried by candidates.
- Only the CAT 2023 admission card and a photo ID card are permitted inside the testing facility.
- The authorities will provide a writing pad and a pen for rough work, which must be returned following the test. On the writing pad, candidates must put their names and registration numbers.
- Candidates must reach the CAT exam centre at the reporting time mentioned in their admit cards.
- Candidates must use the Reference Number printed on the admit card to identify the door/wing/lab at the test venue on the day of the test
- Candidates are not supposed to sign their CAT admit card beforehand. The admit card is to be signed only inside the exam hall in front of the invigilator
- Candidates must affix their photo on the admit card printouts same as the one uploaded with the CAT application form
- Mobile phones, calculators, iPads or any other gadget are prohibited inside the examination hall
- Jewellery that contains metal, clothes with pockets, jackets, and footwear are prohibited inside the exam hall
- candidates with a metal implant, pacemaker, etc. in their body will be required to bring a medical certificate of the same
CAT Exam Timings
| CAT exam slot | Exam timing | Reporting time | Last entry allowed |
|---|---|---|---|
| slot1 | 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM | 7:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| slot2 | 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| slot3 | 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
Conclusion
Understanding the CAT exam pattern is crucial for adequate preparation. Aspirants must develop strong skills in each section and practice time management to tackle the diverse question types within the stipulated timeframes. By familiarizing themselves with the structure and nuances of the exam, candidates can approach the CAT with confidence and increase their chances of securing admission to esteemed management programs.
FAQ's
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- Verbal and Reading Comprehension.
- Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning.
- Quantitative Ability.
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The CAT can be taken only once every year on a date specified by the convening IIM. The date on which the CAT will be conducted is announced by the convening IIM in July or August of every year. There is no restriction on the number of attempts you can take the CAT and no upper age limit.
DILR proves to be the trickiest question of CAT owing to the unpredictability of the questions and lack of syllabus.
The qualifying CAT cut off is fixed category wise. The cut off for General category students is high (90), while for reserved category students, it is low (70 and below). The final CAT cut off is fixed category wise.
The candidate must be graduated in any stream from a recognized university or have an equivalent qualification that the Ministry of HRD recognizes in India, as per the CAT Eligibility. For general and NC-OBC category candidates, the minimum percentage requirement is 50%. (45% for reserved category).
