CAT 2023/ 2024 Enlistment Final date has been amplified till 21st September 2023. Exam is being conducted on 26th November 2023 through online CBT mode. IIM (Indian Establishing of Administration) on rotational premise each year sorts out CAT. IIM Lucknow is the specialist mindful for conducting CAT 2024. This national level entrance exam could be a pre-requisite for affirmation in different administration programs – Post Graduate & Individual/ Doctorate courses of IIMs.
CAT 2024 Overview
| Exam Name | CAT (Common Admission Test) |
| Level of Exam | National level |
| Conducting Authority | IIMs on rotation basis |
| Courses offered | Management courses – Post Graduate & Fellow/ Doctorate |
| Mode of exam | Online CBT mode |
| Mode of registration | Online mode |
| Sessions | Once in a year in 3 sessions/ shifts |
| Registration start date | July 2023 |
| Exam date | November 2023 |
CAT 2024 Exam Dates
| Events | Dates 2024 (Official) |
| Notification releases | 30th July 2023 |
| Start of registration process | 2nd August 2023 |
| Last date to apply | 21st September 2023 (till 11 am) |
| Correction facility opens | 3rd-4th week of September 2023 |
| Availability of admit card | 25th October 2023 |
| CAT Exam | 26th November 2023 |
| Answer key releases | 1st week of December 2023 |
| Submission of objections/ suggestions | Till 3-4 days after release |
| Declaration of result | 3rd week of December 2023 |
| Starting of CAP (common admission process) | January 2024 |
| Releases of Cut off by participating institutions | January/ February 2024 |
CAT 2024 Registration
Online enlistment prepare of CAT 2024 has begun on 2nd Admirable 2023.
Total notice almost exam and its enrollment date has been educated within the notice made accessible on 30th July 2023.
Total must make beyond any doubt to go through total informational given some time recently filling the shape to dodge any perplexity afterward.
Enrollment office will be accessible online till 21st September 2023.
Fill all the required points of interest and must make beyond any doubt to enlist utilizing one of a kind & substantial mail address & versatile number as all official communication will be done through it.
All points of interest like individual data, scholastic subtle elements, work encounter, test city, programs, pictures, records, etc. must be accumulated some time recently enlisting.
After totally filling the frame, understudies must check all points of interest and after that at last yield the shape as no ask for changes will be entertained afterward.
Maintain a strategic distance from accommodation of different frame, because it may lead to dismissal of frame.
Registration Fee:
- Candidates can pay application fee online mode.
- For ST, SC, PWD category, fee is Rs.1200.
- For all other category candidates (General/ EWS/ NC-OBC), fee is Rs.2400.
- Online fee payment can be done through various modes – Debit card/ credit card/ net banking/ UPI.
- Students are required to pay fee only once, irrespective of the institutions he/she is applying for.
- Once paid, fee will not be refunded under any circumstances.
How to Register for CAT 2024:
- Visit the online website (Link is given above).
- Register Online by creating user profile under given option – ‘New Candidate Registration’.
- Click on Generate OTP and verify it through SMS send on your mobile.
- Fill details – name, DOB, email address, mobile number
- Once form submission is done the entries cannot be edited.
- Agree to declaration and confirmation of registration.
- Now login to website using received generated User Id and Password.
- Now fill application form with details – personal, work experience, academics, test city, programmes, payment, etc.
- Upload mandatory documents as per specified format and size.
- Fill academic qualification details – 10th/ 12th/ UG/ PG degree details.
- Add/ Select work experience (if you have any), applied programmes, test city.
- Now end step is to make fee payment as per provided payment gateways.
- Ensure complete details filled in application are correct and submit finally.
- Take print out of application form for any further reference.
CAT 2024 Application Correction
- Carefully review your application form before making any changes.
- Make sure that all of the information you provide is accurate and up-to-date.
- If you are unsure about whether or not you can make a change, contact the CAT helpdesk.
- Submit your corrected application form as soon as possible.
CAT 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution.
- Candidates in the final year of their bachelor’s degree are also eligible to apply.
- Candidates must have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in their bachelor’s degree (or equivalent CGPA).
- For reserved categories (SC, ST, and PWD), the minimum percentage is 45%.
- There is no age limit to apply for the CAT exam.
CAT Seat Reservation
| Category | Reservation |
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| OBC- NCL | 27% |
| EWS | 10% |
| PWD | 5% |
| CAT Parameters | Weightage |
| CAT 2023 | 25 |
| PI | 30 |
| WAT | 10 |
| Class 10 | 10 |
| Class 12 | 5 |
| Graduation | 10 |
| Weighted Work Experience | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
CAT 2024 Exam Pattern
- Test mode: The exam will be held in online CBT mode.
- Time Duration: 120 minutes are provided to complete the paper. For PWD, 160 minutes are provided.
- Number of sessions/ shifts: Paper will be conducted in three shifts.
- Type of Questions: There will be objective & subjective questions in the paper.
- Number of Questions: Total 66 questions will be asked in exam.
- Marking: 3 marks will be awarded for each correct answer. 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect response.
- Number of sections: There will be three sections in paper as categorized in the below table.
| Sections | No of Questions |
| Verbal ability and reading comprehension | 24 |
| Data Interpretation and logical reasoning | 20 |
| Quantitative ability | 22 |
| Total | 66 |
CAT 2024 Syllabus
| Section | Topics | Sub-Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) | Reading comprehension | Passages from a variety of sources, such as fiction, non-fiction, and business |
| Vocabulary | ||
| Grammar | ||
| Critical reasoning | ||
| Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) | Data interpretation | Tables, charts, graphs, and other data formats |
| Logical reasoning | ||
| Quantitative Ability (QA) | Arithmetic | Numbers, percentages, averages, and other arithmetic concepts |
| Algebra | ||
| Geometry | ||
| Trigonometry |
- Make a study plan. Identify the topics that you need to focus on and create a study plan accordingly.
- Take mock tests. Mock tests are a great way to practice for the CAT exam and to identify your strengths and weaknesses.
- Use the right study materials. There are a number of books and online resources available to help you prepare for the CAT exam. Use the study materials that are most relevant to your needs and learning style.
- Get help from experts. If you are struggling with a particular topic, don’t be afraid to seek help from an expert.
CAT 2024 Preparation Tips
- Go through complete details about CAT Syllabus, pattern, etc.
- Start making a strategy for exam preparation.
- Follow the prepared routine strictly without any excuse.
- Keep major portion of your day for study and also include short breaks in between.
- Make short notes and go through these regularly.
- Solve previous year papers and sample papers.
- Take mock tests for better practice.
Final CAT Selection Process
- CAT score
- Academic record
- WAT performance
- PI performance
- Work experience (if applicable)
- Diversity factors (such as gender, category, etc.
FAQ'S:
To be eligible for CAT 2024, candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution. Final year students are also eligible to apply. Candidates must have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in their bachelor’s degree (or equivalent CGPA).
The CAT 2024 exam pattern is expected to be the same as the CAT 2023 exam pattern. The exam will consist of three sections:
- Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)
- Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)
- Quantitative Ability (QA)
The CAT 2024 syllabus is quite comprehensive, and it covers a wide range of topics in VARC, DILR, and QA. You can find the detailed syllabus on the official CAT website.
