CAT Application Form 2024: Registration Dates, Fees

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CAT 2024 Exam Highlights

CAT, the premier MBA entrance exam in India, is recognized by over 1000 B-schools nationwide for admissions to MBA/PGDM programs. Here are the key highlights:

CAT Exam Particulars	CAT 2024 Details
CAT Full Form	Common Admission Test (CAT)
Conducting Institute for 2024	IIM Calcutta (subject to confirmation)
Exam Level	National
Exam Frequency	Once a year
CAT 2024 Exam Date	November 24, 2024
CAT Exam Timings	Session 1: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM Session 2: 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM Session 3: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
CAT Exam Fees	INR 2,400 (General category) INR 1,200 (Reserved category)
Number of Test Takers	3.30 lakh (in 2023)
CAT exam mode	Computer Based Test (CBT) with MCQs and non-MCQs
No. of test cities	155
CAT exam website	https://iimcat.ac.in
Exam helpdesk no.	1-800-210-1088 (Toll Free)

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CAT Application Form

• You can choose six test cities to take your CAT Exam in order of preference.
• For the first time, the application form will calculate your work experience in days instead of months.
• CAT Registration is a completely online process to be completed on the CAT official website.
• The CAT Registration Fee is Rs.2000, including the IIM Application and CAT exam fees. You do not have to pay any other fee to apply to 20 IIMs!
• It is advisable to register and apply for the CAT exam well before the last date, as some technical glitches are expected during the last days of registration.

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• CAT Exam Application Correction

CAT Application Form Important Dates

Check the CAT application form dates below:

Documents Required For Filling CAT Registration Form 2024

Here is the complete list of documents required for the CAT application form. It is advisable to keep the following details ready before you start filling out the form.

• Email Address
• Mobile Number
• Caste Certificate
• PwD Certificate
• Passport Size Photo
• Signature
• Personal Details
• Academic Details
• Work experience certificate (if any)
• Payment Mode

Size/Format Documents

• Passport size photo in the dimension of 30 mm (width) x 45 mm (height) in JPEG/JPG.
• Signature (Black/ Blue) in the dimension of 80 mm (width) x 35 mm (height) in JPEG/JPG.
• SC/ ST/ EWS/ NC-OBC Certificate to be uploaded during CAT registration 2024

How To Fill CAT Application Form 2024?

The application form for CAT will be available on the official website. To avoid mistakes, it is recommended that you check the information before and after filling out the application form.

Guidelines To Follow While Registering

• Candidates need to apply for the CAT exam on or before the last date for CAT registration.
• Using Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome while filling out the CAT application form is recommended.
• You need to keep all the images and documents ready to ensure no delays while filling out the application form.
• Ensure you check and update all the education details.
• Before submitting the application form, check all the information you have entered to avoid errors.
• Choose the center that is convenient for you. Note: You can choose up to 6 test centers.
• Read and find the list of CAT participating institutes.

How To Fill The Application Form? [Step-By-Step Guide]

Here is a complete guide on how to fill out the CAT application form 2024:

• The application form will be available only in Online Mode.
• Candidates can visit the CAT official website to fill out the form.
• Fill in the required details carefully, such as Personal Details, Educational Details, and other required details.
• Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature.
• The CAT Application form correction facility will be available from the 4th week of September 2024.
• Candidates can pay the application fee online.
• After filling in all the details and making the payment, take a printout of the application form and save it.

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CAT Application Fee

• The CAT Application fee will be payable only in Online Mode.
• Candidates can pay the Application Fee through a Credit/Debit Card or Internet Banking.

Category	Application Fee
General/ OBC Category	Rs. 2400/-
SC/ST/PWD	Rs. 1200/-

Conclusion

The CAT application form will be available on the official website from August 2024. You must complete it to appear for the examination. The form will include your personal, educational, and professional details and qualifications.

In this post, we have explained in detail how to complete the registration form, fees, dates, required documents, and more.

All the best for your exam!

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