CAT Application Form Correction 2024: A Step-By-Step Guide

The official notification for the IIM CAT Exam 2024 has been released on 30th July 2024 and the registration will start from 1st August 2024. The application correction process will best done/available via online mode.

The exact date for the form correction notification will be issued by CAT once the registration process wraps up and is expected to be on 25th September 2024.

Highlight table for the CAT Form Correction Date 2023

Event Dates
CAT Registration Begins 1st August 2024, Thursday, 10.00AM (IST).
CAT Registration Last Date September 13, 2024, Friday, 5.00PM (IST).
CAT Correction window Start Date (Out) September 25 2024 (5:00 PM)
CAT Correction window Last Date (Out) September 25 2024
Availability of admit card November 5, 2024, Tuesday
CAT 2024 Exam date November 24, 2024

CAT Application Form Correction

You’re requested to keep in mind the below things if you wish to correct your application form for CAT.

  • Candidates can correct their application form online on the CAT official website.
  • This correction window allows you to make changes only once, hence you must ensure you put in the right details as per your mark sheets.

Details That Can Be Corrected

Candidates can edit the following fields only. Check Below:

Candidates Can Edit

  • Photograph
  • Signature 
  • Test City Preferences

Candidates Cannot Edit

  • Candidate’s Name.
  • Candidate’s Mobile Number.
  • Date of Birth (DOB).
  • Email-ID.
  • Candidates State.

Steps to Fill the CAT Application Form Correction

Candidates need to follow the below-given steps in order to correct their application form:

  • You have to visit the official website of the CAT.
  • Enter your user ID and password.
  • Then, you need to click on the login button.
  • After that, you will find the correction window 
  • You need to click on the edit section listed before and then change or correct the given details.
  • Click on I agree in the declaration window and submit. 

Conclusion

The CAT application form correction window allows candidates to make changes to their applications. A short edit window will be announced for the candidates to make certain changes to their application form.

However, you must keep in mind that the correction window doesn’t mean you will be able to change your entire application form, so you have to make sure that you are extra vigilant while filling out the form.

We will keep you posted here if there are any other official notifications regarding the same.

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CAT Application Form Correction 2024: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is CAT Application Form Correction?

CAT Application Form Correction allows candidates to rectify errors or update information in their submitted CAT application form.

2. When does CAT Application Form Correction window open?

The CAT Application Form Correction window typically opens a few days after the closure of the application submission period.

3. How long does the CAT Application Form Correction window remain open?

The CAT Application Form Correction window remains open for a limited period, usually around 3-4 days.

4. What details can be corrected during the CAT Application Form Correction period?

During the correction period, candidates can correct details such as personal information (name, date of birth), educational qualifications, category, and communication address.

5. Are there any restrictions on the corrections that can be made?

While minor corrections can usually be made without any issues, changes to certain critical fields, such as email ID or mobile number, may require additional verification or approval from the exam authorities.

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