CAT 2019 - Results (Released), Cut off, Application Form, Eligibility, Reservation, Syllabus, Admit Card

Common Admission Test commonly known as CAT Exam is conducted for MBA admissions into top-notch b-schools. This entrance exam is conducted by an IIM every year. CAT 2019 was conducted by IIM Kozhikode. Test centres are spread across 156 cities in India. Apart from the IIMs, other private b-schools like MDI, TAPMI, MICA accept CAT Score for PGDM admission. 

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CAT 2019 Paper Analysis

CAT 2020 registration will start tentatively from August 7, 2020. The last date to apply for CAT will be September 25, 2020 (expected). Candidates can use CAT reference books available at our portal to prepare and do well in the exam.

CAT Exam is one of the management entrance exam conducted by IIM. Candidates will be ranked based on CAT score to get admitted into the best management colleges in India like IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, and IIM Calcutta, etc. This exam is conducted online and the results are announced on the common official website iimcat.ac.in. Here are the updates that will help you to crack CAT Exam 2020.

What is CAT Exam 2020?

The full form of CAT is the Common Admission Test. CAT Exam is the most popular national-level management entrance exam conducted by the Indian Institute of Management (IIMs) for admission to 20 IIM's and more than 100 B-schools across India. It is conducted and administered by one of the IIMs on a yearly rotational basis.

Purpose: CAT exam helps management course aspirants to get admission in Top Management Colleges in India. The number of applicants for CAT 2020 is expected to be more than 2 lakh. Last year around 2.41 lakh candidates had registered themselves for this exam. It is conducted once every year.

PG Management Programmes: Through CAT, IIMs offer MBA, PGP, PGP-FABM, PGPEM, PGDM, EPGP PGPSM, PGPWE, PGDHRM, PGPEX, and PGPBM.

Difficulty: CAT is an aptitude test designed to evaluate an applicant's Quantitative, Verbal/reading, Data Interpretation, and Reasoning Skills. After analyzing CAT previous year papers, it is evident that Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) has always been the toughest section in the paper. VARC (Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension) section complexity is mostly moderate and QA so far has always been the easiest.

CAT Percentile: CAT Scorecard contains percentile marks. Candidates attempting 63-67 questions with the right responses can expect a decent CAT Percentile. However, the percentile is a relative measure of the performance as it depends on how good/bad other test takers perform.

Payment: Payment of CAT 2020 Application Fee can be made online via Debit Card/ Credit Card/ Internet Banking only. Offline payment is not entertained.

Placement: More than 50 institutes offering masters or postgraduate diplomas in management across India consider the CAT exam score as the valid criteria for admission, every year.

CAT 2020 Exam Dates

CAT exam dates had been released on the official website in July for last year. The conducting authority, IIM Kozhikode had released CAT exam dates for 2019.

IIM will commence registrations tentatively from August 7, 2020. The last date to apply for CAT 2020 is expected to be September 25, 2020.

Note: All the dates mentioned above are tentative and will be updated once the conducting authority mentions it on the official website.

CAT 2020 Paper Analysis

CAT 2019 was conducted on November 24, 2019, in two slots: Slot-1 and Slot-2. This year IIM Kozhikode was responsible to conduct CAT exam. The difficulty of the CAT exam 2019 was moderate as most of the appeared candidates were confident in getting a good score.

CAT Slot-1 Analysis

It has been reviewed that CAT Slot-1 was moderately difficult overall. The complexity of the English Comprehension section gave the students a hard time understanding the crux of the topic. The Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning section was moderately difficult and the Quantitative section was the easiest of all.

CAT 2019 Quant Analysis

The quant section of CAT 2019 consisted of 34 questions. The paper had MCQ type questions and non-MCQ type questions as well. There was no negative marking for the non-MCQ type questions. Each correct answer awarded 3 marks to the candidate whereas every wrong answer had a penalty of 1 mark. Candidates had to finish this section within 60 minutes. The pattern of questions from Quant section was as follows:

• Algebra: 8-10 questions
• Arithmetic: 8-10 questions
• Numbers: 6-8 questions
• Geometry: 5-7 questions
• Modern Maths: 1 or 2 questions

CAT 2019 DI & LR Analysis

CAT 2019 had 32 questions from the DI & LR section and was moderately difficult for the candidates to comprehend. Time allocated to attempt this section was 60 minutes. The number of non-MCQ type of questions has increased from 27 last year to 31 this year.

CAT 2019 English Comprehension Analysis

CAT 2019 exam had a tough English Comprehension part which had 34 questions. This section had to be finished in 60 minutes. The para jumbles this year had 4 sentences instead of 5. Rest of the questions asked were in below fashion:

• Reading Comprehensions: 24 questions from 5 passages
• Verbal Ability: 10 questions 
• Para jumbles: 4 questions
• Para Summary: 3 questions
• Out of content questions: 3 questions

CAT Slot-2 Analysis

The DILR section asked in Slot-2 was easier as compared to that of Slot-1. Quantitative Aptitude section was easy when compared to last year but was lengthier when compared to Slot-1. 15+ questions were asked from Arithmetic only. English Comprehension & Verbal section was of the same difficulty as Slot-1. It was difficult when compared to what was asked in CAT 2017 and CAT 2018.

CAT 2019 VARC Analysis

As compared to the forenoon session of the CAT 2019 exam, the questions were no cakewalk for the students. Reading Comprehension part of VARC was very tricky and involved heavy reading. The difficulty level was higher than in the previous year's paper. RC section had 4 passages of 5 questions each and 1 passage of 4 questions.

Verbal Ability section had 10 questions asked out of which 3 were Odd One Out-type, 3 were Para summary questions and 4 were PFQs.

CAT 2019 DI & LR Analysis

The difficulty of the DI & LR section was easier when compared to the previous year's paper. This section had 8 sets with 4 questions each (32 questions in all). Out of these 8 sets, 4 sets were easier to solve which is unusual in CAT's history. Candidates who had conceptual clarity would have solved this section with ease. 

CAT 2019 Quant Analysis

The quant section of the forenoon session had questions from Arithmetic (Time, Work & Distance, Profit & Loss, Ratios, Equations, Interest), Geometry, Algebra, Numbers, and Mensuration. The questions were easy to solve because of the less worldly questions. Moreover, some questions would get solved in no time. The questions asked in this section were 34 in all.

CAT 2020 Eligibility Criteria

To satisfy CAT 2020 eligibility, candidates need to have completed their graduation degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or an equivalent CGPA from a recognized university or educational institute. The college or institute that a candidate has studied in shall abide by the Act of Parliament or State legislature in India or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of HRD, Government of India.

Candidates who are in the final year of their UG courses are also eligible to apply for CAT 2020. Further, if that candidate gets admission into an IIM he or she will be allowed to join the programme provisionally only if a candidate produces a certificate from the principal or registrar of the institute or university in which he/she has studied. The certificate must state that the student has completed all the necessary procedures for a Bachelor's degree. Moreover, this certificate must be issued on or before the stipulated time mentioned by the particular IIM in which the student got admission.

Applicants who have a CA/CS/ICWA degree will also be considered eligible to apply for CAT. General category candidates and candidates under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) need to have obtained a minimum score of 50% in any of the Bachelor's degree programs, whereas reserved category (SC/ST/PWD) candidates must have obtained a minimum of 45% aggregate marks.

Under CAT exam eligibility, there is no restriction for the upper age limit of a candidate. Also, there is no limit to the number of attempts. Candidates need to fill information about work experience (if any) in the application form, however, it is not a criterion to be fulfilled to attempt the entrance exam. Check the table below for the minimum percentage required for the following categories:

Aspirants have to mention caste or community details as per CAT Caste Certificate Format specified in the application form. Students belonging to OBC (NCL) caste must produce the pertaining certificate for CAT Exam 2020.

CAT 2020 Reservation Statistics

There are certain seat reservations in CAT offered by IIMs for reserved category candidates. The exact count is as shown below:

Note:

• During the application process, candidates are advised to provide all the correct information. Failing to do so will result in the rejection of a candidate's application.
• Candidates who successfully make it to the interview have to present the required set of documents. Failing to do so will result in the rejection of a candidate's application.

CAT 2020 Exam Syllabus

CAT 2019 syllabus is based on questions asked from various topic backgrounds. CAT exam syllabus is divided into 3 sections which test the Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR), Verbal Ability (VA), and Quantitative Aptitude (QA). There is no General Awareness section and testing. Syllabus for CAT 2019 usually remains the same for consecutive years. The only difference lies in the manner in which the questions are put up. For more information, visit CAT Exam Syllabus.

Preparation Tips for CAT 2020 Exam?

CAT is often considered as one of the most difficult exams in India. But if prepared in a strategic way anyone can ace this exam and get a very good score. CAT 2019 was recently conducted in November. Now the focus has been shifted to CAT 2020. Anyone preparing for the upcoming CAT exam can look into the syllabus and check the preparation tips given here.

Start with basics

Basics are very important and one has to be thorough with the basics to solve all kinds of problems. To begin with, you can focus on topics like Arithmetic, Numbers, Geometry and gradually build on your knowledge on other less important topics like Functions, Inequalities, Permutation, and Combinations, etc.

It is also important to focus on small topics like Progressions, Logarithms, etc. As far as verbal and RC are concerned it is very important to read a lot. Reading on a variety of topics is very important to perform on the day of the exam. DI and LR practice a lot of puzzles and this will help you to ace this section.

Take Mocks

Equally important to basics is taking mocks. Take mocks in the beginning phase of your preparation. It will help you to gauge your strengths and weaknesses. Then you can build your strategies accordingly and work your way to glory.

Practice

It is important to stick to a practice regime and follow it religiously. Do a lot of practice for this will strengthen our conceptual knowledge as well as increase your speed. In this way, you can increase accuracy and the number of attempts.

CAT 2020 Exam Pattern

As per the exam pattern for CAT 2019, the paper will consist of 3 sections with a total of 100 questions. You need to ensure that you score a high score in every section as there is also a sectional cut off in IIMs for shortlisting.

3 marks will be awarded for each correct answer and 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer. CAT 2019 examination will be conducted Online (Computer-based test). CAT 2019 paper will consist of 2 types of questions: MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) as well as non-MCQs.

There will be a total of 100 questions in all. Sections like Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Ability, Verbal and Reading Comprehension will be covered in CAT exam pattern. Candidates will be provided 3 hours to complete the exam which counts to an hour per section.

CAT 2020 Registration Process

Online CAT 2019 application form will be rolled out on August 7, 2020. The last date to apply for CAT 2019 will be September 25, 2020. The application form will be available online on the official website iimcat.ac.in.

CAT 2019 registration form is a 5-page document. Following are some facts related to it:

• The application process for CAT every year will last till September 25, 2020.
• Once a candidate completes CAT registration 2019, IIM Kozhikode (conducting authority) will send registration ID and password to the candidate which have to be used to login to the official website and complete the application process.

Documents required to fill the application form

Following documents are required to fill CAT 2019 application form:

• Scanned images of your passport size photo and signature.
• An attested SC/ST/OBC certificate.
• PwD Certificate signed and attested by respective authorities.

How to apply for CAT Exam?

The application process of CAT 2019 is a four-step procedure which is mentioned below:

Step 1: Registration:

Go to the official website www.iimcat.ac.in. Register yourself by entering your email id, phone number, and date of birth. Candidates are advised to provide a valid and working mail ID & phone number as all further communications will be notified on the same.

Step 2: Fill CAT Application Form:

This step will ask a candidate to provide details like personal details, contact information, academic details, work experience, program preference and exam centre preference for CAT 2019 Application Form completion.

Step 3: Uploading Documents:

Upload scanned images of your recent passport size photograph, signature and other required documents as asked in the process. Make sure you check the specifications before uploading any of these files.

Candidates belonging to reserved category have to produce the necessary documents. For instance, OBC candidates must produce the OBC Certificate for CAT Exam.

Step 4: Payment of Application Fee:

CAT 2019 registration fees can be paid online using a debit/credit card or net banking. Find category-wise application fees for CAT 2019:

CAT 2020 Application Form

On successful completion of the application process an email, a message on the registered mobile number will be sent confirming the status of the candidate's CAT application form.

The application status is “Successfully Submitted” if the application gets accepted or else “Application Rejected” is shown indicating any mistake made during the process.

CAT Application Form Correction

Candidates tend to make mistakes while filling the application form. Since CAT is a major career deciding exam, the authority facilitates the candidates with an Application Form Correction window during which candidates can make changes to the information provided in their application.

How to Register for Non-IIM participating institutes in CAT Exam?

Follow the steps given below to register to Non-IIM institutes:

• Step 1: Visit the official website iimcat.ac.in
• Step 2: Navigate to CAT 2019 link which will be available on the right part of the screen.
• Step 3: Click on "Downloading of MOU and the Application Form".
• Step 4: Pay the required fees.
• Step 5: Carefully fill CAT 2019 Application Form and MOU. Then send the scanned copies duly filled-in, signed and stamped along with the required enclosures (mentioned inside application form) through email.
• Step 6: Stamped and signed MOU (2 copies), Application Form (single copy) in original and other hard copies of documents as specified along with Application Form must be sent duly filled to the Admissions Office of IIM Kozhikode to its address given below latest by July 21, 2019:

CAT Centre, C/o Admissions Office, Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode
IIMK Campus P. O.,
Kozhikode, Kerala, India,
PIN - 673 570

Note: The program brochure can be sent exclusively or separately along with the other required hard copies as stated above.

CAT 2020 Admit Card

CAT 2019 Admit Card will be available for download from the official website from October 23, 2020 onwards. CAT 2019 Hall Ticket will have the applicant's personal details and information regarding the test such as test venue, session, etc. Hall ticket will facilitate a candidate's entry into the examination hall provided it is presented with any other valid Govt. ID Proof of the candidate. Candidates belonging to reserved categories in CAT exam should verify whether the right category has been mentioned.

Discrepancies: If any discrepancy is found in the CAT Admit Card, candidates must notify the authority for corrections. Moreover, if the candidate finds any difficulty with the registration or application form then he or she may contact CAT centre with the below-given contact details.

• 1800-266-3549
• cathelpdesk@iimcat.ac.in

Documents to be carried to the exam centre

The following documents are needed that a student will need to carry with himself/herself along with CAT hall ticket to his/her allotted exam centre. Only one out of the below photo ID proofs is needed by the candidate at the time of appearing for CAT.

• Aadhaar Card
• Voter ID Card
• Passport
• PAN Card
• Driving License
• Photo ID issued by the current education institute or the employer.

CAT 2020 Exam Centres

CAT exam will be conducted in 156 cities across India in 2019. Students can select 4 exam centres i.e they can provide 4 preferences for the test venue in CAT 2019 Form. CAT Exam Centres in Bangalore are many, here below we have enlisted the names of test cities in Karanataka.

There are many test centres in India across different states. Students can choose the best test centre for them as per their convenience. Go through the complete list of CAT Exam Centres

How to check CAT 2020 Results?

IIM Kozhikode is expected to release CAT 2019 Results in the 2^nd week of January 2019. Scorecards will be published online along with the results. Candidates will be notified about their percentile via SMS and the score will be valid for 1 year.

After CAT 2019 Results are announced, different institutes will start publishing their CAT 2019 Cut-off percentiles for further processes. The step-wise process to obtain CAT result 2019 is given below:

1. Visit the official website.
2. Navigate to click on "Download CAT 2019 Score Card" notification.
3. You will be redirected to the login page.
4. Provide your User ID and Password.
5. You will be redirected to the candidate's account page.
6. Click on the Download Scorecard link and download it for future reference.

CAT Percentile Predictor

CAT 2019 Results will be announced on January 4, 2021 (tentatively as per the official website). Candidates can download their scorecards from the official website. Candidates can predict their percentile using the CAT Percentile Predictor. This will help them to target specific colleges for admission.

Once the results have been declared, all participating institutes will release their cut off details for admissions. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in CAT (percentile obtained).

CAT 2020 Cutoff

The minimum percentile required to clear CAT Cutoff for different sections is provided below. Previous year CAT cut off can be very helpful to the students to plan carefully for the current year's exam.

CAT 2020 Admission Process

Candidates have to submit the original documents during CAT 2019 Counselling. There is no specific date for CAT Counselling, as each IIM and each private college will conduct its admission or selection process on different dates. If a candidate is selected for a particular program in an IIM a mail will be sent to that shortlisted candidate. Criteria for shortlisting candidates also differ amongst the IIMs.

The list of shortlisted candidates for a particular IIM will be available on the website of the concerned IIM. Moreover, as each IIM follows a different admission process, one must visit the website of that particular IIM to learn about the admission policy followed.

Generally, the selection process involves a Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). CAT Score will be given the foremost importance for selection. Some IIMs might even consider some factors like previous academic records and work experience. However, the weightage given to each of these parameters varies from one IIM to the other.

• CAT Score
• Personal Interview
• Written Ability Test (WAT)
• Academic Diversity Factor for Bachelor's Degree (ADFB)
• Work Experience

Note: Each college gives a different weightage to the criteria mentioned above. Most colleges nevertheless provide the maximum weightage to CAT Score.

Documents to be carried at the admission centre

• Original Marksheets (all semesters) and degree certificate
• SC/ST/PWD/EWS candidates must produce relevant Class/Caste/Disability or pertaining certificate along with a photocopy.
• Final year candidates must produce a certificate from the principal or registrar of the institute or university along with previous exam's mark sheet (minimum of 50% for General/EWS and 45% for SC/ST/PWD Category)

Courses Offered by IIMs in 2019 after CAT

The following are the courses offered at prestigious IIMs to the candidates who qualify CAT with flying colours.

Fellow Programmes in Management (FPM) [Doctoral]

Other than Diploma in Management, IIMs offer FPM and EFPM which are equivalent to Ph.D. programmes. EFPM stands for Executive Fellow Programme in Management and FPM stands for Fellow Programme in Management. IIMs which provide the FPM and EFPM are compiled below in the table.

Note: Separate advertisements may be released for courses other than PGP by various IIMs. Candidates are expected to visit the official website of the concerned IIM and check the availability of the course, its eligibility criteria, admission process and then apply for it.

The list of non-IIM institutes that accept the CAT score is available on www.iimcat.ac.in. IIMs have no role to play in the admission process of a candidate in Non-IIM institutes.

Registration Trend over the years

CAT Registration over the years is shown in the table below:

CAT FAQs

Q. What is the marking scheme for non-MCQ questions in CAT Exam?

Ans. There will not be any particular marking scheme for non-MCQ/ TITA questions, but the right responses to these questions will add the score to the overall percentile.

Q. Is there a marking scheme defined for MCQ type questions in CAT?

Ans. 3 marks are awarded for every correct answer and 1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.

Q. What are some of the most important topics in the QA section for CAT exam preparation?

Ans. Check the following:

• Number system
• Arithmetic
• Algebra
• Geometry
• Permutation and combination
• Set theory, trigonometry and
• logarithms

Q. What are some of the most important topics in the Verbal and Reading comprehension section for CAT exam preparation?

Ans. Check the following:

• Fact Inference Judgment
• Fill in the blanks
• Grammar
• Para Completion
• Para Jumble
• Sentence Correction
• Verbal Reasoning
• Word Usage (Vocabulary)

Q. How can I check my CAT result online?

Ans. A simple 4 step process to check the CAT result online is as follows:

1. Visit the official website.
2. Navigate to click on ‘Download CAT Score Card'.
3. You will be redirected to the login page.
4. Provide your User Id and Password.
5. You will be redirected to the candidate's account page.
6. Click on the Download Scorecard link and download it for future reference.

Q. What was the IIM interview cut off last year?

Ans. The cutoff for different IIMs is enumerated below:

Q. I am still in my final year of Bachelor‘s Degree. While filling the application form what marks should I enter?

Ans. Mention the marks according to the last mark sheet you received from the University.

Q. What is the maximum age limit for CAT exam?

Ans. No, there is no age limit for CAT eligibility.

Q. Can I write the exam in multiple slots?

Ans. No, a candidate can only write the exam in the specified one-time slot.

Q. What marks is a dual degree (B.Tech+M.Tech) holder supposed to enter in qualification column?

Ans. You will have separate columns for providing graduation (B.Tech) marks and post-graduation (M.Tech) marks.

Q. When is the CAT 2019 exam scheduled?

Ans. It is scheduled on November 24, 2020. Over 2 lac candidates are supposed to write the online test.

Q. Can I apply for an offline CAT exam?

Ans. No, there is no provision for an offline exam. CAT was conducted in offline mode until 2009.

Q. How many seats are offered by the IIMs for admissions through CAT score?

Ans. There are 4300 seats. It has been the same for the last two years and there has been no official notification regarding any increase in the no. of seats.

Q. How many candidates have registered for CAT 2019?

Ans. Approximately 2.3 lac candidates have registered for CAT 2019

Q. Are seats reserved in IIMs for female candidates?

Ans. No, there is no separate reservation for female candidates in IIMs.

Q. How many institutes in total will use CAT 2019 score to provide admissions?

Ans. Almost a total of 100 institutes and 20 IIMs will consider CAT 2019 score for admissions to post-graduate management programmes.

Q. Do I have to apply separately for admission to different colleges?

Ans. Yes, except for the IIMs any other participating institution will require the candidate's separate application for admission.

Q. What is the minimum percentage required to be eligible for the CAT 2019?

Ans. A bachelor's degree from a recognized institute is compulsory and mandatory for writing the CAT 2019 exam, this must meet the minimum percentage requirement of 55% in the qualifying examination.

Q. Will candidates scoring less than the cut-off still get admission to the participating institutes?

Ans. The candidate must clear the minimum cut off. Failing to do so the candidate cannot apply to any IIM. However, a private institute might still call you for an interview depending on their admission policy.

Q. When will CAT 2019 Admit Card be released?

Ans. The admit card of CAT 2019 can be downloaded on and after October 23, 2020. The candidates can download it from the official website.

Q. If I lose my hall ticket at the exam centre, can I still be able to appear for the exam?

Ans. Yes, you can download the admit card at the exam centre. You need to inform the authorities about the same and they will help you in downloading a duplicate admit card.

Q. What stationeries should I be carrying on the exam day?

Ans. Candidates are prohibited from carrying anything except admit card and the photo ID. A pen and paper will be given to you at the exam centre for rough work which you must return to the authorities before leaving the exam hall.

Q. Is there any travel allowance for reserved category candidates?

Ans. No travelling allowance will be issued to the candidates irrespective of the fact whether they are from reserved or non-reserved categories.

Q. What is the deadline to enter the CAT exam centre?

Ans. For the morning shift exam, candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam hall post 8:45 AM. For the evening shift, candidates will not be allowed inside the exam hall post 2:15 PM.

Q. What are the items banned from being carried at the CAT 2018 exam centre?

Ans. Candidates will not be allowed to carry any of the following items:

• Mobile Phones
• Pen, pencil
• Books/ chits/ sheets/ clips
• Electronic Gadgets
• Watches
• Calculator
• Stationary

Q. Is a calculator allowed in CAT exam?

Ans. Yes, but you will be provided with an on-screen calculator to calculate answers. You will not be allowed to carry your calculator as it can be tampered with.

Q. What is the fee for CAT exam?

Ans. The registration fee for CAT exam is INR 1900/- for General/OBC candidates and INR 950 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.

Q. How long CAT score is valid?

Ans. CAT score is valid until the 31st December of the year for which the admission will be taking place.

Q. Is this right, that the candidates are not allowed any bio-breaks during the exam hours?

Ans. Yes, there will be no-breaks for candidates during exam hours.

Q.What kind of assistance will be provided to PwD candidates at the exam centre?

Ans. For PWD candidates, the following priveledges will be extended at the exam centre:

1. Scribe/ reader- candidates who are suffering from visual impairment or cerebral palsy will be allowed to bring along a scribe as an assistant, the scribe must have filled or submitted affidavits which ensure scribe's authenticity.
2. Other allowed devices- an abacus without a calculator will be allowed for candidates suffering from visual impairment or hearing impairment.

Q. What items are supposed to be carried to the exam centre on the day of the exam?

Ans. One must carry CAT 2019 admit card, along with a valid Government photo ID proof.

Q. What are the different ID proofs that can work as valid photo Id proof?

Ans. Check the following:

• College ID
• Employer ID
• Driving License
• Passport
• PAN Card
• Voter ID
• Aadhaar Card
• Identification Affidavit

Q. During the application form correction window, what all details can be edited?

Ans. Only the following details can be edited:

• Programs selected
• Percentage of marks scored
• Work experience

Rest, cannot be edited within the form correction window. So candidates must be really careful while submitting their application form.

Q. What steps are supposed to be followed to correct details in the CAT 2019 Application Form?

Ans. Follow the steps given below to edit details in the CAT 2019 application Form:

1. Open the official CAT 2019 website.
2. Click on the “existing user” tab.
3. Log in to the portal with the username and password.
4. Check the date supplied in the fields.
5. Edit the information that needs to be corrected.
6. Click on “save “and continue once the whole form has been edited.

Q. Will transgenders be allowed to write the exam?

Ans. Yes, transgenders will be allowed to write the exam. Starting from 2015, transgenders have been allowed to take up CAT by the concerned authorities.

Q. What is the minimum required eligibility criteria to write CAT 2019 ?

Ans. A bachelor's degree from a recognized institute is compulsory and mandatory for writing the CAT 2019exam, this must meet the minimum percentage requirement of 55% in the qualifying examination.

Q. What are the particular information that must be kept handy before starting to fill the CAT application form?

Ans. The following information must be kept handy:

1. Candidate's name
2. Candidate's DOB
3. A valid email address
4. Educational history
5. Mark sheet of the previous qualifying examinations
6. Additional certificates to be uploaded
7. Scanned images of the passport size photo
8. List of IIMs in the order of application

Q. What are the details to be provided in the CAT Application Form?

Ans. You will find the following fields in the form:

1. Personal details
2. Academic details
3. Work experience
4. Programmes
5. Payment of application fee

Q. I have worked as a part-time employee with a management firm. Will my experience be counted during CAT Registration?

Ans. No, part-time job experience will not be counted as work experience, only full-time job experience of graduates will be considered as work experience.

Q. What are the specifications for the photograph file to be uploaded with the CAT application form?

Ans. A scanned copy of the photograph and signature will be considered valid if the same meet the following requirements:

Q. Can I pay the CAT Application Form fee offline using a bank challan or something?

Ans. No, you cannot, Application Fees can be paid online only using a debit/credit card or net banking. Note that no other mode of payment is valid for CAT 2019 Application Process.

Q. What are the documents required to be submitted along with the CAT 2019 application form?

Ans. The candidates must upload the following compulsory documents along with the CAT Application Form:

• A recent scanned photograph
• Scanned image of the signature
• SC/ST/OBC certificate must be signed by competent bodies and must be self-attested, and then scanned and uploaded.
• PWD/DA certificate must be signed by authorities and self-attested thereof, thus scanned and uploaded.

Q. Is it required to send a hard copy of the filled and submitted the application form to the conducting authorities?

Ans. No, it will not be required. But candidates are advised to keep a print out of the same with them for future correspondence.

Q. Can the details in the application form be edited once I have paid the application fees?

Ans. No, all such edits can be made only before the fees have been paid. Certain information can be edited after the payment of application fee but most of it will be frozen and hence cannot be edited. The system thus provides you with the opportunity to register an account and login multiple times before actually hitting the final submit button.

Q. What are the details to contact CAT Helpdesk?

Ans. You can contact the authorities on:

• Toll-free number: 1-800-266-3549
• Email ID: cathelpdesk@iimcat.ac.in.

Q. Are degrees from Open Universities or correspondence recognized and accepted for CAT eligibility criteria?

Ans. It will be accepted provided it meets any of the following requirements:

• Any Qualification recognized by the Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi, equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree awarded by UGC recognized University/ Institutions will be regarded as “Equivalent Qualification”.
• In case the equivalent qualification possessed by the candidate is not covered in those mentioned above, then he/she will have to get an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities New Delhi.

Q. What are the most important points and exam tips regarding CAT exam pattern?

Ans. Check the highlight points below:

• A total of 100 questions divided into three sections.
• The test duration is 3 hours.
• It is a Computer Based Test.
• Test takers cannot switch between sections.
• The medium of the paper will be English only.
• Attempt TITA questions carefully.

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