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Download IIM CAT Admit Card 2024 @iimcat.ac.in, Direct Link

Common Admission Test (CAT)

Admit Card Date
5th Nov 2024

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CAT Admit Card 2024 will be released on November 5, 2024 by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Calcutta. CAT 2024 admit card is a mandatory document to be carried to the exam centre. Candidates not carrying it on the exam day will be barred from taking the CAT Exam. Registered candidates can download their admit card by using their valid CAT login ID and password. 

Candidates must download their admit cards before the CAT 2024 exam day and take two printouts of the same. CAT hall ticket will be available for download until the exam day (November 24, 2024). It is expected that more than 3,50,000 candidates will take this national-level MBA entrance exam. 

Read this article to know the CAT 2024 admit card release date, how to download the CAT 2024 admit card, how to correct the errors found in the CAT admit card 2024 and exam day guidelines.

CAT 2024 Admit Card Highlights

Check out key highlights of CAT 2024 admit card:

Events

Details

CAT 2024 admit card release date

November 5, 2024

CAT exam admit card release time

Around 4:00 PM

CAT 2024 admit card download end date

November 24, 2024

CAT admit card release mode

Online

CAT 2024 admit card official website

iimcat.ac.in

Credentials required to download CAT admit card

CAT login ID and Password

CAT 2024 exam date

November 24, 2024, Sunday

CAT exam time 2024

Slot 1- 08:30 A.M. to 10:30 AM

Slot 2- 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Slot 3- 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Candidates must take note of the following points-

  • Those who will be able to submit their CAT application form successfully can download the CAT admit card by using the required CAT login credentials.
  • CAT admit card will be available only in online mode at iimcat.ac.in. It will not be sent by post.
  • On the day of exam you have to carry original and valid government issued photo identification proof along with CAT admit card colour or black and white printout.
  • Print all pages of the CAT 2024 admit card on A4 size paper. Admit card will be valid only if details mentioned in the admit card, photograph and signature images are legibly printed.
  • You will also have to paste a photograph on the printed admit card (same as uploaded in CAT Registration Form) and sign in front of the invigilator on CAT exam day 2024.

No. of Candidates Registered

 

CAT 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule

All the important dates for CAT 2024 Exam are given below:

Events

Dates

Notification

28 July 2024

Registration Started

1 August 2024

Registration End

20 September 2024

Admit Card Release

5 November 2024

Exam Date

24 November 2024

Answer Key

2 December 2024

Result

4-5 January 2025

CAT Admit Card 2024 Year-Wise Details, Date and Releasing Body

In the table below we have shared details for last year's CAT Hall Ticket including the issuing authority, release date, and official website. Note that, the conducting IIM will declare CAT Admit Card Release date and download date on the official website of CAT IIM after the registration.

Features

CAT 2024 Admit Card

CAT 2023 Admit Card

CAT 2022 Admit Card

CAT 2021 Admit Card

CAT 2020 Admit Card

Issuing Authority

IIM Calcutta

IIM Lucknow

IIM Bangalore

IIM Ahmedabad

IIM Indore

How to Access

Login ID and Password

CAT Admit Card Release Date

5 November 2024

7 November 2023

27 October 2022

27 October 2021

28 October 2020

Details Mentioned in the Admit Card

Name, Date of Birth, Photograph, Application Number, Category, Date of Exam, Test Slot and Timings, Address of Test Centre

How to Download the CAT 2024 Admit Card?

To download the CAT admit card, candidates need to visit the official website of IIMCAT and get their admit card from there. The following are the steps to download the CAT Admit card 2024.

  • Visit the IIM CAT official website, iimcat.ac.in
  • Click on the Login button under the Registered Candidate login
  • Enter the User ID and password given at the time of registration
  • Admit card window will open and you can see your CAT admit card
  • Click on the download button and save the admit card
  • Candidates should take a colour printout of the admit card to carry at the time of examination.

Details Mentioned on CAT 2024 Admit Card

The CAT entrance exam 2024 admit card has the candidate's information provided during the CAT exam registration process. Ensure to verify the details mentioned on the admit card. In case of any error, contact immediately to the official helpdesk.

The following details are mentioned in the CAT exam hall ticket:

  • 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
  • CAT 2024 exam centre address
  • Google map link to locate the exam centre
  • Emergency contact number
  • CAT exam-related instructions

Documents Required at the CAT Exam Centre

When appearing for the CAT exam candidates must carry their admit card along with ID proof. If any candidate fails to provide ID proof they will not be allowed to appear for the examination.

  • Aadhar card
  • Voter ID
  • Passport
  • College/University ID
  • Driver's license

List of Errors to Check in CAT Admit Card 2024

Once you have downloaded the admit card for the CAT exam, it is important to verify the information mentioned.

  • Name of the Candidate - It must be the same as in the CAT 2024 application form
  • CAT 2024 Registration Number - It must be the same as the registered user ID
  • Date of Birth - Must be the same as mentioned on the CAT application form and official documents
  • Caste Category Status - It must be the same as in CAT application form 2024
  • PwD/DA Status - It must be the same as in CAT application form
  • Test Centre Location - Must be in one of the options mentioned in the application form
  • Candidate's Photograph and Signature - It must be clearly visible

Common Problems Faced While Downloading CAT Admit Card 2024

Here are the answers to some of the common problems that candidates face while downloading the CAT exam admit card.

CAT Admit Card 2024 Forgotten CAT user ID and password?

If the candidate loses the email or SMS, they can retrieve the CAT 2024 login credentials by following the steps given below:

  • First, click on the 'Registered Candidate login for CAT 2024' tab on the official website
  • Then, click on the 'Forgot User ID/Password' tab
  • Here, enter the registered email address and the captcha string
  • Then, click on 'Get user ID/password'
  • The new user ID and password will be sent to the registered email address of the candidate.
  • Sign in again using the new user ID or password and keep it safe for future reference.

NOTE: Regenerated passwords will not be sent as an SMS.

CAT Admit Card 2024 Multiple CAT login passwords?

Candidates need to use the CAT 2024 login password that was sent in the most recent SMS. In case they are not able to login, they can create a new user id and password using the 'forgot password' tab.

CAT Admit Card 2024 download window is not loading?

This can happen due to a weak internet connection, outdated browser, cache issues etc. Candidates must use good-speed internet and updated internet browsers like Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome to download the CAT admit card 2024. They must also clear the browser history and cache before beginning the download.

How to Correct Errors in CAT Admit Card 2024?

In case, any candidate finds an error in their CAT 2024 admit card, they must immediately contact the exam authority to get it corrected. Given below are the contact details:

How to Find CAT Exam Centre Using Google Map Link?

IIMs have added a new feature in CAT Admit Card 2024 with Google Maps link. Candidates can use this link to get the exact centre location to avoid last minute confusion. Here's how you can use it:

  • Download your CAT Admit Card.
  • Click on Google Maps link on your CAT hall ticket.
  • You will be redirected to Google Maps.
  • Click on ‘Directions'.
  • Enter your starting point and mode of transport (optional).
  • The map for your test centre and the ending point will be displayed and you can use it to reach the exact location.

CAT Admit Card 2024 Shift Timings

The Schedule & Timings for different Shifts of CAT Exam 2024 is given below:

Exam Day Activities

Shift 1

Shift 2

Shift 3

CAT Exam Reporting Time

7:00 AM

11:00 AM

3:00 PM

Document Verification before entering the test lab

7:30 AM

11:30 AM

3:30 PM

Signing of CAT attendance sheet and biometric registration

7:50 AM to 8:15 AM

11:50 AM to 12:15 PM

3:50 PM to 4:15 PM

CAT Exam Center Entry Closing Time

8:15 AM

12:15 PM

4:15 PM

Allotment of the computer system, scribble pad, and completion of first login

8:15 to 8:25 AM

12:15 to 12:25 PM

4:15 to 4:25 PM

CAT Exam Time

8:30 AM to 10:30 PM

12:30 to 2:30 PM

4:30 to 6:30 PM

CAT Exam Time for PwD Candidates

8:30 to 11:10 AM

12:30 to 3:10 PM

4:30 to 7:10 PM

CAT 2024 Exam Day Guidelines

Follow these CAT exam day guidelines while appearing for the exam.

  • CAT Admit Card should be printed on A4 size paper. The printed hall ticket should be clear and readable.
  • Paste the same passport size color photograph as uploaded while registering for CAT in the space provided.
  • Carry your original and valid photo ID. Photo ID should not be damaged or smudged and the name on ID should match the name on CAT Admit Card.
  • ​Test centre should be located at least once before the exam day to avoid last minute confusion regarding centre location.
  • Only CAT 2024 Admit Card and Photo ID will be allowed into the exam hall.
  • A Writing pad and a pen will be provided for rough work during the test, this should be returned when the test ends.
  • All candidates should carry two simple pens and test-related documents. No other items are allowed.
  • Items not allowed in the exam hall – Mobile Phones, electronic gadgets, watches, calculators, stationery items, goggles, wallets, papers, jackets, etc.
  • Don't wear jewelry and other metal containing items to the exam hall.
  • The Test Centre is not responsible for the personal belongings of the candidate.
  • No request for change of test centre will be entertained.

Don'ts on CAT 2024 Exam Day

Candidates who will appear in the CAT exam for an MBA should not do some of the things discussed below.

  • Do not appear for the exam twice, otherwise, your candidacy for the CAT 2024 exam will be cancelled.
  • Do not cheat during the exam.
  • Please check the reporting time as latecomers will not be allowed at the CAT 2024 exam center.
  • Do not engage in any malpractice such as fraud.
  • Do not argue with any staff or candidate
  • Do not use the keyboard at any time as it will lock your computer.

Do's for CAT 2024 Exam Day

  • Carry CAT admit card printout colour or black and white and Photo ID Proof
  • Self declaration form
  • Prior visit to the exam centre of CAT 2024
  • Be on-time
  • Check seating arrangements
  • Verification of documents
  • Rough work on scratch sheet
  • Obey the invigilators
  • Use washroom beforehand
  • Submit admit card, writing pad

CAT Exam 2024 Dress Code

The details of what you can wear and what not on the exam day are provided here, the important points to keep in mind on the CAT 2024 exam day:

  • Wear simple clothes- t-shirts, dresses, trousers, jeans, shirts
  • Avoid wearing jeans with too many pockets
  • Wearing regular use glasses is allowed
  • Avoid accessorizing- do not wear any kind of jewelry, ornaments, bags, and watches

CAT Admit Card 2024: Last Week Preparation Tips

With only weeks remaining for CAT 2024, candidates must go through these last minute preparation tips to crack CAT exam with more than 99 percentile: 

  • Important Questions to Practice in the Last Weeks
    • There are certain topics you should focus on in the last weeks. Practice 15-20 questions daily from each topic listed below. These are provided here based on the predicted question paper for CAT 2024.
  • Quantitative Aptitude
    • Arithmetic- Profit & Loss, Mixtures, Time & Speed, Work, Percentages & Ratios, Averages, and Interest
    • Algebra- Quadratic equations, linear inequalities, series & progressions
    • Geometry- Circles, Triangles, Quadrilaterals (Trapezium and Parallelograms), Polygons
  • Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning
    • Candidates must try to attempt DI and LR sets from these 4 topics to get better at analyzing data, interpreting and eliminating options.
    • Games & Tournaments
    • Arrangements 
    • Combination DI
    • LR based DI caselets
  • Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension
    • RC passages 
    • Para Jumbles
  • Mock Tests and Previous Year Questions
    • Solve CAT previous year question papers if you haven't yet. Attempting previous year questions is a must to score 99+ percentile in CAT 2024 exam.

CAT 2024 Category-wise Percentile for IIM

CAT percentile for IIM is the minimum requirement to be eligible for admission. Every IIM releases its separate CAT percentile scores to shortlist candidates for admission. CAT 2024 Category-wise percentile for the IIMs are given below:

IIMs

General

OBC

SC

IIM Ahmedabad

80

75

70

IIM Bangalore

85

75

70

IIM Kozhikode

85

75

65

IIM Calcutta

85

75

70

IIM Lucknow

90

82

65

IIM Mumbai

85

75

70

IIM Indore

90

80

60

IIM Raipur

92

74

54

IIM Rohtak

95

78

55

IIM Udaipur

92

74

54

IIM Kashipur

92

74

54

IIM Trichy

92

74

54

Mistakes to avoid while CAT 2024 Preparation

  • Answering the questions from the chapters where you are clear is a cakewalk. To score well in the test you need to prepare well for the chapters where you don't have clear long term goals. Make sure you spend time on the chapters you are struggling with.
  • Candidates should start preparing as soon as possible and before the exam date. If dedicated and focused, CAT VARC can be prepared in 2-3 months. For CAT QA you need to improve your mental calculation skills.
  • Know your strengths and weaknesses: Prepare for the chapters where you don't have clear long term goals. Spend time on the chapters you are struggling with.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I appear for CAT Exam from home??

No. CAT Admit Card will have details of candidate’s exam center, exam shift, exam date, and timing. Candidates are required to be physically present at the examination center on the exam day.

When is the last date to download CAT Admit Card??

CAT 2023 Admit Card will be released on 25 October 2023 and students can download it upto 26 November 2023. The CAT Exam Date 2023 is November 26.

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