CAT 2024 Exam Date
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta commenced the CAT 2024 registration process on August 1, 2024, and it will continue until September 13, 2024. The exam is scheduled for November 24, 2024. During registration, applicants can select up to five test cities. Interested candidates must visit the official portal at iimcat.ac.in to apply.
CAT 2024 Exam Dates
To help candidates plan effectively, here are the official exam dates:
| Important Events for CAT 2024 | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Registration Opens | August 1, 2024 (10:00 AM) |
| Registration Closes | September 13, 2024 (5:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Download | November 5 – November 24, 2024 |
| CAT Exam Date | November 24, 2024 |
Moreover, the CAT 2024 results are expected by the second week of January 2025.
The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta has opened the online registration for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2024 starting August 1, 2024. Eligible candidates can register for the exam through the CAT 2024 student portal at iimcat.ac.in.
CAT 2024 Eligibility Criteria
In order to apply, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
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Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% for SC, ST, and PwD).
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Final-year students can apply if they provide a certificate of completion by the stipulated date.
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Professional qualifications such as CA, CS, ICWA, and FIAI are also accepted, provided candidates meet the required marks.
Therefore, aspirants from different academic and professional backgrounds can apply.
CAT 2024 Registration Fee
The registration fee is:
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₹1250 for SC, ST, PwD candidates
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₹2500 for all other categories
This payment is non-refundable and remains the same irrespective of the number of IIMs chosen.
How to Apply for CAT 2024?
To complete the registration, follow these steps:
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Visit the official website at iimcat.ac.in
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Click on New Candidate Registration
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Enter personal and contact details to set up your profile
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Upload scanned documents in the required format
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Fill in academic qualifications starting from Class 10
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Provide details of work experience, if applicable
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Select up to five preferred test cities
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Pay the registration fee and submit the application
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Download and print the completed form for future use
In addition, candidates should double-check all details before final submission.
CAT 2024 Test Centres
The exam will be conducted in approximately 170 cities across India. Candidates can choose up to five preferred locations, although the final allotment is subject to availability.
List of IIMs in India with NIRF 2023 Rankings
Below is the list of IIMs, their year of establishment, and the All India NIRF MBA ranking 2023. IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Calcutta are the oldest, while IIM Jammu is the youngest. IIM Ahmedabad is considered the best IIM in India, consistently ranking at the top and boasting an elite alumni network. Here is the table indicating the latest IIM rankings by MHRD-NIRF:
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IIM List |
Year of Establishment |
IIM Rankings (NIRF MBA 2023) |
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1961 |
1 |
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1973 |
2 |
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1997 |
3 |
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1961 |
4 |
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1984 |
6 |
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2023 |
7 |
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1996 |
8 |
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2010 |
11 |
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2009 |
12 |
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2009 |
16 |
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2011 |
19 |
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2011 |
22 |
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2010 |
24 |
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2008 |
26 |
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2015 |
29 |
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2016 |
41 |
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2015 |
43 |
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2015 |
51 |
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2015 |
53 |
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2015 |
58 |
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2015 |
98 |
For more detailed information on CAT 2024 exam date, eligibility criteria, reservation provisions, and other details, candidates are advised to visit the official website at iimcat.ac.in.
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