CAT 2014 test day video: 10 crucial instructions for exam day

CAT 2014 test day video is now available on the official website. Candidates can view it on the official website or click here.

CAT 2014 admit cards are also available for download now. Aspirants need to download the admit cards A4 sheet.

CAT 2014 will be held on November 16 and 22, in a total of four slots. the morning slot will be held from 9:30am to 12:20pm, while the afternoon slot will be held from 2 pm to 5:50 pm.

The video discusses quite a few crucial points of the examination. We have listed down the important points guidelines, login and answering procedures for CAT 2014.

Here are 10 crucial exam day instructions, listed in right order below:

1. Admit card
Candidates need to download and print CAT 2014 admit cards (available from October 19) on A4 sized paper using laser printer.

2. Reporting time

The reporting time for forenoon session (9.30 am -12.30 pm) is 7.30 am. Reporting time for afternoon session (3 pm -5.50 pm) is 1 pm.

3. Late arrival

Here are some instructions mentioned in the video:

• “Try to visit the test centre a day prior to test. This will help you choose an appropriate mode of transport and reach the venue on time.”
• Candidate arriving late will not be allowed to enter the test centre.
• Please note: Candidates have to arrange for their own travel n accommodation.

4. Identification

Aspirants have to carry Photo ID cards and the admit card to the examination center.

5. Luggage

One should not carry any unnecessary things or luggage as locker rooms for storage may not be available at the centre. Persons accompanying the candidate will not be allowed to enter the test centre premises.

6. Test day instructions

Here are some important instructions on what to do after reaching the test centre:

• At the centre, a CAT volunteer will verify the ID Proof and admit card and guide you to the notice board.
• At the notice board, check the test lab allocation.
• As you reach the lab, your seating allocation and system number will be displayed outside the lab.

7. Exam lab instructions

• In the lab, the test invigilator will take the aspirant’s left thumb impression, photograph and ask to sign the attendance sheet.
• Ensure there is no discrepancy in your signature in the sheet as it will be verified against the admit card and ID Proof.
• No bio-breaks will be allowed during the test.
• The invigilator will read out the instructions before the test begins.
• Candidates will be disqualified if one attempts the test more than once.

8. CAT 2014 test instructions

• Use mouse to mark answers.
• Do not touch the keyboard, the system will get locked.
• Invigilator will ask you to log into the test screen.
• After logging in, aspirants have to verify their profile. Then, one has to confirm and proceed.
• Then one has to read the instructions and proceed. Then tick on the declaration.
• The submit test button appear after 170 minutes into the exam. Candidates can choose to leave the lab after that.
• Once the test is over, candidates have to return the rough sheets to the invigilator.
• You can read or re-read any question in the exam during/while answering the question paper.

9. CAT 2014 test pattern

• There’ll be 100 questions in two sections – 50 questions each section.
• Section 1 will have Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation.
• Section 2 will have Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning.
• Candidates can toggle between sections.
• There will be negative marking.
• Total time for test is 170 minutes.
• PWD/DA candidates will get one hour extra.

10. Colour-coding system during CAT 2014 exam

There’ll be four systems of colour: Green, Red, White and Violet.

• Green colour means the question has been answered and saved.
• Red colour means the question has not been answered
• White colour means the candidate doesn’t want to come back and repeat the question
• Violet colour means the candidate chooses to come back to the question