CAT 2023 exam dates will be announced on July 31, 2023. The exam will be November 26, 2023. Read more on CAT exam dates 2023 below.
CAT 2023 exam date is most likely November 26. The exam will be held in three sessions in about 156 cities across India. The CAT 2023 exam dates will be announced in July 2023 and the registrations will begin in August 2023. Going by the trends of the past few years, IIM Calcutta or IIM Lucknow can be the CAT 2023 convening institute.
The registration process will be online and the CAT 2023 application forms will be available at iimcat.ac.in website from the first week of August to third week of September. Graduates or final year students can fill the CAT application form 2023.
Candidates planning to pursue MBA from a top-notch B-School in India, must appear for the CAT as about 1,200 MBA colleges accept the scores for admission to their PG management programmes. The top MBA colleges accepting CAT score for admission include the IIMs, MDI, SPJIMR, IMT, FMS, IM, IITs, GIM, GLIM, LIBA, NITIE, MICA, IRMA, KIIT SOM, BIMTech, AMU, JMI, BHU among others.
CAT 2023 Exam Highlights
CAT is a common aptitude test which is designed to check the candidate’s business aptitude and reasoning, analytical, English skills. Check below key highlights of CAT 2023.
| Particulars |
CAT 2023 Exam Details |
|---|---|
| CAT Full Form |
Common Admission Test (CAT) |
| Exam schedule |
November 26, 2023 (tentative) |
| CAT exam fees |
INR 2,200 (General category) and INR 1,100 (Reserved category) |
| Eligibility criteria |
Graduation with 50 % aggregate (45 % for SC/ST students) |
| Application mode |
Online |
| Application fees |
INR 2,200 for General category INR 1,100 for SC/ST/PwD |
| CAT syllabus |
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| CAT exam website |
https://iimcat.ac.in |
CAT 2023 Exam Dates
Check below the table for tentative CAT exam dates 2023. The dates will be officially announced at iimcat.ac.in website.
| CAT Exam Events |
CAT 2023 Exam Dates (tentative) |
|---|---|
| Notification release |
31-July-2023 |
| CAT 2023 registrations start |
First week of August, 2023 |
| Registrations end |
Third week of September, 2023 |
| CAT form correction |
Last week of September, 2023 |
| CAT 2023 admit card release |
Last week of October, 2023 |
| CAT mock test link activation |
Fourth week of October, 2022 |
| CAT 2023 exam date |
26-Nov-2023 |
| CAT 2023 answer key release |
First week of December 2023 |
| Answer key challenge process |
First week of December 2023 |
| CAT 2023 result declaration |
First week of January 2024 |
Also Read: CAT exam dates
CAT Exam Eligibility Criteria
The minimum eligibility criteria for CAT 2023 exam is graduation in any stream. Check detailed eligibility criteria for CAT exam below:
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 50 per cent aggregate or equivalent CGPA (45 per cent aggregate for SC, ST and PWD/DA category) from a recognised university.
- Candidates with professional degree (CA/CS/ICWA) with the required percentage can also appear for CAT.
- Candidates appearing for the final year of bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification or awaiting the result are also eligible to appear in the exam.
Also Read: CAT eligibility criteria
CAT 2023 Application Process
- CAT application forms will be available in online mode only at iimcat.ac.in website.
- CAT registration is the first step to apply for the exam.
- Only those candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be allowed to apply.
- To register for CAT 2023, candidates will require a functional email ID and password.
- For filling the CAT application form 2023, candidates will need their academic scores of Class 10, 12, bachelor’s degree, personal ID number (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport number etc.), scanned photograph, scanned signature and net banking details.
- Candidates have to select IIMs and courses in the CAT application form only. They don’t need to fill separate forms of IIMs for MBA admission.
- CAT application fee is non-refundable and form correction facility will be provided for only certain fields of the form.
CAT 2023 Syllabus
The syllabus of CAT Exam includes all important topics pertaining to Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension. Check below the in-focus topics of CAT syllabus 2023 for exam preparation:
| CAT Syllabus sections |
CAT Syllabus topics |
|---|---|
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) |
Reading Comprehension, Para Jumbles, Para Summary and Odd Sentence Out |
| Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) |
Set Theory (Variables), Set Theory + Puzzles, Puzzles with Additional Data, Coding-Decoding and Series |
| Quantitative Aptitude (QA) |
Number System, Algebra, Arithmetic, Geometry and Mensuration |
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Download CAT Previous Year Papers
Download CAT previous year papers to understand the types of questions that have been asked in recent years and their difficulty levels. Also know the changes in CAT exam in the past five years by analysing the CAT question papers of previous years.
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CAT Exam Pattern & Question Paper Structure
The CAT question paper is divided into three sections: VARC, DILR and QA. Majority of the question are MCQ type. A few VARC and QA questions require candidates to type in the answer. CAT exam is usually of moderate to high difficulty level. Check the highlights of CAT 2022 exam pattern below:
| CAT exam pattern and structure |
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|---|---|
| CAT exam sections |
VARC, DILR and QA |
| Duration of CAT exam |
40 minutes per section (Total 120 minutes) |
| Total number of questions |
66 |
| Section-wise number of questions |
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| Total marks |
198 |
| Language of question paper |
English |
| Number of answer choices |
Four |
| Type of questions |
MCQs and Non-MCQs |
| Marking scheme |
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CAT Preparation Tips 2023
CAT 2023 preparation should start at least nine months in advance. Candidates who are planning to appear for the CAT 2023 exam, must start stuyding from February-March. One needs to keep ample time for CAT because it is one of the toughest MBA entrance exams in India and its preparation helps in cracking other MBA entrance exams too as the syllabus of all exams is same.
To prepare for CAT exam, first of all, take a decision regarding coaching or no coaching. Yes, it is possible to crack CAT exam without coaching but that required self discipline and dedication and is the harder route. Coaching helps candidates in staying on track with regular classes, mentor guidance, tests, practice sessions, etc. However, how to prepare for CAT 2023, should be your decision only. Here are some articles and videos, that will help you in CAT 2023 preparation.
- CAT 2023 preparation: Coaching vs self study
- When is the best time to start CAT preparation
- How to Prepare for CAT without quitting your job
- CAT 2023: Simple Tips To Optimize Exam Prep
- How to prepare for CAT: Tips from Toppers
- CAT exam: 10 popular myths busted
CAT Topper Tips and Strategy
| CAT Toppers |
CAT Topper Interviews |
|---|---|
| Risshi Agrawal CAT 2022, 99.99 percentile
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Mocks play a crucial role while preparing for CAT. It helps you determine the strategy which suits you the best. |
| Parul Arora CAT 2022, 99.93 percentile |
I started preparing for CAT in April. My preparation strategy for CAT was to clear my basic concepts in all topics and then maximum practice. |
| Aditya Singh CAT 2022, 99.90 percentile |
For my first attempt I attended offline coaching classes, post which I only took the online test series. This year I took the test series from two of the most renowned coaching institutes. Coaching really helps a lot. |
| Atish Naskar CAT 2022, 99.81 percentile |
I started my CAT preparation back in January 2022. I set a daily target for all 3 sections that included daily 3-4 RCs daily 3-4 LRDI sets 20-30 QA questions or some QA concept understanding. The last 2-3 Months gave mocks and analyzed them properly. |
| Tushar Sarkar CAT 2022, 99.80 percentile |
My serious preparation started in the month of June 2022. My overall strategy had three parts: Diagnosing my problems, guiding policy for improving and actions. |
| Chirag Gupta CAT 2021, 100 percentile |
I started preparing in March 2021. I focused mainly on giving mock tests and analysing them. I used to work on my weaknesses by watching various CAT preparation YouTube videos on various topics. |
| Bir Anmol Singh |
I started preparing in April 2021. I solved Arun Sharma sir's CAT books for VARC, LR, DI and Quant. I attempted as many past year CAT questions papers (timed attempt) that I could attempt, on weekends. I used to analyse my shortcomings to improve further. |
| Sagar Sengar CAT 2021, 99.48 percentile |
I started preparing around the end of June this year and went into the full-throttle mode by end of August. My overall strategy was to first complete the theory end to end and then practice different kinds of problems across all the sections. |
| Ved Vineet CAT 2021, 99.40 percentile |
It is not at all important to join a coaching institute for CAT preparation. You just need to prepare in a disciplined manner. Read Ved's full interview |
| Sareen Shah |
Don't delay your prep. Start as early as possible. Solve as many questions as you can. Understand RCs and DILR sets properly. Quality over Quantity should be your aim. |
| Kshitiz Singhal CAT 2020, 99.99 percentile |
My suggestion for the aspirants is to work on your fundamentals, speed and accuracy. |
| Ekansh Agarwal CAT 2020, 99.98 percentile |
I would say that mock tests are the most important part of CAT preparation. Attempt as many mock tests as possible. |
| Naval Mittal CAT 2020, 99.97 percentile |
Solve as many types of questions you can from each section. Secondly, focus on your accuracy. |
| Swarnadeep Ghosh CAT 2020, 99.92 percentile |
Attempt all kinds of mock tests, difficult and easy. Maximize your strengths and do not stress about the weaker areas. |
| Sabyasachi Mishra CAT 2020, 99.90 percentile |
Focus more on concepts more than the mock tests. I would say that mocks do not matter much. What you learn from the mock tests is what matters. |
CAT 2023 Admit Card
CAT 2023 admit card will be released at the official website in the month of October. The CAT admit card will be issued to only those candidates who shall have registered successfully and paid the application fee. Given below is the process to download the CAT admit card 2023 from the official website:
- Go to IIMCAT website
- Click on 'admit card' or 'login' tab
- Enter CAT application ID and password
- Click on 'admit card' and download the PDF copy
The CAT hall ticket will contain candidate's details and exam date, time, venue, slot and other guidelines. After the admit card has been released, candidates cannot request for change of exam test city or centre. Thus, they must make test city selection in the CAT application form carefully.
The CAT 2023 admit card is a mandatory document to be carried to the examination centres. Candidates must carry two colour print outs of their admit card with a passport size photo affixed on both copies. Digital copy of the admit card will not be accepted by the examination centre staff as a valid document for candidate identification.
CAT 2023 Answer Key
CAT answer key and candidate response sheet will be released within 5-8 days of exam conduction. The response sheet will help them in estimating the raw score they are likely to get in the exam. Check the steps to download CAT 2023 answer key from the official website:
CAT Result 2023
CAT Percentile Predictor
CAT College Predictor
FAQs on CAT 2023 Exam
Q: When will CAT 2023 exam be conducted?
Q: When can I apply for CAT 2023?
Q: Which colleges accept CAT score for MBA admission?
Q: I have completed graduation from distance learning. Can I apply for the CAT?
Q: What is the minimum age to appear in the CAT exam?
Q: What is the syllabus of CAT exam?
Q: Which IIM will conduct CAT 2023?
Q: What is the pattern and test structure of CAT exam?
Q: What is the CAT exam fees?
Q: How to register for CAT 2023?
Q: What is the eligibility criteria for CAT 2023?
Q: When should I start preparing for CAT 2023?
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Is the MH-CET MBA easier than the CAT?
Hello, The MBA aspirants in Maharashtra are primarily faced with the dilemma of appearing for CMAT or MAH CET. While both have their own Sets of pros and cons, it is very essential to go down the inverted pyramid of these exams to crack them with a better score. The overall difficulty level of MA...Hello, The MBA aspirants in Maharashtra are primarily faced with the dilemma of appearing for CMAT or MAH CET. While both have their own Sets of pros and cons, it is very essential to go down the inverted pyramid of these exams to crack them with a better score. The overall difficulty level of MAH CET MBA paper is usually moderate, while CAT exam is invariably of high difficulty level. Also, since the competition is high in CAT 2 Lacs applicants) as compared to MAH CET (75,000 to 1 Lacs applicants), the question paper of former is of high difficulty level.
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I have not given any exam for MBA. How do I take direct admission for MBA in UBS Chandigarh (without giving any entrance)?
Admission to MBA programs at UBS Chandigarh (University Business School, Panjab University) is typically based on performance in an entrance exam, such as CAT (Common Admission Test), MAT (Management Aptitude Test), XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test), or CMAT (Common Management Aptitude Test), among othe...Admission to MBA programs at UBS Chandigarh (University Business School, Panjab University) is typically based on performance in an entrance exam, such as CAT (Common Admission Test), MAT (Management Aptitude Test), XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test), or CMAT (Common Management Aptitude Test), among others.
However, in some cases, direct admission to MBA programs may be possible, typically based on a combination of factors such as academic background, work experience, and performance in personal interviews.
It's best to check the official website of UBS Chandigarh or contact the admissions office for more information on the admission process and requirements. You may also consider reaching out to current students or alumni of the program for more insight into the admission process and what criteria may be considered for direct admission.
Hey Ayushi,I am sorry to break it to you but you cannot get admission to University Business School 9 (UBS) Chandigarh. They require you to have a valid and satisfactory CAT to get admission. However, do not get worried there are other colleges that don't require you to take CAT or any entrance e...Hey Ayushi,
I am sorry to break it to you but you cannot get admission to University Business School 9 (UBS) Chandigarh. They require you to have a valid and satisfactory CAT to get admission. However, do not get worried there are other colleges that don't require you to take CAT or any entrance exam to get in.
Best of Luck!
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What will be judged in the CAT paper?
CAT refers for Common Admission Test, which consists of VARC Quants and DILR. In order to get selected in top- schools one must score above 90 percentile and 99 percentile if you want Iims. Also, different colleges have different criteria so I would suggest whichever College you choose SEE the c...CAT refers for Common Admission Test, which consists of VARC Quants and DILR. In order to get selected in top- schools one must score above 90 percentile and 99 percentile if you want Iims. Also, different colleges have different criteria so I would suggest whichever College you choose SEE the category. I hope it is helpful.
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6205214752? I have no idea to related CAT exam for MBA and which institute /university is the best for my qualification.
Some Best MBA Colleges in India Without CAT exam like, 1- Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Delhi - GMAT.2- JBIMS, Mumbai - MAH-CET/ MAT/GMAT.3- SP Jain Institute of Management and Research -XAT.4-NMIMS School of Business Management, Mumbai - NMAT.5- Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai-...Some Best MBA Colleges in India Without CAT exam like,
1- Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Delhi - GMAT.
2- JBIMS, Mumbai - MAH-CET/ MAT/GMAT.
3- SP Jain Institute of Management and Research -XAT.
4-NMIMS School of Business Management, Mumbai - NMAT.
5- Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai- XAT/GMAT/CAT.
6- Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai -TISSNET.
7- IMT, Ghaziabad- XAT/CAT/GMAT.
8- BITS. Pilani - BITSAT/GMAT/CAT.
9- IFIM Business School KMAT.
10- Indira Institute of Management. Pune- MAH-CET/ATMA/MAT.
11- Jamia Millia Islamia JMI- Entrance Test.
12-Institute of Rural Management, Anand- IRMASAT/XAT/CAT.
Many college offers direct admission. So, you can get admission there easily. Like IIMS Pune.
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I did my graduation in 2019 if I will give this yr cat will B school consider me in admission process after 5 yrs gap and no work experience
If you complete your graduation in August 2021 and appear for CAT 2022 in November then it will be considered as one year gap. If you are preparing for CAT 2022 then some preparation tips would be helpful for you.
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I have scored 65 percentile in CAT 194 in NMAT and 50 percentile in XAT shows me the best available colleges.
Based on this NMAT score you can have the chances for the colleges ITM Business School, Navi Mumbai, ISBR Business School, Hyderabad Business School, GITAM University, SRM University, University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES), Thapar School of Management etc.
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Is any chance to get admission in an NIT for MBA without CAT score?
NIT Calicut MBA Admission Eligibility Criteria 2023, Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University or Institution, on a full time basis with minimum 60% marks (or CGPA 6.5/10) for GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC and 55% marks (or CGPA 6.0/10) for SC/ST/PwD. NIT Trichy accepts admission to this course through a ...NIT Calicut MBA Admission Eligibility Criteria 2023, Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University or Institution, on a full time basis with minimum 60% marks (or CGPA 6.5/10) for GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC and 55% marks (or CGPA 6.0/10) for SC/ST/PwD. NIT Trichy accepts admission to this course through a national-level entrance exam, I. e. CAT followed by a Personal Interview PI round. NIT Calicut MBA Admission is not possible without CAT exam. But Some Best MBA Colleges in India Without CAT exam like, 1- Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Delhi - GMAT.2- JBIMS, Mumbai - MAH-CET/ MAT/GMAT.3- SP Jain Institute of Management and Research -XAT.4-NMIMS School of Business Management, Mumbai - NMAT.5- Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai- XAT/GMAT/CAT.6- Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai -TISSNET.7- IMT, Ghaziabad- XAT/CAT/GMAT. 8- BITS. Pilani - BITSAT/GMAT/CAT.9- IFIM Business School KMAT.
10- Indira Institute of Management. Pune- MAH-CET/ATMA/MAT.11- Jamia Millia Islamia JMI- Entrance Test. 12-Institute of Rural Management, Anand- IRMASAT/XAT/CAT.
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I have done graduation in 2019. Will B-schools consider my CAT score if I give it in 2023 after 5 years of gap? I have no work experience.
CAT score is valid for just 1 year.
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I did my graduation in 2019. Will B-schools consider my for MBA this year if I give CAT after a gap of 5 years? I have no work experience.
Even this is the normal age people go for their PG, professional course or any other pursuing strategy by having the sufficient and adequate money to spend on studies. 25-30 is the age of exploring ourselves to the front of the world about precisely what you are. As you asked about experience, so...Even this is the normal age people go for their PG, professional course or any other pursuing strategy by having the sufficient and adequate money to spend on studies.
25-30 is the age of exploring ourselves to the front of the world about precisely what you are. As you asked about experience, some colleges don't ask for experience, but some colleges might ask for experience in a particular field related to your graduation, this is very rare so don't worry.
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Which is the best book of logical reasoning for CAT preparation?
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