Going online for CAT?

<p style="text-align: justify;">With the CAT going online, even the registration process is online this year. The much- awaited and eagerly anticipated event began a couple of days ago and I am sure you have read about the &lsquo;horrors&rsquo; that some of the aspirants went through.<br />Let me assure you, though, there is nothing to be worried about as the IIMs and Prometric have announced measures to ensure <img style="border: 3px solid black; margin: 3px 4px; float: left;" src="https://images.shiksha.com/mediadata/images/1253267483phpbczkrM.jpeg " alt="" width="150" height="110">that no candidate is inconvenienced.<br /><br />This article highlights a list of common errors and gives you a checklist of things to keep in mind as you fill out the CAT applications. I&rsquo;d suggest that you keep a copy of this checklist handy as you fill out the form and tick each item as you complete it. Check the form to ensure that it&rsquo;s error-free. <br /><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>Points to note:</strong></span><br /><br />Review the data on every page very carefully before clicking the &ldquo;Next&rdquo; button<br /><br />The boxes for address do not allow any special characters (e.g. / , . ). So if your address contains these characters, use a space or a hyphen (-) instead. <br /><br />If you are confused about which programme to apply for, here&rsquo;s a primer: <br /><strong>PGP:</strong> Apply to all PGP programmes (the two-year postgraduate programme) if you are interested in doing the regular MBA programmes of the IIMs. <br /><br /><strong>PGP ABM: </strong>Apply to all PGP ABM programmes (the two-year postgraduate programme in agri-business management) if you are interested in agriculture management.<br /><br /><strong>IIM Calcutta PGP PGDCM:</strong> This is a programme in computer management. Students should apply for&nbsp; this programme also. <img style="border: 3px solid black; margin: 3px 4px; float: right;" src="https://images.shiksha.com/mediadata/images/1253267580php9UddES.jpeg " alt="" width="110" height="150"><br /><br /><strong>Non-IIM institutes:</strong> You should definitely select this box. If you do not, your scores might not be sent to other institutes. <br /><br /><strong>FPM: </strong>This is a PhD level programme, and is recommended only for people who have a serious interest in research. All students who want to do an MBA should not apply to this programme. <br /><br /><strong>IIM Bangalore PGSEM: </strong>The postgraduate programme in software enterprise management (PGSEM) is an executive general management education programme designed for the specific needs of professionals working in the software and information technology industry in India. It&rsquo;s a part-time programme, with classes on Friday mornings and Saturdays. So it is recommended only for working professionals. <br /><br />IIM Bangalore PGPPM: The programme presents an innovative and socially relevant approach to public policy, besides being power-packed with pathbreaking insights into winning policy-making and management strategies. Only officers of the All-India Services and Central Services are eligible for this programme. <br /><br />IIM Indore Ex PGP: The 18-month Executive PGP programme is a uniquely designed course for working executives and entrepreneurs. It provides them with a platform to hone their skills and competencies, to rise higher in business. Typically, this programme admits candidates with a minimum of five years&rsquo; experience after graduation.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Author: Jaideep Singh</strong></p> <p><strong>Date: 16th Sep., 2009</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <hr /> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>For courses and colleges related to the CAT Exam Preparation please click the below link:</strong></em></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a title="Related courses and colleges" href="http://tinyurl.com/y8fbwm7">Related Courses and colleges</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>