Amrita CAT Exam 2027: Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham will begin Amrita CAT 2027 registration process on its official website. Candidates who will register for the examination will be able to appear for the same in online proctored mode. The institute conducts ACAT exam for admission at four campuses - Kochi, Amritapuri, Bengaluru, and Mysuru. Know more about the exam in this article.
Latest Updates on Amrita ACAT
- The institute accepts scores from any of the CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/KMAT Kerala/GMAT/GRE MBA entrance exams.
- The application form is available online only.
- What is Amrita CAT?
- Amrita MBA Entrance Exam 2027: Important Dates
- Amrita CAT Eligibility Criteria 2027
- Amrita CAT Registration 2027
- Amrita CAT 2027 Exam Pattern
- Amrita ACAT Syllabus 2027
- Amrita CAT Exam Preparation 2027
- FAQs on Amrita CAT Exam
What is Amrita CAT?
Amrita Common Aptitude Test (Amrita CAT) is a national-level management entrance exam conducted by Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham for admission to MBA programmes offered at Amrita School of Business at Amaravati, Amritapuri, Bengaluru, Coimbatore and Kochi campuses. Eligible students who wish to study MBA at Amrita School of Business can also avail up to 100 per cent scholarships.
Key Highlights on Amrita ACAT Exam
Check out the table below to know full details about Amrita CAT.
| Amrita CAT Highlights |
|
|---|---|
| Conducting Body |
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham |
| Exam Level |
National |
| Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
| Mode of Examination |
Computer-based test mode |
| Language |
English |
| Courses Offered |
MBA & a dual degree programme MBA-MS with University of Buffalo, USA |
| Specializations |
HR, Finance, AI-Business analytics, Marketing, Operations |
Amrita MBA Entrance Exam 2027: Important Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Amrita CAT 2027 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Jan ' 27 | Amrita CAT 2027 Registration Last Date TENTATIVE |
| Feb ' 27 | Amrita CAT 2027 Exam TENTATIVE |
Amrita CAT Eligibility Criteria 2027
The eligibility criteria for ACAT exam 2027 are as follows:
- The student must hold a bachelor's degree from a recognised institute.
- The student must have secured at least 50 per cent aggregate in Class 10, Class 12 and graduation.
- The student in the final year of graduation could also apply, subject to completion of their exam, if any,
- Students having a valid test score of CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ GMAT/ GRE can apply with the test registration number.
- Department of Management, Kochi and Amritapuri (Kollam) campuses accept valid KMAT scores.
- Also, students applying for MBA-MS at Bengaluru need to have a minimum IBT-TOEFL score of 79 or an IELTS score of 6.5 with an individual category score of 6 or a PTE score of 55 with an individual category score of 50.
- Students with work experience will be preferred.
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Commonly asked questions
The ACAT exam is conducted in a CBT test mode across as many as 40 test cities in the country. The exam is conducted for admission to the MBA programme offered by Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. There is no provision of the ACAT exam being conducted offline. Students must visit the exam centre to take the exam online.
QA important topics for ACAT include:
- Arithmetic
- Algebra
- Modern Math
- Geometry
- Number System
- Percentage
- Profit and Loss
- Time, Speed and Distance
- Mensuration
- Permutation and Combination, etc.
Important topics of ACAT Verbal Ability section are Grammar, Vocabulary, Para Jumbles, Sentence Completion, Antonyms, Synonyms, Fill in the Blanks, Error Spotting, Articles, Active and Passive Verbs, Idioms and Phrases, Critical Reasoning, etc.
Topics in this section check the hold over the English language and vocabulary.
Yes, there is sectional weightage in the ACAT exam. There are four sections in the ACAT question paper. There is a total of 100 MCQs in the ACAT exam and each sections has 25 multiple-choice questions each. Each question will carry three marks which makes a total of 75 marks per sections and 300 marks overall.
Amrita CAT Registration 2027
Amrita CAT application form is released online at the official website. Check below to know how to apply for Amrita CAT:
- Go to website of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
- Click on registration link for Amrita CAT
- Students need to generate a User ID and password
- User ID and password will also be sent to the student on the registered email and SMS
- Next, students have to log in again using details and fill the complete Amrita CAT application form 2027
- Upload documents and pay registration fee through a Credit Card or Debit Card or Net Banking
- Application fee for Amrita CAT 2027 is INR 1880, including GST.
- The fee cannot be paid offline
👉Amrita CAT application form link
Amrita CAT Application Fee
Amrita CAT application fee is INR 1880, including GST. Students can pay the amount via:
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Internet Banking
- UPI
Amrita CAT 2027 Exam Pattern
Check the table below to know the Amrita CAT exam pattern:
| Exam structure |
Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Sections |
4 Sections
|
| Duration of Exam |
150 minutes or 2 hours and 30 minutes |
| Mode of Exam |
Online |
| Total Number of Questions |
100 |
| Marking Scheme |
|
Commonly asked questions
The benefits are:
- ACAT mock tests are like the actual Amrita CAT exam environment. By taking mock tests, students get to know with the exam pattern, structure, the number of questions in each section, and the overall time available.
- Amrita CAT is a time-bound exam, and efficient time management is important to maximize the Amrita CAT score. Mock tests help the candidates to practice managing their time effectively within the time limits.
- Mock tests provide ample practice opportunities to apply knowledge and skills. Students can work on enhancing speed and accuracy.
Important topics of ACAT Verbal Ability section are Grammar, Vocabulary, Para Jumbles, Sentence Completion, Antonyms, Synonyms, Fill in the Blanks, Error Spotting, Articles, Active and Passive Verbs, Idioms and Phrases, Critical Reasoning, etc.
Topics in this section check the hold over the English language and vocabulary.
QA important topics for ACAT include:
- Arithmetic
- Algebra
- Modern Math
- Geometry
- Number System
- Percentage
- Profit and Loss
- Time, Speed and Distance
- Mensuration
- Permutation and Combination, etc.
The important Data Interpretation and Analysis section includes topics which test the candidate's analytical and critical thinking. The important topics of the Data Interpretation and Analysis section include Line Graph, Pie Chart, Data Sufficiency, Caselets, Tables, Bar Graphs, Blood Relations, Venn Diagrams, Data Arrangement, Syllogisms, Clocks and Calendars, etc.
Amrita ACAT Syllabus 2027
Amrita CAT syllabus 2027 is divided in 4 sections, i.e. General Knowledge, Verbal Ability, Data Interpretation and Quantitative Aptitude. Each section of Amrita CAT syllabus tests different skills and capabilities of students. Check below to know the important topics of the Amrita CAT exam:
- Quantitative Aptitude: Number System, Algebra, Time, Distance and Speed, Averages, Geometry, Profit and Loss, Equations, Mensuration
- Data Interpretation: Puzzles, Graph, Syllogisms, Data Arrangement, Venn Diagrams, Blood Relation, Family Tree, Series, Caselets
- Verbal Ability: Parts of Speech, Reading Comprehension, Sentence Correction, Antonyms, Synonyms, Prepositions, Critical Reasoning, Formation of Words
- General Knowledge: Awards and Recognition, Sports, History and Geography, Personalities, etc.
Download ACAT exam syllabus PDF for free:
| Amrita CAT Syllabus PDF Download |
Amrita CAT Exam Preparation 2027
Students preparing for Amrita CAT exam can check below points for better preparation:
- Understand the syllabus and pattern.
- Make a study plan and cover all topics according to time left for the exam.
- Gather recommended books for MBA entrance exams.
- If required, take guidance from peers, teachers, and counsellors.
- Practice past papers and mock tests in exam-like environment.
- Work on your speed and accuracy.
- Keep negative marking in mind while answering questions.
Amrita CAT Prep Books
Below is the list of some CAT prep books that applicants can refer to prepare for Amrita CAT exam:
| Books | Author |
|---|---|
| Books for Quantitative Aptitude | |
| NCERT Mathematics books (Class 9-10) | NCERT |
| How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT | Arun Sharma |
| Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | Abhijit Guha |
| Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT | Sarvesh Verma |
| Quantitative Aptitude for CAT | Nishit Sinha |
| Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examination | RS Aggarwal |
| Books for DILR | |
| A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning | RS Agarwal |
| How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for CAT | Arun Sharma |
| How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT | Arun Sharma |
| Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT | Nishit Sinha |
| Books for VARC | |
| How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT | Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay |
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension For the CAT | Nishit Sinha |
| Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis |
| High School Grammar and Composition | Wren and Martin |
| 30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary by | Wilfred Funk & Norman Lewis/ Simon & Schuster |
Amrita CAT Mock Test
Amrita Business School conducts mock tests for candidates to prepare for the exam. Check below to know how to register and take ACAT mock tests:
- Go to website of Amrita Business School
- Click on Register Here
- Enter details, name of student, email Id, mobile number, city, etc.
- After registration, students can login using their login details
FAQs on Amrita CAT Exam
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Commonly asked questions
- Details filled should be correct and error free
- Upload clear photo and signatures in prescribed format
- Application fee can be paid online only.
- Do not leave any mandatory field blank.
ACAT entrance exam dates 2027 will be announced on official website. It will be conducted in CBT Test format across different exam centres. Duration of ACAT exam is 150 minutes or three hours. Candidates have to visit the ACAT exam centre to take the exam.
ACAT or Amrita MBA exam will be conducted in CBT Test mode.
ACAT question paper will be in English and will have 100 MCQs with four options each. 3 marks will be given for correct answers and one mark will be subtracted for incorrect answer.
Yes, international students can apply for the ACAT exam. Candidates applying should have a minimum of IBT-TOEFL score of 79 or IELTS score of 6.5 with individual category score of 6 or PTE score of 55 with individual category score of 50. They must also fulfil the other qualfying criteria for ACAT exam. They must have a valid passport.
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