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New Delhi, Updated on Aug 1, 2024 12:06 IST

IIM CAT 2024 registration process has commenced from today. Candidates planning to pursue MBA from IIMs or other top MBA colleges in India can register for the CAT 2024. Check important points for CAT 2024 registration and application form submission.

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CAT 2024 registration: Important points

IIM CAT 2024 registration has started. MBA aspirants can apply for the national level MBA entrance exam from today till September 13, 2024. CAT 2024 exam will be held on November 24, 2024. The exam will be held in 170 cities across India, to felicitate candidates from every part of the country to appear for it easily. The CAT application form 2024 is available at iimcat.ac.in website. To apply for the CAT 2024, candidates will have to register to create a login ID.

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CAT 2024 registration window

CAT 2024 Registration: Important Points to Note

CAT 2024 registration and form filling process is a one-time activity and details filled in are verified by the examination authority. Thus, candidates must fill the CAT 2024 carefully. Here are a few points to note before filling up the CAT 2024 application form:

  • The link to register for CAT is iimcat.ac.in
  • Web-browser to use for CAT 2024 form filling are: Mozilla (version 94 to 112), Google Chrome (88 to 113) or Microsoft Edge (88 to 113).
  • The CAT 2024 Application Form is compatible with Android (version 4.0 and above) and iOS (version 11 and above). So, candidates can fill the form on smart phones too.
  • Candidates must provide Correct Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number andEmail Address as these details cannot be changed once the registration is complete.
  • Candidates can select only 5 cities for test centre allotment. They must select their home town or city of residence as the first option as the examination authority strives to allot the test centre in the city of first preference for the convenience of candidates.
  • Academic and all personal details have to be filled in correctly as those fields are non-editable after CAT 2024 form submission.
  • The CAT registration fees has been increased from INR 2400 to INR 2500 for General category candidates and from INR 1200 to INR 1250 to SC/ST/PwD candidates.
  • The fee payment process is to be completed by September 13, 2024 (the last date of form submission) as until the fee is paid, candidate registration will remain incomplete.
  • During the CAT 2024 form correction process, only image, signature and test cities can be edited.
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Q:   What is the CAT application fee?
A:

The CAT application fee is INR 2,600 for General, EWS and NC-OBC candidates. For the SC/SCT/PWD candidates, the fee is INR 1,300. Applicants have to pay the fee at the time of form filling. The application form is not accepted without the payment of fees. Candidates must also keep in mind that the CAT application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Thus, candidates must fill their forms carefully as if they make a mistake they will have to fill the application form again and pay the fees again. There is a provision of form correction in CAT but only test centre, photo and signature can be edited in the already submitted form. In case, you, ve made a mistake in any other field, you will have to fill the form again. 

Q:   What were the registration dates for CAT?
A:

CAT application process 2024 began on August 1, 2024 at the iimcat.ac.in website. The registration process ends on September 20, 2024.

The schedule of CAT 2024 registration cum application was announced on July 28, 2024 at the iimcat.ac.in website. The notification for CAT 2024 was released at the IIMCAT websites and in all national newspapers. The last date to submit CAT application form 2024 was September 13, 2024 but was later extended to September 20, 2024.

 

Q:   Can I fill the CAT registration form before, and submit the fee later?
A:

Yes, candidates can fill out the CAT application form on one day and pay the fee on another day, as it is not mandatory to register for the CAT exam, fill out the application form, or pay the fee in one go. The registration and application window will remain open for candidates who have registered for the exam and created an ID until the last date of form submission. The applicant can log in and check/fill/edit the CAT application form anytime during the form-filling period. Only the phone number and email ID will not be editable once registration is complete. However, candidates need to submit the CAT form and application fee before the deadline to be eligible to appear for the exam. The CAT application form will not be submitted until the fee payment is completed. The fee can be paid via debit card, credit card, net banking, and UPI wallet.

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