The CAT 2024 exam will be held on November 24, 2024, and is likely to be conducted by IIM Calcutta. Here’s everything you need to know for CAT 2024.
CAT 2024 exam date is November 24, 2024. The exam will be conducted in three shifts across over 130 cities in India. The official CAT 2024 notification will be released on July 30, 2024, on the IIMCAT website. This notification will include details such as CAT 2024 dates, fees, eligibility, courses, and other important information. The CAT 2024 application process will begin in the first week of August 2024.
| CAT Exam Particulars | CAT Details |
| CAT Full Form | Common Admission Test (CAT) |
| Conducting Institute for 2024 | IIM Calcutta (to be confirmed) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| CAT 2024 Exam Date | November 24, 2024 |
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| CAT Exam Fees | INR 2,400 (General category) and INR 1,200 (Reserved category) |
| Number of Test Takers | 3.30 lakh (in 2023) |
| CAT exam mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) with MCQs and non-MCQs |
| No. of test cities | 155 |
| CAT exam website | https://iimcat.ac.in |
CAT 2024: Important Dates
Important CAT 2024 dates and timeline.
| CAT 2024 Important Dates & Timeline | Important dates |
| CAT 2024 Notification Date | July 28-29, 2024 |
| CAT Registration Start Date 2024 | August 4, 2024 |
| CAT 2024 Last Date of Registration | September 15, 2024 |
| CAT 2024 Registration Fees | Rs.2500 |
| CAT 2024 Exam Date | November 24, 2024 |
| CAT 2024 Result Date | January 4-5, 2025 |
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CAT 2024 Registration Date
The cat exam 2024 registration date is expected to begin in the first week of August 2024 and end in the third or fourth week of September 2024.
| Event | Expected Date |
| CAT 2024 Registration Date | 3 August 2024 |
| CAT 2024 Registration Last Date | 15 September 2024 |
| CAT 2024 Exam Date | November 24, 2024 |
CAT 2024 Application Fee (Revised)
IIM Calcutta has increased the CAT 2024 fee for all categories of candidates. The CAT exam fee for General/EWS/NC-OBC is Rs. 2400 while for SC/ST/PwD candidates, it is Rs. 1200/- Check the following table to know the CAT exam fee.
| Candidate’s Category | CAT Form Fee |
| General/EWS/NC-OBC candidate | Rs. 2400 |
| SC/ST/PwD candidate | Rs. 1200 |
CAT Exam Eligibility 2024 – Graduation Marks
Eligibility Criteria for CAT 2024 Exam
To surpass the Eligibility for CAT Exam 2024, candidates need to meet these criteria:
- Education: Completed a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- Minimum Marks (General): Obtained at least 50% marks in the bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum Marks (SC/ST/PwD/DA): Attained a minimum of 45% marks in the bachelor’s degree.
- Final Year Candidates: Students in their final year or awaiting results can also apply.
- Age Limit: No age restrictions for CAT Exam 2024.
- Professional Degrees: Candidates with professional degrees like CA/CS/ICWA/FCAI and the required percentage are eligible.
FAQs
- When is the CAT Exam 2024?
CAT Exam 2024 will be held on November 24, 2024.
- Can I take the CAT Exam 2024 more than once in a year?
No, CAT Exam is conducted once a year, and candidates can appear for it only once in that particular year.
- How many CAT attempts are allowed?
There is no restriction on the number of CAT exam attempts. Candidates can take the Common Admission Test as often as they want. The CAT attempt limit is not specified by the IIMs.
- Is there an age limit for appearing in the CAT 2024 exam?
No, there is no any age limit to apply for the CAT 2024 exam. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree of any age category can appear for the CAT exam.
- Can final year students apply for the CAT 2024 exam?
Yes, The final year graduates of any bachelor’s degree can apply for the CAT 2024 exam. If the candidate qualifies for the CAT exam, they need to submit the marksheets and certificates for the admission process.
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