CAT
Common Admission Test
The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a computer-based test for admission to the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other prestigious business schools in India.
DI Weightage
30%
DI Difficulty
8/10
DI Sets per Year
2-3
Typically 4 questions per set
Time per Set
10 min
2.5 min per question
CAT Overview
Key information about the CAT exam
About CAT
The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a computer-based test for admission to the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other prestigious business schools in India.
Important Dates
Registration: August - September 2024
Exam Date: November 2024
Duration: 2 hours
Result: January 2025
Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Time (minutes) | Marks per Question | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verbal Ability | 24 | 40 | 3 | 72 |
| Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning | 20 | 40 | 3 | 60 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 22 | 40 | 3 | 66 |
| Total | 66 | 120 | - | 198 |
Eligibility
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
- Final year students can also apply
- No age limit for most candidates
- Work experience preferred but not mandatory