{"id":789,"date":"2024-02-23T17:42:18","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T12:12:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/mba\/?p=789"},"modified":"2024-02-23T17:42:44","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T12:12:44","slug":"cat-notification-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/mba\/cat-notification-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"CAT 2024 Notification, Download PDF"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a computer-based test for admission to a graduate management program. The test consists of three sections: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Ability (QA). The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) started this exam and use the test for selecting students for their business administration programs (MBA or PGDM). The test is conducted every year by one of the IIMs based on a policy of rotation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>CAT, or the Common Admission Test, is a big test for getting into IIMs (fancy business schools) for MBA or PGDM programs. IIM Calcutta will likely do the CAT 2024 on <strong>November 24, 2024<\/strong>. The CAT 2024 exam notification is expected to be released on <strong>30-July-2024<\/strong>. CAT is on a computer, takes 2 hours, and happens in different places in India. You can learn about who can take it, when it is, what the test is like, and some tips for preparing in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT 2024 exam overview is given in the table below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th>CAT Exam Particulars<\/th><th>CAT 2024&nbsp;Details<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>CAT Full Form<\/td><td>Common Admission Test (CAT)&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Conducting Institute for 2024<\/td><td>IIM Calcutta (to be confirmed)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam Level<\/td><td>National<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam Frequency<\/td><td>Once a year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT 2024 Exam Date<\/td><td>November 24, 2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT Exam Timings<\/td><td>Session 1: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AMSession 2: 12:30 PM to 2:30 PMSession 3: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT Exam Fees<\/td><td>INR 2,400 (General category) and INR 1,200 (Reserved category)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of Test Takers<\/td><td>3.30 lakh (in 2023)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT exam mode<\/td><td>Computer Based Test (CBT) with MCQs and non-MCQs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>No. of test cities<\/td><td>155<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT exam website<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/iimcat.ac.in\/?utm_source=shiksha&amp;utm_medium=Shiksha-ED&amp;utm_campaign=Shiksha-Onsite\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/iimcat.ac.in<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam helpdesk no.<\/td><td>1-800-210-1088 (Toll Free)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/cat-mock-test\/?ref=contms&amp;utm_medium=Organic&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_campaign=contms\">Attempt Free CAT Mock test 2024<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Important Dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT 2024 exam is expected to be conducted on <strong>24-Nov-2024<\/strong>, the last weekend of November. It will be conducted in three sessions across 300 test sites in 155 cities throughout India. CAT is the most popular entrance exam for MBA\/PGDM programs in India. If you\u2019re planning to take the CAT exam in 2024, make sure to note the important dates for registration, admit card release, answer key release, and result declaration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th>CAT Exam Events<\/th><th>CAT Exam Date 2024<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>CAT 2024 notification release<\/td><td>30-July-2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT exam 2024 registration dates<\/td><td>03-Aug-2024 (10:00 AM) to&nbsp; 15-Sep-2024 (5:00 PM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT form correction<\/td><td>Last week of September 2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT admit card 2024<\/td><td>25-Oct-2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT exam 2024 date<\/td><td>24-Nov-2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT answer key release<\/td><td>First week of December 2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Answer key challenge process<\/td><td>First week of December 2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Declaration of CAT 2024 result<\/td><td>Last week of December 2024 or First week of January 2025<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification &#8211; Download PDF<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>CAT 2024 is coming up! The notification for CAT 2024 exam will be released on 30-July-2024. You can start registering from 03-Aug-2024 (10:00 AM) to\u00a0 15-Sep-2024 (5:00 PM). The direct link to download the notification will be given below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">CAT Notification 2024 \u2013 Download PDF (Inactive Link)<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Apply Online<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The exam notification is expected to be released on 30-July-2024. The CAT 2024 registration starts from 03-Aug-2024 (10:00 AM) to\u00a0 15-Sep-2024 (5:00 PM) and the link will be shared below once its released.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/cat-mock-test\/?ref=contms&amp;utm_medium=Organic&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_campaign=contms\">Attempt Free CAT Mock test 2024<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Application Form<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT exam form for 2024 might come out in early 03-Aug-2024 (10:00 AM) to\u00a0 15-Sep-2024 (5:00 PM). If you want to take the CAT 2024 test, you can fill out the form online on the official website, iimcat.ac.in. To finish signing up, you have to pay a fee. It&#8217;s around Rs 2300 for general category and Rs 1150 for reserved categories. But remember, these fees might change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Steps to Fill Application Form<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Visit the Website:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the official CAT website: iimcat.ac.in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Start Registration:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click on &#8220;New Candidate Registration&#8221; to begin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enter Personal Details:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fill in your info: name, birthdate, email, country, phone number, and the captcha code.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Verify Email and Phone:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get a code (OTP) and use it to check your email and phone number are correct.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Create Login:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use the CAT ID and password you made to log in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fill in Your Details:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provide your personal, address, and emergency contact information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Upload Documents:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Follow the rules to upload your documents in the right size and format.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Educational Details:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Put in your school info starting from Class 10.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work Experience (if any):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you have worked, tell them about it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose Exam Cities:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pick up to six cities where you want to take the test.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pay the Fee:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>General category pays Rs 2300; SC\/ST\/PwD pay Rs 1150.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Print Application:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Print a copy of your filled application for your records.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Application Form Correction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Visit the CAT 2024 Website:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the official website for CAT 2024, which is iimcat.ac.in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Log In:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use your user ID and password to log into your account.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Access Your Application:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find and open your application form. It might be in your account dashboard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Edit as Needed:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make any changes that are required. This could be fixing mistakes or updating information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Save Changes:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>After making the changes, be sure to save the updated application form.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Guidelines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The revised duration of the test will be 120 minutes. There will be three sections:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Section I:<\/strong>&nbsp;Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension<br><strong>Section II:<\/strong>&nbsp;Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning<br><strong>Section III<\/strong>: Quantitative Ability<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Candidates will be allotted exactly 40 minutes for answering questions in each section and they will not be allowed to switch from one section to another while answering questions in a section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some questions in each section may not be of multiple-choice type. Instead, direct answers will have to be typed on the screen. Also, they will allow the use of a basic on-screen calculator for computation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The relevant sections of the CAT website will be updated later to reflect changes as per the above announcements and the candidates are advised to check it regularly for further details<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Application Fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u20b91100 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u20b92200 for all other candidates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note that a candidate needs to pay the registration fee only once, irrespective of the number of institutes he\/she is applying for. SC, ST, and PwD candidates must upload a copy of their SC\/ST\/PwD certificates at the time of registration. Fees once paid cannot be refunded under any circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/cat-mock-test\/?ref=contms&amp;utm_medium=Organic&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_campaign=contms\">Attempt Free CAT Mock test 2024<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Exam Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The likely exam pattern for CAT 2024 is as follows<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Online Test:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The CAT exam is done on a computer. So, you should be familiar with using a computer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Two Types of Questions:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There are two kinds of questions in all three parts. One where you pick an answer from choices (MCQ), and the other where you write your answer (non-MCQ).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Penalty for Wrong Answers (MCQ):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you get the multiple-choice questions (MCQs) wrong, you lose a fraction of your score (\u2153 marks). But if you get the other type wrong, it&#8217;s okay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No Negative Marking for Non-MCQs:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For the questions where you write the answer, there&#8217;s no penalty for getting it wrong, based on past patterns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time Allotment:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Each part of the test gets 40 minutes. You have to answer all the questions in that time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>CAT 2024<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Mode of Examination<\/td><td>Online (Computer Based)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Medium of Examination<\/td><td>English<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Questions<\/td><td>66<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Questions Per Section<\/td><td>VARC: 24<br>DILR: 20<br>QA: 22<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Time Allotted<\/td><td>120 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Time Allotted per Section<\/td><td>40 minutes each<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Type of Questions<\/td><td>MCQs and TITA (Type in the Answer)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Marking Scheme<\/td><td>+3 for every right answer and -1 for every wrong answer<br>TITA has no negative marking<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Exam Syllabus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>CAT is a test for business skills. It checks how well you think and solve problems. The test has three parts: one about reading and understanding, one about interpreting data and thinking logically, and one about math.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Sections<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>No of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Time Allotted (in min)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Important Topics<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)<\/td><td>24<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>Reading comprehension, para jumbles, para summary, verbal reasoning, etc<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)<\/td><td>20<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>Charts, graphs, arrangements, blood relations, puzzles, etc<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quantitative Aptitude (QA)<\/td><td>22<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>Algebra, arithmetic, number systems, geometry, permutations, and combinations, mensuration, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>66<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>120<\/strong><\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/cat-mock-test\/?ref=contms&amp;utm_medium=Organic&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_campaign=contms\">Attempt Free CAT Mock test 2024<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Eligibility Criteria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates must full fill certain eligibility in order to attempt CAT 2024 exam. The eligibility criteria for CAT exam is given in the table below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Eligibility Criteria<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Education Qualification<\/strong><\/td><td>Bachelor\u2019s Degree<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Minimum Marks Required<\/strong><\/td><td>At least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Relaxation for Reserved Categories<\/strong><\/td><td>45% marks or equivalent CGPA for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Disability (PWD) categories<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Recognition of University\/Institution<\/strong><\/td><td>The degree must be awarded by any University or educational institution as incorporated by an Act of Parliament or State Legislature in India or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of HRD, Government of India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Calculation of Percentage of Marks<\/strong><\/td><td>The percentage of marks obtained by the candidate would be calculated based on the practice followed by the respective University\/Institution. In case of grades\/CGPA, the conversion to the percentage of marks would be based on the procedure as certified by the respective University\/Institution. If the University\/Institution doesn\u2019t have a scheme for converting CGPA into equivalent marks, the equivalence will be established by dividing the candidate\u2019s CGPA by the maximum possible CGPA and multiplying the result by 100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Eligibility for Final Year Candidates<\/strong><\/td><td>Candidates appearing for the final year of the Bachelor\u2019s degree\/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed degree requirements and are awaiting results can also apply<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Provisional Admission for Final Year Candidates<\/strong><\/td><td>Such candidates, if selected, will be allowed to join the program provisionally, only if they submit a certificate from the Principal\/Registrar of their University\/Institution (issued on or before the date stipulated by the respective IIM) stating that they have completed all the requirements for obtaining the Bachelor\u2019s degree\/equivalent qualification on the date of the issue of the certificate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Verification of Eligibility<\/strong><\/td><td>IIMs may verify eligibility at various stages of the selection process<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Selection Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After successfully passing the CAT exam and meeting the required cutoff, candidates get invited for the selection process by different institutes, including IIMs and non-IIMs. The admission procedures can vary, usually involving CAT scores, Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interviews (PI). Here&#8217;s a breakdown:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Written Ability Test (WAT):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Candidates might have to take a written test to showcase their ability to express ideas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Group Discussion (GD):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Some institutes conduct group discussions where candidates discuss a given topic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Personal Interviews (PI):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Personal interviews are also a part of the selection process, where candidates answer questions about themselves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>CAT scores are accepted by various institutes, not just IIMs. This includes other prestigious institutions like IITs, IISc Bangalore, NITs, JNU, IMT Ghaziabad, IPU, MDI Gurgaon, and SPJIMR Mumbai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To increase their chances of getting in, candidates should thoroughly research and understand the selection criteria and process of the institutes they&#8217;re interested in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Admit Card<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT 2024 exam admit card is really important for MBA hopefuls, and they must have it on the exam day. Here are the key points to know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility to Download:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Only those who signed up for the CAT 2024 exam can get their admit card.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Official Website Access:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To get the admit card, candidates should go to the IIM CAT official website &#8211; iimcat.ac.in and log in using their ID and password.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Admit Card Contents:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The admit card includes important details like the test center, exam date, and other crucial information about the exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Essential on Exam Day:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Having the CAT admit card is a must on the exam day; don&#8217;t forget to bring it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Information Accuracy Check:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Candidates should make sure all the info on the admit card is right. If something seems off, they should contact the authorities right away.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Exam Guidelines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The revised duration of the test will be 120 minutes. There will be three sections:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Section I:<\/strong>&nbsp;Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension<br><strong>Section II:<\/strong>&nbsp;Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning<br><strong>Section III<\/strong>: Quantitative Ability<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Candidates will be allotted exactly 40 minutes for answering questions in each section and they will not be allowed to switch from one section to another while answering questions in a section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some questions in each section may not be of multiple-choice type. Instead, direct answers will have to be typed on the screen. Also, they will allow the use of a basic on-screen calculator for computation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Booklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning resources like books are a great way to stay involved while preparing for CAT. Here is the CAT 2024 Booklist<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT Books For Quantitative Ability:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Book Title<\/th><th>Author<\/th><th>Key Features<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT<\/strong><\/td><td>Arun Sharma<\/td><td>\u2013 Offers 3 levels of difficulty for each topic to gradually build concepts.<br>\u2013 Simple and easy-to-understand language, making it popular among CAT aspirants.<br>\u2013 Popular choice for CAT preparation.<br>\u2013 Recommended for candidates seeking a structured approach to learning.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT<\/strong><\/td><td>Sarvesh Verma<\/td><td>\u2013 Comprehensive content tailored for CAT aspirants.<br>\u2013 Suitable for both students with and without a strong mathematical background.<br>\u2013 One-stop book that covers all essential topics for the CAT exam.<br>\u2013 Lucid explanations for easy understanding.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Quantitative Aptitude for CAT<\/strong><\/td><td>Nishit Sinha<\/td><td>\u2013 Covers crucial topics for building a solid basic and advanced understanding.<br>\u2013 Authored by a CAT trainer and coach from IIM Lucknow, adding credibility.<br>\u2013 Published by Pearson, known for its quality study materials.<br>\u2013 Recommended for aspirants seeking well-structured content from an expert.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Verbal Ability Books For CAT:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Certainly! Here\u2019s a proper table comparing the three popular books for preparing Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT exam:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Book Title<\/th><th>Authors<\/th><th>Key Features<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT<\/strong><\/td><td>Arun Sharma, Meenakshi Upadhyay<\/td><td>\u2013 Covers three major topics: Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, and Verbal Reasoning.<br>\u2013 Provides practice papers and mock exams for self-assessment.<br>\u2013 Aims to improve verbal and reading comprehension skills for CAT aspirants.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension For The CAT<\/strong><\/td><td>Nishit Sinha<\/td><td>\u2013 Exhaustive resource for verbal ability preparation.<br>\u2013 Includes numerous tests for practice.<br>\u2013 Provides problem-solving techniques and approaches.<br>\u2013 Highly recommended book for CAT preparation in the verbal section.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>High School Grammar and Composition by Wren and Martin<\/strong><\/td><td>Wren and Martin<\/td><td>\u2013 Focuses on improving grammar skills.<br>\u2013 Useful for those who need to strengthen their grasp on verbal abilities.<br>\u2013 Helps in understanding and conceptualizing different aspects of grammar.<br>\u2013 Considered a must-have book for grammar improvement.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning Books For CAT:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Book Title<\/th><th>Author<\/th><th>Key Features<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning<\/strong><\/td><td>R.S. Agarwal<\/td><td>\u2013 Best for starting with basic reasoning tasks due to easy-to-understand language.<br>\u2013 Covers logic, statements, inferences, arguments, assumptions, conclusions, action plans, logical puzzles, etc., in different sections.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for CAT<\/strong><\/td><td>Arun Sharma<\/td><td>\u2013 Topics covered for CAT and other entrance exams.<br>\u2013 Solved examples for each topic followed by challenging problems for practice.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT<\/strong><\/td><td>Arun Sharma<\/td><td>\u2013 Discusses all aspects of Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency.<br>\u2013 Emphasizes the importance of developing calculation skills for gaining an advantage in DI.<br>\u2013 Contains past test papers, sample test papers, and questions from previous years.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT<\/strong><\/td><td>Nishit Sinha<\/td><td>\u2013 Six sections covering various logical reasoning and data interpretation topics.<br>\u2013 Each subject explained with examples, case studies, and exercises.<br>\u2013 Can be used for other exams as well.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Data Interpretation by Nishit Sinha<\/strong><\/td><td>Nishit Sinha<\/td><td>\u2013 Ample practice for interpreting data for CAT and other MBA entrance exams.<br>\u2013 Sharpens data interpretation skills.<br>\u2013 Useful for various competitive exams such as NMAT, GMAT, SNAP, XAT, CMAT, etc.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, previous years\u2019 CAT papers can prove to be useful in preparing for the CAT as you become familiar with the questions asked in the CAT, giving you an edge. They can be used as mock examinations, and their analysis can give you a lot of insights into your preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/cat-mock-test\/?ref=contms&amp;utm_medium=Organic&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_campaign=contms\">Attempt Free CAT Mock test 2024<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Programs Offered<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>A. Post Graduate Programs in Management (PGP)<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Institutes<\/strong><\/th><th>Programmes<\/th><th><strong>Website Addresses<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>IIM Ahmedabad<\/td><td>PGP, PGP-FABM, ePGP<\/td><td>www.iima.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Amritsar<\/td><td>MBA, EMBA, MBA-Business Analytics, MBA-HRM<\/td><td>www.iimamritsar.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Bangalore<\/td><td>PGP, PGPEM, PGPBA<\/td><td>www.iimb.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Bodh Gaya<\/td><td>PGP<\/td><td>www.iimbg.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Calcutta<\/td><td>MBA<\/td><td>www.iimcal.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Indore<\/td><td>PGP, PGP-HRM<\/td><td>www.iimidr.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Jammu<\/td><td>PGP<\/td><td>www.iimj.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Kashipur<\/td><td>MBA, MBA (Analytics), MBA (WX)<\/td><td>www.iimkashipur.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Kozhikode<\/td><td>PGP, PGP-BL, PGP-F, PGP-LSM<\/td><td>www.iimk.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Lucknow<\/td><td>PGP, PGP-ABM, PGP-SM<\/td><td>www.iiml.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Nagpur<\/td><td>PGP<\/td><td>www.iimnagpur.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Raipur<\/td><td>PGP<\/td><td>www.iimraipur.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Ranchi<\/td><td>PGP, PGP-HRM, PGP (Business Analytics)<\/td><td>www.iimranchi.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Rohtak<\/td><td>PGP, EPGPX, EPGDSM<\/td><td>www.iimrohtak.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Sambalpur<\/td><td>MBA<\/td><td>www.iimsambalpur.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Shillong<\/td><td>PGP, PGPEX, PGPWE<\/td><td>www.iimshillong.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Sirmaur<\/td><td>MBA, MBA (T&amp;HM)<\/td><td>www.iimsirmaur.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Tiruchirappalli<\/td><td>PGPM, PGPM-HR, PGPBM<\/td><td>www.iimtrichy.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Udaipur<\/td><td>MBA<\/td><td>www.iimu.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Visakhapatnam<\/td><td>PGP, PGPEx, PGPDGM<\/td><td>www.iimv.ac.in<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>B. Fellow Programs in Management (FPM) [Doctoral]<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Institute<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Program<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>IIM Ahmedabad<\/td><td>PhD<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Amritsar<\/td><td>PhD<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Bangalore<\/td><td>PhD<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Bodh Gaya<\/td><td>PhD (FPM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Calcutta<\/td><td>PhD<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Indore<\/td><td>FPM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Jammu<\/td><td>PhD<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Kashipur<\/td><td>FPM, EFPM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Kozhikode<\/td><td>PhD, PhD (PT)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Lucknow<\/td><td>FPM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Raipur<\/td><td>FPM\/ PhD, EFPM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Ranchi<\/td><td>PhD, EPhD<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Rohtak<\/td><td>PhD, Part-Time FPM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Sambalpur<\/td><td>PhD, E PhD<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Shillong<\/td><td>PhD, PhDWP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Sirmaur<\/td><td>PhD<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Tiruchirappalli<\/td><td>FPM, E-FPM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Udaipur<\/td><td>PhD<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIM Visakhapatnam<\/td><td>PhD<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CAT 2024 Notification \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1698650583239\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Q1. When the CAT 2024 exam notification will be released?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans. The CAT 2024 exam notification has been released on 30-July-2024.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1698650592661\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Q2. What is the Application Fees for CAT 2024 exam?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans. The application fees for CAT 2024 is \u20b91100 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates. \u20b92200 for all other candidates.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1698650625957\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Q3. When does the online registration starts for CAT 2024 exam?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans. 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