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Sundararajan | August 3, 2022 | 04:39 PM IST

NEW DELHI: The Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore, commenced the CAT 2022 registration process on August 3. The link to fill and submit the online CAT application form 2022 has been activated at the official CAT 2022 website - iimcat.ac.in. CAT registration 2022 last date is September 14. To complete the CAT exam 2022 registration process, students have to pay CAT registration fees of Rs 2300 for general candidates and Rs 1150 for reserved candidates. Common Admission Test (CAT) 2022 will be held on November 27.
Click here to fill out the CAT registration form 2022

A valid email id and phone number will be required to register and create CAT 2022 login. General/ EWS/ NC-OBC category candidates applying for the CAT entrance exam 2022 must have a minimum of 50% or more marks in the Bachelor’s degree, and it is 45% for SC/ ST/ PwD category.

CAT 2022 registration live and latest updates on this page. Know documents required for CAT exam registration, CAT application fee, step-by-step process of filling the CAT 2022 application form, CAT registration last date, and more.

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CAT 2022 Registration Live Updates: Highlights

Particulars

CAT Exam 2022 Details

CAT 2022 conducting IIM

Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bangalore

CAT full form

Common Admission Test (CAT)

No. of candidates expected to apply for CAT 2022

2,50,000+

CAT exam 2022 registration date

August 3, 2022, at 10 am

CAT registration last date

September 14, 2022, at 5 pm

Mode of CAT 2022 registration

Online

CAT 2022 exam date

November 27, 2022, Sunday

CAT 2022 exam mode

Computer-based test (CBT)

Official CAT 2022 website

iimcat.ac.in

CAT exam fees

Rs 2300 for General
Rs 1150 for SC/ ST/ PwD

How to apply for CAT 2022?

To apply for CAT IIM Entrance Exam 2022, students are advised to follow the below step-by-step procedure.

  • Step 1: Go to the CAT 2022 official website - iimcat.ac.in.
  • Step 2: Find and click on the 'Register' button in the right middle of the homepage.
  • Step 3: It will redirect you to the CAT form page. From there fill out the CAT registration form 2022 using valid and required details.
  • Step 4: Using the CAT login credentials, go to the dashboard and fill in the CAT application form.
  • Step 5: Next, upload scanned documents required for CAT registration 2022.
  • Step 6: Pay the CAT registration fees in online mode using any payment gateway.
  • Step 7: Submit the filled CAT form 2022 and take a printout of it for your future reference.

CAT exam 2022 will be held in 150 cities across the country. Like last year, IIM Bangalore is going to conduct the CAT entrance exam 2022 in three slots of 2 hours each - Slot 1 from 8:30 am to 10:30 pm, slot 2- 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm, and slot 3 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.

CAT 2022 scores will be accepted by 20 IIMs and over 100 top MBA colleges like MDI Gurgaon, FMS Delhi, IIT Delhi, IIT Mumbai, SPJIMR, GIM Goa, Great Lakes, FORE, IMT Ghaziabad, TAPMI, MICA, etc. Candidates get admission to MBA, PGDM, PGPM, Executive MBA, Fellowship management programmes via CAT exam score.

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IIM Bangalore commenced the CAT 2022 registration process for MBA admission on August 3, 2022, at 10 am. Keep all the required documents handy before filling out the CAT Form 2022. Stay tuned for the latest news and updates about CAT registration 2022.

August 3, 2022 | 04:39 PM IST

Can I apply for CAT exam now?

Yes, you can apply for the CAT 2022 exam in online mode at iimcat.ac.in. The CAT exam registration process began today at 10 am. Eligible candidates can fill out the CAT form 2022 till September 14, at 5 pm.

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August 3, 2022 | 04:01 PM IST

Which IIM will set CAT 2022 paper?

This year IIM Bangalore will conduct the CAT exam 2022 on November 27, 2022, in three slots of two hours each. Prof Ashish Mishra, IIM Bangalore has been appointed as CAT 2022 exam Convenor

August 3, 2022 | 03:26 PM IST

What is the date of CAT exam in 2022?

IIM Bangalore will conduct the CAT 2022 on November 27, 2022, Sunday, in three sessions of 2 hours each. The CAT 2022 questions will be from verbal ability and reading comprehension, data interpretation and logical reasoning, and quantitative ability.

August 3, 2022 | 02:56 PM IST

Is CAT 2022 registration Started?

Indian Institutes of Management (IIM), Bangalore has started the registration process for Common Admission Test (CAT) 2022 on the official website - iimcat.ac.in. According to the notification, the CAT 2022 registration for the MBA entrance exam started today August 3, at 10 am and will end on September 14 at 5 pm.

August 3, 2022 | 02:03 PM IST

When will I get my CAT 2022 admit card?

CAT 2022 admit card will be available for viewing and printing from 5:00 PM on Wednesday, October 27, 2022. First, the CAT admit card will appear only if your online CAT 2022 application form is successfully submitted. Upon successful submission, you will receive an automatic email confirmation. You can log in to the CAT 2022 official website using your registered user ID and view/print the admit card.

August 3, 2022 | 01:26 PM IST

CAT Exam 2022 Live: Is there any negative marking in CAT?

Yes, CAT 2022 will have a negative marking. For every incorrect MCQ, -1 will be there. However, there is no negative marking for the non-MCQs. Candidates appearing for CAT 2022 are advised to mark answers selectively where they are sure of the answers to avoid negative marking.

August 3, 2022 | 01:01 PM IST

CAT 2022 marking scheme

As per the released CAT 2022 paper pattern, candidates can get 120 minutes to solve the entire CAT question paper. Check out the detailed CAT 2022 marking scheme.

  • For every correct response, candidates will get +3 marks

  • For every incorrect answer, 1 mark will be deducted

  • No negative marking for unattempted questions

August 3, 2022 | 12:34 PM IST

IIM CAT registration 2022 Live updates: CAT Exam Pattern

Particulars

Details

Mode of CAT exam

Computer Based Test 

Duration of exam

  • 120 minutes 

  • 40 minutes per section

CAT exam slots

  • Morning: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

  • Afternoon: 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM

  • Evening: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Number of questions

66

CAT total marks

198

Language of question paper

English

Number of answer choices

4

Question Type

MCQ and non-MCQ


August 3, 2022 | 12:00 PM IST

How can I get 99 percentile in CAT?

There are no precise questions that you can attempt and score 99+ percentile. To score 99 percentile, you need to do more than attempt a certain number of questions. CAT percentage is affected by three things.

  • CAT exam pattern and marking scheme

  • Accuracy in solving the CAT questions

  • CAT normalization process

CAT Exam Sections

Total Questions

Good Attempts

VARC

24

18

DILR

20

13

Quantitative Aptitude

22

16

Total

66

47


August 3, 2022 | 11:25 AM IST

Where can I get the list of CAT exam cities?

In the release CAT notification, IIM Bangalore mentioned the number of CAT exam cities where CAT will be held. This time CAT entrance test will be held in 150 cities across the country. Candidates will be able to check the entire CAT exam cities list with the release of the CAT application form. While filling CAT online form, candidates can check the exam cities list from the drop-down menu. Also, the list of CAT 2022 exam cities will be available in the top right corner of the CAT website.

August 3, 2022 | 11:00 AM IST

After CAT registration which screen will appear after login to the website?

After successful CAT 2022 registration, you can use the computer generated CAT login ID and password to login to the official website. After logging in, you will first see the CAT registration Summary page. Click on 'Go to Application Form'. This will take you to the CAT 2022 application form page.

August 3, 2022 | 10:49 AM IST

CAT Registration Live Update 2022: How much does CAT exam cost?

Those candidates who are going to apply for Common Admission Test (CAT) 2022 will have to pay a category wise application fee. Candidates belonging to the unreserved category need to pay Rs 2300 and reserved category candidates will have to pay Rs 1150 as a CAT exam fee.

August 3, 2022 | 10:42 AM IST

CAT 2022 Live Updates: Who will conduct CAT 2022?

The Common Admission Test (CAT) entrance test is conducted by IIMs on a rotational basis. This time Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore will conduct the CAT entrance exam across the 150 test cities across the country in three different shifts on November 27.

August 3, 2022 | 10:28 AM IST

CAT 2022 Live Update: When will CAT 2022 be held and can I choose the CAT exam date?

As per CAT 2022 important dates, IIM Bangalore will conduct Common Admission Test (CAT) 2022 on November 27. CAT 2022 will be held in three different shifts i.e. morning, afternoon and evening session.

There is no manual criteria to choose CAT exam date. CAT will be held on single date i.e. November 27 and candidates have to appear on the same date.

August 3, 2022 | 10:23 AM IST

Can I use my friend’s email address or a coaching institute’s email address when registering for CAT 2022?

One can use any valid email address at the time of CAT 2022 online application form filling but make sure they can access the same email address till the conclusion of the admission process. All the details pertaining to CAT 2022 will be communicated to the same email address which a candidate uses at the time of CAT registration. It is recommended that candidates should use their own email address so that they can access the same anytime.

August 3, 2022 | 10:19 AM IST

CAT 2022 registration window looks like

August 3, 2022 | 10:16 AM IST

CAT Registration 2022: Documents/Enclosures required for filling IIM CAT Application


August 3, 2022 | 10:14 AM IST

IIM CAT 2022 Registration Begins

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore has opened the CAT 2022 registration window today, August 3 in online mode at iimcat.ac.in. Those candidates who have completed their graduation or pursuing the final year of the same cat fill out the CAT online application form. Candidates can fill out the CAT application form by September 14 (5:00 PM).

August 3, 2022 | 10:04 AM IST

Is CAT 2022 registration form out?

No. As per the notification, the CAT registration process will start on 3rd August at 10 am. However, the CAT registration link is not activated on the CAT 2022 official website.

August 3, 2022 | 10:01 AM IST

Documents required to fill the CAT form 2022

  • If you have selected EWS or NC-OBC or SC or ST category then you need to upload the corresponding certificate.

  • If you are a PwD category applicant, you need to upload the relevant PwD certificate

August 3, 2022 | 09:50 AM IST

How to fill out the CAT registration form 2022?

How to Apply for CAT Exam, CAT Eligibility, CAT Syllabus, CAT 2022 Registration Date, etc are explained here in brief. Watch the video below.


August 3, 2022 | 09:45 AM IST

Can I appear for CAT for practice purposes even though I know I am ineligible?

No, you must fulfill the eligibility requirements to appear for the CAT exam. Also, appearing in the CAT entrance exam will be considered as an attempt.

August 3, 2022 | 09:32 AM IST

What should I do in case of payment failure?

While paying CAT registration fees and the amount gets deducted from the bank account and not showing the successful payment of the CAT application fee than in case there is no need to panic. The deducted amount will be refunded in the same bank account within 5 working days. However, candidates can pay the CAT exam fee after some time or use another credit/ debit card or net banking.

August 3, 2022 | 09:21 AM IST

Name of university not mentioned in drop-down list while filling CAT 2022 application form?

If your university name does not appear in the drop-down list while filling out the CAT form 2022, you can select the "Other" option from the drop-down list.

August 3, 2022 | 09:16 AM IST

Can I apply for CAT through Mobile/ Tab?

In order to fill CAT 2022 application form, candidates must ensure that their system should be inbuilt with an updated chrome version. If candidates' mobile/ tab has Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox (version 56 and above) then they can fill out the CAT application form with ease. But it is better to use a computer to fill CAT registration form. Mobile/Tab encountered some issues while uploading documents.

August 3, 2022 | 09:09 AM IST

If the website is not working and I cannot complete my CAT form, what should I do?

If for any reason you cannot access the CAT 2022 registration website, please close your web browser and try again. Make sure you have a stable internet connection. The CAT registration form is best viewed on Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome browsers.

Please contact the CAT 2022 helpdesk for more instructions:

  • Toll-free: 1-800-210-8720
  • Email: cathelpdesk@iimcat.co.in

August 3, 2022 | 09:04 AM IST

Is CAT 2022 form out?

Those candidates who are aspiring to appear for CAT 2022, can fill out the CAT online application form from today onwards after 10:00 AM. Interested and eligible candidates can fill out the CAT application form till September 14. While filling CAT online application form candidates can choose six exam centres from the list. 

Candidates will have to entere all the valid details while filling CAT form. This time IIM Bangalore has revised the CAT exam fee, as per the revised CAT application fee, unreserved category candidates will have to pay Rs 2300 and reserved category candidates will have to pay Rs 1150 as an application fee.

August 3, 2022 | 08:56 AM IST

Can I register for CAT now?

IIM Bangalore is all set to release the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2022 registration form. Candidates will be able to fill and submit the CAT registration form today onwards but after 10:00 AM. Meanwhile, candidates can keep ready all the required documents and details which will be required at the time of CAT online form filling. Apart from that candidates are advised to keep also ready credit/ debit card or net banking details to pay the CAT exam fee.

August 3, 2022 | 08:50 AM IST

Is CAT very difficult?

Overall CAT exam has a moderate difficulty level, but sometimes it becomes easier for those who start their CAT preparation early and practice all three sections regularly. Well planned, you can easily crack CAT 2022. It tests your maths and logic skills in class 10.

August 3, 2022 | 08:42 AM IST

CAT 2022 Registration Live Updates: What is the cost of CAT exam?

Now, CAT registration fees for the general category are Rs. 2300 and Rs. 1150 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates. Candidates can pay the CAT exam fees only through online mode using credit/ debit/ net banking/ UPI, etc.

August 3, 2022 | 08:37 AM IST

CAT Form 2022 Live Updates: When should I apply for CAT 2022?

As per the official CAT 2022 notification, candidates can apply online for the CAT exam 2022 through the official website - iimcat.ac.in from August 03, 2022, at 10 am to September 14, 2022, at 5 pm. This year, CAT 2022 will be held on November 27.

August 3, 2022 | 08:32 AM IST

CAT Registration 2022 Latest News: How to retrieve CAT login credentials

In case CAT login 2022 details are lost, one can retrieve them using the "Forgot User ID/ Password" tab on the CAT 2022 website, iimcat.ac.in. Candidates must fill in the details here, and the new CAT 2022 exam login password will be sent to the registered email id.

August 3, 2022 | 08:26 AM IST

CAT 2022 Registration Live Updates: How can I apply for CAT exam 2022?

To complete the CAT registration form, candidates are advised to follow the below process.

  • First, visit the CAT 2022 official website - iimcat.ac.in.
  • On the homepage, find and click on the 'Register' button.
  • Next, fill out the CAT registration form 2022 using valid details.
  • Then, login to the dashboard and fill in the CAT application form.
  • Upload scanned documents required for CAT registration
  • Then, pay the CAT registration fees online.
  • Finally, submit the completed CAT form 2022.

August 3, 2022 | 08:20 AM IST

CAT Exam Registration Live updates 2022: What’s new this year?

  • Registration fees increased: CAT registration fees have been increased from Rs. 100 for the General category and Rs. 50 for the Reserved category. Now, the CAT exam fees is Rs. 2300 for candidates of the General category and Rs. 1150 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.

  • Number of exam centres: The official CAT 2022 notification has pointed out that the CAT exam centre is reduced from 158 to 150.

August 3, 2022 | 08:10 AM IST

CAT Form 2022 Live Updates: What is CAT exam?

The full form of CAT is the Common Admission Test. It is a national-level MBA entrance exam, which is conducted for admission to various post-graduate programs in management such as - MBA, Executive MBA, PGP, PGP-HRM, MBA-HRM, PGPBA, MBA Business Analytics, etc. CAT 2022 exam will be conducted as a computer-based test.

August 3, 2022 | 07:59 AM IST

CAT Registration Live Updates: Can I register for CAT 2022 now?

The Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore will OPEN the registration for CAT exam 2022 in online mode today at 10 am. IIM Bangalore allows the candidates to register through their official website at iimcat.ac.in. The last date to fill out the CAT form 2022 is September 14.

August 3, 2022 | 07:46 AM IST

CAT Registration 2022 Live: How to fill CAT application form?

CAT application form 2022 can be online only. Candidates will have to create CAT 2022 login by filling in some basic details such as name, date of birth, email id, mobile no., and OTP. 

On the generation of CAT exam 2022 login details, log in via the 'Registered candidate login' tab and complete the CAT 2022 registration by filling in personal, educational, and communication details. Candidates will also have to attach necessary documents and enclosures followed by paying a CAT registration fee.

August 3, 2022 | 06:56 AM IST

CAT Registration 2022: exam centre details to be filled in

CAT 2022 will be held in test centres across 150 cities in the country. The details of the CAT exam centres 2022 (cities) are given on the official IIM CAT website - https://iimcat.ac.in. Candidates need to choose six exam cities while filling CAT application form 2022. 

The actual CAT exam centre address will be given on the CAT admit card after it is released.  It is to be noted that IIMs reserve the right to change or cancel any test centre/city at their discretion.

August 3, 2022 | 05:50 AM IST

CAT Exam Registration Fees: Amount and Mode of payment

IIM Bangalore has increased the CAT 2022 registration fees. The increase is Rs 100 for general/ OBC candidates and Rs 50 for the others. Candidates filling the CAT 2022 application form will now have to pay fees as follows:

Fee for CAT 2022 Registration

  • SC, ST and PwD candidates: Rs 1150 
  • Others: Rs 2300 

Payment of the fee for CAT registration is online through net banking, debit/credit cards etc.

Note: CAT 2022 application fee needs to be paid only once irrespective of the number of institutes applied for. 

Important: SC, ST and PwD candidates have to upload a copy of their SC/ST/PwD certificates at the time of CAT 2022 registration. It is to be noted that the CAT exam registration fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

August 2, 2022 | 10:30 PM IST

CAT Exam Registration 2022 Live: Mistakes to avoid

  • Email id and mobile no. should be valid

  • Details entered while creating CAT 2022 login should be correct and these cannot be changed 

  • Documents and enclosures should be in the format and size specified 

  • A photograph should be formal and have a white background 

  • The signature should also be done on white paper and scanned as per the size specified

  • Mandatory to fill the fields marked “*”

August 2, 2022 | 10:16 PM IST

CAT 2022 Latest News: What is CAT registration time? Is it confirmed?

As per the CAT exam notification 2022, the CAT application will be out by 10 am tomorrow, August 3. This is the official CAT registration time. CAT form will be available online at iimcat.ac.in. Register using email id and mobile no. to create CAT 2022 login

August 2, 2022 | 10:03 PM IST

CAT application form 2022: Prescribed photograph and signature format

The scanned image of your passport photo to be uploaded in CAT application form 2022 must be within the dimensions of 30 mm X 45 mm, and for signature, the dimensions are 80 mm X 35 mm.

August 2, 2022 | 09:54 PM IST

CAT Exam Registration Live Updates: No of candidates registered over last 5 years

August 2, 2022 | 09:47 PM IST

CAT Registration 2022 Live updates: Eligibility Criteria

CAT eligibility criteria require that you should have one of the following academic qualifications:

  • A graduate in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks in bachelor’s degree, if you are a general category candidate; or

  • Appearing in the final year of graduation in 2022; or

  • A graduate in any discipline with a minimum of 45% marks in bachelor’s degree, if you are a reserved category candidate

August 2, 2022 | 09:34 PM IST

CAT Live Updates: MBA CAT 2022 Registration Date

CAT Registration 2022 Events

CAT exam 2023 Registration date

CAT registration start date 2022

August 3, 2022, at 10 AM

CAT exam registration last Date

September 14, 2022 

Closing time on CAT registration last date

5.00 PM

CAT exam fees

Rs 2300

CAT 2022 registration last Date with late fee

Not applicable in CAT


August 2, 2022 | 09:27 PM IST

What is CAT 2022 registration last date?

As per the IIM CAT official website, the CAT registration last date is September 14, 2022, at 5 pm. The CAT entrance exam 2022 registration date may or may not be extended. So it is recommended to register for CAT 2022 at an early stage itself to ensure hassle-free registration.

August 2, 2022 | 09:20 PM IST

List of documents to be uploaded in the CAT application form 2022

Following is the list of documents required for CAT registration:

Documents

Details

Scanned Passport Size Photograph

The photo should not be more than six months old. The photo should be within the dimensions of 30mm X 45mm and in .jpg or .jpeg format. The photo should not be more than 80 KB and less than 150 px/inch in resolution.

Scanned Signature

The signature must be within the dimensions of 80mm X 35mm and in .jpg or .jpeg. It should be clear and on white background. The signature should not be more than 80 KB and less than 150 px/inch in resolution.

NC-OBC/SC/ST Certificate

If you belong to NC-OBC, SC, or ST category, you will have to download the caste certificate from the CAT Website, enter the required information, self-attest it and upload its scanned copy as a PDF document.

PwD Certificate

If you belong to the PwD category, you are required to download the PwD certificate from the CAT website, fill it out, self-attest it, and upload its scanned copy as a PDF document.


August 2, 2022 | 09:13 PM IST

Documents to keep ready before CAT 2022 registration

  • Class 10 mark sheet

  • Class 12 mark sheet

  • Graduation mark sheet/certificate

  • Date of Birth certificate

  • Address proof

  • Caste category certificate (if applicable)

  • PwD category certificate (if applicable)

  • Scribe certificate (if applicable)

  • Credit/ Debit card or net banking credentials

  • Work experience document

August 2, 2022 | 09:06 PM IST

CAT Exam 2022 Live Updates: CAT exam registration fees

Category

CAT 2022 registration fees

General/ EWS/ NC-OBC

Rs 2200

SC/ ST/ PwD

Rs 1100


August 2, 2022 | 08:57 PM IST

Browser required to fill CAT application form 2022

Candidates while filling out the CAT form must ensure to use the browsers mentioned below in order to avoid any technical glitches:

  • Google Chrome (version 80 and above)

  • Mozilla Firefox (version 82 and above)

  • Mircosoft Edge (version 1903 and above)

August 2, 2022 | 08:50 PM IST

IIM CAT 2022 Latest Update: CAT 2022 registration timings

As per the official website, the registration of CAT 2022 will start at sharp 10 am. However, in case there is a delay in CAT registration start timings, candidates will be informed here. It must be noted that no offline CAT registration facility is there. Candidates are required to visit the official CAT website and fill out the form in online mode only.

August 2, 2022 | 08:43 PM IST

CAT 2022 Registration Live updates: CAT 2022 registration to start tomorrow

IIM Bangalore will start the CAT registration 2022 from tomorrow, August 03 onwards. Candidates can fill out the application form of CAT 2022 only in online mode. The CAT registration can be done at the official website, iimcat.ac.in.

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