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CAT 2023: Admit card for CAT exam 2023 issued today at CAT website iimcat.ac.in. Common Admission Test 2023 is on November 26.

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Team Careers360 | November 7, 2023 | 09:57 PM IST

NEW DELHI: CAT admit card 2023 has been issued by IIM Lucknow. CAT 2023 admit card download link is activated on the CAT website - iimcat.ac.in. Download CAT exam admit card from candidate's login using user id and password. CAT MBA entrance test 2023 is scheduled to be held on November 26 in three sessions at various test centres spread across 155 test cities. Get latest news and live updates on CAT admit card 2023 release time, how to download, where to download, official website, and more here.
Direct link to download CAT 2023 admit card

Admit card of CAT 2023 have CAT test centre address along with Google map link, CAT exam date 2023, exam slot and timings, CAT registration number, CAT test day instructions and other personal details. It is mandatory to carry the CAT hall ticket 2023 to the test centre along with one original photo id proof for verification purposes.

CAT 2023 Admit Card Live Updates - Key Points

CAT admit card 2023 date

November 7

CAT exam date 2023

November 26

CAT website 2023

iimcat.ac.in

CAT hall ticket download link status
Available now

CAT 2023 admit card download time

04:00 PM onwards

Admit card for CAT 2023 mode

To be downloaded online only

How to download CAT admit card 2023

Using CAT login id and password

CAT full form
Common Admission Test

CAT MBA 2023 conducting IIM

IIM Lucknow

MBA Colleges accepting CAT 2023 score

21 IIMs and over 1000 private and government colleges

CAT helpdesk contact

Number: 1800-2108-720 (Toll-Free)

Email id: cathelpdesk@iimcat.ac.in


How to download IIM CAT hall ticket 2023

Step 1- Visit the official CAT website - iimcat.ac.in. For the ease of the candidates, a direct link to download the admit card has been provided on this page also

Step 2- On the CAT 2023 website homepage, click on the link, "Download IIM CAT Admit Card"

Step 3- Enter valid CAT exam 2023 credentials- CAT User ID and Password

Step 4- On submission of correct details, CAT 2023 admit card will load on the computer screen

Step 5- Download CAT hall ticket 2023 and check the details mentioned on it. In case of any discrepancy, reach out to the CAT helpdesk for rectification. Candidates are suggested to take 2-3 print out of all the pages of the admit card.

Catch CAT 2023 latest news and live updates on the admit card here.

Check out | CAT 2023: Participating IITs and top B-schools

CAT 2023 will be conducted as a computer-based test (CBT). Number of question varies every year and is not officially disclosed. Following the last year's trend, CAT 2023 is likely to have 66 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) from 3 sections - Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) and Quantitative Ability (QA). CAT exam duration is 120 minutes and each section will be of 40 minutes duration.

3.3 lakh MBA aspirants have applied for CAT exam 2023 marking a substantial increase in the CAT registration number this year. Over 1000 private and government colleges will be accepting CAT 2023 score for PGPM/PGDM/MBA admission 2024-26. Candidates vying for top MBA colleges must try to ace CAT with 95-99+ percentile to clear CAT cut off 2023 and get shortlised for GD/PI.

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CAT hall ticket 2023 download link has been activated today at IIM CAT website, iimcat.ac.in. Get latest and live updates on CAT admit card 2023 download, release time, how to download and more here.

November 7, 2023 | 09:57 PM IST

What is the last date for CAT exam 2023?

The last date to register for CAT 2023 exam was September 20. The authorities released the CAT admit card 2023 on November 7. The CAT admit card can be downloaded from the iimcat official website - imcat.ac.in.

November 7, 2023 | 09:57 PM IST

What is the last date for CAT exam 2023?

The last date to register for CAT 2023 exam was September 20. The authorities released the CAT admit card 2023 on November 7. The CAT admit card can be downloaded from the iimcat official website - imcat.ac.in.

November 7, 2023 | 09:57 PM IST

What is the last date for CAT exam 2023?

The last date to register for CAT 2023 exam was September 20. The authorities released the CAT admit card 2023 on November 7. The CAT admit card can be downloaded from the iimcat official website - imcat.ac.in.

November 7, 2023 | 09:37 PM IST

What is the CAT score for IIM?

Generally, CAT cutoffs for admission to the top IIMs fall within the 95-100 percentile range across all categories. Specifically, for General category students aspiring to secure a seat in the top IIMs, the cutoff percentile tends to fall around 98-100. It is anticipated that the CAT 2023 cutoffs will stay within the same range as usual.

November 7, 2023 | 09:37 PM IST

What is the CAT score for IIM?

Generally, CAT cutoffs for admission to the top IIMs fall within the 95-100 percentile range across all categories. Specifically, for General category students aspiring to secure a seat in the top IIMs, the cutoff percentile tends to fall around 98-100. It is anticipated that the CAT 2023 cutoffs will stay within the same range as usual.

November 7, 2023 | 09:17 PM IST

Which slot is easy in CAT 2023 exam?

CAT 2023 slot 1 is expected to be moderate to difficult based on last year's exam analysis. The overall difficulty level of the CAT exam can fluctuate, and candidates will have to appear for the CAT 2023 in the slot allotted to them on the CAT admit card. The difficulty level can vary from slot to slot, and it is recommended for candidates to prepare thoroughly for all sections.

November 7, 2023 | 08:57 PM IST

CAT syllabus topic-wise weightage

Candidates appearing for CAT 2023 can check the CAT syllabus topic wise weightage in the table given below.

CAT Section

Important Topics For CAT 2023

CAT Exam Topic Wise Weightage

Quantitative Aptitude (QA)

Geometry, Algebra, Mensuration, Arithmetic, Number System

34%

Data Interpretation

Tables, Graphs, Pie Charts, Venn Diagram

16%

Logical Reasoning

Blood Relation, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism And Caselets

16%

Verbal Ability

Para jumbles, Para summary, Inferences and Sentence Completion

10%

Reading Comprehension

Order of sentences, questions based on passages, and para meaning.

24%


November 7, 2023 | 08:37 PM IST

CAT 2023 Important topics- Quantitative Ability (QA)

As the CAT 2023 exam draws closer, the candidates are in their final stretch of CAT preparation. At this stage, it is crucial for them to start revising the QA important topics for CAT 2023. To maximise their preparation, candidates can refer to these important topics in quantitative aptitude for CAT 2023 along with their difficulty level and expected number of questions in CAT exam.

Topics

Expected No. of Questions

Difficulty Level

Profit, loss, and Discounts

1 to 2 Questions

Easy

Trigonometry, Logarithms, and Sets

1 to 3 Questions

Easy

Permutation & Combination

1 to 2 Questions

Easy

Probability

1 to 2 Questions

Moderately difficult

Interests (SI, CI)

1 to 2 Questions

Moderately difficult

Number System, Basic Arithmetic

5 to 10 Questions

Moderately difficult

Geometry & Mensuration

7 to 8 Questions

Moderately difficult

Algebra

6 to 7 Questions

Moderately difficult

Time, Speed, and Distance

1 to 2 Questions

Moderately difficult

Time and Work

1 to 2 Questions

Difficult


November 7, 2023 | 08:10 PM IST

CAT Admit Card: Incorrect Login Credentials

If you have forgotten your CAT 2023 login credentials, use the 'Forgot Password' option on the CAT official website and change your password and use it to download your CAT exam admit card.

November 7, 2023 | 07:38 PM IST

CAT 2023 Important topics- Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)

Since the candidates who have applied for CAT 2023 are in their last phase of preparation.  They must consider revising and have a proper grip on the important topics of data interpretation and logical reasoning.  some of the important topics of DILR area s follows: 

  • Pie Charts

  • Line Graphs

  • Tables

  • Bar Graphs

  • Matching puzzles

  • Seating Arrangements

  • Blood Relations - family tree

  • Constraint-based arrangements

  • Syllogism

  • Venn Diagrams

  • Statements and Assumptions

  • Clocks and calendars

  • Sets

November 7, 2023 | 07:19 PM IST

CAT 2023 exam: Marking scheme

As per CAT 2023 exam pattern, candidates will be given 3 marks for each correct answer and there will be negative marking of 1 mark for every incorrect answer. Candidates are advised to mark the answer very carefully to avoid the negative marking. During CAT preparation, practicing with CAT mocks will be helpful. IIM Lucknow will release the CAT mock test soon on the official website.

November 7, 2023 | 06:57 PM IST

CAT admit card 2023: Know all about admissions at IIMs

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) also known as IIMs are the most renowned management institutes, which compes under the Ministry of Education, Government of India (GOI). At present, there are a tidal of 21 IIMs in India to offer management courses (2 year full-time) and to take admission in the same, candidates are required to qualify CAT 2023 entrance exam. Check out the detailed IIM MBA admission process.

Step 1- Appear for CAT exam

Step 2- Shortlisting candidates on the basis of CAT exam score

Step 3- Candidates screening for Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI)

Step 4- Composite score calculation

Step 5- Final selection of candidates

November 7, 2023 | 06:42 PM IST

Can I download my CAT Admit Card 2023 using my mobile?

Yes, candidates can download their CAT admit card 2023 using their mobile. They will have to visit the iimcat login portal in the web browser and enter their ID and password on the CAT official website-iimcat.ac.in.

November 7, 2023 | 06:31 PM IST

What to carry at the CAT exam centre?

  • Candidates should carry two copies of CAT admit card 2023 and Photo Identity Proof (Original and Copy).

  • Only CAT 2023 admit card and photo identity cards will be allowed inside the exam hall.

  • It should be noted that rough paper and pen will be returned after the test by the officials for tough work.

November 7, 2023 | 06:20 PM IST

CAT Exam 2023 Admit Card: Exam centre list

The CAT admitcard has been released by the authorities on iimcat official website- iimcat.ac.in. CAT 2023 entrance exam will be held in 155 cities across the country and the CAT test centres have been allotted according to the list of states mentioned below. Check out the entire list of CAT exam centre 2023.

State

Test Cities

Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Port Blair

Andhra Pradesh

Guntur; Kakinada; Kurnool; Nellore; Rajahmundry; Tirupathi; Vijayawada; Visakhapatnam

Arunachal Pradesh

Itanagar

Assam

Dibrugarh; Guwahati; Silchar

Bihar

Aurangabad; Muzaffarpur; Patna; Purnea

Chandigarh

Chandigarh

Chhattisgarh

Bhilai; Raipur

Delhi-NCR

Delhi, New Delhi, Faridabad, Gurugram, Noida, Panipat, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida,

Goa

Madgaon; Panaji

Gujarat

Ahmedabad; Anand; Gandhinagar; Rajkot; Surat; Vadodara

Haryana

Ambala; Bahadurgarh; Hisar; Palwal; Rohtak; Sonipat

Himachal Pradesh

Simla; Waknaghat

Jammu & Kashmir

Jammu; Samba, Kashmir

Jharkhand

Bokaro; Dhanbad; Jamshedpur; Ranchi

Karnataka

CAT exam centres in Bangalore; Belagavi (Belgaum); Dharwad; Gulbarga; Hubli; Mangalore; Mysore; Udupi

CAT exam centres in Kerala

Ernakulam; Kasaragod; Kollam; Kozhikode; Malappuram; Thrissur; Trivandrum

Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal; Gwalior; Indore; Jabalpur; Sagar

CAT exam centres in Maharashtra

Ahmednagar; Amravati; Aurangabad; Jalgaon; Kolhapur; Mumbai, Navi Mumbai; Nagpur; Nanded; Nashik; Pune; Raigad; Satara; Solapur; Thane; Ulhasnagar

Meghalaya

Shillong

Manipur

Imphal

Odisha

Balasore; Berhampur; Bhubaneswar; Cuttack; Dhenkanal; Sambalpur; Rourkela

Puducherry

Puducherry

Punjab

Bhatinda; Chandigarh; Fatehgarh Sahib; Jalandhar; Ludhiana; Mohali; Pathankot; Patiala; Ropar; Sangrur

Rajasthan

Ajmer; Alwar; Jaipur; Jodhpur; Kota; Sikar; Udaipur

Tamilnadu

Chennai; Coimbatore; Madurai; Namakkal; Thanjavur; Tiruchirappalli; Tirunelvelli

Telangana

Hyderabad; Karim Nagar; Warangal

Uttar Pradesh

Agra; Allahabad; Barabanki; Bareilly; Ghaziabad; Gorakhpur; Greater Noida; Kanpur; Lucknow; Mathura; Meerut; Muzaffarnagar; Noida; Varanasi

Uttarakhand

Dehradun; Roorkee

West Bengal

Asansol; Bankura; Burdwan; Durgapur; Hooghly; Howrah; Kalyani; CAT exam centres in Kolkata; Siliguri

Nagaland

Kohima

Ladakh

Leh

Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu

Silvassa

Tripura

Agartala

Mizoram

Aizawl


November 7, 2023 | 06:10 PM IST

Exam centre details mentioned on CAT admit card 2023

CAT 2023 exam centre details are mentioned on the CAT 23 admit card which allows the candidate to know about their test venue. This time the authorities have not mentioned the google map link on the IIMCAT admit card. There are 155 cities where the CAT entrance exam will be conducted by IIM Lucknow. Candidates are advised to follow all the exam day guidelines at the CAT exam centre as mentioned on the admit card.

November 7, 2023 | 05:55 PM IST

How to fix errors in CAT admit card 2023?

If a candidate finds an error in their CAT exam admit card, they should immediately contact the exam authority to get it corrected. Contact information is as follows;

  • CAT  helpline number - 1-800-209-0830 (Toll-Free)

  • Email address - cathelpdesk@iimcat.ac.in

November 7, 2023 | 05:34 PM IST

CAT admit card link activated now

iimcat.ac.in 2023 admit card link has officially been activated in online mode. Only registered candidates can download their CAT exam hall ticket by entering the required credentials.

November 7, 2023 | 05:14 PM IST

CAT Admit Card (OUT)- Credentials required to download CAT hall ticket pdf

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow issued the CAT 2023 admit card online mode at iimcat.ac.in. Registered candidates can download the CAT hall ticket pdf by using the CAT User ID and Password.

November 7, 2023 | 04:58 PM IST

IIMCAT 2023- No Google map link in CAT 23 admit card

This time along with self declaration and COVID restriction, authorities have not mentioned the Google Map link in the IIMCAT admit card. Earlier, the CAT conducting body provides the Google map link which shows the route from candidates resience to allotted CAT exam centre.

November 7, 2023 | 04:49 PM IST

CAT 2023 Admit Card- Snapshot

IIM Lucknow issued CAT 2023 admit card in online mode on the official website- iimcat.ac.in. Check out IIM CAT exam hall ticket snapshot.

November 7, 2023 | 04:45 PM IST

CAT 2023 admit card: No self declaration form this year

For this year, the IIM CAT admit card does not have Covid restrictions guidelines and self declaration form attached with CAT 2023 admit card. CAT hall ticket only contains all the details pertaining candidates and CAT exam 2023 along with few exam day guidelines.

November 7, 2023 | 04:35 PM IST

CAT 2023 admit card available at iimcat.ac.in

IIM Lucknow issued CAT 2023 admit card in online mode. Registered candidates can download the CAT hall ticket by using thier CAT ID and Password. There in no notification made on the official website regarding the issuance of CAT admit card. Candidates will have to login to the dashbaord to check and download the CAT admit card.

November 7, 2023 | 04:24 PM IST

CAT admit card 2023 issued at iimcat.ac.in

Finally, the IIM Lucknow issued the CAT admit card 2023 on the official website, iimcat.ac.in. Registered candidates can now download using the link provided on the website. To download the CAT admit card, candidates need to log in using the CAT ID and password generated during CAT registration.

Direct link to download the CAT exam admit card here

November 7, 2023 | 04:19 PM IST

IIM CAT admit card 2023: Guidelines to follow

The CAT admit card release date and time is today (November 7), 5 PM onwards. Candidates can download their CAT 23 admit card from the iimcat official website - iim.cat.ac.in 2023. While downloading the CAT exam hall ticket candidates must follow the guidelines andThe Admit Card for CAT 2023 examination will be made live on 07th No check the following details thoroughly.

  • Candidate’s name on the CAT 2023 admit card

  • CAT registration number 2023

  • Date of birth of candidate on the CAT exam hall ticket

  • Caste category and PwD status 

  • CAT exam centre address should be there along with the Google map link leading to the exact location of CAT test centre. 

  • Photograph and signature of the candidate must be there on the CAT 2023 admit card.

November 7, 2023 | 03:56 PM IST

CAT exam preparation tips

To score a good percentile in the CAT 2023 exam, candidates can follow the CAT exam 2023 preparation tips given below:

  • Create a structured study plan covering all the important topics from the CAT syllabus 2023.

  • Practice CAT mock exams, sample papers and CAT previous year question papers regularly.

  • Analyse your strengths and weaknesses and focus more on the weaker sections.

  • Prepare flashcards and short handy notes for a quick revision.

  • Do not spend too much time on one question and focus more on accuracy than attempting more number of questions.

  • Give 10-12 hours everyday for practicing questions, topic revision and attempting CAT mock tests.

  • Plan and stick to the CAT exam day strategy while practicing CAT sample papers.

  • Take help of online/offline study groups to clarify your doubts.

  • Develop reading habits and stay consistent with the CAT exam preparation.

November 7, 2023 | 03:39 PM IST

CAT 2016 Score vs Percentile

In the last few years, the trends of CAT score vs percentile been through lots of changes. Check out CAT score vs percentile for the year of 2016.

  • 83.33 marks - 80.44 percentile
  • 83.74 marks - 80.67 percentile
  • 84.80 marks - 81.27 percentile
  • 84.82 marks - 81.28 percentile.

November 7, 2023 | 03:08 PM IST

CAT 2023 Score vs Percentile

CAT exam score 2023Expected CAT Percentile 2023
90-11098 to 100 %ile
90-8094 to 97 %ile
72-7990 to 93 %ile
61-7185 to 89 %ile

November 7, 2023 | 02:44 PM IST

Is CAT 2023 admit card released?

CAT admit card release date has been announced by IIM Lucknow. IIM CAT admit card 2023 will be available today i.e. November 7 at 5 p.m. in the evening on the IIMCAT official website - iimcat.ac.in. Candidates can download their CAT 2023 admit card through the CAT admit card download link.

November 7, 2023 | 02:21 PM IST

CAT admit card: Know exam shift timing

IIM Lucknow will be conducting the CAT exam 2023 on November 26 (Sunday). The CAT 2023 exam will be conducted in three different sessions:

Number of slots

Session name

Timing

Slot 1

Morning Session

8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Slot 2

Afternoon Session

12:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Slot 3

Evening Session

4:30 PM to 6:30 PM


November 7, 2023 | 02:05 PM IST

Errors to check in CAT 2023 admit card

  • Candidates' name should be the same as those filled in the CAT 2023 exam form
  • CAT 2023 registration number mentioned on the CAT admit card should be the same as the CAT user ID
  • Candidates' date of birth should be same as mentioned in the CAT application form and in the official documents
  • Candidates caste category and PwD status must be specified correctly
  • Candidates photograph and signature must be there on the CAT admit card

November 7, 2023 | 01:52 PM IST

A large number of CAT admit cards are going to be issued this year

This year, IIMs will issue more CAT admit cards since the start of CAT. For CAT 2023, 3.30 lakh candidates have applied. IIM Lucknow will issue the same number of CAT hall tickets in 2023.

November 7, 2023 | 01:22 PM IST

Top MBA colleges accepting CAT 2023

Apart from IIMs, many top B-schools accept CAT scorecards and offer admission to MBA programs in various specialized courses. Check out the names of some of the best B-schools in India that accept CAT 2023.

  • XLRI-Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur

  • Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon

  • Shailesh J Mehta School of Management, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay

  • Department of Management Studies (DMS), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi

November 7, 2023 | 01:00 PM IST

CAT 2023 admit card download: Can I change the exam centre?

There is no option to change the exam centre after the release of the CAT exam hall ticket. Candidates must appear at the venue mentioned in their admit card.

November 7, 2023 | 12:50 PM IST

What is the time of CAT slot 1?

According to the CAT slot timings, the first slot will be held from 8:30 am to 10:30 am (120 minutes).

November 7, 2023 | 12:40 PM IST

Is digital admit card for CAT 2023 valid?

A digital copy of the CAT exam hall ticket will not be accepted as a valid document at the examination centre as the admit card needs to be signed and stamped.

November 7, 2023 | 12:30 PM IST

How long is the CAT exam 2023 valid for?

The CAT 2023 scorecard will be valid for a year i.e. till December 31, 2024.

November 7, 2023 | 12:20 PM IST

Can I give CAT exam online?

No. CAT is a computer-based test of 2 hours duration but it is not an online exam.

November 7, 2023 | 12:10 PM IST

Should we take colour printout of CAT admit card?

IIM issues CAT admit cards in colour. However, you can carry the colour or black/white printout of the CAT 23 admit card. Make sure your photograph and signature are clear on your CAT hall ticket printout.

November 7, 2023 | 12:00 PM IST

How many copies of CAT admit card?

Candidates should reach the CAT 2023 exam centre one hour before the scheduled time. They should have two printed copies of the IIMCAT admit card. They have to sign the CAT hall ticket in the presence of the examination authority.

November 7, 2023 | 11:53 AM IST

CAT exam pattern 2023

Candidates can refer to the CAT 2023 exam pattern given below in the table.

Particulars

Details

CAT exam time duration

2 Hours (120 Minutes)

Name of the Section

  • Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)

  • Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)

  • Quantitative Aptitude (QA)

Section-wise CAT exam duration

  • 40 Minutes for Each Section (VARC, DILR, QA).

  • 53 Minutes 20 Seconds for PwD candidates for each section.

CAT exam timings

  • Slot 1: 8:30 am - 10:30 am (Morning Session)

  • Slot 2: 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm (Afternoon Session)

  • Slot 3: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm (Evening Session)

How many questions in the CAT exam

66 Questions

CAT exam total marks

198 marks

Mode of the CAT 2023 exam

Computer-Based Mode (CBT)

CAT Marking Scheme

  • For every right answer, +3 will be given

  • For every wrong answer in MCQs, -1 will be deducted

  • No negative marks for Non-MCQs

November 7, 2023 | 11:38 AM IST

What after CAT exam?

After the conclusion of the CAT 2023 entrance exam, IIM Lucknow will issue a CAT answer key in the form of a CAT response sheet. Meanwhile, some coaching centers may release the unofficial CAT answer key on the basis of students' reactions on the CAT exam date. The unofficial CAT answer key Also, they will release the expected CAT score vs percentile, section wise difficulty level of CAT exam, etc. 

However, official CAT cut-off marks and answer key released by IIM Lucknow will be treated as final. Candidates are advised to use the official CAT key to calculate their overall CAT score.

November 7, 2023 | 11:24 AM IST

CAT previous year question paper

Candidates who will appear for the CAT 2023 exam can download the CAT previous year question paper from the links given below.

November 7, 2023 | 11:02 AM IST

How can I get CAT admit card?

Those candidates who have registered successfully for CAT 2023 exam can get their CAT admit card via online mode and by visiting the official website. Authorities will not send the CAT exam hall ticket to candidates residence via post.

November 7, 2023 | 10:52 AM IST

Is CAT admit card out?

IIM Lucknow will release CAT exam admit card today i.e. November 7. Registered candidates can download CAT hall ticket by visiting the official website- iimcat.ac.in. Candidates will have to use their CAT credentials- User ID and Password to download the same.

November 7, 2023 | 10:20 AM IST

CAT 2023 Important topics- Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)

The CAT 2023 exam consists of three sections- Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. The most important topics that the candidates must cover for the VARC section are:

  • Para-Summary

  • Para-Jumbles

  • Reading Comprehension Passages

  • Sentence Completion and Correction

  • Word Usage (Vocabulary)

  •  Fill in the Blanks

November 7, 2023 | 10:09 AM IST

CAT admit card 2023: How to retrieve login ID and password

Candidates need to enter their login credentials to download the admit card for CAT 2023 exam. In case they forget their login credentials follow the steps given below to retrieve the CAT ID and password.

  • Go to the official IIM CAT official website.

  • Select the 'Registered Candidates Login' button.

  • On the login page, choose the 'Forgot User ID/Password' option.

  • Provide your email ID and enter the CAPTCHA in the designated fields.

  • Then, click on the 'Get User ID/Password' button.

November 7, 2023 | 09:48 AM IST

CAT 2023 admit card: Avoid browser related problems

There can be problems that candidates can face while downloading the CAT admit card 2023. To avoid such problems they can:

  • Switch to a stable and high-speed internet connection.

  • Try to restart the computer and again log in to the CAT portal.

  • Try logging in again after waiting for a while.

  • Use the recommended web browser and clear cache and history.

November 7, 2023 | 09:36 AM IST

How to download CAT admit card 2023?

Candidates appearing for the CAT 2023 exam can now download their CAT admit card from the CAT official website- iimcat.ac.in. After visiting the official CAT website, candidates must login with their CAT application number and password. They can then download their CAT admit card from the given CAT admit card 2023 download link.

November 7, 2023 | 09:19 AM IST

How to use the Google Map feature in the CAT admit card?

Candidates can use this Google Map link feature of CAT admit card 2023 in the following ways:

  • Click on the Google map link provided in your IIM CAT admit card 2023.

  • You will be directed to the Google Maps app.

  • Next, find and click on the ‘Directions’ option.

  • Then, enter your starting point and choose your mode of conveyance (optional).

  • The map for your CAT exam centre, the endpoint will be displayed and you can follow the same to reach the right place.

November 7, 2023 | 08:55 AM IST

How many copies of CAT admit card?

As per CAT admit card release date, the same will be live from November 7 onwards at the official website of IIM CAT- iimcat.ac.in. Candidates are advised to take prinout of multiple copies of CAT admit card. On the day of CAT 2023, candidates are required to bring a copy of CAT admit card along with one valid photo ID proof. 

November 7, 2023 | 08:52 AM IST

CAT Syllabus 2023

As per the CAT 2023 exam syllabus, there will be a total of 66 questions from three sections. Check out the detailed CAT Syllabus.

CAT 2023 sections

CAT topics

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)

  • Para-jumbles
  • Sentence completion
  • Inferences
  • Questions based on reading comprehension, etc

Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)

  • Graphs
  • Tables
  • Seating Arrangement
  • Syllogism
  • Blood Relation
  • Data Caselets, etc

Quantitative Aptitude (QA)

  • Time and Work
  • Geometry
  • Algebra
  • Mensuration
  • Number System


November 7, 2023 | 08:38 AM IST

CAT admit card 2023: Candidate login window

After the activation of IIMCAT admit card download link, candidates will be redirected to the candidate login page. In the CAT admit card login window, candidates are required to enter the required login credentials and submit the same to view CAT admit card. In order to download the CAT admit card hassle-free, candidates are advised to use the recommended versions of web browsers. Download and take a print out of the CAT exam admit card and keep it safely. On the day of examination, candidates must carry their CAT admit card along with one valid photo ID proof.

November 7, 2023 | 08:27 AM IST

CAT admit card 2023 download link to be activated soon

Those who registered for CAT 2023 entrance exam can download CAT admit card from the official website- iimcat.ac.in. CAT hall ticket download link will be available on the website on November 7, 2023 at 5:00 PM. Candidates should have login credentials such as CAT ID and Password to download CAT hall ticket. CAT entrance exam open to door for admission at IIMs and other top MBA colleges in India including FMS Delhi, FMS (BHU), MDI, ITM, etc. CAT 2023 entrance exam is scheduled to be held on November 26 in three sessions.

November 7, 2023 | 08:03 AM IST

Where can I check my CAT admit card?

Those candidates who have successfully submitted their CAT 2023 registration form can access their CAT hall ticket by signing into their account. The official website of IIM CAT, iimcat.ac.in will activate their CAT admit card download link at 5:00 PM today.

November 7, 2023 | 07:59 AM IST

CAT admit card 2023: Details on CAT hall ticket

After downloading IIM CAT admit card, candidates are required to check out the following details that will be mentioned in the CAT 2023 admit card;

  • Candidate's name
  • Candidate's date of birth
  • Candidate's photo
  • Candidate's signature
  • Registration number
  • Candidate's caste
  • CAT exam date and time
  • CAT 2023 exam centre address
  • Google map link to locate the exam centre
  • Emergency contact number
  • CAT exam-related instructions

November 7, 2023 | 07:33 AM IST

Admit Card for CAT 2023: Available online only

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow will issue CAT exam admit card in online mode only. Registered candidates can download CAT admit card by visiting the official website- iimcat.ac.in. Authorities will not send the CAT admit card via post to candidates residence.

November 7, 2023 | 07:18 AM IST

IIM Lucknow to issue CAT admit card

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow will issue CAT exam admit card on November 7. Registered candidates will be able to download CAT admit card by visiting the official website- iimcat.ac.in. In order to download CAT hall ticket successfully, candidates will have to use their login credentials which includes CAT ID and Password.

November 7, 2023 | 07:13 AM IST

CAT 2023 Admit Card today at iimcat.ac.in

IIM Lucknow will release the CAT 2023 admit card today from 5 p.m. onwards. The CAT admit card download link will be available on the CAT official website- iimcat.ac.in. Candidates are required to keep their CAT credentials ready with them.

November 6, 2023 | 09:13 PM IST

IIM CAT admit card 2023: Books for CAT preparation

The CAT 2023 exam is to be conducted in a month now. Candidates must complete their CAT syllabus and finalise their CAT  preparation 2023. The books for CAT preparation which are suggested by experts are:

  • How to prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT by Arun Sharma

  • Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for CAT by K. Sinha Nishit

  • Mastering the Verbal Ability for CAT by Ajay Singh

November 6, 2023 | 08:51 PM IST

IIM CAT 2023 Hall Ticket: Discrepancy in CAT 2023 admit card

If a candidate find any discrepancy in the CAT 2023 admit card, then in such case they required to get in touch with the CAT helpline number which is provided below. Also one can write their CAT admit card discrepancy query in the following email address.

  • CAT 2023 helpline number: 1-800-209-0830 (Toll-Free)

  • Email address: cathelpdesk@iimcat.ac.in

November 6, 2023 | 08:30 PM IST

Download CAT admit card for 2023 on mobile

The CAT exam 2023 admit card can also be downloaded on a smartphone. Candidates should open the CAT 2023 website in the browser and log in with the ID/ Password generated during the exam registration.

November 6, 2023 | 08:01 PM IST

IIM MBA CAT exam for 2023

Indian Institute of Management Lucknow will conduct the CAT 2023 on November 26 in CBT mode. For the same, the CAT exam admit card will be issued tomorrow at 5 pm on its official website. Candidates can download the CAT admit card for 2023 exam only in online mode.

November 6, 2023 | 07:30 PM IST

CAT exam 2023 slot timing

CAT 2023 will be conducted in three slots. The duration of the CAT exam is 2 hours (120 minutes). CAT slots timings are;

  • CAT slot 1 timing: 8:30 am - 10:30 pm

  • CAT slot 2 timing: 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

  • CAT slot 3 timing: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

November 6, 2023 | 07:00 PM IST

CAT admit card for 2023: Required web browser

Candidates can download the admit card for CAT 2023 exam from the official IIM CAT website- imcat.ac.in. To download the CAT 2023 admit card they can use any browser like Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, or Google Chrome.

November 6, 2023 | 06:27 PM IST

What is the date of CAT 2023 exam?

Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow will conduct the CAT 2023 exam on November 26. CAT 2023 exam will be conducted in three shifts at the CAT 2023 exam centres. Shift 1 will be conducted in the morning from 8.30 am to 10.30 am, shift 2 of CAT 2023 exam will be in the afternoon from 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm and shift 3 will take place in the evening from 4.30 pm to 6.30 pm.

The CAT 2023 admit card will be made live tomorrow on the IIMCAT official website- iimcat.ac.in from 5 p.m. onwards in the evening.

November 6, 2023 | 06:15 PM IST

Credentials required to download CAT admit card

Candidates must have their CAT login credentials that were generated at the time of filling the CAT application form. Candidates must log in using their CAT application number and password to download the CAT 2023 admit card.

November 6, 2023 | 06:01 PM IST

What is certificate issue date in CAT form 2023?

Generally the validity of an NC-OBC/ SC/ ST certificate for the CAT exam is 1 year. If a candidate has obtained their category certificate before 1 year time period then he/ she is advised to get the new and updated certificate.

November 6, 2023 | 05:45 PM IST

CAT admit card download link

CAT 2023 admit card download link will be activated on the official website- iimcat.ac.in on November 7 at 5:00 PM. Candidates can download CAT admit card by using the login credentials which includes User ID and Password. On the day of CAT exam it is mandatory to carry a printed copy of CAT hall ticket.

November 6, 2023 | 05:29 PM IST

IIM CAT Admit Card 2023- Key details to check on the CAT hall ticket

Candidates should review all the key details mentioned in the CAT admit card before and after downloading the same. Prior to downloading candidates should verify personal information such as name, Email ID, date of birth, photograph, and signature. Here are the key details to verify.

  • The CAT 2023 registration number on the admit card should match the registered user ID
  • Ensure that the chosen CAT exam centre in the admit card matches the exam city specified at the time of the CAT application process
  • After downloading the CAT admit card, candidates must double-check all the important details such as their name, CAT registration number, exam day guidelines, exam centre venue, and timings mentioned on the CAT admit card.

November 6, 2023 | 05:15 PM IST

How can I check my CAT result 2023?

IIM Lucknow will conduct CAT 2023 exam on November 26 in three different shifts at 300 test centres across the country. IIM Lucknow will announce the CAT result probably in the second week of January 2024 at iimcat.ac.in. Those who will appear for the CAT entrance exam will be able to download their CAT scorecard by using the required login credentials. 

November 6, 2023 | 05:00 PM IST

How many seats are there in CAT exam?

About 3.3 lakh candidates have applied for the CAT exam 2023 for around 10,000 seats offered by 21 IIMs.

November 6, 2023 | 04:45 PM IST

Where can I download CAT admit card?

Once released, registered candidates can download their CAT hall ticket from the official website - iimcat.ac.in. As per the official schedule, the CAT 2023 admit card link will be activated at 5 p.m. on November 7, Tuesday.

November 6, 2023 | 04:30 PM IST

CAT Admit Card 2023 official website

The CAT 2023 admit card will be issued on the official IIM CAT website i.e. iimcat.ac.in. Candidates can download the CAT exam admit card by visiting the website and clicking on the "CAT Admit Card" download link.

November 6, 2023 | 04:15 PM IST

What is CAT exam date 2023?

As per the IIM notification, the CAT 2023 exam date is November 26, 2023, Sunday. The CAT 2023 exam will be conducted in three shifts with a duration of 2 hours.

November 6, 2023 | 04:00 PM IST

IIM CAT admit card release time

IIM CAT admit card 2023 will be released tomorrow, November 7, 2023, at 5 pm. The CAT exam admit card 2023 download link will be activated here as well as on the CAT 2023 official website once it is issued.

November 6, 2023 | 03:40 PM IST

CAT admit card 2023 release date

According to the recent announcement, the CAT admit card release date is November 7, 2023. Earlier, the IIM Lucknow hall ticket was scheduled to be issued on October 25.

November 6, 2023 | 03:27 PM IST

CAT 2023 admit card to be issued tomorrow

Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Lucknow will issue the CAT exam admit card 2023 tomorrow, November 07. IIM CAT admit card download link will be available on the IIMCAT official website - iimcat.ac.in. Candidates will have to enter their ID and password for the CAT admit card login.

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