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CAT admit card 2024 was released on November 5, 2024. The admit card could downloaded at iimcat.ac.in website. To download it, candidates had to use their CAT login ID and password. Shiksha provided the direct CAT admit card download link 2024 on this page.Â
Some students have faced problem in downloading their admit card. In their login, the CAT admit card link is not clickable.Â
CAT admit card is a mandatory document to be carried to the exam centre. Candidates had to download their admit cards before the CAT 2024 exam date and take two printouts of the same. Read below, all about CAT admit card 2024Â including dates, download process, exam day guidelines, dos and don'ts, etc.
Q: Â What are the details mentioned on CAT admit card?
The CAT admit card is a main document of identification of the candidate. It is the proof that the candidate has fill the examination form and is eligible to appear in the exam. To help in candidate identification, the following details are mentioned on every candidate's CAT admit card 2024. Candidate's name Candidate's roll number Candidate's gender Candidate's category Candidate's date of birth Candidate's signature Candidate's photo Candidate's address Examination year Examination date Examination slot Examination timings Reporting time Test centre address Google link to locate test centre Along with these details, other information such as exam day guidelines, examination process in the test lab, items to carry, items not to carry, activities prohibited, dress code and entry process are also mentioned on the CAT admit card.
Q: Â Can the test centre be changed after the release of CAT admit card?
Q: Â Will CAT exam 2024 also be conducted in three shifts?
Yes, the CAT 2024 exam will be conducted in three shifts. Until 2019, CAT was conducted in two shifts and the exam duration used to be 180 minutes. However, in 2020, the number of shifts were increased to three and exam duration was reduced to 120 minutes in order to follow the social distancing guidelines for COVID-19. Since the COVID-9 pandemic appropriate behaviour had to be followed at public places and gatherings, the examination authorities increased the number of exam slots to ensure a limited number of candidates can be accommodated at any exam centre in a given exam slot by following social distancing and seating arrangement with gap. Since then, the CAT is conducted in three shifts - morning, afternoon and evening. In CAT 2024 too, there will be three slots which will be allotted to applicants in no particular order. The CAT exam slot timings will be - 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
How to Download CAT Admit Card 2024?
CAT admit card 2024 was available for download in online mode only. To download the CAT 2024 admit card, candidates had to follow the steps given below:Â
- Visit the official CAT 2024 website - iimcat.ac.in
- Click on 'Login'Â
- Enter registration ID and password
- Click on 'admit card'
- Click on download and save the admit card on desktop
- Take a print out of the CAT 2024 admit card
Details Mentioned on CAT Admit Card 2024
Candidates must check the following information printed on their CAT admit card. In case of any error, they must seek help of the examination authority for rectification to avoid any hassle during the identification process on the exam day.Â
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Candidate's name
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Candidate's caste
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Candidate's date of birth
- Candidate's photo
- Candidate's signature
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Registration number
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Date and time of the exam
- CAT 2024 exam slot
- CAT 2024 exam centre address
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Emergency contact number
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CAT exam related instructions
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Q: Â What are the items prohibited inside the CAT exam centre?
The CAT conducting authorities have provided a comprehensive list of forbidden objects that are not permitted to be brought to the CAT exam centre. These are the items: Bags, mobile phones, calculators, IPADs, IPODs, Bluetooth headsets, digital wrist watches, laptop computers, and cameras are not permitted within the CAT test hall. Carry no electronic equipment, such as beepers, electronic devices, or scanners. Candidates who have a metal implant, pacemaker, or other medical device in their body must present a medical Certificate to the CAT exam centre. Metal jewellery is not permitted to be worn by candidates. Candidates are not permitted to wear boots, metal headpins, or clips within the test hall after the frisking point. Carry no pencil boxes into the examination hall. Candidates must make their own personal belonging arrangements at the CAT exam centre.
CAT 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CAT 2024 exam
Dates | Past Exam Dates |
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24 Nov '24 | CAT 2024 exam |
05 Nov '24 - 24 Nov '24 | CAT 2024 admit card download |
27 Sep '24 - 30 Sep '24 | CAT 2024 form correction process |
CAT 2024 Admit Card Highlights
The CAT admit card is session specific, which means candidates have to appear only in that exam slot, which is mentioned on their CAT admit card. Candidates will not be allowed to appear for the exam in any other slot. Check out key highlights of CAT admit card:
CAT Admit Card 2024 |
Details |
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CAT admit card 2024 download start date |
05-Nov-2024 |
Download start time |
4:00 pm |
Download end date |
24-Nov-2024 |
CAT 2024 admit card release mode |
Online |
CAT admit card login link |
iimcat.ac.in |
Credentials required |
CAT login ID and password |
Browsers for CAT hall ticket download |
Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer |
CAT help desk |
+91-080-26993388 / 3017 / 3013 |
Q: Â Can I show digital copy of the CAT admit card at the exam centre?
The digital copy of the CAT 2024 admit card will not be accepted at the test centres as a valid document, thus you cannot show it, to gain entry. As per the official guidelines, only the colour print out of the admit card on A4 size sheet will be accepted as valid. Candidates must also affix a passport size photo, preferably the same as uploaded in the CAT application form.
The examination authority does not accept digital admit card as valid document as it is to be signed and stamped by the test centre staff for proof of candidate’s attendance. One copy of the CAT admit card of every candidate is also retained by the authorities, thus the need for the print out.
Q: Â How would I know my CAT exam centre?
Candidates will know their allotted CAT exam centre only from the admit card. There is no way to know the test centre before the release of the CAT admit card. The examination authority allots a test centre to aspirants in the city of their first preference as mentioned in the city. So, candidates can atleast be assured that they will get a test centre in the city they had chosen as first preference in the CAT application form. However, the venue will be mentioned only on the candidate’s admit card. So as soon as the CAT admit card is released, candidates must check the test city and test centre details. In order to avoid any confusion, they must visit the centre at least once before the exam day.
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Problems in Downloading CAT Admit Card
At the time of downloading the CAT admit card, candidates may face technical problems. Given below are the three problems candidates usually face while downloading the CAT admit card and their solutions:
Problem |
Solution |
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Technical issue in the official website |
The CAT 2024 website may face technical glitches due to heavy traffic on the first day of admit card download. In such a case, do not continuously try to log in. Log out and visit the website after some time to download your admit card. |
Slow internet speed |
Check the internet speed of your system. If it is slow, switch to a faster internet connection to download your CAT admit card. |
Wrong password or login credentials |
In case you have forgotten the login credentials, you must use the ‘forgot password’ option given on the IIMCAT website and change the password and use it for downloading the CAT admit card 2024 |
Errors to Check in CAT Admit Card 2024
As soon as candidates downloaded the CAT admit card, they were advised to check all the information mentioned on it. The below-listed information on admit card should have matched the information on the CAT application form 2024:
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Name of the candidate printed on the CAT admit card 2024 should be same as in CAT 2024 application form
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CAT 2024 registration number on the CAT admit card 2024 must be the same as the registered user ID
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Date of birth should be the same as mentioned on the CAT application form and official documents
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Caste category status should same as in CAT application form 2024
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PwD/DA status should be same as mentioned in the CAT application form
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Test centre location must be in one of the cities mentioned in the application form
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The candidate's photograph and signature must be clearly visible on the CAT 2024 admit card
How to Correct Errors in CAT Admit Card 2024?
In case, any candidate found an error in their CAT 2024 admit card, the could contact the exam authority to get it corrected. Given below are the contact details:
CAT helpline: 1-800-210-8720 (Toll Free)
Email at cathelpdesk@iimcat.ac.in
Q: Â Can I download a copy of the CAT admit card after the exam?
It is unlikely that you will be allowed to download a copy of the CAT admit card after the exam is over. The CAT admit card download link is live only from the day of its release till the exam day. After the CAT exam, the admit card download link is removed from the official website.
The admit card may also not be accessible in the student dashboard after the exam or result announcement. Moreover, since the signed and stamped admit card will be considered valid for any activity post the exam, even if you can download a fresh copy after the exam day, it will be of no use. So, keep your CAT admit card safe.
Q: Â Do I need to preserve the CAT 2024 admit card after the exam?
Yes, you must preserve the CAT 2024 admit card even after the exam as it may be needed at the time of admission. The CAT admit card is one of the main documents, a proof of candidate’s attendance in the exam. Thus, they must preserve it. Many colleges and institutes even ask for the admit card as part of document submission at the time of personal interview round for MBA admission.
Moreover, the CAT admit card contains your personal and residential details which can be misused if the admit card lands in wrong hands. Thus, candidates must take care of their CAT admit cards until the admission process is over and even after that. And if they have to discard it after the admission, then they must do so carefully.
CAT Exam Day Instructions
CAT 2024 admit card will contained all the important guidelines for the exam day. Shiksha has listed below some key CAT exam day instructions and guidelines to follow at the test centre:
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Candidates must carry two copies of the CAT 2024 admit card and a photo ID proof (original and photocopy)
- Only CAT 2024 admit card and photo ID card are allowed inside the exam hall
- Writing pad and pen will be provided by the authorities for rough work which will have to be returned after the test.
- Candidates will be required to write their name and registration number on the writing pad.
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Candidates must reach the CAT 2024 exam centre as per the reporting time mentioned in their admit card.
- Candidates must use the Reference Number printed on the admit card for identifying the door/wing/lab at the test venue on the day of the test.
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Candidates are not supposed to sign their CAT admit card beforehand. The admit card is to be signed only inside the exam hall in front of the invigilator.
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Candidates must affix their photo on the admit card printouts, same as the one uploaded with the CAT application form.
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Mobile phone, calculator, IPad or any other gadget is prohibited inside the examination hall.
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Candidates are advised not to carry bags or luggage to the CAT 2024 exam centre as there will be no provision of bag deposit.
- Clothes link jackets, hoodie, coats, cardigans with pocket, caps and headgeard will not be allowed.
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Jewellery that contains metal, clothes with pockets, jackets and footwear are prohibited inside the exam hall.
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Candidates with a metal implant, pacemaker, etc. in their body will be required to bring medical certificate of the same.
- Candidates must leave the invigilator's copy of their CAT admit card 2024 in the examination hall.Â
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Documents to Carry Along With CAT 2024 Admit Card
Candidates are required to carry an ID proof issued by the Government of India or their previous college/university along with the CAT 2024 admit card to the examination hall. Given below is the list of documents that they can carry as ID proof:
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Aadhaar card
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Voter ID
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Passport
- PAN card
- E-Aadhaar
- Ration Card
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College/University ID
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Driver's license
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- Seven Things You Must do Before CAT 2024
- CAT 2024: How to Approach CAT Questions; Tips by Toppers
Locate CAT Test Centre Through Admit Card
The CAT admit card has a google link of the test centre venue allotted to the candidates for locating it easily. Here's how to use this feature:
- Open your CAT 2024 admit card
- Click on the google map link provided in it
- You will be directed to the google maps
- Click on the ‘Directions’ option
- Enter your starting point and choose a mode of conveyance
The exam centre location, distance and time will be displayed. You can use this information to reach the CAT test centre without any hassle or delay. It is advised to visit the location a day before to check the distance, time taken and availability of mode of transport.Â
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CAT Exam Timings 2024
CAT 2024 exam will be conducted on a single day in three slots. The exam slots will be allotted to candidates on first-come-first-serve basis (application submission). Given below are the CAT exam timings:
CAT exam slot |
Exam timing |
Reporting time |
Last entry allowed |
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Slot 1 |
8:30 AM to 10:30 AM |
7:00 AM |
8:15 AM |
Slot 2 |
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM |
11:00 AM |
12:15 PM |
Slot 3 |
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM |
3:00 PM |
4:15 PM |
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FAQs Regarding CAT 2024 Admit Card
Check here Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to CAT admit card:
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Q: Â What is the process to download CAT admit card 2024?
CAT admit card 2024 will be released at the official website of the exam - iimcat. ac.in on November 5, 2024. The CAT admit card will be available for download until the exam day. Candidates will be able to download their admit card by using the application number and password. The process to download the CAT 2024 admit card is as follows:
1. Go to iimcat. ac. in website
2. Click on 'login' tab
3. Enter application number and password
4. Click on 'sign in'
5. Go to 'admit card' option reflecting on student dashboard
6. Click on the option to see your admit card
7. Click on 'save' option to download the CAT 2024 admit card
Candidates can download it for free any number of times until the CAT exam day. Candidates should preserve the CAT admit card until their admission to a management institute as it is an important document for student identification.
Q: Â In how many cities is CAT exam held?
CAT exam is held in about 170 cities across India. Candidates can choose up to six cities as their preferred test location. The list of test cities for CAT is available in application form. Candidates should choose the test city carefully as the request to change the test city later may or may not be accepted due to non-availability of seats at the centres in that particular city. Given below are the cities where CAT exam is usually held.
Port Blair, Hamirpur, Mumbai, Guntur, Jammu, Nashik, Nellore, Bokaro, Satara, Vijayawada, Dhanbad, Palghar, Kakinada, Hazaribagh, Ulhasnagar, Rajahmundry, Jamshedpur, Shillong, Visakhapatnam, Ranchi, Aizawl, Kurnool, Belagavi (Belgaum), Kohima, Tirupati, Bengaluru, Balasore, Vizianagaram, Hubballi (Hubli), Cuttack, Itanagar, Mysuru (Mysore), Sambalpur, Dibrugarh, Kalaburagi (Gulbarga), Berhampur, Silchar, Shivamogga (Shimoga), Dhenkanal, Guwahati, Dharwad, Bhubaneswar, Tezpur, Mangaluru (Bangalore), Rourkela, Jorhat, Udupi, Puducherry, Aurangabad-Bihar, Kannur, Pathankot, Darbhanga, Ernakulam, Ludhiana, Arrah, Kollam, Amritsar, Muzaffarpur, Kottayam, Bhatinda, Bhagalpur, Kozhikode, Patiala, Patna, Thrissur, Jalandhar, Mohali, Trivandrum, Sangrur, Chandigarh, Bhopal, Ajmer, Bhilai Nagar, Jabalpur, Jaipur, Bilaspur, Ujjain, Sikar, Raipur, Gwalior, Alwar, Delhi, Sagar, Jodhpur, Faridabad, Indore, Udaipur, Gurugram, Satna, Bikaner, Ghaziabad, Bhopal, Kotak, New Delhi, Jabalpur, Madurai, Greater Noida, Ujjain, Chennai, Noida, Gwalior, Salem, Meerut, Sagar, Trichy, Panaji, Indore, Coimbatore, Ahmedabad, Satna, Vellore, Mehsana, Amravati, Tirunelveli, Vadodara, Jalgaon, Hyderabad, Anand, Nagpur, Karimnagar, Rajkot, Pune, Warangal, Gandhinagar, Solapur, Allahabad, Surat, Navi Mumbai, Bareilly, Ambala, Ahmednagar, Kanpur, Hisar, Kolhapur, Muzaffarnagar, Karnal, Nanded, Agra, Kurushetra, Raigad, Gorakhpur, Panipat, Thane, Lucknow, Rohtak, Vasai, Varanasi, Shimla, Aurangabad, Aligarh, Jhansi, Moradabad, Dehradun, Haldwani, Roorkee, Asansol, Durgapur, Bankura, Burdwan, Kolkata, Hooghly, Kalyani, Siliguri, Srinagar and Imphal.
Q: Â What is the sectional time limit in CAT?
Q: Â What is the process to select CAT test city for exam centre allotment?
There are over 170 cities where CAT exam is held. These 170 cities are spread across India consist of metropolitan cities, capital cities, Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Candidate can select up to five cities for allotment of test centre. The process of test city selection is a part of CAT application process. In the CAT application form, there is a field in which candidates have to select the cities. They need to select the city of preference in order of 1 to 5. The examination authorities will try to allot the test centre in the city of first preference. Thus, candidates must fill all the five cities carefully. They must choose their home city of city of current residence as the first preference. The test city option can only be changed during the form correction window. After that, the request for change of the city will not be accepted by the exam authorities.
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