The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2024 admit cards have been officially released today, November 5, 2024, by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta. Hall tickets for this highly competitive exam are now available for download from the official website, iimcat.ac.in, for candidates registered for the exam. The CAT exam is scheduled to be conducted on November 24, 2024 and is a gateway to IIMs and other business schools across India for admission to postgraduate and PhD programs.

The CAT 2024 registration period began on August 1 and ended on September 20 and attracted many applicants. About 328,000 candidates took the exam last year, and about 288,000 actually sat for it. Interest has increased by 30% compared to previous years.

How to download CAT admit card step by step.

Go to iimcat.ac.in.
The link to CAT 2024 admit card can be found on the IIM Calcutta homepage.
Click on the admit card link and a new window will open.
Enter your login information.
It will appear. Download your admit card.

CAT 2024 will have three sections: VARC, DILR and QA. The exam will last 120 minutes in total and each section will have 40 minutes. The test will consist of 66 questions, both in multiple choice (MCQ) and entry-response (TITA) format. There is a +3 point for each correct answer, and 1 point is deducted for incorrect answers to the MCQ.

To assist candidates in their preparation, IIM Calcutta will provide a tutorial detailing the exam process one week before the test date. This resource aims to familiarize candidates with the exam format and help them develop an effective time management strategy.

The CAT is crucial for prospective management students as it is accepted by all 21 IIMs and over 1,000 other business schools in India, including leading institutions like FMS Delhi and SPJIMR Mumbai. Candidates who perform well will move on to further rounds of selection at the IIMs of their choice.

As the exam date approaches, candidates are encouraged to keep themselves informed of any announcements from IIM Calcutta regarding the exam and its procedures. With rigorous preparation and strategic study plans, candidates can improve their chances of passing this crucial exam.