FAQ s
01. What is CAT (Common Admission Test)?
CAT (Common Admission Test) is a management entrance examination conducted by the IIMs. Its scores are used by IIMs and various other management institutes as part of their admission processes for postgraduate management programmes.
02. What is the full form of CAT (Common Admission Test)?
The full form of CAT is Common Admission Test. CAT (Common Admission Test) is widely taken by candidates seeking admission to MBA and other postgraduate management programmes offered by participating business schools in India.
03. Who conducts CAT (Common Admission Test)?
CAT (Common Admission Test) is conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management on a rotational basis. The designated IIM manages the examination process for that year, while participating institutes determine their own admission and selection criteria.
04. What subjects are included in CAT (Common Admission Test)?
CAT (Common Admission Test) typically assesses candidates through Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Ability. The exact examination pattern and other details should be checked in the official notification for the relevant year.
05. Is CAT (Common Admission Test) only for IIM admission?
No. Although CAT (Common Admission Test) is closely associated with IIM admissions, CAT scores are also accepted by many non-IIM management institutes. Candidates should check each institution’s current eligibility requirements, accepted scores, and selection process before applying.