CAT Exam Registration

The registration process for CAT 2020 commenced on August 7^th 2020 and though it was scheduled to close by September 18^th, 2020, it was extended up to September 25^th, 2020. The registrations happened online and over 2.44 lakh candidates filled the application form. From 28 to 30 September 2020, the CAT form correction window was opened for candidates who wanted to edit their image and signature, if necessary.

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Read the sections below to get a detailed understanding of the registration process:

The number of CAT application forms received since 2012:

CAT Application numbers year-wise

Eligibility Criteria

• Any graduate having 50 percent marks in aggregate (45 percent for SC/ST/PwD candidates) is eligible to apply for CAT 2020 exam
• Candidates in the final year of graduation can also apply for CAT exam. 

Also Check CAT Eligibility Criteria

CAT Registration Dates

Documents Required for CAT 2020 Registration & Application Process

In order to fill your CAT application form with the correct details, the following documents are to be kept in hand for quick reference:

• Class 10 mark sheet
• Class 12 mark sheet
• Graduation mark sheets/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

Read Also – How to Register for CAT 2019 

Documents to Upload Along With CAT 2020 Application Form

Also Check CAT 2020 Examination Pattern 

How to Register for CAT 

CAT registration is a three-step process involving online registration, completion of CAT

application form and payment of fees. Mentioned below is a step-by-step guide of the registration process. 

Step 1: CAT 2020 Registration 

Candidates are required to register on the official website (IIMCAT) to apply for CAT 2020. Here’s how you can register yourself for the exam:

Visit the official page of CAT 2020

• Click on CAT 2020 registration
• Fill in your name, date of birth, email ID, phone number and nationality
• Click on the Generate OTP tab.
• Upon successful registration, you will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number 
• Verify your registration by typing the OTP in the given field 

Step 2: Filling up CAT 2020 Application Form

After your CAT form is verified, you will receive a user ID and password on your registered email ID and mobile number. Use this user ID and password to login and fill your application form.  Remember to fill out this form with the utmost care and precision as the information cannot be modified once submitted.

Also Read – CAT 2019 Registration Date From August 7-September 18, 2019 Exam on November 24, 2019 

The CAT application/registration form 2020 is divided into six sections:

• Personal Details: You need to enter details like Name, Date of Birth, Father’s Name, Category, Gender, Nationality, Communication address, Email ID, Phone Number etc. in this section.
• Academics: Enter Class X and XII exam scores, Bachelor’s degree details and details of any other professional courses taken (if any)
• Work Experience: In case of relevant work-experience, give details like the name of the company, duration, etc. in this section.
• Programs: Choose the IIM campuses of your choice and the programs you would like to pursue.
• Test City: Enter your preferred test cities. Up to four cities can be selected in order of preference from 1 to 4.
• Payment: Application fee payment can be done via Credit/Debit card, Paytm or PayU

Step 3: Payment of CAT Registration cum Application Fee

The last step in the registration process is the payment of the application fee. Once you’ve filled in the five sections of the application form, click on the ‘save and continue’ tab and proceed to the fee payment window. The application fee can be paid online through internet banking or credit/debit card.

CAT Application Fee

Mentioned below is the application fee for students belonging to the General and Reserved categories:

Selection Of Test Centre City

While filling the application form, you can select up to four cities in the order you prefer, from a list of 156 cities. However, as these cities are allotted on a first come first served basis in case your first choice is not available, you will be allotted the second city chosen by you.

CAT Registration 2020: Things to Keep in Mind

• Internet Explorer (version 11 and above), Mozilla Firefox (version 50 to 61), and Google Chrome (version 50 to 69) are the recommended web browsers for filling out CAT 2020 application form. At the time of CAT registration, remember to mention your personal and fully functional mobile phone number and email ID.
• Fill the application form from your laptop or desktop and not from your smartphone.
• Remember to mention the correct details in the application form. Should any of the details be found incorrect, admission of the applicant may be canceled.
• Give careful thought to the IIM campuses you choose in the application form as your interview call (if you are shortlisted) is based on this selection.
• Verify all the information filled in the CAT application form several times, before you click on submit/save key. Once you submit the form, changes cannot be made in the application form. You will be required to create a new login ID, fill the form and pay the fee again.
• Ensure that the fee payment transaction is successful. In case of an incomplete transaction, your CAT application form will not be accepted.
• Save a copy of the fee acknowledgment slip and the duly filled application form for future reference.
• It is also advisable to take a printout of the confirmation mail for the sake of reference.

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CAT Registration 2020: Instructions for Reserved Category Students

• Candidates coming under the reserved category have to necessarily follow the instructions specified for them.
• Check the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) website: http://www.ncbc.nic.in/Home.aspx to find out the Caste/Tribe name you belong to.
• This information is also available in the CAT 2020 application form. Select the icon on the form to connect to the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) website.
• It is mandatory to submit the reserved category form and the EWS, NC-OBC, SC/ST certificate are available on the CAT website. Once the details are filled, the self-attested form has to be uploaded as a PDF document on the website.
• For applying under the Person with Disability (PWD) category, download the Person with Disability (PWD) Certificate from the CAT website, enter the required information and upload the self-attested certificate as a PDF document on the CAT website.
• Remember to select details under PWD Category – Wheelchair Support and Scribe Requirement, in the CAT application form.
• If you are writing the exam with the help of a Scribe, fill the Scribe Affidavit form available on the CAT website and arrange a scribe yourself.

CAT Application Form Correction

The candidates are usually given an opportunity to make corrections in their application form by the exam authorities. However, they will be allowed to make these changes only once and this correction window remains open for only a short duration of time. This correction window is generally opened after the last day of the CAT application process. Candidates will be allowed to correct certain information like the percentage of marks scored, work experience, programs selected and upload a new photo.

Also read:

• CAT Admit Card
• CAT Result
• CAT Exam Preparation
• CAT Exam Pattern
• CAT Cut-Offs
• CAT Eligibility
• CAT Syllabus
• CAT Exam Answer Key
• CAT Exam Analysis
• CAT Question Paper
• CAT Exam Dates
• CAT Mock Test
• CAT  Score Vs CAT Percentile

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