CAT 2027 Guide: All You Need to Know from Exam Dates to Exam Pattern & Registration

What is CAT?

What is the CAT 2027 Exam Pattern?

What is the CAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria?

What are the CAT 2027 Important Dates?

What is CAT 2027 Syllabus?

• Verbal Ability Reading Comprehension (VARC): Fill in the blanks, Verbal Logic, Para Jumbles, Grammar, Reading Comprehension, Sentence, Completion, Jumbled, Paragraphs, Different Usage of the same word,  Syllogisms, Parts of speech
• Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR): Venn Diagram,  Coding-Decoding,  Binary Logic, Blood Relations,  Syllogism, Direction Sense, Tables,  Bars and Line Graphs, Puzzles, Family Tree, Assumptions, Pie Charts, Seating Arrangement,  Data Sufficiency, Clocks and Calendars
• Quantitative Aptitude (QA): Mean, mode, median, Binomial theorem, Geometry, Ratios and Proportion, Work and Time, Algebra, Percentages, Mensuration, Time, Speed and Distance, Square Root and Cube Root, Number System, Simple interest and compound interest,  Geometric Progression, Surds and Indices

What is the CAT 2027 Application Process?

1. Access the Application Form: Visit the official CAT website (www.iimcat.ac.in.) and click on the “Go to Application Form” link.
2. Filling Personal Details: Start by filling your name, date of birth (DOB), guardian’s name and gender, caste category and nationality. Next, it is important that you carefully fill in the correct postal address and alternate email ID.
3. Filling Academic Qualifications: Make sure to carefully fill in your educational history including 10th, 12th, Bachelor’s degree (pursuing or completed), Master’s degree, or any professional degree. Then, proceed by entering your professional experience details (if applicable).
4. Preferred Programs and Exam Cities: The application form then asks you to choose your preferred programs and four preferred exam cities.
5. Uploading Documents: Next, you are required to upload clear scanned images of your recent passport-size photograph, signature and caste category certificate (if applicable). Please ensure the documents meet the prescribed format and size requirements.
6. Final Submission: Click on “Save and Continue” to review the entered details. Once verified, submit the application form.
7. Please note that no hard copy of the registration form needs to be sent via post or offline mode. Lastly, it is recommended that you keep a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

What is the Application Fee for CAT 2027?

What are the CAT 2027 Test Centers?

CAT 2027 Important Points You Should Know

• The CAT 2027 Admit Card can be downloaded through the CAT official website (www.iimcat.ac.in.). On the day of exam, the candidate is required to carry a photo identity proof along with their admit card. Please note that you will not be permitted to give the entrance exam if you do not have both the documents with you.
• The CAT 2027 Answer Key is commonly released shortly after the CAT exam on their official website. Candidates can download the Answer Key using their CAT ID and password.
• Please note that the candidate is allowed to raise objections (if any) within the specified time period. Objection on each question amounts to 1200 INR.
• The CAT 2027 Result is commonly released in December. Following which, top IIMs and other B-Schools release their cut-offs and begin with their interview process.
• Please note that every IIM has their own admission process and there is no centralized counselling procedure. Thus, it is important that the candidate applies to their desired IIM(s) and/or institutes separately.
• Shortlisted candidates must report for document verification. Final admission is granted after document verification and fee submission.

What are the Expected CAT 2027 Cut-offs for IIMs?

What are the Expected CAT 2027 Cut-offs for Non-IIMs?

How Early Should I Start My Preparation?

• Since it is the beginning of your preparation, it is ideal that you start by understanding the sectional division between VARC, DILR and QA.
• Then, start by learning basic concepts that fall under these sections such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry under QA, RC under VARC and basic arrangements and puzzles in DILR.
• It is ideal that you either join a professional preparation course or start by consulting reliable conceptual videos or textbooks to work through practice problems.
• Finally, understand and memorize key formulas, rules and concepts for each section.

• Next, once you have acquainted yourself with your problem-solving skills through regular practice, it is time to apply concepts and solve a variety of questions. Remember, the more you practice questions and section-wise tests, the more optimally you will be able to build your fundamentals with speed and accuracy.
• Time yourself and solve previous years' papers and online mock tests regularly to identify weak areas. The end goal is to sharpen your problem-solving skills and improve accuracy.

• Now that you are nearing the exam day, strengthen your preparation with intensive mock tests. Focus on time management through full length mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.
• Further, it is important to devote some time and review all mocks thoroughly in order to improve weak areas.
• By the end of your preparation journey, you should be able to successfully build an exam strategy, refine speed and improve confidence.

What Are Some Tips & Strategies I Should Keep In Mind?

• Master the Basics: Concentrate on the strengthening of the basic concepts under Quantitative Ability (QA), Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), and Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR). Learn the basics first and then proceed to the complicated topics.
• Focus on Time Management: CAT is a time-based exam, thus it is important to train yourself on how to manage your time well. You can optimally build time management skills by taking the mock tests.
• Regular Mock Test Sprint followed by Evaluation: Consistent mock tests should be taken to acquaint yourself with the exam environment. Following each test, it is wise to spend some time evaluating the test and notice weak areas. This exercise will aid the development of stamina, time management and strengthen otherwise poor areas.
• Prioritize Weak Areas: Reflect through mock tests and practice questions to find out your weak areas at an early stage and allocate time on strengthening it.
• Read More for VARC: Read as many different materials as possible. Newspapers, magazines, essays and literature to achieve faster and comprehendible reading skills. This will not only assist you to do well in RC, but also increase your VA.
• Concentrate on Precision and Not Quantity: In order to avoid excessive negative marking, it is wise to focus on answering fewer, yet right questions rather than all of them.
• Calm and Composure over Knowledge: Stay calm, composed and concentrated on the day of exam. Stay positive and have confidence in your knowledge.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is CAT?
A: CAT (Common Admission Test) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the IIMs for admission to MBA and PGDM programs at IIMs and other top B-schools in India.
2.  How many candidates appear for CAT every year?
A: An estimate of 3-4 lakh aspirants are expected to appear for CAT 2027.
3. What is the validity of CAT scores?
A: CAT scores are valid for only one year for admissions.
4.  Can final-year students apply for CAT 2027?
A:  Yes, final-year students can apply for CAT 2027, however, they are required to meet the minimum percentage mark upon graduation.
5.  Can diploma holders apply for CAT?
A: No, candidates must have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university to appear for CAT 2027.
6. I have a backlog in my degree. Can I still appear for CAT?
A: Yes, as long as you clear your backlog before the admission process begins and meet the minimum eligibility criteria.
7. When will CAT 2027  registration start?
A: The registration process typically starts in the first week of August. However, the official dates are yet to be released.
8. What documents are required for CAT registration?
A: Mandatory documents required for CAT 2027 registration include scanned passport-size photo & signature, class 10 & 12 mark sheets, graduation certificate/mark sheet and caste category certificate (if applicable).
9.  Can I apply for CAT offline?
A: No, CAT applications are only online.
10. What documents should I carry to the CAT exam center?
A: The candidate is required to carry admit card and photo ID proof (Aadhar, Passport, Voter ID, etc).