Thousands of students prepare for various management entrances such as CAT, XAT, IIFT, SNAP, etc. But CAT is considered one of the toughest entrances and it is a gateway to one of the IIMs and other premier B-Schools across the nation. CAT is conducted every year by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) on a rotational basis. CAT is a computer-based test held for admissions in elite B-Schools across India. A two-year post-graduate degree in management from one of the top IIMs is an assurance for a bright career in the corporate sector. Apart from financial remunerations, candidates get to learn management principles and develop leadership qualities while working in top multinational companies. CAT remains one of the most sought-after competitive examinations and attracts graduates from all streams. Many working professionals also appear for CAT to step up the corporate ladder. The score is not only accepted by the IIMs, but also by other 100+ top-notch B- Schools across the country. Approximately 4,000 seats are offered by the IIMs.

The official registration of CAT begins in the month of August and the test will be conducted in November, we bring you the important dates of the commencement of the CAT so that you have a fair idea about CAT and plan your preparation accordingly. A well- structured plan and a step- by -step approach is required for covering the entire syllabus to score well in the Common Admission Test 2021.

Note Students should visit the CAT official website to go through the mock tests/ tutorials and understand the new exam pattern.

A quick overview of important facts about CAT: