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Category
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Details
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Exam Name
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Common Admission Test (CAT)
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Conducting Body
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Indian Institutes of Management, Calcutta (Expected)
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Exam Level
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National
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Frequency
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Annual
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Exam Mode
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Computer-Based Test (CBT)
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Duration
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2 hours (with designated time-slots)
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Number of Questions
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66
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Question Types
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Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Type in The Answer (TITA) Questions
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Sections
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1. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) 24 questions
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2. Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) 20 questions
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3. Quantitative Ability (QA) 22 questions
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Marking Scheme
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+3 for each correct answer, -1 for each incorrect answer (for MCQs), 0 for incorrect TITA questions only
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Eligibility
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Bachelor’s Degree final year or passed Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% for SC, ST, and PwD categories)
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Selection Process
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Based on CAT scores, followed by Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI) for some IIMs
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Score Validity
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1 year
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Admission Offered
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Postgraduate MBA Programs
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Number of IIMs Participating
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21 IIMs
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Other Institutes Accepting CAT Scores
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999 + Prestigious management institutes and business schools in India
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Preparation Time
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At least an year of focussed and dedicated preparation
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CAT 2024 Important Dates & Timeline
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Important dates (Tentative)
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CAT 2024 Notification Date
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Last week of July 2024
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CAT Registration Start Date 2024
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First week of August, 2024
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CAT 2024 Last Date of Registration
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First week of September 2024
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CAT 2024 Registration Fees
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Rs.2500
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CAT 2024 Exam Date
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November 24, 2024
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CAT 2024 Result Date
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First week of January 2025
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MBA Course at IIM
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Details
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Post Graduate Program in Management (PGP) or Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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The flagship initiative of the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) is the Post Graduate Programme (PGP), available at all 20 of their locations. This program serves as an equivalent to a Master of Business Administration (MBA), culminating in a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) upon completion. Spanning two years, the coursework is divided into six trimesters. The PGP is an all-encompassing management program, providing foundational courses in a variety of managerial disciplines. In their second year, students have the opportunity to select specialized electives according to their preferences. Following the enactment of the IIM Bill in Parliament, several of the premier IIMs have transitioned from awarding the PGP diploma to conferring MBA degrees.
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PGP-FABM (Food and Agribusiness Management)
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The program, spanning across two full years, was formerly referred to as the PGP-ABM. During the initial year, participants in both the PGP (Flagship) and FABM engage in identical coursework, with the exception that FABM students tackle a handful of additional subjects. As the program progresses into its second year, the focus for FABM students shifts predominantly towards topics related to agriculture.
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PGP in Human Resource Management (PGDHRM)
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The PGPHRM stands out as the premier program at IIM Ranchi, conducted on a full-time basis. This program unfolds over the course of six semesters and includes a summer project as a key component of the curriculum.
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PGP in Public Policy and Management (PGPPM)
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This program is designed to offer extensive educational opportunities, enhancing the leadership abilities and efficiency of those in policy-making roles. The PGPPM is dedicated to cultivating leadership capabilities and assisting professionals in public policy and management as they navigate emerging challenges. The PGPPM spans one year and features a two-week international immersion initiative as part of its curriculum.
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PGP in Enterprise Management (PGPEM)
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This programme is offered by IIM Bangalore and is a 22-month weekend residential programme.
The programme can be pursued by mid-level and senior executives having at least four years of work experience after Graduation.
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PGP in Business Management (PGPBM)
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PGP in Business Management, a program that spans 24 months and is meticulously designed to equip working executives for upper-management positions. The objective of this program is to mold versatile professional managers ready to excel in various segments of a corporation.
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PGP in Sustainable Management (PGP-SM)
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PGP-SM is a two-year full-time programme in Sustainable Management offered by IIM Lucknow.
The programme is spread across six semesters which includes an international immersion programme.
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PGP in Agri-Business Management (PGP-ABM)
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PGP ABM is designed exclusively to develop entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs in the field of agribusiness.
The two-year full-time residential programme is offered by IIM Lucknow.
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Mode of Examination
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Computer-based
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Medium
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English
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No. of Exam Slots
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3
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Total Questions
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66
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Questions Per Section
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VARC: 24
DILR: 20
QA: 22
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Time-Allotted
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120 minutes (40 minutes per section)
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Questions-Types
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MCQs and TITA (Type in the Answer)
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Correct Answer Marks
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+3 for every right answer
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Negative Marking
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-1 for every wrong answer
No negative marking for TITA
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Section
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MCQ
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TITA Questions
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Marks(MCQ)
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Marks(TITA)
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Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension
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20-21
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4-5
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+3, -1
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+3, no negative
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Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning
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20-21
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2-3
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+3, -1
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+3, no negative
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Quantitative Ability
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20-21
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4-5
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+3, -1
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+3, no negative
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VARC Syllabus
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DILR Syllabus
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QA Syllabus
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