CAT 2021: Admission (Soon), Cut Off (Out), Result (Declared), Counselling

cat 2021CAT 2021 Cut Off has been released by various IIMs. Result has been declared on 3rd January 2022. Answer Key & Candidate’s Responses has been released on 8th December 2021. Exam is regulated by the IIM, Ahmedabad. The exam is organized on 28th November 2021. Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) organizes the CAT 2021 exam. It is computer based admission test conducted for admissions in PG & Fellow management programmes offered by IIMs all over the country. Various B Schools and other management instituions in India consider the CAT score for providing admission in MBA, PGDM & other PG management courses.

CAT refers to Common Admission Test which is one of the most sought exam for management courses. It is organized only once in a year. Students appearing for CAT 2021 exam can check complete details from below including answer key, result, counselling etc.

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CAT 2021 Notifications

newiconCAT 2022 Notification will be released soon. Get all exam details and latest updates about CAT 2022 from here.

newiconGet complete updates of CAT 2021 Admission & counselling Procedure from here. Click here to view details.

newiconCAT 2021 Cut Off has been released by various IIMs. Check here for cut off details. 

newiconCAT 2021 Result has been declared on 3rd January 2022 through login. Check here for result details. 

newiconCAT 2021 Answer key & Candidate’s Responses has been released on 8th December 2021. Check here for answer key details. 

newiconCAT 2021 Exam is organized on 28th November 2021 by IIM, Ahmedabad. Check here for application details. 

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CAT 2021 Highlights

Who is the coordinating IIM for CAT 2021 ? – IIM, Ahmedabad

In which mode answer key release ? – Online mode

When will be the answer key release for CAT? – 8th December 2021

When will be the CAT exam organised ? – On 28th November 2021

Can i check result? – Yes

When should i check result for CAT 2021? – 3rd January

How many times can you attempt CAT exam ? No attempt limit.

CAT 2021 Exam Dates

CAT Exam Dates for 2021 session has been announced soon. Students can check the official schedule given below:

EventsDates 2021 (Announced)
Release of CAT 2021 Notification31st July 2021
Starting of Online Registration4th August 2021
Last date to fill the application form22nd September 2021
Correction window25th to 27th September 2021
Release of Admit card27th October 2021
Mock Test1st November 2021
CAT 2021 Exam28th November 2021
Release of Answer Key8th December 2021
Last date to submit objection11th December 2021
Revised Answer KeyJanuary 2022
Announcement of Results3rd January 2022

CAT 2021 Exam Summary

Exam NameCAT (Common Admission Test)
CoursesPG Management (MBA/PGDM)
Conducting BodyIndian Institutes of Management
LevelNational Level Exam
Exam ModeCBT (Computer Based Test)
Exam DateLast week of November 2021

CAT Answer Key

The exam conducting authority has released the answer key through online mode. CAT 2021 answer key has been made available within a week after the examination.

Candidates can access the answer key using their CAT ID and password through login. The authority has also provided the facility to challenge the answer key.

Candidates have to pay Rs.1200 per question to challenge the answer key. The responses has also released along with the answer key.

CAT 2021 Result

The result has been declared on 3rd January 2022. Candidates can access CAT Score card through the website.

The score card will be valid till the January 2022. There is no offline mode available to check the result.

CAT result 2021 contains detailed sectional and overall scaled scores and percentiles. Candidates must make sure to take printout of the score card for further admission procedure.

CAT Normalization Procedure

CAT exam will be conducted in two sessions to ensure equity in comparison of performance of candidates a normalization procedure will be done.

The exam conducting authority will use the formula same applied for GATE to normalize the CAT scores. The scaled score of each section along with percentiles will be declared along with the result.

CAT Cut Off 2021

The cut-off is the minimum marks of percentile required by the candidates in order to get shortlisted by the participating institutions. CAT 2021 cut-off will be released separately category wise. Candidates can check the last year cut-off from below:

InstitutionGeneralOBC-NCSCST
IIM, Ahmedabad80757060
IIM, Bangalore90807570
IIM, Calcutta90857070

CAT Admission Procedure

No centralized counselling or admission procedure will be conducted for admission in IIMs. Each IIM will conduct their own admission process for providing admissions.

CAT 2021 admission process will be started after the declaration of result. Admissions in IIMs will be done on the basis of CAT scores, written ability test, group discussion and personal interview.

IIMs will release their separate cut-off for providing admissions. Candidates will receive call letters in their registered Email ID. Candidates are required to report to the IIMs as per the allotted schedule.

FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions)

Answer: CAT 2021 notification has been released on 31st July 2021.

Answer: It is conducted by IIM Ahmedabad.

Answer: The registration process has been started from 4th August 2021.

Answer: No age limit is prescribed for CAT.

Answer: No, the exam pattern, syllabus & exam mode is same as previous year trend.

Answer: Yes, the application is rejected if any mistake is found in the candidate’s entered details or uploaded images. Students can edit their application form from 25th September 2021.

Answer: CAT 2021 exam is organized on 28th November 2021.

Answer: Candidates are not allowed to carry calculators with them in the exam hall. However, candidates can use the on screen calculators.

Answer: CAT Scorecard will be valid only for 1 year.

Answer: Yes, candidates who are appearing in their final year of degree course or waiting for their final result are eligible to apply.

Answer: Yes, one mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer in the MCQ section.

CAT Registration 2021

Here we have given important instructions to fill the CAT 2021 Application Form:

  • Registration can be done through the website.
  • Registration window can be opened from 4th August 2021.
  • Candidates must ensure that they have a working mobile number and Email ID for CAT 2021 registration.
  • Firstly, candidates have to register to generate their unique User ID and password.
  • The last date to submit application form is till 22nd September 2021.
  • Candidates must login with the generated ID details to fill the application form.
  • After entering details & making fee payment, candidates submit the application to complete the registration process.
  • Authority has also provided correction facility from 25th September 2021.
  • Scanned images of passport size photograph and signature are required for uploading.

Registration Fee:

  • The registration fee is Rs.1100 for SC, ST and PwD and Rs. 2200 for all other candidates.
  • Registration fee is non refundable.
  • Processing fee is also charged.
  • The fee payment can be done through debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
Check Here – How to Fill CAT 2021 Application Form

CAT Application Correction

The authority also provide CAT Application Correction facility to make changes in images uploaded in the application form. Students can correct their uploaded images from 25th September 2021.

Candidates will be required to login to the students dashboard. After login, candidates can upload their correct images. Corrections in other details of the application form is not allowed by the authority.

CAT Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must check the CAT Eligibility criteria given below before applying for the exam.

  • Qualifying Exam: Bachelor degree or equivalent with minimum 50% (45% for reserved categories).
  • Appearing Candidates: Candidates appearing in the final year of bachelor degree are also eligible to apply
  • Candidates holding professional degrees like CA/ CS/ ICWA can also apply.
  • Age Limit: There will be no age or attempt limit to apply for CAT.

CAT 2021 Admit Card

The admit card has been made available to download from 27th October 2021. CAT admit card 2021 has been downloaded by entering ID and password.

Candidates must check all details like name, photograph, signature & other details mentioned in the admit card. In case of any mistake, they should contact to the CAT officials to get it rectified.

Candidates have to carry one ID proof along with admit card. Candidates keep the admit card safe till their admissions are completed.

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CAT 2021 Exam Pattern

Here candidates can check CAT Exam pattern in the below given section:

  • Exam Mode: The exam will be conducted through online mode (computer based test).
  • Type of Questions: Both objective and subjective questions will be asked in the exam.
  • Duration: Total two hours (120 minutes) will be given to solve the question paper.
  • Test Centres: The exam will be organized around 156 cities. Name of the test centre will be mentioned in the admit card.
  • Marking Scheme: Three marks will be given for each correct answer.
  • Negative Marking: One mark will be deducted for each wrong answer in the objective type section. No negative marking will be done in the subjective section.
SectionNo. of MCQsNo. of Non MCQsDurationTotal Marks
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (Section I)24101 hour102
Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (Section II)2481 hour96
Quantitative Ability (Section III)2771 hour102
Total75253 hours300

CAT Syllabus 2021

CAT Syllabus 2021 will be divided into three sections, i.e. Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension & Quantitative Ability. The detailed syllabus for these sections are provided below:

Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning: Caselets and Tables, Venn Diagrams, Combination of two or more types linked to each other, Calendars, Cubes and Clocks, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Blood Relations, Bar Graphs and Column Graphs, Line Charts & Pie Chart, Number and Letter Series, Binary Logic, Logical Matching, Connectives & Sequence.

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension: Synonyms Antonyms (Vocabulary Based), Correction in Sentence, Reading Comprehension, Jumbled Paragraph and Close Passage, Analogies and Reverse Analogies, Facts Inferences Judgements, Grammar or English Usage, Fill in the blanks, Verbal Reasoning, Meaning/Usage Match, Summary Questions.

Quantitative Ability: Number Systems, LCM & HCF, Speed, Time & Distance, Time & Work, Ratio & Proportion, Averages, Coordinate Geometry & Mensuration, Sequences & Series, Surds & Indices, Inequalities, Set Theory, Functions & Geometry, Mixtures & Allegations, Trigonometry, Profit, Loss & Discount, Percentages, Simple & Compound Interest, Logarithm, Binomial Theorem, Complex Numbers, Quadratic & Linear Equations, Probability, Permutation and Combination.

How to Prepare for CAT

Candidates can take help of below given CAT Preparation tips:

  • The first thing you have to do is to gather details about the exam pattern and syllabus.
  • Get the right study materials like books, sample papers etc for preparations.
  • Go through the previous year question papers to know the pattern and weightage of questions.
  • Take online mock tests of CAT from the official and other websites too.
  • Make a study group and discuss your strategies, problems etc.
  • Make sure to complete your preparations 15 days before the exam day. And do not try any new topic after that.

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If you have any other queries related to CAT 2021, you can leave your comments below.

Displaying 18 Comments
  1. Brajesh kumar says:

    Hii sar kaya fir se registration hoga jo kraya hii
    Wah kaya krega

  2. Pratik says:

    Sir I am persuing BBA from IGNOU,SO,I am eligible for CAT exam?

  3. Jayesh Soni says:

    Sir i have completed my graduation but i have got only 49.19 percent can i apply for CAT exam

  4. Priyanka kunhale says:

    I am completed my graduation in 2016 can I apply the 2021 cat exam llb 3 year

  5. Bhukya tagore naik says:

    Which courses are best for engineering student in cat exam??

  6. Rishika singh says:

    I m completing my final year exam when I m register form

  7. Rahul Rathore says:

    can i change/ correct the name of IIM institute after submitting the form?

  8. Anjali Bhadauriya says:

    Hello sir,
    Sir mujhe PhD fellowship programme ke liye iim me admission chahiye , mera mba Amity University se complete hua h 2020 me. Mujhe ye test dena pdega ya koi or ya fir direct admission ho jayega.
    Please sir reply krna

  9. Shagun says:

    Sir, i have given exams of 2nd year and my result will be declared in oct. Can i apply for cat 2020 exam this time.

  10. I Antony Frazer says:

    Sir can i apply for next year 2021 cat

  11. I Antony Frazer says:

    Sir actually i am a final year student. Next year 2021 april i am completing my degrees so now I have registered without my intension can you cancel my registration sir please

  12. Khitish says:

    After cat exam shall we appear any other qualifying exam to get addmission into iims

  13. Shivam says:

    Sir I have a backlog in my 1st year, and I am in final year ,should I apper in cat exam ….

  14. Vrushqli Bhilawade says:

    Very much usefull information

  15. priyamvada merchant says:

    My son is a Pwd student. Where can I find the provisions for Pwd students for CAT 2020?

  16. Tejasvi Jadhav says:

    I’m in tybcom now when should I apply for cat exam and when it will be held after getting graduate or before

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