Introduction to CAT in Mumbai
Common Admission Test (CAT), is computer-based test held in India. Indian Institute of Management (IIMs) conducts CAT exam to shortlist the highly qualified candidates for the postgraduate management programme. CAT exam is conducted every year by one of the IIMs institutes in India as per the policy. On basis of CAT exam, IIMs and many other B schools in India, offer admission to MBA, PGDM and likewise programs.
Q. What is the syllabus of CAT?
A. CAT syllabus 2019 includes three sections:
Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)
Quantitative Ability (QA)
The key to success in CAT exam is complete understanding of the CAT syllabus and exam pattern.
Q. What is the marking scheme for CAT?
A. Every correct answer carries 3 marks.
Every wrong answer carries -1.
Negative marking do not apply to non-MCQs or TITA (type in the answer) questions.
The order of attempting the sections is pre-determined.
Sections start with VARC, followed by DILR, and ends with QA.
Q. What is the right time to start CAT preparation?
A. If you are in the pre-final year, i.e., 2nd or 3rd year of graduation then it is the best time to prepare for CAT exam. They must start preparing for the same 6-7 month before.
Q. Which is better for CAT preparation “Online Coaching” or “Classroom Coaching” program?
A. Both online and classroom coaching programs have their possess stars and cons. The online coaching classes are more appropriate as they offer comfort to the understudies. In case done with devotion, online coaching can grant you the leading result.
Q. What is the average fees for CAT Coaching Classes in Mumbai?
A. The fees for CAT coaching in Mumbai may range from INR 35,000 to 50,000 for one year.
Q. Which institute is best for CAT preparation
A. -Career Launcher (CL) is one of the most popular and largest MBA coaching institute in India
-IMS
-Triumphant Institute of Management (T.I.M.E.)
Q. What is the fees to register for CAT exam?
A. The application fee for General category candidates is INR 1800.
The application fee for SC/ST/PWD category candidates is INR 900.
The mode of application fee payment is through Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking.
Q. What is the fees for CAT coaching?
A. The fees for CAT coaching in Mumbai is 35,000 to 40,000
Q. Can someone appear for more than one slot for CAT 2019?
A. You cannot appear for more than one slot. It will be deemed as a fraudulent activity if you attempt to appear more than once for CAT 2019. To ensure that candidates have only one attempt, Admit Cards, photo IDs, candidate pictures, and biometric information will be verified. Candidates who attempt to take the test more than once will be eliminated anytime during the selection process.
