CAT admit card: Download your CAT hall ticket

Starting your journey to secure an MBA degree is an important milestone for many aspiring business leaders and professionals. CAT, short for the Common Admission Test, stands as a crucial stepping stone in this pursuit, opening doors to prestigious B-schools across India. As the calendar turns to 2023, candidates gearing up for the CAT 2023 are anxiously awaiting their key to this golden opportunity: the CAT 2023 admit card.

In this blog, we'll look into the essentials of the CAT exam admit card, guiding you through the process of downloading it and highlighting its importance in your MBA admissions journey. 

CAT Admit Card Highlights

The CAT Admit card is the most important document needed to actually appear for the exam. Only successfully registered candidates will be able to download the admit card and it functions as a hall ticket on the exam day. 

A copy of the signed admit card is also used by colleges to complete admission the procedure. As a result, it is very important to handle the signed admit card with care and preserve it properly.

CAT Admit Card Dates

The important dates related to the CAT admit card 2023 have been given in the table below. 

CAT 2023 Registration	2 August 2023
Last date to register	13 September 2023
CAT admit card 2023 date	25 October 2023
CAT Exam 2023	26 November 2023
CAT Result 2023	Second week of January 2024

How to Download the CAT Admit Card?

The CAT admit card download is available online for easy convenience. Under no circumstances will the admit card be dispatched as a physical copy. To download the CAT admit card, you can follow the steps below.

1. Visit the official website of IIM  CAT Admit Card, which is also the official website of IIM CAT
2. Go to the ‘Registered Candidate Login’ 
3. Enter your User ID and Password and click Login
4. Go to the dashboard and find the admit card link
5. Once you click on it, a new window will open
6. The details about the exam centre and location will be shown
7. The link to the CAT admit card download will be there just beside it
8. Download CAT Admit Card and get prepared for the exam!

Details Mentioned in CAT Admit Card

The CAT admit card will contain all the relevant details for the exam day. The invigilator will tally the details with the roll sheet and a photo ID proof. Candidates will be allowed to appear for the exam only if all the details on the admit card match with the roll sheet. 

In case there’s any detail printed wrong or missing, candidates need to immediately get in touch with the CAT authorities and resolve it. Overall, the following details are mentioned on the CAT admit card.

1. Name
2. Application Number
3. Date of Birth (DoB)
4. Application category
5. PwD/DA status
6. Date and Time of exam
7. Exam centre address 
8. Reporting Time
9. Space to affix photograph
10. Space for signature 

Note: Candidates need to carry a government photo ID proof (Voter ID /Passport/ Driving License/Adhaar) to successfully complete verification on the day of the exam.

What to do in Case of Missing/Wrong Details on the CAT Admit Card?

Usually, IIM-CAT is quite efficient in handling the information, so chances of error are minimal. However, in case there’s an error, you can resolve it by contacting the IIM-CAT authorities at the address given below. 

• Phone: 1-800-210-1088 (Toll-Free) - Call on the Toll-free number, Monday to Saturday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (excluding National holidays).

• Email: cathelpdesk@iimcat.co.in

Address: CAT Centre C/o. Admissions Office, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad – 380 015, Gujarat, India

Documents to be Presented by the Candidates on Exam Day

Doing everything properly on exam day is the most important thing. Remember, even minor mistakes can lead to disqualification from the exam. In order to find out the important details about the exam day, you can refer to the Instruction section on the CAT admit card. 

Otherwise, you need to ensure that you have the following documents with you on the exam day.  

• A government photo ID proof (Adhaar/Voter ID/Driving License/Passport)

• A printed copy of the admit card, with a passport size photo pasted and self-attested

Common Problems in Downloading the CAT Admit Card

The portal of IIM CAT admit card is usually quite efficient. However, candidates may face problems downloading the admit card under exceptional circumstances. If it’s a problem with the website, it will be resolved within a few hours. Candidates who failed to successfully register or to pay the exam fee will not be able to download the admit card. 

The common problems faced by candidates while downloading the admit card are given below: 

• Poor internet connectivity 
• Server crash due to high traffic
• Unsuccessful registration
• Non-payment of fee
• Forgetting login ID and password

Note: If your registration is unsuccessful, then it might be too late to resolve it when the admit card is released. Make sure to enter all the details correctly and pay the fee on time during registration.

What to do if you Forget the Login ID for CAT?

Forgetting login ID and password is the most common problem faced by candidates while downloading the admit card. Thankfully, it is quite easy to resolve it on the official website. You can follow the simple steps given below to retrieve your CAT Login ID and download the admit card. 

1. Go to the official website
2. On the right side, click on ‘Registered candidate login’
3. Click on the ‘Forgot User ID/Password?’ option
4. Enter the registered email ID and the captcha
5. The link to retrieve the password will be sent to you via email
6. You can click on the link and retrieve your login ID/Password

CAT Admit Card 2023 – Important Points

1. It will not be sent via email or post to the candidates.
2. The admit card will be considered valid only if the images of the candidate’s photograph & signature are legibly printed.
3. It will be valid only for the test date and session as specified on it.
4. No duplicate CAT 2023 admit card will be issued in any case. The candidates must keep the admit card safe with them.
5. The candidate must not mutilate the admit card or change any entry, made therein after it has been authenticated by the authorities.
6. It is advised to retain the admit card of CAT 2023 after the conduct of the exam as it will be needed at various stages of the IIM admission process.

CAT Entrance exam will be organised in over 150 cities of the country. It is a computer-based test (CBT), held on a single day and in two sessions. The CAT question paper comprises MCQs and descriptive questions. In total, 100 questions are asked in the test and the exam takers are given 3 hours to attempt it. The score of the MBA CAT exam remains valid for a year and is accepted by over 300 B-schools (non-IIMs).

Also Read:  CAT Result,  CAT Exam Pattern for 2023

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FAQs - CAT Admit Card

How can I download CAT admit card?

CAT 2023 admit card can be downloaded on the official website of IIM-CAT. The link to download the admit card can be found on the dashboard after you log in using the User ID and Password.  

Is a Black and White admit card allowed in CAT 2023?

A black and white admit card is allowed in the CAT exam 2023, but the candidate should ensure that all the details are properly visible.

Should CAT admit card be printed in colour?

CAT admit card can be printed either in colour or black and white, as there’s no restriction. However, it is preferable to get a colour print-out as that makes it easier to read.

When is the CAT exam 2023?

The exam date for CAT 2023 is 26th November, 2023