CAT 2024 Registration Deadline Extended, Check out the Date Here

Updated: Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 17:36 [IST]

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta has extended the registration deadline for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2024, giving aspiring candidates an extra week to complete their applications. The new deadline is September 20, 2024, providing a final opportunity for those who missed the initial cut-off of September 13. This extension follows a trend seen in previous years, like in 2023 when IIM Lucknow made a similar extension.

Key Dates and Deadlines

Admit cards: Available from November 5, 2024.
CAT 2024 exam date: November 24, 2024, across 170 cities.

How to Register for CAT 2024?

If you're planning to take CAT 2024, here's a simple step-by-step guide to help you register:

Visit the official website: Head over to iimcat.ac.in.
New registration: On the homepage, click on the "New Registration" button.
Enter personal details: Provide your name, date of birth, email ID, phone number, and country.
Verify with OTP: Use the OTP sent to your mobile or email for validation.
Login: Re-log in with the credentials received via email.
Fill out the form: Enter your academic, personal, and work details.
Upload documents: Attach necessary documents such as passport-size photos, signatures, and category certificates (if applicable).
Select preferences: Choose your preferred IIMs, the course, exam city, and interview city.
Submit payment: Complete the application by paying the required fee online.
Save the form: Download the application form and payment receipt for future reference.

Make sure to use an active email ID and phone number, as all communication regarding the exam will be sent through these details.

Application Fees

General category: ₹2,500 (increased from ₹2,400).
Reserved categories: ₹1,250 (increased from ₹1,200).

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for CAT 2024 must hold a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC, ST, and PwD candidates). This ensures a minimum academic standard for all applicants.

Seat Reservation

The reservation policy for CAT 2024 follows this structure:

15% of seats for SC candidates.
7.5% for ST candidates.
27% for NC-OBC candidates.
Up to 10% for EWS candidates.

The CAT exam is a national-level test used primarily for admission to postgraduate and doctoral-level management courses at various IIMs across India. Many other prestigious institutions also consider CAT scores in their admission processes.

For those pursuing a career in management, the CAT is a crucial step towards gaining admission to some of the most prestigious institutions in India. This extra time should be used wisely-review your details, gather your documents, and submit a thorough application. Don't miss this final opportunity!

Good luck to all the aspirants preparing for CAT 2024!