Marking and Results
Introduction
Test
Sections
Marking and Results
Admissions
Fee
Application Procedure
CAT Application Forms
Preparation
Every year, the number of questions in the CAT exam varies between 180-200. The number of questions in CAT cannot be guaranteed.
There is a two-hour period to answer all the questions, which is spread over 4 sections. However, solving all the questions in this time period is considered impossible by many.
To be considered for admission to IIM, a minimum of 20 points is required in each section. An overall score of 120 points (on 185 or 195) is considered to be competitive enough. Guessing a wrong answer can cost points, as the examiners deduct 1/4th (one-fourth) of a point for every wrong answer. That translates to one lost point for four wrong answers. Don't guess too hard!
The results of CAT are not disclosed to the students. The scores are sent directly to the IIMs where you have applied, and they are the ones who see an applicant's CAT score. Based on the score, the IIM will then call you for a group discussion and a personal interview. If you do not get a call from any of the six IIMs, then just assume that you have done badly in the CAT. In the end, it is only the institute that gets to see your CAT score, not you.
|Introduction|Test
Sections|Marking and Results|Admissions|Fee|
|Application Procedure|CAT Application Forms|Preparation|