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CAT Exam Date 2023 (Nov 26): Check Notification, Registration and Other CAT Exam Dates 2023
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CAT Exam Date 2023: The official CAT 2023 notification containing the exam date, eligibility, and other details will be released on July 31, 2023. CAT 2023 Registration will begin in the first week of Aug 2023. Candidates having a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks can fill the online application form for CAT 2023 exam. Check CAT Registration Process, Fees and Documents Required

Until then, candidates must solve previous year CAT question papers and focus on exam preparation as per CAT 2023 exam pattern.

CAT 2023 Admit Card will be issued to the registered candidates in the last week of October 2023. The link to download the hall ticket will be provided on the official website till CAT exam date 2023.

A week after the exam, CAT 2023 Answer Key and Response Sheets will be released. Candidates will be allowed to raise objections, if any, against the provisional answer key. As per last year’s result release date, CAT 2023 Result will be released by Dec 21, 2023.

CAT Exam Date 2023 for Important Events

Important Events Dates (Tentative)
CAT 2023 notification  July 31, 2023
CAT 2023 registration start date August 3, 2023
CAT exam 2023 application form last date

Third week of September 2023

CAT Form Correction dates Last week of September 2023
CAT Admit Card 2023 release date Last week of October 2023
CAT Exam Date 2023 November 26, 2023
CAT 2023 Answer Key release date First week of December 2023
CAT 2023 result date December 2023

Read the article to know about CAT exam date 2023, notification, exam timing, registration dates, admit card release date, answer key & result date, and counselling dates.

CAT Exam Date 2023: Key Events and Processes

CAT Exam 2023 comprises a series of important events starting with CAT notification release date to CAT result release date. Given below are the key events of CAT 2023 exam:

  • CAT Notification Release Date: The exam conducting IIM will release CAT 2023 notification on July 31, 2023 to inform the candidates about CAT exam date 2023, registration dates, fees, eligibility, reservation, admission process, and courses offered.
  • CAT 2023 Registration Date: The registration process for CAT exam will start on August 3. The registration forms will be released online at the official IIM CAT website.
  • CAT Application Form Correction Date: Post conclusion of CAT registration process, IIM will announce CAT exam dates for form correction. CAT application form correction facility will be provided for 2-3 days to correct the errors in the submitted application, if any.
  • CAT 2023 Admit Card Release Date: All the successfully registered candidates will be issued CAT Admit Card for taking the exam on CAT exam date. CAT Admit Card release date will be in the last week of October 2023, i.e. 1 month before CAT exam date.
  • Official CAT Mock Test Link: IIM will also activate the link to practice online CAT mock tests in the final week of October 2023. The mock test will be as per the exam pattern and syllabus of CAT exam.
  • CAT 2023 Exam Date: As per the trend, CAT exam date is November 26, 2023. IIM will conduct the exam in online CBT mode in 3 slots on the same CAT exam date- morning shift (8:30 to 10:30 am), afternoon shift (12:30 to 2:30 pm), and evening shift (4:30 to 6:30 pm).
  • CAT 2023 Answer Key and Response Sheet Date: 6-8 days after CAT 2023 exam date, IIM will release CAT answer keys and response sheets. CAT test-takers will be able to download the same online from the official website- iimcat.ac.in.
  • CAT 2023 Result Date: Like previous year, CAT exam 2023 results will be released by IIM in the third week of December 2023. Candidates will be able to download the result-cum-scorecard from the official CAT 2023 website.

CAT 2023 Exam: Highlights

CAT 2023 exam will be conducted for admission to MBA/ PGDM courses offered by IIMs and other top ranking management colleges in India. Given below are the key highlights of CAT exam 2023:

Particulars Details
CAT Full Form Common Admission Test
CAT Registration Process Online
CAT Exam Eligibility 2023 Graduation with 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
CAT Exam Date Slots 3
Number of Questions in CAT 2023 exam 66 questions
CAT 2023 Exam Duration 2 hours
CAT 2023 Exam Syllabus
  • Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension
  • Quantitative Aptitude
  • Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation

CAT 2023 Conducting IIM

It is believed that this year, either IIM Calcutta or IIM Lucknow will be conducting CAT 2023. Previously, IIM Calcutta conducted CAT 2018 exam while IIM Lucknow conducted the 2017 exam. When IIM-C conducted CAT in 2018, the quant section was reported to be the toughest in 10 years. You can expect the same if IIM Calcutta conducts CAT 2023 exam.

IIMCAT- CAT 2023 Official Website

CAT 2023 official website is iimcat.ac.in. The official website will be activated for 2023 only after the release of the official notification. IIMCAT is the only official website to register for CAT exam and get all the legitimate details. The information provided in this article is also completely based the details at iimcat.ac.in. 


CAT 2023 Notification

CAT 2023 notification will be released on July 31, 2023 (expected). CAT 2023 notification will contain all the important information regarding CAT exam date 2023, changes in pattern, eligibility, reservation, exam centers list, registration fees, etc. 

Event Date 
CAT 2023 Notification July 31, 2023

Previous Year CAT Notification Release Dates

CAT Notification  Release Date
CAT Notification 2022 July 31, 2022
CAT Notification 2021  July 31, 2021
CAT Notification 2020 July 29, 2020
CAT Notification 2019 July 26, 2019
CAT Notification 2018 July 29, 2018
CAT Notification 2017 July 29, 2017
CAT Notification 2016 July 31, 2016
CAT Notification 2015 July 26, 2015
CAT Notification 2014 July 26, 2014
CAT Exam Dates

CAT Exam Date 2023

In line with the past trends of holding CAT exam on the last Sunday of November, IIM will conduct CAT Exam Date 2023 to be November 26. Changes, if any, will be notified after the announcement on the official website.

Event Dates
CAT exam date 2023 November 26, 2023
Duration of CAT exam 2023 2 hours

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CAT Exam Date 2023: Timings

CAT 2023 will be conducted in 3 shifts/ slots on the exam date. From 2020 onwards, CAT is being conducted in 3 shifts. CAT exam duration is 2 hours and the exam timings for all the 3 slots are mentioned in the table below:

CAT Exam Slot CAT Exam Timing
Slot 1 8:30 am to 10:30 am
Slot 2 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Slot 3 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm

CAT exam date 2023 is November 26, 2023 based on the trends updated in the table below:

CAT Exam Year CAT Exam Date
CAT 2022 November 27, 2022
CAT 2021 November 28, 2021
CAT 2020 November 29, 2020
CAT 2019 November 24, 2019
CAT 2018 November 25, 2018
CAT 2017 November 26, 2017
CAT 2016 December 4, 2016
CAT 2015 November 29, 2015
CAT 2014 November 16, 2014

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CAT Exam Day 2023

IIM conducts the exam on a single CAT day 2023. Candidates are alloted different slots for CAT exam day 2023. It is important to reach on time and follow all the guidelines for CAT day 2023. The important guidelines for CAT exam day 2023 are mentioned below:

  • Reach and report at the test center as per CAT day 2023 reporting time.
  • Carry a hard copy of CAT Admit Card 2023 along with a valid ID proof for verification.
  • Maintain social distancing and follow COVID-19 norms of wearing a mask and hand sanitization.
  • Cooperate with the staff to complete the frisking and document verification process.
  • Do not carry items prohibited electronic items for CAT exam day 2023.
CAT Registration Dates

CAT Exam 2023 Registration Date

IIM will announce the registration dates for CAT exam 2023. CAT Registration 2023 will start from the first week of August and will close in the third week of September 2023. Applicants should note that the application process for CAT exam is completely online. One has to visit the official website iimcat.ac.in to complete the registration as per CAT exam dates. Here are the prerequisites for CAT 2023 Registration:

  • A valid email ID and phone number for generation of unique login credentials.
  • Scanned images of photograph and signature.
  • Credit/Debit card details for making payment of Application fee.
  • Valid ID proof
  • Marksheets of Class 10th and 12th 
Events Dates (Tentative)
Release of CAT registration dates July 31, 2023
CAT registration 2023 start date August 3, 2023
CAT registration 2023 last date

September 21, 2023

CAT Exam Date 2023: Application Form Correction 

CAT 2023 Form Correction window will be opened in the last week of September in online mode only for 2 days. Candidates will have the opportunity to edit the uploaded images of photographs and signatures. The option of changing the exam city preferences will also be available during this period. The tentative CAT 2023 Form Correction dates are tabulated below:

Event Dates (Tentative)
Opening of Form Correction Window Last week of September 2023
Closing of Form Correction Window Last week of September 2023

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CAT Admit Card Dates

CAT Exam Date 2023: Admit Card 

CAT 2023 Admit Card will be available for download till the exam date. Candidates who successfully register for CAT 2023 will be issued CAT Admit Card on the official website- iimcat.ac.in. The admit card for CAT exam contains CAT exam date, time, and test center details. It is mandatory to carry a printout of CAT Admit card along with a recent passport size photograph and a valid ID proof on the day of CAT exam. The important dates regarding Admit Card for CAT 2023 are mentioned below:

Event Date (Tentative)
Release of Admit Card October 27, 2023
Last date to download Admit card November 26, 2023
CAT Exam Date 2023 November 26, 2023

CAT Exam Dates 2023: Answer Key and Response Sheet

CAT 2023 Answer Key will be released in the 1st week of December 2023. 

Events Dates (Tentative)
CAT Answer key 2023 First week of December 2023
Start Date to Challenge CAT 2023 Answer key First week of December 2023
Last Date to Challenge CAT 2023 Answer key First week of December 2023
Release of Final Answer Key Third week of December 2023
CAT Result Dates

CAT Exam Date 2023: Result 

CAT Result is generally released the following year in the first week of January. However, last year, IIM Bangalore released the result on Dec 21, 2022. This year, CAT result date can be either in the last week of December 2023 or the first week of January 2024. All candidates who appear for CAT 2023 exam will receive an SMS on their registered mobile number informing them about their CAT percentile. It is important to note that the CAT Score is valid for one year from the date of declaration of the result. CAT 2023 scorecard will contain the following information-

  1. Personal details like name, contact details, CAT registration number, gender, date of birth, category, PwD status.
  2. Date and time of the test
  3. Section-wise score and percentile
  4. Overall score and percentile
Event Date (Tentative)
CAT Result Release Date To be announced
CAT Selection Process Start Date January 2023

Read: CAT Score Calculation Process

CAT Exam Dates 2023: IIMs Admission Process

CAT 2023 Counselling will commence immediately after the declaration of the result. Listed below are the stages in the selection process:

  • Each IIM will select candidates based on the CAT percentile score, academic record, extracurricular activities, and work experience.
  • A personalized call letter will be sent to the selected candidates.
  • IIMs conduct Group Discussions (GD) and/or Written Ability Test (WAT) in the selection process.
  • All IIMs conduct a personal interview with each selected candidate.

Frequently Asked Questions

CAT Exam Dates 2023 FAQs

Ques. What is CAT 2023 Exam Date?

Ans. CAT is conducted once a year by one of the IIMs on a rotational basis. CAT 2023 exam date is November 26, 2023. Candidates willing to take the exam will be able to allowed for the same from the first week of August 2023.

Ques. How many times CAT exam is conducted in a year?

Ans. CAT is conducted only once a year on a single day. IIM conducts CAT exam in multiple slots. CAT 2022, 2021, and 2020 were conducted in 3 slots and the same is expected for CAT 2023 exam.

Ques. Is CAT exam 2 times a year?

Ans. CAT exam is held only once a year on the last Sunday of November. Only 1 CAT exam date is announced by the IIM in the official notification. On that date, the exam is conducted in multiple shifts. IIM will conduct CAT 2023 in 3 shifts on the exam date.

Ques. Can I apply for CAT 2023 now?

Ans. No, CAT Application forms are expected to be released on August 3, 2023. Candidates fulfilling CAT eligibility criteria will be able to apply for CAT 2023 on the official IIM CAT website. The entire application process (from login to payment of application fee) will be online. 

Ques. Is CAT exam date out?

Ans. CAT exam date is released by IIM in the official notification. Based on CAT exam date trend, November 26, 2023 is the expected date for CAT 2023.

Ques. Who releases CAT exam dates?

Ans. The exam conducting IIM releases CAT exam dates along with the official notification. This year, CAT exam is scheduled to be conducted by either IIM Lucknow or Calcutta. 

Ques. When will CAT 2023 Registration begin?

Ans. CAT 2023 Registration will start in the first week of August 2023. The registration window will remain open for eligible candidates till the 3rd week of September 2023.

Ques. Is CAT exam date always on Sunday?

Ans. Based on CAT exam dates of the last 5 years, it can be concluded that CAT exam is conducted on Sunday, most probably the last Sunday of November.

Ques. What is the test timing for CAT 2023?

Ans. CAT exam will be held in three sessions i.e. morning, afternoon and evening sessions. Candidates will be assigned a single session after depending upon the availability of the exam center. CAT exam date timings for all sessions will be- 8:30 to 10:30 am (morning session), 12:30 to 2:30 pm (afternoon session), and 4:30 to 6:30 (evening session).

Ques. Can I take the CAT exam in more than one/multiple sessions?

Ans. No, candidates can not appear in more than one slot to take the CAT exam. In case a candidate does the same, it will be considered a fraudulent activity and his/ her candidature will be cancelled.

Ques. Is CAT exam only once a year?

Ans. Yes, CAT exam is held only once a year in the last week of November. However, it is conducted in 3 slots/ shifts (morning, afternoon, and evening) on a single CAT exam date.

Ques. How many times can I give CAT?

Ans. There is no limit on the number of times an eligible candidate can take the CAT exam. Thus, those who appeared for CAT 2022/ 2021/ 2020, can also give CAT 2023.

Ques. What is the age limit for CAT?

Ans. IIM has not defined any upper age limit to take CAT exam. Hence, candidates of any age who meet the minimum eligibility criteria of graduation can appear for CAT exam.

Ques. What is CAT 2023 notification release date?

Ans. CAT 2023 official notification release date is July 31, 2023 (tentative). The official notification will be released containing the details of CAT 2023 exam date, registration dates, fees, and other important information for aspirants.

Ques. From when can I download the CAT 2023 Admit card?

Ans. CAT 2023 Admit card will be released a month before the exam date. Candidates can download the admit card from the official website itself. The hall tickets will not be sent via mail or post to any candidate.

Ques. When will the result for CAT 2023 be available?

Ans. CAT 2023 result will be available 3-4 weeks after the closure of answer key challenge window. After the release of the CAT result, IIMs will release their individual cutoffs for 2024-26 admissions to MBA/ PGDM programs.

Ques. In case of any query related to CAT exam date and registration, when can I contact the candidate helpdesk?

Ans. Candidates having any query related to CAT exam can contact the helpdesk by phone from Monday to Saturday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It is to be noted that the CAT help desk is closed on Sunday and national holidays. Candidates can also write an email at cathelpdesk@iimcat.co.in.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

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Ques. Should I join IIM-Kozhikode or give CAT again or try for PGPX next year with 3 years of work-ex?

● Top Answer By Ankit Sinha on 17 Nov 22

Before taking any decision, you must go through all three options that you have in great detail. There are a few reasons why you should not go for IIM-Kozhikode. First, the fees are extremely high, estimated to be around Rs 19.00 lakh. Second, the average package offered at IIMK is around 16-17L, and you will earn more than that after two years. But, once again, if you are desperate for an MBA, you can enroll in IIMK, which comes with the 'IIM' label, which will be very useful in the long run. Give CAT once more. You only need to get a high CAT score and then leave the rest up to their selection process. Second, CAT is extremely unpredictable. With proper preparation, you can achieve excellent results. So, if you're willing to work another year and are confident enough to take the CAT, this is the perfect way to take it. You should look into PGPX from ISB or elsewhere. This option is appealing, but it requires hard work and careful consideration. If you enjoy working in IT and want to advance quickly, this is the path to take....Read more

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Ques. What is the admissions procedure for IIM after CAT results?

● Top Answer By Orchid Chowdhury on 07 Dec 21

Every IIMS and other management colleges make a shortlist based on the percentile after CAT result is declared. With percentile, IIMs also consider other factors like academics, category, gender factor, diversity, etc. The list is made for the second round i.e. GD/PI or WAT/PI.  GD/WAT will have a generic topic. There can be a topic from current affairs. PI is taken by some of the faculty and alumni of the institute. In institutes like FMS, there is an extempore after PI.  After these rounds, a final shortlist is made with weightage given to GD/PI or WAT/PI performance and CAT percentile. Individual IIMs also have some additional factors. The offer letters are then sent out to top candidates in each category up to the maximum number of seats. The rest candidates are waitlisted. As students choose admissions, the waitlist continues to change. ...Read more

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Ques. Should I take IIM-Kashipur/IIM-Raipur or take the CAT &/or GMAT again?

● Top Answer By Aditya Mahatha on 06 Jan 23

I know this decision is a bit difficult to make. What you need to keep in mind is that these two colleges should not be compared to other great IIMs or even ISBs. Those B Schools are at another level and cannot be on par with Kashipur or Raipur. To facilitate a better decision, I will mention the circumstances of these B Schools then you can choose after considering all options. IIM Indore and IIM Kashipur: Both these colleges are not worth a year drop as they will help you earn only an extra 1.5-2 LPA. Moreover, in the coming years, Kashipur and Raipur will have almost the same brand value as that Indore and Kozhikode. IIM Ahmedabad, Calcutta, Lucknow and Bangalore: All these top IIMs are definitely worth a year's drop provided that you are confident enough to cope with the cutoff. All these IIMs consider your academics while selecting so if that is your reason for the year drop I don’t think it will help. There is no surety of admission even after a percentile of 100.  ISB: This one is at a whole different level and is in the category of elite B Schools like UCB, NYU, HBS, etc. The top-notch faculty offers amazing pedagogy at relatively low fees. CAT is sufficient for IIMs. But if you want to go for ISB, a work experience of 4+ years and a GMAT are a must. ...Read more

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Ques. What is the IIM selection process in detail? What is the advantage of having job experience or being a fresher in the IIM selection process?

● Top Answer By Surbhi Mishra on 08 Jul 22

IIMs shortlists students for admission based on their CAT score. The second step of selection is GD-PI. For final selection, students are usually shortlisted based on their past academic performance, entrance examination score, and performance in GD-PI. IIMs also consider other factors such as work experience, gender diversity, academic diversity, etc. while shortlisting students. Weights given to these factors are different for different IIMs.  Having relevant work experience can certainly help you get a shortlist. ...Read more

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Ques. What kind of profile is required to clear the CAT interview for IIM Ahmedabad?

● Top Answer By Ahana Mishra on 29 Nov 22

Everyone knows that IIM A values diversity over grades. There have been students who were not even waitlisted at IIM K but were at IIM A due to their extremely unique profiles. If you want to build a profile for IIM A, strive for originality. Do something that no one else is doing, such as starting a blog, having a strong digital presence on Instagram, writing on Quora, and so on. Consider what students with a 99 percentile typically do, such as being brilliant in academics and receiving a call from IIM Ahmedabad. Choose a domain in which these students are unlikely to excel and excel in that domain. Furthermore, activities such as writing a blog or hosting a YouTube channel will undoubtedly help you, in the long run, to secure summer and final placements during your MBA. As a result, you will gain valuable insights and hands-on experience with various social media tools such as SEO, SEM, Analytics, and so on....Read more

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