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CAT 2022 Form Correction: IIM Bangalore has opened CAT Form Correction 2022 window on Sep 23, 2022 (10:00 AM). Candidates can make corrections in CAT Application Form online on the official website- iimcat.ac.in. The form correction window for CAT 2022 will be open for only 3 days till Sep 26, 2022. No extra fee will be charged by IIM for CAT form correction. 

During CAT 2022 form correction window, candidates will be able to edit or rectify uploaded images and also change CAT 2022 Exam Center preferences. Other than that, modifications will not be allowed in personal details (excluding name, DOB, email id, and mobile number), address details, and academic details. Read CAT Photo Size & Signature Upload Guidelines

No other changes are permitted using the form correction facility for CAT. For making changes in other details, applicants need to contact CAT helpdesk- cathelpdesk@iimcat.ac.in. CAT 2022 exam will be conducted on November 27, 2022. CAT Admit Card 2022 will be released on October 27, 2022 for all the successfully registered candidates. Read the complete article to check detailed information regarding the CAT Form Correction. 

CAT Form Correction Dates

CAT 2022 Form Correction: Important Dates

Check the below table for important dates of CAT 2022 Form Correction.

Event Dates
CAT Registration Begins August 3, 2022
CAT Registration Last Date

September 14, 2022

September 21, 2022

CAT Correction window Start Date September 23, 2022
CAT Correction window Last Date September 26, 2022
Availability of admit card October 27, 2022
CAT 2022 Exam date November 27, 2022

Check CAT Important Dates 2022

CAT 2022 Official Notice for Form Correction

CAT 2022 form correction notice is released by IIM on the official website. The official notification for CAT form correction provides the exact details of the dates, particulars that can be modified, and other important points, if any.

CAT 2022 Application Form Correction: What details can be edited?

During CAT form correction window 2022, you will be given the opportunity to edit or modify only a few details in CAT Application form. Given below is the list of details that you can edit during the form correction facility provided by IIM Bangalore:

Details that can be edited Remarks
Photograph You can re-upload the scanned copy of your passport-size photograph if the one uploaded before is not correct.
Signature Similarly, the signature can be re-uploaded as per the guidelines specified by IIM.
Test City Preference You can change the test city preference during CAT application form correction window

Particulars that cannot be Modified:

  • Candidate’s Full Name
  • Date of Birth
  • Mobile Number
  • Email ID
  • State

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How to Edit CAT Form?

How to Make Correction in CAT 2022 Application Form?

Candidates can follow these steps mentioned below to utilize the facility of CAT Form Correction. 

  • Step 1: Go to the official website of CAT 2022 (iimcat.ac.in)
  • Step 2: Enter the login credentials i.e. User ID and password
  • Step 3: Now, you can see your CAT Application Form. 
  • Step 4: You can edit and re-upload your images and make the other changes.
  • Step 5: Candidates can also take the printout of their updated application form.

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Re-upload Documents in CAT 2022 Form Correction

The process for re-uploading documents during CAT Form Correction are as follows:

  • Visit the official website i.e. iimcat.ac.in
  • Navigate through the editable sections in the application form and check the details you have entered.
  • Re-upload the new images of photo and signature.
  • Click on “Save and Continue” or “Save” and Exit.

Dimensions of CAT Images 

Document Photograph Signature
Dimension 30 mm (width) x 45 mm (height) 80 mm (width) x 35 mm (height)
Size Less than 80 KB
Format .jpeg/ .jpg
Image Resolution 150 px/ inch

Instructions for Scanning CAT Photograph & Signature

Candidates should note down certain technical directions mentioned below for scanning their photographs and signature properly.

  • Set the scanner resolution to a minimum of 200 dpi (dots per inch).
  • Set Color to True Color.
  • File Size should be as specified in the instructions.
  • Crop the image in the scanner to the edge of the photograph/signature, then use the upload editor to crop the image to the final size (as specified).
  • The image file should be in JPG or JPEG format. An example file name is: image01.jpg or image01.jpeg Image dimensions can be checked by listing the folder files or moving the mouse over the file image icon. Candidates using MS Windows/MS Office can easily obtain photo and signature in .jpeg format not exceeding 80 KB respectively by using MS Paint or MS Office Picture Manager. Scanned photograph and signature in any format can be saved in .jpg format by using 'Save As' option in the File menu and size can be reduced below 80 KB (signature) by using crop and then resize option [Please see points mentioned above for the pixel size] in the 'Image' menu. Similar options are available in other photo editors also.
  • If the file size and format are not as prescribed, an error message will be displayed. 

Do’s and Don’ts for CAT 2022 Form Correction - Photo and Signature

There are a few things that a candidate must keep in mind while appearing for CAT 2022:

  • During the examination, applicants should sign in the presence of invigilator, across the photograph.
  • Students must bring additional copies of the submitted passport size photographs, clearly depicting the image with proper colors.
  • The photograph should not have a cap/hat or sunglasses.
  • Spectacles are allowed only if being regularly used.
  • Polaroid photos are not acceptable.
  • Your uploaded signature must be in the running handwriting.
  • Writing full name in capital letters in the given box will NOT be accepted as the signature. Doing so can also lead to the cancellation of the application form. 

What After CAT Application Form Correction Window 2022?

After the closure of CAT 2022 Application Form Correction window, IIM will release CAT Admit Card on Oct 27, 2022. Only those candidates who have correctly filled in their CAT 2022 application form will be able to download CAT Admit Card 2022 at iimcat.ac.in. The admit card will contain the details of your allotted CAT test center and google map link. Candidates must make sure to utilize CAT form correction facility (if needed) as no changes are entertained after the release of the hall ticket.

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Frequently Asked Questions

CAT 2022 Form Correction FAQs

Ques: I want to change my email ID so can I do that during the time of CAT Form Correction?

Ans: During the time of CAT Form Correction, no candidate will be allowed to change the Email Id. However, while filling application form, if you make some mistake in email id, name, DOB, etc., then you can create a new login id but if you have paid the fees and completed the online application process, that fee will not be refunded. 

Ques: I have filled in the wrong academic details in the CAT Application Form. Can I edit those details during the time of CAT Form Correction?

Ans: You cannot modify these details when CAT correction window opens: 

  • Personal Details
  • Address
  • Educational Information
  • Work Experience

Ques: What will be the charges to use the facility of CAT Form Correction 2022?

Ans: No extra fee has been announced by IIM for making corrections in CAT application form 2022. 

Ques: What are the details of CAT Form Correction Help Desk?

Ans: CAT candidates use the helpdesk facility during a specified time period only.

  • Toll-Free Number - 1800-2090-830
  • Email - cathelpdesk@iimcat.co.in

Ques. Can I change the exam center preferences during CAT Form Correction?

Ans. Yes, you can edit the exam center preferences during CAT form correction. Apart from this, you can also re-upload the images of photograph and signature.

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