The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a national level management aptitude test for aspirants to make a career in management and business administration. This computer-based exam assesses the aptitude of graduates who intend to pursue management education. The exam can be taken in English and the minimum eligibility requirement is a bachelor’s degree with at least 50%. CAT exams are usually held once a year, usually in November and December (forenoon and afternoon).

CAT is conducted primarily by the IIMs to evaluate and shortlist candidates for postgraduate programmes. IIMs provide high-quality research and management education. As a result, the CAT exam has many benefits. A key advantage of taking the CAT exam is the opportunity to study at the best management colleges in India. Candidates who pass the CAT exam will be considered valuable and knowledgeable. Graduating from a tier-1 college entitles one to high salaries and unparalleled respect. Last but not least, CAT assists in developing one’s most valuable asset, time.

Candidates applying for CAT should fulfill any one of the following conditions:

1. Completed Bachelor’s degree with the required percentage of marks*.
2. Should be in the final year of Bachelor’s degree with required percentage*.
3. Completed professional degree (CA/CS/ICWA) with required percentage*.

*SC/ST/PwD candidates should have a minimum 45%. For General, EWS and NC-OBC candidates, the minimum is 50%.

To prepare for CAT thoroughly, one needs to work their way up with a planned approach. Before starting CAT preparation it is important to be aware of the syllabus. You will gain greater accuracy in less time if you have good conceptual clarity. Regular reading is essential to understanding the verbal ability section. As soon as you have mastered the basics, you can start solving topic-by-topic and chapter-by-chapter questions. Analyze the mock exams so you have a clear idea where you stand and how to prepare for the real exam.

1. Structured Mentorship : A CAT Mentor is assigned as your Personal coach to guide you throughout your preparation journey. Regular One-on-one & group mentoring sessions to address all your CAT, B-School & career-related queries.
2. Video-first Approach : The best way to learn is to have the mentors personally explain each concept to you. The second best way is to watch videos by Master mentors for ALL concepts & practice Questions.
3. AI-Powered Adaptive Practice : Now IMS’s AI will assist in achieving your target score! The AI analyzes your strengths & weaknesses & accordingly generates unique questions customized to your learning needs.

We believe that the 3 unique features – Structured Mentorship, Video-first approach & AI-powered Adaptive Practice will give you ‘ the IMS Unfair Advantage’

The online access will be valid until 31st March following the Exam year enrolled for, i.e., for CAT 2023 Programs, the course will be valid until 31st March 2024.

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