CAT 2017 Notification - Released

IIM Lucknow has released the CAT Notification. IIM Lucknow last conducted CAT in the year 2010.
For more details click here to view the detailed CAT 2017 Notification.

CAT 2017 Exam Pattern

  • The paper will consist of three sections - Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Ability.
  • The total test duration for the exam will be 180 mins.
  • Each section will have a time limit of 60 minutes and candidates cannot switch between sections.
  • Like the last two years, this year also there will be Non MCQ type questions.
  • Like last year this year the use of basic on-screen calculator is allowed.

Changes in CAT 2017

This year's notification has not seen any changes. It is similar to last years notification. Thereupon, candidates can expect a slightly higher level of difficulty in the paper. View Prof. Himanshu Rai's take on CAT'17. Prof. Himanshu Rai was the chairperson of CAT convening body when IIM Lucknow conducted CAT 2010.

CAT Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree in any disciple from any recognized university or equivalent qualification. The Minimum Qualification is: GEN - 50% | SC/ST/PWD - 45% Candidates appearing for final year examination of the bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification and candidates who have finished their degree prerequisites and are waiting for the results can also apply.

Candidates appearing for final year examination of the bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification and candidates who have finished their degree prerequisites and are waiting for the results can also apply.

CAT Registration

CAT Registration will commence from 9th of August. The last date of registration is 25th September. There is no provision of late registration.

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