The much-awaited results for the Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Common Admission Test (CAT) 2024 are just around the corner! After thousands of candidates sat for the exam on November 24, 2024, excitement and anticipation are building as they eagerly await the outcome. With the CAT exam being the key to securing admission into some of India’s top business schools, it’s no surprise that candidates are anxiously awaiting their scores.
Key Highlights of the IIM CAT 2024 Exam
The CAT 2024 was a computer-based test designed to assess a candidate’s aptitude in four key areas:
- Quantitative Ability (QA)
- Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)
- Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)
Exam Structure:
- Total Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
- Section Duration: 40 minutes per section
- Question Format: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and non-MCQs
- Total Marks: Each question carries 3 marks
- Negative Marking: -1 for each incorrect answer
Exam Shifts:
- Morning Shift: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Afternoon Shift: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
- Evening Shift: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Expected CAT 2024 Result Declaration
The CAT 2024 result is expected to be released in the second week of January 2025. Candidates will be able to check their scores online through the official IIM CAT website: iimcat.ac.in.
How to Check Your IIM CAT Result?
If you’re one of the thousands of eager test-takers, here’s a quick and easy guide on how to check your CAT result:
- Visit the Official CAT Website
- Go to the official website: www.iimcat.ac.in
- Log In with Your Credentials
- Click on the “CAT 2024 Result” link.
- Enter your User ID and Password to log in to your account.
- View Your Result
- Once logged in, your result will appear on the screen.
- You’ll see your sectional and overall scores along with your percentile.
- Download and Print
- Don’t forget to download your result and take a printout for future reference.
IIM CAT 2024: Expected Cut-Off Marks
The cut-off marks for the IIM CAT exam are a critical factor in determining whether you make it to the next stage of the selection process. These cut-offs vary each year depending on several factors like exam difficulty and the number of candidates appearing. Below are the expected cut-off ranges based on previous year trends:
| IIM | Expected Cut-Off Percentile |
|---|---|
| IIM Ahmedabad | 99.5 – 100 |
| IIM Bangalore | 99.3 – 99.8 |
| IIM Calcutta | 99.4 – 99.9 |
| IIM Lucknow | 99 – 99.5 |
| IIM Kozhikode | 98.5 – 99.5 |
| IIM Indore | 98 – 99 |
Note: These cut-offs are subject to change based on the exam’s difficulty and the candidates’ overall performance.
What to Do After Checking Your Result?
Once your result is out, it’s time to start preparing for the next steps in the admission process. If you’ve made it past the cut-offs, here’s what to do:
- Check Your Sectional and Overall Percentile: These will help you decide which institutes you may want to apply to.
- Stay Updated for Further Steps: Keep an eye out for announcements regarding the Interview and Group Discussion (GD) rounds for the institutes you’re applying to.
- Prepare for the Next Round: Whether it’s a Personal Interview (PI) or WAT (Written Ability Test), it’s time to get ready to shine!
Good luck to all the candidates awaiting their results! Remember, your hard work is the foundation of your future success.
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