The CAT Result 2024 has been declared by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta on December 20, 2024. Aspirants who appeared for the Common Admission Test (CAT) can now access their scorecards on the official website at iimcat.ac.in. This year, 14 candidates have achieved the prestigious 100 percentile, including 13 males and 1 female.
Here’s a comprehensive overview of the result, including how to check your score, details of the exam, and what’s next.
Overview of CAT Result 2024
| Exam Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Date | November 24, 2024 |
| Number of Test Centers | 389 across 170 cities |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Number of Sessions | Three: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM |
| Total 100 Percentilers | 14 candidates |
| Male 100 Percentilers | 13 candidates |
| Female 100 Percentilers | 1 candidate |
| Answer Key Release Dates | Provisional: December 3, 2024 Final: December 17, 2024 |
| Objection Window Closure | December 5, 2024 |
| Official Website | iimcat.ac.in |
How to Check CAT Result 2024
Follow these steps to access your CAT 2024 scorecard:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to iimcat.ac.in.
- Log In: Use your registered credentials (user ID and password).
- Access Scorecard: Click on the link to view your scorecard.
- Download and Print: Save a copy for future reference.
Exam Highlights
- The CAT 2024 exam assessed candidates in three sections:
- Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)
- Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)
- Quantitative Ability (QA)
- Each section had a time limit of 40 minutes.
- The response sheet was released on November 29, allowing candidates to check their recorded answers.
What’s Next?
Candidates who have cleared the CAT 2024 exam can expect the following:
- Shortlisting for Admission: Individual IIMs and other B-schools will announce their shortlist criteria based on CAT scores.
- Further Rounds: Shortlisted candidates will undergo WAT (Written Ability Test), PI (Personal Interview), and GD (Group Discussion) rounds.
- Final Selection: Admission offers will be made based on overall performance, including CAT scores, academic records, and performance in subsequent rounds.
FAQs
1. How many students scored a 100 percentile in CAT 2024?
A total of 14 candidates, including 13 males and 1 female, scored a 100 percentile.
2. Where can I check my CAT 2024 result?
You can check your result on the official website: iimcat.ac.in.
3. When was the CAT 2024 exam conducted?
The CAT 2024 exam was held on November 24, 2024, in three sessions.
4. What is the next step after the CAT result?
Candidates must wait for individual IIMs to release their shortlist for the next stages, which include WAT, GD, and PI.
5. How long will the CAT score remain valid?
CAT 2024 scores are valid for one year and can be used for admission to MBA programs starting in 2025.
6. What were the key dates for answer key and objection window?
The provisional answer key was released on December 3, 2024, and the objection window closed on December 5, 2024. The final answer key was issued on December 17, 2024.
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