Do’s & Don’ts for Writing the CAT 2023 Exam: Apart from preparing for the CAT exam, aspirants must also make sure they follow all the guidelines and regulations put forth by the exam conducting authority in order to have a smooth examination experience. Being stress-free at the CAT examination center is a must because appearing for the CAT exam is already quite challenging and candidates must focus all their mental strength on the actual exam.
In order to have a smooth examination experience, candidates must be aware of all the Do’s and Don’ts that need to be followed when appearing for the CAT exam. Some of these tips relate to pre-exam formalities while others are related to the actual exam. Following these suggestions will not only help aspirants avoid any issues on the CAT exam day but also help them stay calm and composed before the exam.
The CAT 2023 exam has been conducted on November 26, 2023, by IIM Lucknow. Candidates appearing for the exam have registered for the same on the official website - iimcat.ac.in. before the stipulated deadline which was September 21, 2023. In this article, we have mentioned all the necessary information regarding the vital Do’s and Don’ts for writing the CAT exam, which includes exam day instructions, exam day workflow, and more! Find the CAT 2023 question paper, answer key and the CAT 2023 slot-wise analysis below:
CAT Question Paper 2023 | CAT Answer Key 2023 Unofficial |
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CAT Slot 1 Answer Key 2023 | CAT 2023 Slot 1 Question Paper Analysis |
CAT 2023 Slot 2 Question Paper Analysis | CAT 2023 Slot 3 Question Paper Analysis |
CAT 2023 Exam Day Instructions: Do's and Don’ts
Following the stipulated guidelines on the CAT exam day is crucial as it will help aspirants get through the exam day without any hassles. These rules and regulations are put in place to help every test-takers have a smooth examination experience. Thus, candidates must make sure they follow all the guidelines mentioned in the table below on the CAT 2023 exam day.
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CAT 2023 Exam Timings
One of the most important aspects of the CAT exam that aspirants must be aware of is the CAT exam timings. Since the CAT exam is conducted in three different sessions in a single day, aspirants must make sure they reach the examination center assigned to them at the correct time. Candidates who fail to arrive at the CAT exam center at the scheduled time for their exam will not be allowed to enter the examination hall and appear for the examination. That being said, the CAT exam session timings are mentioned in the table below:
Sl. No. | Shift | Timings | Reporting Timing |
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1 | Forenoon | 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM | 7:00 AM to 8:15 AM |
2 | Afternoon | 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM | 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM |
3 | Evening | 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM | 3:00 PM to 4:15 PM |
CAT 2023 Exam Day WorkFlow
Candidates must be aware of the CAT exam day workflow so that they do not feel confused and waste time after arriving at the examination center. One thing that candidates should make a note of is that they have to go through several pre-exam formalities before actually appearing for the CAT exam. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that these exam day formalities are completed in a timely manner so that there is no delay to reach the examination hall. The CAT 2023 exam day workflow has been explained in detail in the flowchart provided below:
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CAT 2023 Question Paper: Major Highlights
Understanding the structure of the CAT question paper is the most important aspect of appearing for the exam. Candidates who can correctly use their time without being confused while answering the question paper are the ones that stand the best chance of cracking the CAT exam. That being said, candidates must check out the major features of the CAT question paper mentioned in the table below:
Particulars | CAT 2023 Question Paper |
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Types of Questions | MCQ and Non-MCQ (TITA) |
Total Number of Questions | 66 |
Exam Duration | 2 hours (40 Minutes Per Section) |
Total Marks | 198 |
Examination Mode | Online |
Examination Language | English |
MCQ Choices | 4 |
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Other Features | Onscreen Calculator, Onscreen Timer |
Also Read: Common Mistakes to Avoid During CAT Preparation: Tips and Strategies
Important Points to Remember When Writing CAT 2023 Exam
Answering the CAT question paper can be difficult especially for first-time test takers due to the structure of the question paper. Aspirants must be aware of how to use all the options available on the CAT question paper to use their exam time efficiently and not make errors. Take a look at vital instructions to answer the CAT 2023 question paper
- The amount of time left for each section is indicated by the timer in the top right corner of the screen. The answers will automatically get locked and submitted once the 40 minutes are over.
- Candidates should select the correct answer bubble by clicking on the visible question number on the tray.
- Candidates should only click on the “Save and Next” button if they are sure that their answer to a particular question is correct.
- Candidates should click on the "Mark for Review and Next" button when they are unsure about their answer and wish to reconsider it later during the exam.
- Answers will not be saved if candidates don’t select any option.
- Candidates can view the status of attempted questions on the right side.
- Green: answered and not marked for review
- Red: neither answered nor marked for review
- Grey: questions not visited
- Violet: questions marked for review without answers
- Violet with a green tick: questions marked for review with answers
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