IIM CAT 2021: 7 errors you must not make during registration

August 4, 2021

IIM CAT 2021: 7 errors you must not make during registration

IIM CAT 2021: 7 errors you must not make during registration, 1. Upload images as prescribed: Incorrectly uploaded images are one of the biggest reasons due to which CAT application form might be rejected. In the form, candidates have to upload a photograph and signature. Both of these are to be uploaded as scanned images. The photo has to be 2. Cross-check every detail before final submission: IIM usually provides a form correction window. However, to be on the safe side, before hitting the submit button candidates must thoroughly cross-check all the details, including spelling of the name, e-mail id, number, etc.

uploaded as a passport size, with the dimension of 30mm X 45mm. The dimension of the signature should be 80mm X 35mm. Both of these are to be uploaded in .jpg or .jpeg and the file size should not be more than 80KB.

Candidates who belong to the EWS / NC-OBC / SC / ST / PwD category also need to upload a certificate. The certificates are available on the official website of CAT 2021. Candidates need to self-attest and scan it as a PDF document.

3. Selecting test city wisely: In the application form of CAT 2021, candidates get the option to select 6 test cities. Candidates can only select a test city once. Candidates should carefully select all 6 options. It is advised that candidates enter the city options in the order of preference.

4. Correctly calculate the percentage: In the application form of CAT, under the Academic Qualifications section, candidates have to give an aggregate percentage column. Here, candidates have to enter an aggregate percentage in the respective exam. The percentage is to be entered as nnn.nn. Though there are 3 nnn before the point, but the candidates need to enter the percentage as given below:

5. Selection of correct IIM programmes: In the application form, candidates also need to select IIM program. IIMs offers various courses like PGP, PGP-FABM, ePGP, PGP, PGP-ABM, PGP-SM, etc. However, not all the IIMs offer all the courses. Hence, make sure to select the correct courses, instead of randomly applying for IIMs.

6. Don’t pay the fee twice: At times, while applying, the fee is deducted from the bank but the receipt is not generated. When such happens, do not pay the fee twice. In this case, wait for a week. The amount should be credited back. However, if it is not credited, then contact the bank.

. Selection of correct IIM programmes: In the application form, candidates also need to select IIM program. IIMs offers various courses like PGP, PGP-FABM, ePGP, PGP, PGP-ABM, PGP-SM, etc. However, not all the IIMs offer all the courses. Hence, make sure to select the correct courses, instead of randomly applying for IIMs.