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CAT or Common Admission Test is a national level entrance test which is conducted once in a year by IIMs on a rotational basis. In India there are 20 IIMs and all of them accept CAT scores for the purpose of providing admission to candidates in MBA / PGP programs. CAT is considered to be one of the most difficult MBA entrance exams. More than 1000 B-Schools other than IIMs accept the scores of candidates. This is the reason why CAT witnesses registration of over 2 lakhs every year. CAT for the year 2020 will be conducted by IIM Indore tentatively on November 22. The registration process is to begin from the first week of August as per the CAT 2020 Latest News and Updates.

CAT Eligibility Criteria

Details pertaining to educational qualification requirements, age limit, nationality and other such things is mentioned under the eligibility criteria of CAT. Given below eligibility criteria can be checked for reference-

There is no specific age limit requirement to appear for CAT. The above limit is not set by IIMs
Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any specialization from recognized institute
Final year candidates can also appear for CAT i.e. IIM entrance exam

CAT Registration

IIM Indore will begin the registration process of CAT in online mode on the official website of CAT. Candidates are required to check the final eligibility criteria before filling the application form of CAT. The forms will be available tentatively from the first week of August as per the CAT important dates.

CAT Exam Pattern

Candidates who will appear in CAT exam 2020 are required to check the paper pattern. A total of three sections are asked which are to be solved within a time duration of 3 hours. For the purpose of preparation, syllabus of CAT can also be referred to by candidates.

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CAT Preparation

The Common Admission Test (CAT) is an online mode computer based test that allows aspiring students to get enrolled in the most premier management schools across the country. The exam consists of three sections, commonly known as- Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) And Quantitative Ability (QA). The time duration provided to attempt the CAT paper is 3 hours in total (one hour for each section). Being a national level entrance test and highly competitive, CAT needs an excellent preparation to ace it. Here are some CAT preparation books given below for the beginners, who are going to appear for CAT 2020 for the first time.

Students who decide or want to see themselves in an excellent B-School must start CAT preparation from the moment they decide to attempt for CAT. A consistent effort and a well planned CAT preparation is required for highly competitive exams like CAT. Especially, considering the verbal part, one can have a good command on this section when they are putting efforts consistently because such sections could not be aced even if you work really hard in the last 1 or 2 months before the exam.

Recommended Books for CAT 2020

Book Name	Author
How to prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT	Arun Sharma
Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT	Nishit K. Sinha
How to prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT	Arun Sharma
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for CAT	Nishit K. Sinha
Work Power Made Easy	Norman Lewis
Mastering the Verbal Ability for CAT	Ajay Singh
How to prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT	Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay

IBSAT 2020 Registration — Process, Documents Required

ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, the conducting body of IBSAT 2020 will start the application process tentatively in the third week of July 2020. The eligibility criteria for appearing in IBSAT 2020 is that candidates must have at least 50% and above in graduation and post-graduation. Candidates who do not meet the eligibility criteria of English medium in graduation and post-graduation have to submit the TOEFL/IELTS/NELT score. While filling out the application form, the candidates have to keep all the necessary documents and items ready. Here, we will discuss how to apply for IBSAT.

Step 1 – Visit the official website of IBSAT 2020

Step 2 – Register for IBSAT 2020 by entering details like the name of the candidate, date of birth, gender, address, exam city, identity details

Step 3 – Preview the basic information wherever necessary

Step 4 – Pay the application fee in online mode via debit card, netbanking or credit card

Step 5 – Download and take a print out of the application form after the final submission for future reference

Note: Candidates can fill the IBSAT 2020 application form by using these web browsers:

Mozilla 3.0 and above
Internet Explorer 8 and above
Google Chrome 3.0

SNAP Registration 2020 Process, Documents Required

Symbiosis International (Deemed) University will begin the SNAP registration 2020 tentatively in August 2020. Students will be able to fill the application form of SNAP 2020 in online mode. Candidates willing to appear for SNAP 2020 must fill the application form before the prescribed deadline. Also, students must adhere by the eligibility criteria prescribed by the authorities. Any candidate failing to meet the eligibility requirements their candidature will stand canceled. The SNAP registration fee 2020 is expected to be Rs. 1750 for all categories. SNAP is a national level entrance exam conducted for admission to MBA program of Symbiosis University.

Prerequisites for SNAP registration 2020

Students must keep the following information/documents ready before filling the application form:

Active mobile number
ID proof (any):
- Driving license
- Pan card
- Voter ID card
- Adhaar card
Email ID
Scanned documents- Photograph, signature, educational certificates

Suitable web browser for SNAP registration 2020

Mozilla 3.0 and above
Internet Explorer 8 and above
Google Chrome 3.0

Check the steps below to know how to fill SNAP registration form 2020:

Step 1 – Visit the official website of SNAP 2020

Step 2 – Register for SNAP 2020 and click “I agree”

Step 3 – Fill the application form and upload required documents

Step 4 – Pay the requisite application fee

Step 5 – Take a print out of the SNAP 2020 registration form after the final submission

CAT 2020 Preparations in 6 Months

Preparing for CAT is not very easy but at the same time, it is not impossible. With a stategised method of preparation, anyone can clear CAT within 6 months or less. To get started with the preparation tips for CAT 2020, it is necessary to know about the sections of CAT. There are a total of three sections in CAT, which are known as Quantitative Ability (QA), Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), and Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DI & LR). Each section has its own level of difficulty. To know how to prepare for CAT 2020 in 6 months, continue reading.

CAT Preparations in 6 Months

To get all caught up with the preparations, the utmost responsibility of the candidates is that they should be ready with all the necessary study materials, books, sample papers and mock tests. These will not only help you in practising but are also a great source to get more knowledge and new tricks to ease out the preparation.

Quite a few times, it happens with the candidates that they know about CAT preparation in vague, but it is best for them to forget all that and practise from the scratch so no hubbub is created.

There are a lot of best books for CAT 2020 in the market or online that will help the candidates in prepping up. Some Word Power made easy by Norman Lewis, How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT by Arun Sharma.

CAT 2020 Registration Process

IIM Indore will start the registration process for CAT 2020 tentatively from the first week of August 2020 in online mode. CAT 2020 registration last date will be the third week of September 2020. Right after closing of CAT registration, authorities will provide the CAT correction window facility. At the time of CAT registration one will have to provide their personal details as well as academic details. While filling the application form of CAT 2020 one will have to pay the category wise application fee. After filling CAT 2020 registration form, one will have to start their preparation as per the CAT exam pattern. One should check the entire syllabus of CAT 2020 while preparing for the national level entrance test. IIM Indore will conduct CAT 2020 on November 22. Check the step by step process for CAT 2020 registration.

Steps to fill the CAT 2020 Registration form

Candidates can refer to the following steps while registering for CAT 2020.

Step 1- Visit the official website of CAT 2020

Step 2- Fill all the required details and generate Login ID and Password

Step 3- Now Re-login and fill the CAT application form

Step 4- Upload the requisite documents in prescribed format

Step 5- Pay the registration fee

Step 6- Now click on “Submit Tab”

Step 7- Download and take a printout of the application form for future reference

What after CAT 2020 Registration

After completion of CAT 2020 registration, one will have to wait till the opening of CAT 2020 admit card window. The CAT admit card will be available in online mode. Candidates can download it by using their login credentials.

KMAT Registration 2020

Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association also known as KPPGCA started the process of KMAT registration 2020 on June 9. Candidates who wish to take admission in Masters of Business Administration (MBA) in B-Schools of Karnataka state can do the registration of KMAT 2020 in online mode only. The last date to do KMAT registration 2020 is August 2. KMAT 2020 is scheduled to be conducted on August 23. This year, the registration fees of KMAT 2020 has been decreased and candidates have to pay Rs. 800 (including GST). As of now, KMAT 2020 is scheduled to be held in paper-pencil based mode. The same can be changed keeping in view the COVID 19 pandemic situation in the country.

KMAT Eligibility Criteria 2020

Before filling the application form of KMAT 2020, candidates are strictly advised to go through the eligibility criteria of KMAT 2020.

Steps to Complete KMAT Registration 2020

As per the exam dates of KMAT 2020, candidates are advised to carefully fill the form before August 2. Given below steps can be followed to complete registration of KMAT 2020:

Step 1: Registration – Visit the official website and enter the personal details. Login credentials will be generated.

Step 2: KMAT Registration 2020 – Enter login credentials and fill the application form. Details like academic record and personal information, exam city preference, educational details are to be provided under this.

Step 3: Document Uploading – After filling the details, upload photograph and signature as per specification.

Step 4: Make Payment – Once details are entered, re-check all information and proceed for payment.

KMAT Admit Card 2020 will be available from August 20 and candidates will have to use their login credentials to download the same from the official website.

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Important Guidelines For NIFT 2020 Counselling

NIFT entrance exam is a national level exam conducted by National Institute of Fashion Technology to offer admission to the design aspirants in B.Des and M.Des.It is a three-tier entrance test which consists of Creative Ability Test (CAT), General Ability Test (GAT) and Situation Test. However, due to the COVID 19 pandemic, the institute cancelled the situation test for B.Des and B.FTech. It may be recalled that the examination cell announced the final result of NIFT B.Des and B.FTech on June 25 in an online mode based on the marks obtained by the candidates in the written test. The qualify candidates will now have to participate in the NIFT 2020 counselling which will soon be conducted. The institute to yet to issue the counselling date for NIFT 2020. Candidates will have to participate in NIFT counselling 2020 on the basis of the rank they secure and the category under which they would apply for admission. Students need to follow the guidelines for NIFT counselling.

Important Guidelines For NIFT 2020 Counselling

Shortlisted candidates will have to register NIFT counselling by entering the required credentials such as application number, date of birth and password. Students will not need to pay the registration fee for the first round of counselling.
During the registration, candidates will have to select the NIFT campuses where they will be participating in the counselling of NIFT.
After the successful registration, candidates will receive a system-generated letter on their registered email address and mobile number.
Candidates will have to visit the NIFT campuses at the allotted time with all the requisite documents for verification and seat allotment.
Candidates will have to pay the full fee at the NIFT campus after allotting the seat. An allotment letter/receipt duly signed by the nodal officer will be issued to the candidates which are important to collect.

Information Regarding NIFT Counselling Second Round

Candidates will not be considered for admission for subsequent rounds if they once took the admission and withdrawn.
It is not eligible for the PWD candidates to participate in the second round of NIFT counselling.
Also, it is not eligible for the differently-abled candidates who allotted NRI seats in round 1 to participate in next round.
For the second round registration, candidates have to pay an amount of Rs 5000 as registration fee.

CAT Preparation in 2 Months

Still confused about how to prepare for CAT in 2 months? It’s never too late to begin your preparation for CAT 2020. However, it will require more effort and focus to crack CAT 2020 and if you are a repeater it will help you bell the CAT exam more easily. To begin with CAT exam preparation, students must begin with clearing their basics. Clearing the basics will help one to solve the questions more accurately. Divide your schedule for CAT preparation into week wise. Give the CAT 2020 mock test to assess your performance level and to know how much effort is required to obtain an ideal percentile. Increase the number of mock tests each week to become familiar with the type of questions and preparation level for each section. By 6 months left for the examinations you must be able to solve the questions with 80% accuracy. CAT 2020 is scheduled to be held on November 22 tentatively. CAT exam will be conducted by IIM Indore.

Some important tips while preparing for CAT 2020 in two months:

Have a mentor- Mentors help you in providing insights for CAt exam and measures to appear for CAt 2020. Taking tips from mentors helps in eliminating isolation and makes you feel everyone fought the same battle and have won.

Form daily habits- Other than CAT 2020 preparation you must utilize your time wisely by playing mind games such as world games and scrabble to build vocabulary.

Avoid using calculators- As the CAT 2020 exam will have the option to use on-screen calculators, students must avoid using calculators and focus on tricks and shortcuts to solve questions.

CAT Preparation in One Month

There are thousands of candidates who are searching of How to crack CAT 2020 in one month of preparation. So, this writeup belongs to them. First of all, It is definitely possible to prepare for the Common Admission Test in one month to grab a decent CAT score. But, It requires a solid commitment as well as at least 20 to 24 hours of study per week. Here we provide a few point week wise which one need consider and do follow them at the time of preparation.

CAT Exam Pattern 2020

S.No	Section Name	Total Number of Questions	Total Number of TITA Questions	Total Number of MCQs
1	Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension	34	7	27
2	Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning	32	8	24
3	Quantitative Ability	34	11	23
4	Total	100	26	74

CAT First Week Preparation (Top Priorities)

Familiarize yourself with the CAT
Take a diagnostic exam
Identify your strength and weakness

CAT Second Week Strategy

Get well versed with the CAT syllabus and sections
Practice drills
Take two CAT 2020 mock test every day

CAT Third Week Priorities

Work on your weaknesses during third week of CAT Preparation
Make short notes
Take a practice exam at the end of the week (previous year CAT question paper)

CAT Last Week Preparation

Reaffirm strength
Take final practice test
Revise CAT formulas and

CAT Exam Day Tips

While attempting questions on the day of the exam, do try to manage time. Do not spend too much time on a single question. Try to maintain speed and accuracy rate. Do not play a guessing game as there is negative marking applicable in CAT 2020. Read also How to score CAT 99 Percentile.