Preparing for the exam day not only means that the candidates must be 100 percent prepared to solve any kind of question. It also means that the candidate is aware of and follows all the rules and regulations at the exam center. These CAT exam day rules and regulations include
Candidates must make a note to carry admit cards. It is among the most important things to carry for the CAT exam. Without an admit card, the candidates will not be permitted to attend the examination.
Another important thing to carry for the CAT examination is a government-authorized photo identity card. The CAT conducting authority lists several ID cards that they accept.
Candidates can carry their personal belongings such as pens, pencils, and a scale for rough work. The rough worksheet will be provided from the examination hall. Students do not need to carry anything extra.
The candidates applying from the PWD category need to bring their valid medical certificate stating their physical disability.
In case the candidates need a scribe, IIMCAT will prescribe it. The examination center will check for all the necessary documents and verify them first. Only after that, the candidate will be allowed to enter the examination hall.
Candidates are requested not to carry any gadgets, food items, stationery except the ones needed. In case of any emergency, the candidates can carry the necessary only if approved by the MCI doctor. An authorization letter will be issued in such cases. Then, candidates need to carry them to the examination hall.
In exceptional cases where the candidates have changed their name or surname on the events such as marriage, divorce, or any other purpose, the candidates must carry the legal documents along with them when appearing in the CAT examination. In addition, a government-stamped name change document proof should be carried out.