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Mastering the CAT

Common Admission Test for admission to IIMs and top MBA colleges in India. Conducted by IIMs on rotation. Learn about exam structures, score milestones, validity timelines, and how study financing options align with your test preparation.

Exam Summary

Test Category: MBA Admissions (India)
Score Validity: 1 Year
Target Score: 90-99 percentile for top IIMs

Exam Sections & Format

The CAT test format evaluates candidates across several competencies:

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning Quantitative Aptitude

Why does test prep impact my loan?

Many NBFCs and banks offer **interest rate discounts (up to 0.5%)** or higher credit limits for students with high GRE/GMAT scores or firm admissions in top-ranked global universities. Doing well on your test directly lowers your education loan cost!

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