CAT Application Form Correction 2024, Dates, Fees, Errors

IIM Calcutta will open CAT application form correction window post CAT registration completion, the last date of which has been extended till September 20th, 2024. The tentative date for the CAT Form Correction Window is expected to be 23rd September and the window will open for 3 days during which candidates can edit their CAT form details. Read below to learn how to correct the CAT application form, CAT form correction guidelines, fees, etc.

CAT Application Form Correction 2024

While it is required that candidates fill out the CAT form with the utmost care, sometimes they may need to make necessary changes after the form submission and payment completion. IIM Calcutta will allow correcting errors in CAT form once the registration process winds up. Here the important information regarding the CAT application form correction process:

CAT Application Form Correction Dates

The tentative date for the commencement of CAT Correction Facility is September 23rd 2024. The window will be opened for 3 days during which the candidates will need to make the required changes as per the IIM guidelines. Here are the important CAT exam dates:

Correctable Details in CAT Form

Candidates can only make correction to Photo, Signature and Test City Preferences details during the CAT correction window, so it is crucial for candidates to make sure that the information filled under Personal Details, Academic and Work Experience tabs are correct as changes cannot be made to them one the form is submitted.

After the closure of the registration window, a very short edit window will be made available to the registered
applicants. Candidates will be able to edit ONLY the following fields in the application form (if required):
(i) Photograph
(ii) Signature
(iii)Test City Preferences
This option will be valid only for those candidates who have paid the applicable registration fee and have
registered successfully for CAT 2024 within the specified deadline.

What cannot be corrected?

Candidates will not be able to modify the information of following tabs in their CAT form:

• Applicant Details like Name, DOB, Email ID, Mobile Number etc.
• Other Personal Details like Guardian's name, Gender, Category, Correspondence Address etc.
• Academic and Work Experience Details

Further, if the candidate is facing any issue regarding registration, it is better they reach out to CAT helpline at cathelpdesk@iimcat.ac.in.

CAT Application Form Correction Fee

IIM CAT does not charge any fee for making corrections to the CAT form editable fields. The candidates only have to make sure that they do not miss out on the correction window dates.

How to Access the CAT Form Correction Portal?

To access the CAT form correction window for 2024, candidates will simply need to log back into their CAT 2024 profile where they originally submitted their form and make changes on the portal. Only candidates who have successfully submitted the CAT form before the last date can make changes in their CAT 2024 form.

Steps to Correct CAT Application Form Errors

Refer to the following step by step process to make changes to your CAT application form:

• Go to the official CAT website at iimcat.ac.in
• Click on "Registered Candidate Login".
• Enter your User ID and password sent to your email id and log into your profile.
• Once logged in, candidates can now make corrections to their photograph, signature and test city preferences tab as per the guidelines provided by the IIMCAT body.
• Click on "SAVE" to save the form again.

Conclusion

The CAT 2024 form correction window is an important chance for applicants to fix any mistakes related to their signature, photo, and test city selection. It is important that you carefully read the application before submitting it, as changes to personal, academic, or work experience details cannot be made after the form has been submitted. Additionally, candidates should make sure they make the most of the three-day window by staying updated on the dates for form corrections. As there is no extra charge for revisions, candidates can focus on making the required changes without worrying about money. 

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