CAT 2013: Checklist for Examination Day

The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2013 starts on October 16, 2013. For a smooth experience at the test centre, here are a few things that you should note down:

1. Candidates should reach their allocated test centre at least 1 hour 30 Minutes before your scheduled appointment. This will allow time for security checks, identity verification and checking in.

2. Candidates who have registered for Session 1 (morning session) should report at the test centre by 8:30 am. Testing will begin at 10 am.

3. Aspirants who have registered for Session 2 (afternoon session) should report at the test centre by 1:45 pm. Testing will begin at 3:15 pm.

4. Please ensure you carry your most updated Admit Card and check your date, time and test location carefully.

5. Bring the valid ID proof as prescribed.

Candidates must bring:

1. CAT 2013 Admit Card

2. One original, valid and identifiable photo identification

In addition, Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) candidates will also need to bring a valid document as proof of SC/ST eligibility.

Differently Abled (DA) candidates requiring support during the test must also bring along an authorisation from Prometric and photo identification of a scribe if applicable.

Acceptable forms of photo identification types are: Driver's license, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, College ID (this must be supported with a valid ATM/Debit/Credit Card with your name), Employee identification card, Unique Identification (UID card) or a notarised Affidavit (in English) with Photo, Signature, Date of Birth and Residential Address. Photocopies of the original are not acceptable. If in doubt, bring a notarised Affidavit.

Candidates will not be allowed to appear for the examination if valid photo identification or Admit Card is not presented. If your name has been changed due to events such as marriage, you must show the documents such as Marriage Certificate, Divorce Decree, Legal Name Change etc. and submit a photocopy at the time of the test, interview and at the time of joining a programme.

Candidates will not be allowed to take anything into the testing area, including but not limited to wrist-watch, pen, cellphones, calculators, etc. Do not bring bags, valuables or any large items to the test centre as Prometric will not be able to store these for you. Therefore this is recommended that no personal belongings should be brought to the test center. Small personal items will be required to be kept in a bag that will be stored away from the testing area.

Source: Official website of CAT 2013

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