CAT Answer Key 2024 Relaese Soon: Step-by-Step Guide to Download PDF for All Slots

The CAT answer key for 2024 will be released in the first week of December. The answer key will be released in PDF format and can be downloaded from the official website, iimcat.ac.in.  To download the answer key, you will need to use your CAT ID and password.  The answer key will be released for all three slots, and you can download the slot-wise answer key PDF directly from the website. 

CAT exam Conducted every year by different IIMs on a rotating basis, CAT assesses candidates’ skills in quantitative ability, verbal ability, reading comprehension, and logical reasoning. After the exam, the release of the CAT answer key allows candidates to assess their performance, estimate their scores, and get a clearer picture of their chances for admission. For the CAT 2024, here’s everything you need to know about downloading the answer key for all three slots.

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How to Download the CAT Answer Key 2024 (PDF) ?

Candidates can follow these steps to download the CAT answer key for their respective slot:

Step-1: Visit the Official Website: Go to the official CAT website, www.iimcat.ac.in.

Step-2: Login to Your Account: Enter your user ID and password (generated during the CAT application process) to log in.

Step-3: Locate the Answer Key Link: Once logged in, look for the link to the CAT 2024 Answer Key. The link is typically displayed on the dashboard or under the “Candidate’s Activity” section.

Step-4: Select Your Slot: Choose the slot you appeared for (morning, afternoon, or evening) to view the specific answer key.

Step-5: Download the PDF: After selecting the slot, download the answer key PDF for future reference.

Raising Objections to the CAT 2024 Answer Key

If a candidate disagrees with any answer provided in the official answer key, they have the option to raise objections. Here’s how:

• Check the Objection Window – CAT provides a specific window to raise objections, usually for a limited period after the answer key is released.
• Log in and Access the Objection Form– Log into your account on the CAT website, and click on the “Objection Form” link.
• Provide Details -Select the question ID and provide the reason why you believe the answer provided is incorrect. Make sure to back up your claim with valid reasoning.
• Pay the Fee-A nominal fee is charged for each objection raised. This fee is refundable if the objection is found valid and accepted by the CAT authorities.

Understanding the CAT Answer Key PDF

Once downloaded, the CAT answer key PDF for each slot includes the following details:

• Section-Wise Answers– The answers are arranged section-wise, covering Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Ability (QA).
• Question ID and Answer Key– Each question has a unique ID along with its correct answer. This helps you match your responses with the correct ones.
• Objection Tracker– Alongside the answer key, there’s also an option to raise objections if you believe any of the answers provided are incorrect.

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