CAT Exam Day Guidelines 2023: Documents to Carry, Banned Items

The CAT Exam Day Guidelines include carrying CAT admit card, valid ID proof, and reaching the CAT exam centre at least 30 minutes prior to the exam. Following the exam guidelines will help candidates navigate the challenges with confidence.

The Common Admission Test (CAT) is not just a test of knowledge; it's a challenge that demands strategy and composure. As D-day approaches, understanding and adhering to exam day guidelines is crucial for success.

CAT Exam Day Guidelines 2023

Checking the CAT exam day guidelines and adhering to them is very important for candidates to have a hassle-free exam day. Prior knowledge of the CAT exam day guidelines is vital to those appearing for the CAT examination. 

Do’s of CAT Exam Day Guidelines 2023

The conducting authority expects the candidates to follow specific guidelines. The do’s of the CAT exam day guidelines are as follows. 

1. Download the CAT admit card 2023 from the official website. Print the admit card on an A4 size paper and affix the photograph as required. 
2. Candidates must bring the admit card printout to the examination. 
3. Carry a valid ID proof. 
4. Make prior travel arrangements and reach the examination centre on time, at least 30 minutes before the exam.
5. Submit the materials provided (pen, writing pad) and the admit card after the exam.
6. Use only the mouse and on-screen keyboard.
7. Carry valid documents in case of the name change, medical certificate and scribe affidavit.

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Don’ts of CAT Exam Day Guidelines 2023

The following pointers explain what the candidates are expected to refrain from doing in the CAT 2023 examination. 

1. Candidates must not register for more than one slot of the exam. Multiple registrations will cancel the candidature. 
2. Do not carry the listed prohibited items. 
3. Do not engage in any kind of malpractice. 
4. Do not use the keyboard during the exam to avoid locking your computer. 
5. Bio-breaks, apart from medical emergencies, will not be permitted. Hence, do not ask for any. 
6. Slot or exam centre changes will not be entertained. 
7. Extra writing pad pages will not be given, so refrain from wasting the pages.

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CAT Exam 2023 Dress Code 

Adhering to the dress code of any exam is vital for the candidates. Following the dress code of CAT exam day guidelines will ensure that the candidates don't go through the unnecessary hassle and waste their time during the important examination day. The CAT exam dress code instructions are as follows. 

1. Candidates must refrain from wearing any ornaments, accessories and jewellery to the exam hall.
2. Clothes with many pockets, full sleeves and multiple layers should be avoided.
3. Simple clothes without any extra layering should be worn.
4. Candidates who wear any special clothing with respect to their religious sentiments or other purposes are advised to report in advance to the CAT exam centre for screening.
5. It is advisable to wear open footwear while shoes, thick-soled and closed footwear are to be avoided.
6. Clothing with metallic accessories like belts and buckles can be abstained from.

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Prohibited Items on CAT Exam Day 2023

The items that are strictly not allowed inside the examination hall are listed below. Disciplinary measures will be taken if the candidates are to be found in possession of any of these.

1. Electronic gadgets - mobiles, pen drives, earphones, health bands and others.
2. Stationery items - calculators, log tables, geometry boxes. (Pens and writing pads will be given at the examination centre)
3. Digital or analogue watches. 
4. Food items, plaque and designed water bottles.
5. Personal belongings - bags, wallets.

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Documents to be Carried to CAT Exam 2023

The CAT admit card 2023 link has been activated on Nov 7, 2023. Students must download and carry a copy of the same is taken to the examination. The candidates will not be allowed to appear for the examination without the admit card printout. Another ID proof should be taken to the examination along with the admit card. The candidates can take any one of the following ID proofs. 

• PAN card
• Driving Licence
• Voter ID
• Passport
• Aadhaar Card
• Bank Passbook with Photograph
• College/University ID
• E-Aadhaar with photograph
• Ration Card with a photograph

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