Preparation tips for CAT 2012@ Clues for CAT takers as D-Day appears

With now just hours left for the CAT 2012 to begin, Soumitra Roy, managing director, Prometric India, the agency which conducts CAT in the computer-based pattern, has some words of advice for test takers.

Noida, India (prHWY.com) October 9, 2012 - With now just hours left for the CAT 2012 to begin, Soumitra Roy, managing director, Prometric India, the agency which conducts CAT in the computer-based pattern, has some words of advice for test takers.

Following is Mr. Roy's advice:

All candidates must familiarize themselves with the exam screen layout, navigation tools like "Next", "Previous", "Mark" etc, review screen and on-screen timer. This would also enable them to understand the concept of the timed sections and alleviate any apprehension they may have regarding the test format.

It is also advisable for candidates to check their test centre location, travel time and traffic conditions a couple of days before and plan their travel accordingly. A map with travel directions is available for all the test centers on the CAT website. Candidates should get all their documents in place a day or two before the test day to avoid any last-minute stress. These documents include the admit card for CAT 2012 and valid and original photo identification. SC/ST and DA candidates should also bring supporting documents with them. For a list of acceptable forms of photo identification, visit the CAT website.


What to expect at the test centre

Candidates are expected to arrive at test centers at least an hour-and-a-half before the exam begins. Only registered CAT 2012 candidates will be allowed inside the centre. Candidates must present their admit card and photo identification and carry those with them at all time. Candidates will not be allowed to take the test if either of these is not presented. Apart from admit card, photo identification, SC/ST and DA documents, nothing will be allowed inside the actual testing room. Candidates will be required to store small personal belongings in a plastic bag provided, away from the testing area. They should not bring bags, valuables and large items to the test centre as Prometric will not be able to store these.

As part of the biometric check-in process, a candidate's digital image as well as fingerprint will be captured. This will allow the IIMs to verify a candidate's identity during any follow-up interviews. Once the check-in process is completed, candidates will be escorted to their assigned seats.

Taking the CAT 2012

Prior to the commencement of the actual test, there will be a 15-minute tutorial that candidates are advised to go through. All candidates will be provided with scratch paper, pencils and an eraser for use during the test. After reading and accepting the non-disclosure agreement, the test will begin. All candidates will first be presented with the section on quantitative ability (QA) & data interpretation (DI). A countdown timer set at 1 hour 10 minutes (i.e. 70 minutes) will appear on the top-right corner of every screen. Candidates can navigate within this section using the "Next", 'Previous" and "Review" buttons. Since the two sections are separately timed, test takers can focus all their energies on one section at a time. Once the time ends for the first section, candidates will no longer be able to go back to it. The second section on VA and LR will then begin with a fresh timer counting down once again from 1 hour 10 minutes.

Security is taken very seriously at Prometric. The security measures we have in place for CAT not only protect IIMs' intellectual property, but also the test experience of genuine, legitimate candidates. All testing areas will be audio and video recorded and any suspicious or disruptive behavior could lead to a candidate's test being invalidated by IIMs. For any issues during the test, candidates may raise their hand to notify a test centre administrator. A technician will also be on stand-by at every location. Candidates are reminded that they are bound by the non-disclosure agreement and should not be discussing the questions post the examination.


Checklist at a glance

* Carry the right documents - latest admit card, original and valid identification, SC/ST and DA support documents
* Plan sufficient travel time, check map/directions on the CAT website
* Arrive at least one-and-a-half (1.5) hours before scheduled test time
* Make use of the practice test to get a feel of the functionality and navigation of the actual test
* Check emails regularly for any updates from Prometric

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