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CAT Reservation 2024 is specified by IIM in the official notification. As per rules of the Government of India, seats are reserved category-wise in IIMs. CAT 2024 reservation for OBC, SC, ST, EWS category candidates is 27%, 15%, 7.5%, and 10% respectively.
CAT reservation of 5% for PwD candidates is also provided as per the provisions of the RPwD (Rights of Persons with Disabilities) Act 2016.
To be eligible for CAT reservation at IIMs, it is mandatory for the candidates to select the correct category details and upload the category & disability certificates in the correct size and format during CAT 2024 registration.
Seat reservation is also subject to the other eligibility criteria, selection parameters, and cut off marks set by respective IIMs. Check CAT Cut off 2024
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CAT Reservation Category
CAT Reservation category needs to be carefully selected during the registration. No changes are allowed in CAT reservation category after the final submission of the application. For the purposes of seats reserved in IIMs, the list of CAT reservation categories are:- OBC
- SC
- ST
- EWS
- PwD
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CAT Reservation 2024
Those appearing for CAT 2024 must check the latest reservation policy of IIMs before filling the application form. IIMs adhere to the below-mentioned CAT reservation criteria to allocate seats in MBA/ PGP courses for the upcoming batch.
| Category | Reservation (%) |
|---|---|
| Schedule Caste (SC) | 15% |
| Schedule Tribe (ST) | 7.5% |
| Non-Creamy Other Backward Classes (NC-OBC) | 27% |
| Person with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) | 5% |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 10% |
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CAT Reservation Requirements
For availing the benefits of category reservation, you need to upload the category/ disability certificates in PDF format during the application process. To download the official CAT reservation certificates PDF, check the table below.
| Reservation Certificate | Download PDF Link |
|---|---|
| NC-OBC Certificate | Click here |
| SC/ ST Certificate | Click here |
| EWS Certificate | Click here |
| Disability Certificate (PwD)- Form V | Click here |
| Disability Certificate (PwD)- Form VI | Click here |
| Disability Certificate (PwD)- Form VII | Click here |
Check CAT 2024 Caste Certificates and Documents Format
CAT Reservation 2024: Important Points for SC/ ST/ OBC/ EWS/ PwD Candidates
Candidates must keep in mind the below-mentioned points for CAT reservation 2024:- Those claiming reservation under SC/ ST category must make sure that their caste/ tribe is listed in the schedule of the Government of India.
- Make sure that your SC/ ST caste certificate mentions these details:
- Name of the caste/tribe
- Whether the candidate belongs to SC or ST
- District and State or Union Territory of the candidate’s residence
- An appropriate Government of India schedule under which the candidate’s caste/tribe is approved by it as SC or ST.
- It is mandatory to upload caste certificates for SC/ ST/ OBC/ EWS/ PwD during registration.
- It is necessary to carry the original reservation certificate along with a photocopy to be submitted during the interview round.
- PwD category candidates need to apply for a UDID card and upload the same during registration.
- To avail scribe facility, you need to download, fill, and upload the scribe affidavit during CAT registration. Download CAT 2024 Scribe Affidavit
CAT Reservation Fees 2024
There is no additional fee to be paid for CAT reservation 2024. You just need to pay the CAT registration fees as per your category and upload the required documents to be eligible for reservation in IIM.
| CAT Reservation Category | CAT Reservation Fees (in INR) |
|---|---|
| OBC | 2500 |
| EWS | 2500 |
| SC | 1250 |
| ST | 1250 |
| PwD | 1250 |
CAT Reservation for SC/ ST
CAT Reservation for SC/ ST is provided in the official notification. CAT 2024 reservation for SC and ST candidates is 15% and 7.5% respectively. CAT reservation for SC/ ST category in IIMs is subject to the fulfillment of eligibility norms and cut offs.
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CAT Reservation for OBC
CAT Reservation for OBC is provided in the official notification by IIM. CAT 2024 reservation for OBC category candidates is the highest at 27%. CAT reservation for OBC category in IIMs is subject to the latest Central Government list of OBC categories on the last date of exam registration. To get the updated list of state-wise OBC categories eligible for reservation, click hereCAT Reservation for Women
There is no specific percentage of seats reserved for women in IIMs. However, women do get the benefit of gender diversity points offered in the selection process. For example, IIM Bangalore offers 5 extra points while IIM Calcutta awards 4 points to promote gender diversity in IIMs.
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CAT 2024 Reservation for EWS
As per CAT EWS quota, 10% reservation shall be granted to the EWS candidates belonging to the General quota candidates.
Who falls under the EWS category?
- Persons who are not covered under the scheme of reservation for SCs, STs, and OBCs and whose family has a gross annual income below Rs 8 lakh are only identified as EWS for benefit of reservation.
- The benefit of reservation under EWS can be availed upon production of an Income and Asset Certificate issued by a Competent Authority.
Who can’t access the EWS quota?
Regardless of what the family income is, if the candidates fall under any of the following, they can’t avail the benefits of the EWS quota:
- Candidates whose families own 5 acres of agricultural land and above.
- Candidates who owe a residential flat of 1,000 sq. ft. and above.
- Candidates whose parents possess a residential plot of 100 sq. yards and above in notified municipalities.
- Candidates whose parents own a residential plot of 200 sq. yards and above in areas other than the notified municipalities.
Authorities to issue an ‘Income and Asset Certificate’
Following is the list of the competent authorities who can issue an ‘Income and Asset Certificate’:
- District Magistrate/Additional District Magistrate/ Collector/ Deputy Commissioner/Additional’ Deputy Commissioner/ 1st Class Stipendiary Magistrate/ Sub-Divisional Magistrate/ Taluka Magistrate! Executive Magistrate/ Extra Assistant Commissioner
- Chief Presidency Magistrate/Additional Chief Presidency Magistrate/ Presidency Magistrate
- Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tehsildar
- Sub-Divisional Officer or the area where the candidate and/or his family normally resides
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CAT Reservation Criteria for PwD Candidates
CAT reservation for PwD candidates covers those with benchmark disability of 40% or more as per the RPwD Act 2016. The specified disabilities mentioned in RPwD Act of 2016 is provided below:
- Blindness and low vision
- Deaf and hard of hearing
- Locomotor disability including cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims and muscular dystrophy.
- Autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability and mental illness
- Multiple disabilities from amongst persons under clauses (1) to (4)
- Other ‘specified disabilities’ mentioned in ‘The Schedule’ of the RPwD Act 2016
PwD candidates must possess a medical certificate issued by an authorized medical authority that clearly states their level and type of disability.
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CAT Reservation Criteria 2024 for FMS Delhi
FMS Delhi offers MBA admission to 299 seats through CAT 2024. The reservation of seats for each category is tabulated below for your reference.
| Category | Number of Seats Reserved |
|---|---|
| General | 101 |
| OBC | 69 |
| SC | 37 |
| EWS | 25 |
| ST | 19 |
| PwD | 12 |
| Foreign Nationals | 12 |
| Children/ Widow of Armed Forces Officers | 12 |
| WT | 06 |
| WNT | 06 |
Check FMS Delhi CAT Cut off and Admission Criteria
CAT Reservation Criteria 2024 for IIFT
IIFT being an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry follows the same reservation policy as IIMs. CAT reservation criteria 2024 for IIFT MBA admission is:- NC-OBC- 27%
- SC- 15%
- ST- 7.5%
- EWS- 10%
- PwD- 5%
IIFT MBA Admission through CAT 2024, Check Admission Process
CAT Reservation Criteria 2024 for Private Colleges
While IIMs and IITs follow the strict reservation rules set by the Government of India, the other top private MBA colleges like MDI Gurugram, SP Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR), Great Lakes Institute of Management Chennai, IMI Delhi, and more do not have any CAT seat reservation policy. Check Total MBA Seats Offered by IIM and Other CollegesCAT Reservation 2024 FAQs
Ques. Is there reservation in IIM CAT?
Ans. Yes, there is reservation of seats in IIM for OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwD candidates. Candidates belonging to these reservation categories having a valid CAT 2024 score are eligible for seat reservation in IIMs.
Ques. What is the fee for CAT reserved category?
Ans. The exam fees for CAT reserved category is 50% lower than the unreserved category. The registration fees for SC/ ST/ PwD category is INR 1250 while that for all other categories, it is INR 2500. No relaxation in fee is available for EWS and OBC candidates.
Ques. I have SC/ ST certificate in the format uploaded on CAT official portal, can I use the same or do I have to download the certificate template from CAT website and fill it again?
Ans. Candidates can use the format for SC/ST certificate provided at the official website of CAT. All the candidates are advised to upload the documents in the prescribed or provided format only.
Ques. Is there any validity process for NC-OBC certificate?
Ans. Generally the validity of NC-OBC certificate is 1 year. If a candidate has obtained the NC-OBC certificate before 1 year time period then he/ she is advised to get the new and updated NC-OBC certificate.
Ques. What all categories are available when applying online for CAT 2024?
Ans. The following categories will be provided while filling CAT application form and candidates will only be allowed to select one category.
- General
- SC
- ST
- NC-OBC
- PWD
- EWS
Ques. Which documents should I submit if I belong to SC/ ST category?
Ans. Candidates need to submit the caste certificate that provides proof that a candidate belongs to that particular category. Providing the right and authentic certificates is very important as forged documents could lead to disqualification of the candidate.
Ques. Is there any defined eligibility for a scribe or reader in CAT 2024?
Ans. PwD candidates with not less than forty percent (40%) of a specified disability where the specified disability has not been defined in measurable terms and includes a person with disability where the specified disability has been defined in measurable terms, as certified by the certifying authority. Only such candidates will be allowed to take the facility of a scribe in CAT.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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The advanatges of applying for CAT under the OBC category is that the CAT cut-off for OBC students is lesser than that of Unreserved students. So even with a lesser CAT score you will have the chance of getting admission.
As per theCAT EWS quota rules, the total seat reserved for EWS students is 10%. This is for the students who belong to the General quota candidates. The advantage of reservation for EWS can be get based on the production of an Income and Asset Certificate issued by a Competent Authority.
To know more, refer to this link: CAT Reservation 2022 of EWS
To apply for the CAT seat reservation you need to fill out a separate caste reservation form and upload the following documents: caste certificate, disability proving certificate along with the form to claim reservation. You can check the caste-wise reservation process.
For more information, refer to this link: Mandatory Certificates and Forms for CAT Reservation