Finally today Cat declared the time and date for the computer based test. The test is going to be held during the period Saturday, 28 November 2009 – Monday, 7
December 20009. And, you can choose a test date, session (morning/afternoon), and
venue across thirty centres (cities) all over India, subject to availability.

Here are some of the key points

Q1: When is the advertisement for CAT 2009 going to appear?
A1: CAT Advertisement will appear in leading newspapers on Sunday, 30 August 2009.

Q2: Once the advertisement appears, is one expected to buy CAT bulletin from designated
banks?
A2: No. One does not have to buy a bulky CAT bulletin. We want to go paperless. A
prospective candidate buys a scratch-voucher from the designated bank branches, and,
later registers online for CAT 2009.

Q3: When does the sale of voucher start and end?
A3: Sale of vouchers starts on Wednesday, 9 September 2009 at designated bank branches and their associate outlets. The sale ends on Thursday, 1 October 2009.

Q4: When and how do I register for CAT 2009 after buying the voucher?
A4: Online registration for CAT 2009 will also begin on Wednesday, 9 September 2009 and end on Thursday, 1 October 2009. Instructions on access to online registration will be given in the voucher, and, detailed registration instructions will be on the CAT website.

Q5: When will CAT be held and can I choose a test date?
A5: CAT will be held during the period Saturday, 28 November 2009 – Monday, 7
December 20009. Yes, you can choose a test date, session (morning/afternoon), and
venue across thirty centres (cities) all over India, subject to availability.

Q6: Can you give more details on taking test in a CBT format?
A6: Starting Sunday, 30 August 2009, CAT website (www.catiim.in) will provide all the
details.

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