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IIM Calcutta Issues Warning About Fake CAT 2024 Website - Students Urged to Be Cautious!

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Posted on 30 Aug 2024
10:20 AM

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The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM Calcutta), the convening body for CAT 2024, has issued a crucial warning regarding a fraudulent website posing as the official portal for CAT registration.
The official statement emphasises that the only authentic website for CAT 2024 is iimcat.ac.in, and any other website claiming to be associated with CAT is fraudulent.

The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM Calcutta), the convening body for CAT 2024, has issued a crucial warning regarding a fraudulent website posing as the official portal for CAT registration. The official statement emphasises that the only authentic website for CAT 2024 is iimcat.ac.in, and any other website claiming to be associated with CAT is fraudulent.

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As highlighted by the website, the CAT 2024 advertisement has been published across various newspapers in multiple languages, but the information on the official CAT website is the final and most reliable source.

The official release advises, “We urge all applicants and stakeholders to be cautious and visit only our official website and not fall prey to spurious or malicious websites engaging in pharming/phishing that resemble the official CAT website.”

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To protect themselves, candidates should:

  • Always verify the URL to ensure it is the official CAT website.
  • Be cautious of unsecured websites asking for personal details or payments.

Report Suspicious Activity

If you encounter a suspicious website claiming to be associated with CAT 2024, report it immediately to the CAT Helpdesk at cat2024_helpdesk@iimcal.ac.in.

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Important CAT 2024 Dates

  • Registration Open: The registration process for CAT 2024 began on August 1 and will remain open until September 13, 2024.
  • Exam Date: The computer-based CAT 2024 exam will be held on November 24 in three sessions.
  • Admit Card Release: Admit cards for the exam will be issued by IIM Calcutta between November 5 and November 24, 2024.
  • Expected Result Date: The results for CAT 2024 are anticipated to be released in the second week of January 2025.

As the CAT 2024 exam approaches, IIM Calcutta emphasizes the importance of staying informed and vigilant. Candidates should rely only on the official CAT website for all updates and ensure their personal information remains secure.

Last updated on 30 Aug 2024
10:27 AM
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