The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a national-level entrance exam in India, primarily for admission to postgraduate management programs. Conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), it assesses candidates' skills in areas such as quantitative ability, verbal ability, data interpretation, and logical reasoning. The CAT is typically held once a year and is a computer-based test. It is a crucial step for aspiring management students, as a good score can lead to admission in prestigious institutions, including the IIMs and other top business schools across the country.