Exam comparison

    CAT vs CUET

    Compare a postgraduate management entrance test with an undergraduate multi-subject university entrance test.

    CompareCATCUET
    AuthorityThe current convening Indian Institute of ManagementNational Testing Agency (NTA)
    ModeComputer-based test with sectional timingComputer-based test (CBT)
    Marking+3 for a correct answer, −1 for an incorrect answer, 0 if left unattempted (non-MCQ questions carry no penalty in the actual exam)+5 for a correct answer, −1 for an incorrect answer, 0 if left unattempted
    Core subjectsVerbal Ability & Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, Quantitative AptitudeLanguage (English), Domain Subjects, General Test

    Which route fits?

    These exams serve different education stages: CAT is primarily for postgraduate management admission, while CUET is used for participating undergraduate programmes.