MICAT (MICA Admission Test) is a national-level entrance exam administered by Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad (MICA). It serves as a gateway for admission to the PGDM-C (Post Graduate Diploma in Management Communications) and PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) programs. The exam is conducted twice a year, with MICAT I held in December and MICAT II in January.
Overview
The exam is conducted every year in two slots, one in December and one in February, through an online mode. The Phase I registration will usually start in September. There are around 140-150 questions in MICAT with a duration of 165 minutes.
| Particulars | Details |
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Entrance name |
MICAT |
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MICAT full form |
Mudra Institute of Communication Admission Test |
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Examination level |
National Level Exam |
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MICAT question types |
Objective & subjective |
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Exam duration |
2 Hours 45 Minutes |
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Exam mode |
Computer-based test |
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Medium |
English |
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Marking scheme |
1 mark for each correct answer -0.25 marks for each incorrect answer |
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Eligibility |
50% marks in bachelor's degree |
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Courses Available in MICAT |
PGDM and PGDM-C |
Eligibility Criteria
MICA determines the eligibility requirements for MICAT 2024 for admission to PGDM-C and PGDM programs. Applicants who meet the minimum eligible criteria can submit their application for the MICAT 2024 examination.
These eligibility requirements include the following:
- Candidates must have completed graduation or can be in the final year of graduation.
| Category |
Passing Marks |
Required Exams |
| General/EWS/NC-OBC | 50% | At least one of XAT/CAT/GMAT |
| SC/ST/PwD | 45% | At least one of XAT/CAT/GMAT |
Exam pattern
The MICAT 2024 exam consists of three sections. Each section comes with a specific time limit, and candidates must complete answering the questions from that section within the provided time limit.
The table below provides details of the MICAT 2024 exam pattern:
| Parts | Sections | Number of Questions (Expected) | Duration (In Minutes) | Negative Marking |
| Section A | Psychometric Test | 150 | 30 | No |
| Section B | Descriptive Test | 4 | 25 | No |
| Section C |
|
20 20 20 20 |
80 |
Yes |
Registration Process
To register for the MICAT 2024 exam, candidates must fill out an online application form on the official website, mica.ac.in. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to mica.ac.in.
- New Registration: Click on the link for new registration and enter the required details to create your login credentials.
- Sign In: Use your credentials to log in.
- Fill Out the Application Form: Provide your personal and academic information.
- Upload Documents: Upload your photograph, signature, and any other required documents.
- Choose Exam City: Select your preferred exam city.
- Payment: Make the necessary payment for the application fee to complete your registration.
Last 3 year's MICAT Registration Dates:
| MICAT |
Last Year |
2 Years Ago |
3 Years Ago |
| MICAT I | Dec 2, 2023 | Dec 3, 2022 | Dec 4, 2021 |
| MICAT II | Jan 27, 2024 | Jan 28, 2023 | Jan 29, 2022 |
MICAT Syllabus
There are five sections in the MICAT exam:
- Psychometric Test
- Divergent and Convergent thinking
- Verbal Ability
- Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation
- General Awareness
| Section | Description |
| Psychometric Test |
Contains ordinal questions (e.g., Totally agree, Somewhat agree, Totally disagree). It assesses characteristics and behavioral traits, covering:
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| Descriptive Test | Involves essay writing, story writing, and argumentative passages. Candidates create stories from given pictures, assessing creative writing skills. |
| Divergent and Convergent Thinking |
Tests reasoning ability with questions on:
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| Verbal Ability |
Tests grammatical skills and vocabulary, including:
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| Quantitative Ability |
Tests mathematical skills with questions on:
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| General Awareness |
Covers various topics, including:
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MICAT Admit card
Step 1: Visit the official website of MICA-mica.ac.in
Step 2:Click on the ‘MICAT Admit Card’ link
Step 3; Log in to the Applicant Portal
Step 4: MICAT admit card will pop up on the screen
Step 5; Verify the details mentioned on the admit card
Step 6; Download and take printouts