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How many candidates appear for CAT every year?

Competition statistics and seat availability.
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In recent years, approximately 2.5 to 3.5 lakh candidates register for CAT annually, with over 2 lakh candidates actually appearing for the exam. The high number of aspirants and limited seats (around 5,000–6,000 seats across all IIMs combined) make the competition extremely intense. The acceptance rate for top IIMs is typically below 2%.
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