What is Pre-SimCAT?
Pre-SimCATs have been introduced to make you familiar with the test taking dynamics, strategies and approach prior to taking the SimCATs. The Pre-SimCATs are designed to be a little easier than SimCATs / actual CAT and teach you the fundamentals of test-taking. We strongly recommend First-time CAT-takers to take Pre-SimCATs before their SimCAT.
You should treat the Pre-SimCATs as warm-up games before the SimCATs. You would be better prepared to handle the SimCATs once you have taken a couple of Pre-SimCATs
Who should take the Pre-SimCATs?
Students eligible for SimCATs should take the Pre-SimCATs. However, it is recommended that students who have completed at least Module 1 & 2 (as per IMS modules) should take this test.
When will the Pre-SimCATs be conducted?
The Pre-SimCAT 1 is scheduled between 12th April to 15th April 24. Students can take the test from their home. Click here for a detailed schedule of Pre-SimCATs & other tests.
Marking Scheme:
Each question will carry 3 marks . There is no penalty for unattempted questions.
Each section will have MCQs and TITA ( type-in the answer) questions.
MCQs : + 3 for every correct answer. -1 for incorrect answer
TITA : + 3 for every correct answer. No negative marking for incorrect questions.
Will the Video solutions be provided for the Pre-SimCATs?
Yes. The Video solutions will be made available on myIMS after the window period. Along with the solutions, the video will also focus on test-taking strategies.
Will students get Rank & Percentile for Pre-SimCATs?
Just like SimCATs, students have to take the Pre-SimCAT during the pre-defined window period in order to be eligible for the All India Ranking, Percentile and detailed Analytics report.
What if I miss taking the Pre-SimCAT during the pre-defined window period?
If a student misses to take the Pre-SimCAT within the window period, the test shall be made available on their myIMS portal as an Unproctored (Take-home) test after the window period is over. However, for all Unproctored (Take-home) tests only Percentile and detailed Analytics reports shall be given.
Steps to book a Slot for Pre SimCat
For Pre - SimCat slot booking details, please visit - https://tinyurl.com/2h7pwfha
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