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- Full name
- MICA Admission Test
- Conducted by
- MICA, Ahmedabad
- Level
- University-level
- Mode
- Online, 2 hours 15 minutes
- Frequency
- Two phases a year
- Official website
- www.mica.ac.in
Overview
MICAT is the admission test conducted by MICA, Ahmedabad for its PGDM programmes. Applicants need a valid CAT, XAT or GMAT score as well as a MICAT score. MICAT for the 2027 intake is held in two phases; check mica.ac.in for the official test dates and registration deadlines.
What MICAT is used for
- MICA only: MICAT scores are used for MICA’s own PGDM admission.
- Part of a composite: MICA’s selection combines the national test score, MICAT, a group exercise and a personal interview.
Pattern and eligibility at a glance
MICAT has a psychometric section, a descriptive test and a section on general awareness, verbal ability, quantitative ability and divergent-convergent reasoning. Candidates need a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. Confirm the dates and rules on mica.ac.in.
Important dates
The MICAT 2027 phase dates could not be confirmed from mica.ac.in (the site blocks automated access) or from a news outlet quoting MICA's notice; they appear only on coaching/aggregator sites, so no dates are shown. Check mica.ac.in for the Phase 1 and Phase 2 schedule, registration deadlines and results.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application opens | To be announced |
| Application closes | To be announced |
| Exam date | To be announced |
| Result | To be announced |
Eligibility
A bachelor's degree from a recognised university (15 years of education), plus a valid CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score. The application fee is reported as Rs 2,500.
Exam pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Psychometric Test | 150 | Not available |
| Descriptive Test | 4 | Not available |
| General Awareness, Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability and Divergent-Convergent Reasoning | 80 | Not available |
Syllabus
Three sections in 2 hours 15 minutes: a psychometric test (150 questions, 30 minutes), a descriptive test (4 questions, 25 minutes) and a section on general awareness, verbal ability, quantitative ability and divergent-convergent reasoning (80 questions, 80 minutes). Selection weightage reported: CAT/XAT/GMAT 35%, MICAT 25%, group exercise 10% and personal interview 20%.
Colleges accepting MICAT 2027 (MICA Admission Test)
MICA (Mudra Institute of Communications), Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Frequently asked questions
When is MICAT for the 2027 intake?
MICAT for the 2027 intake is held in two phases. Check mica.ac.in for the exact test dates and registration deadlines.
Is a CAT, XAT or GMAT score needed for MICA?
Yes. MICA requires a valid CAT, XAT or GMAT score along with MICAT.
Which institutes accept MICAT?
MICAT is used for MICA's own PGDM admission.
