MICAT Exam FAQ's

The MICAT Exam, conducted by MICA Ahmedabad, is one of India's most unique and creativity-focused entrance exams for admission to PGDM and PGDM-C programs. If you plan to appear for MICAT 2025, you probably have many questions about the process.

Embark on a straightforward journey with this comprehensive list of MICAT Exam FAQs. It's your one-stop guide to demystifying the eligibility, application, exam pattern, syllabus, admit card, result, and the overall MICA admission process.

MICAT 2025 FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions About MICAT

1. What is the MICAT exam?

MICAT stands for MICA Admission Test. It is conducted for admission into MICA’s PGDM and PGDM-C programs, focusing on strategic marketing and communication.

2. Who is eligible to apply for MICAT 2025?

• Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree (10+2+3) in any discipline from a recognized university.

• Final-year students can also apply.

• You must also appear for CAT, XAT, or GMAT, as MICAT scores are considered along with one of these tests.

3. What is the MICAT registration process?

• Visit mica.ac.in and complete the application form.

• Pay the application fee (usually around Rs. 2,100/-).

• If you haven't already, register separately for CAT, XAT, or GMAT.

4. What is the MICAT exam pattern?

• Section A: Psychometric Test

• Section B: Descriptive Test

• Section C: Aptitude (VA, QA, GA, and Divergent Thinking)

• Total duration: 2 hours 15 minutes

• There are no negative marks in Sections A and B

5. What is the syllabus for MICAT?

The exam covers a wide range of topics:

• Verbal Ability

• Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation

• General Awareness (media, marketing, current affairs)

• Divergent and Convergent Thinking

• Descriptive and Psychometric Analysis

6. When will the MICAT 2025 admit card be released?

• Admit cards are released a few days after registration closes.

• Separate admit cards are issued for MICAT I and MICAT II.

7. What are MICAT I and MICAT II?

There are two phases of MICAT. You can appear for either or both. MICA considers the better score for shortlisting.

8. When will the MICAT 2025 results be declared?

• MICAT I result: December 2025 (tentative)

• MICAT II result: February 2026 (tentative)

9. What is the MICAT cutoff?

• There’s no fixed percentile cutoff.

• Selection is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT score + MICAT score + GE-PI performance.

10. What is the MICA selection process after MICAT?

Shortlisted candidates can showcase their potential in a Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI). This flexible selection process is designed to bring out the best in you.

• Shortlisted candidates appear for Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI).

• The final selection is based on a composite score of all components.