{"id":6555,"date":"2020-08-28T17:10:17","date_gmt":"2020-08-28T11:40:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/online.2iim.com\/cat-exam\/blogs\/?p=6555"},"modified":"2020-08-28T18:06:26","modified_gmt":"2020-08-28T12:36:26","slug":"iimcat-new-undertaking-format-should-you-fill-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/online.2iim.com\/cat-exam\/blogs\/cat-preparation-strategy\/announcements\/iimcat-new-undertaking-format-should-you-fill-it\/","title":{"rendered":"IIMCAT’s new Undertaking Format: (Why) Should you fill it?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Undertaking, in its general sense, is a formal promise made as a contingency. The floodgates of the dam named ‘CAT 2020 registration<\/a>‘ were let loose on 5 August 2020. Ever since, there has been a huge outcry pertaining to several things. Until the registration process ends, at least, the bone of contention is going to be this. “How can I go and get a document\/certificate\/affidavit signed at this moment from the authority concerned? When there are widespread lockdowns everywhere, and safety is not just a theoretical concept anymore, but a way of life, how is this fair?”<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

So, are the CAT 2020 officials being unconcerned about the COVID-19 scare?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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ABSOLUTELY NOT. It is a no-brainer. They would not have announced the date of examination if they had not pondered enough and more about COVID.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you trying to tell me that life is back to normal. Should I somehow get my documents attested, no matter what?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

No, I am not saying that. Your case is probably no different from thousands of others who might be in a similar position. Many need some form of attestation or the other to verify their economic background, disability status, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is true that several places are still under lockdown. Offices are functioning with less to limited staff; banks and other public offices got shut temporarily due to the COVID scare.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/amp-fit-text>\n\n\n\n

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You seem to understand my predicament. But where is this going?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Things are not looking to change anytime soon. However, the D-Day is fixed. CAT 2020 is scheduled to happen on 29 November 2020 for sure. Also, the registrations are going to end on 16 September 2020. These are the available constraints<\/a> we have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Operating with these constraints – just like a Logical Reasoning puzzle<\/a> – how would you get the necessary documents on time? I can hear you scream, “You seem to suggest that there are no ways.” Or, are there?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oh, wait. Is there a workaround?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Though it did not seem like it, you got that one right. Yes, there is a workaround. And, it is very simple and straightforward. It does not take much time, there is no need for a green pen and a seal\/stamp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, what it is is what it is. It is just a workaround for the time-being. Till there is no other way out. And, it applies only for your CAT 2020 registration process.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/amp-fit-text>\n\n\n\n

The Undertaking Format and CAT 2020 registration process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Let us say you have to get your NC-OBC\/EWS\/SC\/ST\/PwD certificate for THIS YEAR. In these tough times, not everyone will be able to get it signed from the authority concerned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is where the Undertaking Format, introduced by IIMCAT, comes in handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What does the Undertaking Format state?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The Undertaking Format is a self-attested affidavit, which allows you to register for and take up the CAT 2020 examination, under the following three conditions: (The Undertaking format can be accessed from here<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Because of the coronavirus outbreak in the country, I am not in a position to get the relevant certificate issued by the competent authority at this moment.<\/li>
  2. I will produce the required certificate at the time of the Personal Interview (if shortlisted for the further selection process), failing which the IIMs have all the right to cancel my candidature.<\/li>
  3. As a special case this provision is made available to the aspirants, willing to apply for CAT 2020 (This provision is only for CAT 2020).<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Does that mean I need not submit any certificate?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    It does not mean that. Clearly, there is a catch, as the Undertaking Format itself states:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    “Please note that you are required to upload this duly filled in undertaking (Printout\/handwritten) along with your available category certificates (old certificates) in a consolidated PDF file.”<\/p><\/blockquote><\/amp-fit-text>\n\n\n\n

    Effectively, you need to have some proof to substantiate your claim. The only relaxation is that the certificate need not pertain to this year AT THIS POINT IN TIME. If you are selected for the subsequent stages of the process, you should produce your latest certificates. Till then, however, you are saved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Bottom-line<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    1. Your CAT 2020 registration<\/a> should not get deterred because you cannot get a certificate signed before deadline.<\/li>
    2. However, this is NOT a permanent escape of sorts. A temporary workaround has been provided, taking into account the bigger crisis the country is facing.<\/li>
    3. You MUST have with you the old certificates to submit along with your undertaking.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      So do not wait for the eleventh hour to knock on your door. Since there are just 93 days to go (the AICTE announcement<\/a> does not affect CAT 2020, and CAT will happen as per plan), aim to get things done on time. Last but not the least, focus better on your CAT preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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