One place for CAT aspirants to explore MBA pathways, understand admissions, and connect with business schools. A recurring platform for better-informed management education decisions.
An annual initiative by CollegeDakhla.com for the MBA-bound community.
A platform that returns every year
Not just an event. A long-term MBA resource.
CAT2MBA Series brings together aspiring management students and institutions through in-person engagement, useful perspectives and practical admissions guidance. This website is designed to remain useful between editions, too.
01 / EXPLORE
Discover pathways
Understand MBA and PGDM options, programme formats and the questions to ask while shortlisting schools.
02 / CONNECT
Meet institutions
Give students opportunities to hear from business schools and connect with their representatives.
03 / PLAN
Make a strategy
Build a more informed approach to entrance exams, applications, interviews and deadlines.
04 / PROGRESS
Move forward
Turn research and conversations into thoughtful next steps for management education.
For students & aspirants
Make your MBA decisions with more clarity.
A strong application starts before the application form. Use the CAT2MBA knowledge hub to prepare better questions, compare options thoughtfully and keep your next steps organised.
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Research beyond rankings
Compare curriculum, faculty, learning environment, career outcomes and overall fit.
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Prepare for every stage
Explore exam planning, application readiness, interviews and decision-making.
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Keep learning year-round
Read evergreen articles and return for updates when a new annual edition is announced.
Meet students who are actively exploring their next step.
The 2026 edition offers face-to-face engagement with CAT aspirants and prospective MBA/PGDM students through institutional presentations, panel discussions, speaking opportunities and exhibition stalls.
HIGHEST VISIBILITY
Sponsor
1 slot only
₹3,00,000 + GST
Highest-visibility association with the event.
15-minute speaking opportunity
Logo presence and panel participation
Designed stall and video playback
Back-page event magazine ad
Event database access, subject to consent and applicable requirements
2026 confirmation deadline: Friday, 31 October 2026. Positions are limited and allotted on a first-confirmed basis. A slot is held only on receipt of the participation fee. Please confirm all commercial details directly with the organiser before payment.
At a glance
Participation benefits
Compare the headline benefits included in each 2026 participation category.
Benefit
Sponsor
Co-Sponsor
Academic Partner
Knowledge Partner
General Participant
Logo presence across event branding
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Panel discussion participation
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Video playback during breaks
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Speaking opportunity
15 minutes
10 minutes
10 minutes
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Stall at event
Designed
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Simple
Event database access*
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Promotional kit at registration desk
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Event magazine advertisement
Back page
Inside front cover, half page
Inside back cover, half page
Inside back cover, half page
One page
*Database access, where offered, is subject to applicable consent, privacy and data-protection requirements. Confirm final deliverables and timelines with the organiser.
Institutional participation
How to take part
A simple route from choosing a category to confirming your institution's participation.
STEP 01
Choose a category
Select the participation option that best fits your institution's objectives.
STEP 02
Send an enquiry
Email your institution name, chosen category and contact person to info@collegedakhla.com.
STEP 03
Confirm payment
Request verified payment details directly from the organiser and share the transaction reference.
STEP 04
Share materials
After written confirmation, provide your logo, magazine ad and video material by the communicated dates.
The CAT2MBA knowledge hub
Practical ideas for your MBA journey.
Our team can publish articles, checklists and perspectives throughout the year—not only around the event. These starter articles are evergreen topics to build out into full editorial posts.
CAT Prep · Guide
How to Build a CAT Preparation Plan That You Can Actually Follow
A practical framework for setting weekly goals, reviewing mock tests and adjusting your preparation without losing sight of consistency.
Start by checking your current level across the exam sections. Set a realistic weekly timetable, mix concept learning with timed practice, and reserve time to analyse mistakes. Track accuracy and the types of questions that slow you down. Review your plan every week instead of copying someone else's schedule.
Team note: Expand this post with a downloadable weekly planner and an expert review before publishing.
College Selection · Checklist
Beyond Rankings: 7 Things to Compare Before Choosing an MBA College
Look beyond a single ranking and compare the factors that shape your learning experience and future options.
Compare curriculum, faculty access, specialisations, internships, career support, total cost and published placement methodology. Check whether the programme fits your goals and preferred location. Read official programme pages and ask specific questions during institution interactions. Rankings can be one input—but should not replace your own research.
Team note: Add a comparison worksheet and verified official sources.
Admissions · Checklist
Your MBA Application Checklist: From Shortlist to Submission
Organise deadlines, eligibility checks, documents and application tasks before the rush begins.
Create a tracker for each programme with eligibility criteria, test requirements, application deadline, documents, essays, recommendation requirements and interview stages. Verify every item on the institution's official admissions page because requirements and dates can change. Keep digital copies organised and leave time to review each submission.
Team note: Add a sample tracker and annual deadline-review date.
CAT Prep · Strategy
Mock Tests Are Only Half the Work: How to Review Them
Turn practice tests into useful feedback by reviewing accuracy, time use and recurring mistakes.
After each mock, review questions you got wrong, questions you guessed, and questions that consumed too much time. Group errors into concept gaps, reading mistakes, calculation slips and strategy choices. Choose two or three improvements for the next test. Compare trends across several mocks rather than overreacting to one score.
Team note: Have a CAT mentor validate the guidance and add a mock-review template.
Careers · Exploration
Which MBA Specialisation Fits Your Goals?
Explore interests, skills and work environments before deciding which specialisations to investigate.
Begin with the problems you enjoy solving, the skills you want to build and the industries that interest you. Research what different functions do day to day, review course structures, and speak with students or professionals. You do not need to make a permanent career decision from a label alone—use your research to create a shortlist of options.
Team note: Add interviews with alumni and links to official curriculum pages.
College Selection · Research
How to Read MBA Placement Reports More Carefully
Understand averages, medians, reporting periods and what a placement figure does—and does not—tell you.
Look for the batch size, number of students seeking placements, reporting period, median as well as average salary, role and sector distribution, and the methodology behind the report. Compare like with like and review the programme's total cost. Salary figures alone cannot guarantee an individual outcome. Use current official reports wherever possible.
Team note: Verify terminology and link each example to the original institution report.
No articles match your search. Try a different keyword or topic.
Editorial workflow idea: Team members can use this section as a content roadmap. Before launch, replace starter copy with reviewed articles, author names, publish dates, featured images and source links. A CMS or blog platform will be needed for non-technical publishing.
FAQs
Useful details, in one place.
Who is the CAT2MBA Series for?
The event is designed for CAT aspirants and prospective MBA/PGDM students, while institutions can participate to engage with this audience.
When and where is the 2026 event?
Sunday, 6 December 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM at Radisson Hotel, Kaushambi, Ghaziabad (Delhi NCR), as stated in the 2026 proposal.
How can a college or university participate?
Email info@collegedakhla.com with your institution name, preferred category and contact person. Request confirmation of availability, final deliverables, terms and payment details directly from the organiser.
Will the website continue after the 2026 event?
Yes—that is the intended evergreen structure. Past editions can be archived, the current edition can be updated annually, and the insights section can continue to publish articles throughout the year.
Where can I find official admission requirements?
Use each institution's official website for the latest eligibility, deadlines, fees and programme details. Requirements may change from year to year.
Let's connect
Bring your institution into the conversation.
For CAT2MBA Series participation, editorial collaborations or general enquiries, contact the CollegeDakhla.com team.