How to prepare for CAT? What should I do to self-study? Which are the good books for the same?

I am from Shimla. I want to give CAT this year, but there are no good institutes for coaching.

137 Views|Posted 2016-03-02 23:51:10
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2016-07-09 00:45:32
I would recommend that you try out the study material from IMS / TIME / Career Launcher as your first resource. Some of the Books recommended for CAT are- Quantum CAT by Sarvesh Verma How to prepare for Data Interpretation for the CAT TMH / Arun Sharma Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude and

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Priyanju Pal
2016-03-05 00:27:07
First, get some coaching books, e.g. TIME, career launcher, etc. These books have lots of relevant and latest questions along with shortcut methods to solve. Another book to self-study is RS Aggarwal. Apart from the books, also prepare your CV well because you will be thoroughly asked questions duri

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2016-03-04 14:56:56
Hi Mukul, You need not to worry. You can do self-study. Start with you class 11th and 12th Mathematics. Other good books are R.S.Agarwal for Mathematics and Arun Sharma for QA.

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