What is CAT 2025 exam pattern?

<p>The CAT (Common Admission Test) 2025 exam pattern is designed to assess candidates' skills in three core areas: <strong>Verbal and Reading Comprehension (VARC)</strong>, &nbsp;<strong>Quantitative Aptitude (QA)</strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>Logical Reasoning &amp; Data Interpretation (LRDI).</strong> Here's a detailed breakdown:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>- <strong>Mode of Examination:</strong> Computer-Based Test (CBT).</p><p>- <strong>Total Duration:</strong> 120 minutes (2 hours).</p><p>- <strong>Number of Sections: </strong>3 (VARC, QA, LRDI).</p><p>- <strong>Time Allotted per Section:</strong> 40 minutes each.</p><p>- <strong>Total Questions:</strong> 68</p><p>- <strong>Total Marks:</strong> 204</p><p>- <strong>Language</strong>: English&nbsp;</p><p>- <strong>Types of Questions: </strong>Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Type In The Answer (TITA) questions.</p><p>- <strong>Number of Answer Choices:</strong> 4</p><p>- <strong>Negative Marking:</strong> Yes, for incorrect answers (-1).&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;Section-wise Breakdown:</p><p>1. <strong>Verbal and Reading Comprehension (VARC): </strong>This section tests candidates' understanding of English language and grammar, as well as their ability to comprehend passages and answer questions based on them.</p><p>2. <strong>Quantitative Aptitude (QA):</strong> This section assesses candidates' mathematical skills, including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data interpretation.</p><p>3. <strong>Logical Reasoning &amp; Data Interpretation (LRDI):</strong> This section evaluates candidates' logical thinking and data interpretation abilities through puzzles, seating arrangements, blood relations, and data sufficiency problems.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Marking Scheme:</p><p>- Each correct answer awards 1 mark.</p><p>-Each incorrect answer results in a negative mark (usually -0.25 marks).</p>

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