What is the syllabus & exam pattern of CAT?

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Sunil Soni · Answer

CAT is national-level MBA entrance examination conducted by one of the IIM on a rotational basis. Admission to IIMs is a two-stage process. The first stage is based on CAT score. Candidates who clear CAT are called for GDPI. Selection is based on CAT score, GDPI performance, and academic records. The minimum eligibility criterion for admission in MBA is at least a 3-years Bachelor's degree in any subject from a recognised university with at least 50 percent marks or equivalent (45 percent for SC/ST or persons with disability (PWD) category). CAT test does not have a predefined syllabus. CAT tests candidates in general aptitude including Verbal Ability (English), Quantitative Ability (Mathematics), Logical Reasoning (LR) and Data Interpretation (DI) skills. Following are main three sections of examination: (a)Quantitative Ability (QA): Geometry, Trigonometry, Probability, Number System, Permutation & Combination, Speed, Time and Distance, Profit and Loss, Logarithmic Equations, HCF and LCM, Ratio, Quadratic and Linear Equations, Algebra, Mensuration, Percentages, progressions, Complex Numbers, Simple and Compound Interest etc. (b) Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning: Tables, Graphical Representations, Charts and any diagrammatical Representation, Logical Games, Calendars, Cubes, Clocks, Blood Relations, Seating Arrangements etc. (c) Verbal and Reading Comprehension (VARC): Critical Reasoning, Paragraph Forming, Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension. CAT is multiple-choice based test with penalties for wrong answers. There is no penalty for questions that are left unanswered. Since 2009 CAT is conducted as a Computer Based Test. Duration of the examination is 180 minutes.

Krishi Sharma · Answer

CAT is a computer-based test that evaluates candidates quantitative, verbal/reading, data interpretation, and reasoning skills. The paper comprises of 3 sections, having 100 MCQ & Non-MCQs that are to be completed in 3 hours. Each section is timed with the individual time limit of 1 hour. CAT Exam Pattern 2019 for Quantitative Aptitude -This section focuses on numerical problems and will test a candidates mathematical knowledge. -It is a test of speed, accuracy, and precision. -There are 43 questions in this section. -They will be further divided into 27 MCQ & 7 Non-MCQs. CAT Exam Pattern 2019 for Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning -This section will focus on two aspects- Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning. -Questions from Data Interpretation (DI) focus on a candidates ability to derive conclusions from a given set of data. -Logical Reasoning (LR) section tests a candidates logical thinking and its application to everyday problems. -There will be a total of 32 questions from this section. -They will be further divided into 24 MCQ & 8 Non-MCQs. CAT Exam Pattern 2019 for Verbal & Reading Comprehension -This section will have questions from the English language and grammar. -It tests a candidates language and comprehension skills. -The comprehension questions will test the ability to comprehend the meaning from a given passage. -Questions about language usage and their rules are also expected to appear in the exam. Testing the understanding of basic grammar is also a part of the exam. -A total of 34 questions will be asked from this section. -They will be further divided into 24 MCQ & 10 Non-MCQs.

Konatham Abhishek · Answer

CAT test does not have a predefined syllabus. CAT tests candidates in general aptitude including Verbal Ability (English), Quantitative Ability (Mathematics), Logical Reasoning (LR) and Data Interpretation (DI) skills. Following are main three sections of examination: (a)Quantitative Ability (QA): Geometry, Trigonometry, Probability, Number System, Permutation & Combination, Speed, Time and Distance, Profit and Loss, Logarithmic Equations, HCF and LCM, Ratio, Quadratic and Linear Equations, Algebra, Mensuration, Percentages, progressions, Complex Numbers, Simple and Compound Interest etc. (b) Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning: Tables, Graphical Representations, Charts and any diagrammatical Representation, Logical Games, Calendars, Cubes, Clocks, Blood Relations, Seating Arrangements etc. (c) Verbal and Reading Comprehension (VARC): Critical Reasoning, Paragraph Forming, Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension. CAT is multiple-choice based test with penalties for wrong answers. There is no penalty for questions that are left unanswered. Since 2009 CAT is conducted as a Computer Based Test. Duration of the examination is 180 minutes.

Anik Verma · Answer

Hi, The syllabus of CAT has remained more or less the same for the last decade but the paper pattern has changed a little. Before we try to understand the complete and detailed CAT syllabus for the CAT 2019, we need to understand its pattern. Once we know the pattern of the paper, it would be simpler for us to understand the syllabus for CAT. The pattern for CAT has remained more or less the same for the past 3 years CAT 2016, CAT 2017, and CAT 2018. It is safe to assume that a similar, if not exactly the same, pattern would continue for CAT 2019 as well. For 2019, the exam would be divided into three separate sections of 1 hour each. Section 1 Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (34 questions) Section 2 Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation (32 questions) Section 3 Quantitative Aptitude (34 questions) For details on the syllabus, check out this link: https://www.shiksha.com/mba/cat-exam-syllabus

Animesh Wadhwa · Answer

CAT exam paper has 100 questions; each question carries 3 marks, all Multiple Choice Questions. Also, for every wrong answer there is negative marking (-1 mark). Total Time duration is 180 minutes. Total 3 sections which have questions related to Verbal Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning. Thanks & All the best.

Ashok Kumar · Answer

Overview of CAT 2019 Exam Pattern 1. Quantitative Aptitude (QA) - (No. of Questions-34), (Time Duration-60 minutes) 2. Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) (No. of Questions-32) (Time Duration-60 minutes) 3. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) (no. of questions-34), (Time Duration-60 minutes) Total number or Questions (100) Total Time Duration of all question: 180 minutes For more details, visit official website and the latest information on net.

Prerit Kohli · Answer

Please find below the details of CAT: A-Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension- Para-jumbles, Critical Reasoning, Paragraph Completion, Grammar and Usage, Synonym-Antonym based questions, Usage Match, Idioms and Phrases, Secondary Shades of Meaning, Usage, Associated words, Antonyms, Sentence Correction, etc. B-DI and LR Number and Letter Series, Calendars; Tables, Bar Graphs, Column Graphs, Line Charts, Venn Diagrams, Pie Charts, Games and Tournaments Cubes, Clocks, Venn Diagrams, Binary Logic, Seating Arrangement; Syllogism; Logical Matching; Logical Sequence; Logical Connectives and Blood Relations. C-Quant Number Systems; LCM and HCF; Profit, Loss and Discount; Percentages; Speed, Time and Distance; Time and Work; Simple and Compound Interest; Ratio and Proportion; Averages; Quadratic Equations; Linear Equations; Complex Numbers; Logarithm; Binomial Theorem; Sequences and Series; Surds and Indices; Inequalities; Probability; Permutation and Combination; Set Theory; Functions; Geometry; Mixtures and Alligations; Trigonometry; Coordinate Geometry and Mensuration. Good luck.

Harshit Maheshwari · Answer

CAT is one of the most recognizable tests to get into top MBA institutes. Exam pattern and syllabus is described below: 1) Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension- 34 marks, syllabus includes Para-jumbles, Critical Reasoning, Paragraph Completion, Grammar and Usage, Synonym-Antonym based questions, Usage Match, Idioms and Phrases, Secondary Shades of Meaning, Usage, Associated words, Antonyms, Sentence Correction, etc. 2) DI and LR- 32 marks, syllabus- Caselets, Tables, Bar Graphs, Column Graphs, Line Charts, Venn Diagrams, Pie Charts, Games and Tournaments, Number and Letter Series, Calendars; Cubes, Clocks, Venn Diagrams, Binary Logic, Seating Arrangement; Syllogism; Logical Matching; Logical Sequence; Logical Connectives; Blood Relations. 3) QA- 34 marks, syllabus- Number Systems; LCM and HCF; Profit, Loss and Discount; Percentages; Speed, Time and Distance; Time and Work; Simple and Compound Interest; Ratio and Proportion; Averages; Quadratic Equations; Linear Equations; Complex Numbers; Logarithm; Binomial Theorem; Sequences and Series; Surds and Indices; Inequalities; Probability; Permutation and Combination; Set Theory; Functions; Geometry; Mixtures and Alligations; Trigonometry; Coordinate Geometry and Mensuration.

Nesar Kanachur · Answer

Hi, Common Admission Test (CAT) is the most common and well-known exam conducted by IIM's. This is the exam accepted by many B-Schools, universities The main subjects in CAT are number system, algebra, arithmetic, modern maths and geometry & mensuration (these are under Quantitative section). Bar graph, pie chart, a combination of graphs, table methods, data arrangements, odd sentence out, seating arrangements, logic based (these are under logical reasoning & Data Interpretation). Reading comprehension, fill in the blanks, sentence correction, para-jumble, para-completion, word usage (these are under verbal ability & reading comprehension) The above-mentioned is the syllabus and the pattern of exam is: There are 300 section scores and there are 3 main sections: 1.In Quantitative ability, there are total 34 questions for 102 scores. 2.In logical reasoning & Data Interpretation, there are 32 questions for 96 scores. 3.In verbal ability & reading comprehension, there are 34 questions for 102 scores. All the best.

Nikhlesh Mathur · Answer

Although no official notification has been made about the same, the pattern for CAT-2017 is expected to be on the following lines: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC): 34 questions Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR): 32 questions Quantitative Aptitude (QA): 34 questions Total: 100 questions

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