CAT

The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a national-level entrance exam conducted for admission into the prestigious Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other top business schools across India. The exam evaluates candidates on Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation (LRDI), and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension, focusing on problem-solving skills, accuracy, and time management.

At Pratishtha Edu, our CAT coaching program is designed to provide strong conceptual clarity, shortcut techniques, regular mock tests, and personalized mentorship to help students achieve high percentiles. With structured study plans, performance analysis, and interview preparation support, we guide aspirants throughout their journey from preparation to final admission.

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Testing Methodology

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Commencement of Programme

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Offline classroom

25 th June 2026

1 st July, 2026 -Bengaluru

25 th June 2026 onwards

1 Year(5days/week)

9:30 AM to 2:00 PM

A hybrid of English only

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CAT

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Arithmetic (Percentages, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Ratio, Averages)

Algebra (Equations, Inequalities, Functions, Progressions)

Geometry & Mensuration

Number System

Permutation & Combination

Probability

Seating Arrangement & Puzzles

Blood Relations & Directions

Venn Diagrams

Tables, Charts & Graphs

Caselets & Data Sets

Logical Connections & Patterns

Reading Comprehension Passages

Para Jumbles

Para Summary

Sentence Completion

Vocabulary & Grammar Basics

Critical Reasoning

CAT Exam Pattern

Computer-Based national-level entrance exam for admission into IIMs and top B-schools

  • Mode of Examination
    • Online (Computer-Based Test)
  • Total Duration
    • 120 Minutes
    • Each section has a 40-minute time limit
  • Sections
    • Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)
    • Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation (LRDI)
    • Quantitative Aptitude (QA)
  • Question Types
    • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
    • Non-MCQs (TITA – Type in the Answer)


Section Number of Questions Marks per Question Total Marks
VARC 24 3 Marks 72
LRDI 22 3 Marks 66
QA 22 3 Marks 66
Total 68 — 204
Negative Marking -1 mark for wrong MCQ answers
Non-MCQ (TITA) No negative marking

Previous year Question paper



  • QP - 2021
  • QP - 2022
  • QP - 2023

    • Books to Be Referred

    Recommended Books for CAT Preparation

    Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)

    Category Book Name Author
    Reading Comprehension How to Prepare for Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension for CAT Arun Sharma & Meenakshi Upadhyay
    Vocabulary Word Power Made Easy Norman Lewis
    Grammar High School English Grammar & Composition Wren & Martin

    Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation (LRDI)

    Category Book Name Author
    DILR Practice Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for CAT Nishit Sinha
    Advanced Practice How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT Arun Sharma
    Basic Reasoning A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning R.S. Aggarwal

    Quantitative Aptitude (QA)

    Category Book Name Author
    Quant Fundamentals How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT Arun Sharma
    Practice & Concepts Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations R.S. Aggarwal
    Advanced Problem Solving Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT Sarvesh Verma

    Key Topics for CAT Examination

    Important areas to focus on for high percentile in CAT

    Section Important Topics
    Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) Reading comprehension passages, Para jumbles, para summary, Sentence completion, Vocabulary and grammar basics, Critical reasoning, Language interpretation and accuracy
    Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation (LRDI) Seating arrangements and puzzles, Blood relations and directions, Venn diagrams, Tables, charts and graphs, Caselets and data sets, Logical connections and analytical thinking
    Quantitative Aptitude (QA) Arithmetic (Percentages, Ratio, Profit & Loss, Time & Work), Algebra (Equations, Inequalities, Functions), Geometry & Mensuration, Number system, Permutation & Combination, Probability, Mathematical problem-solving speed

    Note: CAT focuses on conceptual clarity, accuracy, time management, and problem-solving ability across all three sections. Regular practice and mock test analysis are essential for scoring well.

    CAT is a computer-based test (CBT). Candidates answer questions on a computer at the test centre instead of using pen and paper.

    No. Candidates are provided with a scribble pad at the exam centre. Calculators are not allowed; however, an on-screen calculator is available during the exam.

    Yes. There is a negative marking of 1 mark for incorrect MCQ answers. There is no negative marking for non-MCQ (TITA) questions.

    Inform the invigilator immediately. The technical team will assist and shift you to another system if required. The exam timer will be paused during the process so you will not lose time.

    Candidates who have completed or are in the final year of their bachelor's degree with the required percentage can apply for CAT. Eligibility may vary slightly depending on institute requirements.


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