CAT Previous Year Question Paper Pdf with Solution (Last 10 Years)

Candidates can download the CAT previous year question paper pdf along with the solution from these articles.

CAT Previous Year Question Paper Pdf

CAT Previous Year Question Paper: The CAT (Common Admission Test) is a highly competitive entrance examination in India for admission into postgraduate management programs, particularly the MBA (Master of Business Administration) and PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) programs. Conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) on a rotational basis, CAT is one of the most prestigious and widely recognized management entrance exams in the country.The exam’s difficulty level is known for being quite high, making it a challenging test for aspirants. Scoring well in the CAT examination is crucial for gaining admission to the top business schools in India.

CAT Previous Year Question Paper Pdf Download

Download the CAT question papers from the previous year by clicking the link below.

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CAT Exam : Highlights

Exam NameCAT (Common Admission Test) Examination
Conducting BodyIndian Institutes of Management (IIMs)
Stages of ExamOnline Written Examination
Mode of the examinationOnline (Computer-Based-Test)
Number of PapersSingle Paper
SectionsThe exam is divided into three sections: 

  • Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC): 24 questions, 40 minutes
  • Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR): 20 questions, 40 minutes
  • Quantitative Aptitude (QA): 22 questions, 40 minutes
Question TypeThere are two types of questions: 

  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs): These questions have four answer choices, of which only one is correct.
  • Type-in-the-Answer (TITA) Questions: These questions require you to type in the correct answer.
Duration of exam
  • The total duration of the CAT exam is 120 minutes (2 hours).
  • Each section has a fixed time limit of 40 minutes
Total QuestionsThe total questions of the CAT exam is 66
Total MarksThe maximum total score is 198 marks (66 questions x 3 marks per question).
Negative MarkingYes
Marking SchemeMCQs:

  • +3 marks for each correct answer,
  • -1 mark for each incorrect answer.

TITA Questions:

  • +3 marks for each correct answer;
  • 0 marks for incorrect or unattempted answers.

(No negative marking for unattempted MCQs)

Exam LanguagesEnglish and Hindi
Official websitehttps://iimcat.ac.in/

 

CAT Exam Question Paper Pattern

Candidates can learn more about the CAT Exam Question Paper Pattern by looking at the table below.

SL.No

Section as per IIM CAT Exam Paper 2023

Total Questions

Allotted TimeAllotted Time for PwD Students

1

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)

24

40 Minutes53 minutes and 20 seconds

2

Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)

20

40 Minutes53 minutes and 20 seconds

3

Quantitative Aptitude (QA)

22

40 Minutes53 minutes and 20 seconds

Total

66

120 Minutes160 minutes

CAT Exam Syllabus

Candidates may look at the below detailed syllabus for the CAT examinations:

Quantitative Aptitude (QA) Syllabus

  • Number Systems
  • LCM and HCF
  • Percentages
  • Profit, Loss, and Discount
  • Time, Speed, and Distance
  • Time and Work
  • Simple and Compound Interest
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Averages
  • Mixtures and Allegations
  • Quadratic Equations
  • Linear Equations
  • Complex Numbers
  • Logarithm
  • Binomial Theorem
  • Sequences and Series
  • Surds and Indices
  • Inequalities
  • Permutation and Combination
  • Probability
  • Functions
  • Set Theory
  • Geometry
  • Mensuration
  • Trigonometry
  • Coordinate Geometry

Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) Syllabus

  • Tables
  • Bar Graphs
  • Pie Charts
  • Line Graphs
  • Caselets
  • Data Sufficiency
  • Syllogisms
  • Blood Relations
  • Seating Arrangement
  • Direction Sense
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Clocks and Calendars
  • Logical Connectives
  • Venn Diagrams
  • Cubes and Dice
  • Logical Sequence
  • Assumptions and Conclusions
  • Binary Logic
  • Logical Matching

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) Syllabus

  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Para Jumbles
  • Sentence Correction
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Critical Reasoning
  • Paragraph Completion
  • Sentence Completion
  • Antonyms and Synonyms

FAQs

Q.1: Where can I find the CAT previous year question papers?

Ans: The CAT’s previous year’s question paper is available in PDF format above.

Q2. Is it helpful to practice the CAT’s previous year’s question papers?

Ans: Yes, practicing CAT question papers from previous years will help you comprehend the pattern of difficulty levels.

Q3. Is the CAT exam bilingual?

Ans: Yes, the question paper is available in English.

Also Check:JEE Advance Previous Year Question Paper

For any other CAT related information ,visit the official site:iimcat.ac.in

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