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CAT Exam Pattern 2024

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CAT Exam Pattern

  • CAT 2024 exam pattern is expected to be similar to the previous year, with three sections: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Ability (QA).
  • Each section has 26 questions, with a total of 78 questions in the exam.
  • The duration of the exam is 120 minutes, with 40 minutes for each section.
  • The candidates have to attempt the sections in a fixed order, starting with VARC, followed by DILR, and ending with QA.
  • CAT 2024 exam pattern also includes both multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and non-multiple-choice questions (non-MCQs). The MCQs have four options, out of which one is correct. The non-MCQs require the candidates to type the answer in a text box.
  • For each correct answer, candidates will receive 3 marks.
  • There is negative marking for the MCQs, with -1 mark for each incorrect answer. There is no negative marking for the non-MCQs.
  • The CAT 2024 exam pattern is designed to test the candidates' aptitude, skills, and knowledge across various domains and topics.

Questions asked in Different Sections of CAT 2024

Below are the number of questions asked in different sections of CAT 2024 exam.

Section

Number of MCQ and Non-MCQs

In each Section

Verbal Ability

&

Reading Comprehension (VARC)

MCQ -21

Non-MCQ – 3

Data Interpretation

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Logical Reasoning

MCQ – 14

Non-MCQ – 6

Quantitative Ability

MCQ – 14

Non-MCQ – 8

Total no of Questions66

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FAQs

What is the eligibility criteria for CAT exam? −

To apply for CAT exam, you must have a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% for reserved categories). You can also apply if you are in the final year of your graduation or awaiting results.

How can I register for CAT exam? +

You can register for CAT exam online through the official website https://iimcat.ac.in/. You will need to fill up the application form, upload your documents, pay the registration fee, and select your preferred test cities.

What is the syllabus and pattern of CAT exam? +

CAT exam consists of three sections: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Ability (QA). Each section has 26 questions, out of which 18 are multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and 8 are non-MCQs. The total duration of the exam is 2 hours, with 40 minutes allotted for each section.

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