CAT 2023 Syllabus: Your Comprehensive Guide to Crack the Exam - Times of India

CAT 2023: With the Common Admission Test (CAT) exam date nearing, candidates are in a hurry to review their syllabus and address any previously missed topics.
The CAT 2023 examination is being organized by the Indian Institute of Management, IIM Lucknow. According to the schedule, the exam is set for November 26, 2023, and the link for downloading the admit card will become active on November 07 at 5:00 PM.
It is essential to understand the subjects covered in the CAT Exam for 2024 to better anticipate question types and formulate effective strategies for addressing them.

Being familiar with these subjects can significantly boost your preparation and enhance your chances of performing well in the CAT entrance test.
Shall we delve into the specific sections and their respective subjects outlined in the article?

The CAT exam necessitates proficiency in three specific sections, which are:
1. Quantitative Aptitude (QA)
2. Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)
3. Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)
Quantitative Aptitude (QA)

Subjects Topics
Number System Prime Factorization, Divisibility Rules, Finding Units place and tens place of a number, LCM and HCF, Indices and Surds, Cyclicity, Remainders, Base Change, Factorial
Arithmetic Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Time, Distance, Speed, Mixtures, Allegations, Ratios, Proportions, Variations, Time and Work, Pipes, Cisterns, Percentages, Averages, Profit, Loss, Discount
Geometry Circles, Polygons, Triangles, Trigonometry, Lines, Angles, Coordinate geometry
Algebra Functions, Groups, Inequalities, Modulus, Logarithms, Maxima, Minima, Polynomials, Linear, Quadratic Equations, Algebraic Identities
Modern Mathematics Probability, Permutations, Combinations, Set Theory, Venn Diagram, AP, GP, HP, Binomial theorem

Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)

Subjects Topics
Data Interpretation Tables, Scatter Plots, Venn Diagrams, Radar Charts, Line Charts, Column Graphs, Pie Charts, Bubble Charts, Bar Graphs, Routes and Networks, Data Caselets - Reasoning-Based DI
Logical Reasoning Team Formation, Arrangements, Games and Tournaments, Order and Ranking, and Binary Logic

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)

Subjects Topics
Verbal Ability Para jumbles, Summary Based Questions, Sentence exclusion question
Reading Comprehension RC passages

The selection of candidates for the interview phase by IIMs is determined by individualized criteria, varying across each institute. This selection process typically involves a Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interviews (PI). Success in the CAT 2023 exam holds significant weight in the overall admission process.


Remember, it's vital to both put in effort and study regularly, but it's just as important to look after your health and keep a balance. Getting ready for the CAT exam can be tough, but if you plan well and stay dedicated, you can definitely succeed.

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