CAT Previous Years Question Papers

Common Aptitude Test, popularly known as CAT is one of the most important entrance exams for the Management stream. IIM Indore holds the Common Admission Test (CAT) every year to test the eligibility of the candidates in India's top IIMs, MBA institutes, and other B- schools. To clear this CAT Exam only reading books and notes will not suffice; candidates should also focus on the CAT Previous Year Papers. Which will help to increase their speed, accuracy, problem-solving pace, and so on.

Highlights: CAT

Particulars	Details
Exam	CAT or Common Admission Test
Conducted By	Computer-Based Test with MCQs and Non-MCQs
Level of Exam	National
Syllabus	Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC); Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning; Quantitative Ability (QA)
Pattern of Exam	Computer-Based Test with MCQs and Non-MCQs
No. of Exam Cities	155
Frequency of Exam	Once a year
Date of Exam	26 November 2024 (Tentative)
Fees	General: INR 2,300 SC/ST/OBC: INR 1,150
Eligibility	Graduate with 50% marks (general) and 45% marks (SC/ST students)
Course Offered	MBA/PGDM
Official Website	https://iimcat.ac.in

CAT Exam 2024 Schedule

While planning to clear one of the leading management exams in the country, candidates need to have a well-structured plan to support their vision. Knowing all the important CAT Exam 2024 dates will help students formulate their plan of action.

Events	Tentative Dates
Release of notifications	30 July 2024
CAT Registration	3 August to 15 September 2024
CAT Form Correction Process	Last week of September 2024
CAT Admit Card Download	25 October 2024
CAT Exam	26 November 2024
CAT Answer Key Challenge	First week of December 2024
CAT Result Announcement	Last week of December 2024

CAT last 4-year Question Paper with Solutions PDF

Slot	Section	CAT Question Paper	CAT Answer Key	CAT Solutions
CAT 2023 Slot 1 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download
CAT 2023 Slot 2 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download
CAT 2023 Slot 3 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download
CAT 2022 Slot 1 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download
CAT 2022 Slot 2 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download
CAT 2022 Slot 3 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download
CAT 2021 Slot 1 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download
CAT 2021 Slot 2 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download
CAT 2021 Slot 3 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download
CAT 2021 Slot 1 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download
CAT 2021 Slot 2 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download
CAT 2021 Slot 3 Question Paper	VARC	Download	Download	Download
	DILR	Download	Download	Download
	QA	Download	Download	Download

The CAT previous year's question papers are invaluable resources by attempting these papers, candidates can experience a boost in their confidence level, do a complete revision of the syllabus, practice previous questions, and obtain an overview of the exam.

CAT Question Paper - Important Topics

The CAT pyq comprises three sections: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude.

QA Topics from Past CAT Question Papers

HCF LCM	Factors	Factorials	Remainders	Digits
Percents, Profit Loss, SICI	Ratio, Mixtures: Averages	Logarithms & Exponents	Speed Time Distance	Pipes Cisterns, Work Time
Geometry	Set Theory	Mensuration	Co-Geo	Pipes Trigonometry
Functions	Linear & Quadratic	Polynomials	Inequalities	Progression and Permutation Probability

VARC Topics from CAT Previous Question Papers

Sentence Correction	Para Jumble	Paragraph Completion	Sentence Elimination	Reading Comprehension
Word Usage	Critical Reasoning	Text Completion	Para Summary

DILR Important Topics Based on CAT Question Papers

Pie Charts	Bar Graphs	Word Problems	Multiple Graphs	Line Graphs
Grid Puzzles	Sequencing	Visualization	Math Puzzles	Other Patterns

Steps to Fill the CAT 2024 Application Form

CAT Exam Pattern 2024

To have a better idea about the number of questions and associated time for the same you can refer to the table given below:

Sections	Number of Questions	Time in Minutes
Quantitative Ability	22	40
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning	20	40
Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension	24	40
Total	66	120

Section Wise Pattern

Sections	Total Questions	MCQs	Non-MCQs
Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)	24	19	5
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)	20	15	5
Quantitative Aptitude (QA)	22	14	8
Total	66	48	18

Marking Scheme

Section	Total Marks
Quantitative Ability	102
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning	96
Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension	102
Total Marks	300

CAT 2024 Exam Slots

The CAT exams are placed in three sessions, and the timings of the slots will be updated as per the official notification.

Slot 1 – Morning session: 8:30 am – 10:30 am (tentative)

Slot 2 – Afternoon session: 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm (tentative)

Slot 3 – Evening session: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm (tentative)

Frequently Asked Questions: (FAQs)

Ques. Why are CAT Previous Years' Question Papers important?

Ans. Practising with previous years' CAT papers offers several benefits:

Exam Pattern & Time Management: You'll gain insights into the current exam format, including the number of questions in each section and the time allotted. This helps you develop a time management strategy for the actual exam.
Recurring Topics & Concepts: By analyzing past papers, you can identify frequently tested topics and concepts. This allows you to prioritize your study plan and focus on areas with higher weightage.
Test Simulation & Strategy Development: Solving past papers under timed conditions simulates the real exam environment. This helps you identify your strengths and weaknesses, refine your test-taking approach, and build exam confidence.

Ques. How far back should I go when practising with previous years' papers?

Ans. It's generally recommended to focus on solving papers from the past 5-10 years. The CAT exam pattern and question styles can evolve, so focusing on more recent papers ensures you're practising with the most relevant material.

Ques. How often should I solve previous years' papers?

Ans. Regularly solving past papers is an effective way to gauge your progress and identify areas for improvement. Aim to incorporate past paper practice into your study routine at least once a week as you get closer to the exam date.

Ques. What should I do after solving a previous year's paper?

Ans. After attempting a past paper, thoroughly review your answers. Analyze the solutions provided to understand the concepts tested and alternative approaches you might have missed. This will solidify your understanding and help you avoid similar mistakes in the future.