Analysis of CAT Test 2013

Comprehensive and in-depth analysis of CAT 2013.

The CAT 2013 was a computer-based 27-day test that ran from 16 October 2013 to 11 November 2013. The CAT 2013 saw 2 sections. Each section had 30 questions and a time limit of 70 minutes. Candidates can only review each section within the time limit. However, candidates cannot go back to previous sections once they have moved on to the next.

Overview of the CAT Paper

Overview of the Different Sections

SECTIONAL ANALYSIS

SECTION I: Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning

Evaluation: The questions were moderately difficult. Reading comprehension passages were manageable. Only one of the three passages was difficult. The verbal ability questions covered all topics of English usage. Three sets of questions on logic reasoning were presented with three each.

SECTION II: Quantitative ability & DI

Evaluation: Questions about quantitative ability were based upon a variety of topics and required complex calculations. This section was challenging overall. Speed, clarity in the basics of DI, and impeccable time management were key factors to success.