CAT SYLLABUS 2021

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CAT syllabus is very generalized and vast. The IIMs does not have a fixed syllabus for CAT but the questions are mostly based on the middle school Maths and English topics. In this article, CAT students are provided with the latest CAT 2021 syllabus and PDF. It should be noted that the syllabus given here is generalized. Before going to the CAT syllabus 2021, it is important to note some important details about the CAT exam. The CAT (Common Admission Test) is a computer based test held in India every year by one of the IIM’s based on a policy of rotation. This test scores a person based on quantitative ability, verbal ability, data interpretation and logical reasoning. This test was started by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) to select students for their various business administration programs using the test. Before checking the detailed syllabus for CAT 2021, it is important to get an overview of the important topics from each section. Below is a table highlighting the important topics from the syllabus which are extremely crucial. The detailed weightages of the syllabus topics are given in detail below.

CAT Syllabus 2021: Overview

The detailed syllabus topics from each chapter is given in the table below and comprehensive analysis about the weightages of each chapter is also given for better understanding. It should be noted that CAT is conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management as a prerequisite for admission to various management programs of IIMs, Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and other institutions. CAT preparation is considered as the most crucial stepping stone for an IIM aspirant,where distinct planning and preparation according to the plan is required. Although, IIMs – who conduct the CAT exam do not release the syllabus for the CAT exam, it is deduced through previous year’s CAT exam pattern and questions. Our panel of experts have predefined the syllabus and structure according to the latest exam and have provided a general guideline for the paper to follow for success in this examination.

CAT Exam Syllabus 2021

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CAT Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus Weightage

In the quantitative aptitude section, there are a few topics which are extremely crucial and repeated every year in the CAT exam. In this section, 34 questions are asked of which 8-9 questions are TITA based. Some of the most important syllabus topics for CAT 2021 with their weightages are given below.

CAT Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension Syllabus Weightage

In verbal ability and reading comprehension section, 34 questions are included among which 7-8 questions are TITA based. Among these, the reading comprehension questions are the majority. Some of the important syllabus topics for CAT VARC section are given below.

CAT Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation Syllabus Weightage

In the CAT logical reasoning and data interpretation section, 32 questions are included with 8-9 TITA based questions. All the 32 questions are equally divided among both the questions and thus, each section comprises of 16 questions. In the logical section, questions from seating arrangement, blood relations, syllogisms, direction sense test, and other puzzles are included. In data interpretation section, tables, graphs and charts, and caselets are included. In DI section, questions come in 3-4 sets and candidates should understand the data sets properly to be able to attempt the complete set accurately. CAT syllabus does not predefine any specific topic or chapter on which the questions will be asked. One has to have a good fundamental knowledge of all the broad topics given above to be able to swiftly and accurately work out the problems related to respective section topics. BYJU’S CAT 2021 Program Structure has been planned and designed by India’s best CAT exam experts, which covers the entire CAT exam pattern planned in three phases of preparation:

CAT is an exam where success comes from solving a maximum number of questions in a minimum possible time. The module covers the entire CAT syllabus in an extensive yet comprehensive manner. Therefore, our CAT preparation modules are created in such a way that it ensures you to give your best shot. CAT 2021 will be tentatively conducted on last week of November 2021. The applications for the same will be available from August 2021. Prepare with BYJU’S and claim your spot at the IIMs with our CAT preparation tips and tricks. Explore BYJU’S Free Preparation tips :