Cracking CAT Examination

Few Tips and Tricks

CAT or Common Admission Test is a national exam conducted every year by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) on a rotational basis. It is specifically designed to assess the aptitude of graduates who want to pursue management education. By getting through this test, the management aspirants will be able to get into IIMs and other top business schools in India.

As  CAT Exam date is commencing the aspirants need consider a lot of components  before appearing for the examination, and one might be not sure as to where and how to begin. As time is short, it is important to follow the below given important guidelines and do well in the forthcoming test.

In this article, we are going to discuss the test pattern and some skills which will help you to crack the CAT Examination.

Test Pattern of CAT

The CAT exam is a computer-based test that consists of 100 questions divided into three sections. Each section has a time limit of 40 minutes, and there is no break between sections. For each correct answer, candidates receive 3 marks. There is a negative marking of 1 mark for each incorrect answer.

The CAT syllabus is divided into three sections: Quantitative Aptitude (QA): This section covers topics such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and mensuration. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC). This section covers topics such as verbal reasoning, reading comprehension, and grammar.

Time Management

Time management is an important factor to be considered right from the start of CAT preparation. As there is a sectional time limit of 40 minutes. During preparation, one should keep a track of the time taken to solve each question. In due course of time, one must focus on improving his/her speed and accuracy of solving questions.

Shortcut Skills

Using shortcut methods to solve questions saves a great deal of time. So one should keep in mind the shortcut tricks that the mentors have taught, and ensure to make a note of them and review them regularly.

Previous Year Questions

Practicing previous year question papers and mock tests definitely helps one to identify his strengths and weaknesses and work accordingly.

Choice of Questions

One of the most important factors in cracking CAT is the choice of questions. One has to ensure to analyze a question carefully before attempting it, and proceed further only if there is adequate confidence to solve it.

Enhancing Vocabulary

To enrich one’s vocabulary and reading skills, the aspirants should read a lot of books, editorials, newspapers, and journals.

All the above type of trainings are given at Poddar International College which is  one of the top Management Institute in Rajasthan running PGDM and MBA courses successfully since last many years. The trainings are given through the Training and Placement Cell, which is regularly providing sessions on the above-discussed skills. If you consider the above parameters in mind then nothing can stop you from cracking CAT.

Poddar International College wishes you All the Best for the CAT Exam.