CAT & MBA Entrance Exams (2026)

Achieve 99+ percentile in CAT, CMAT, and MAT exams. Dedicated non-engineer maths prep and complex logic puzzles.

About CAT & MBA Entrance Exams (2026)

The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a premier computer-based test for admission to Graduate Management Programs (MBA/PGDM) in IIMs and other top business schools in India. This course focuses on conceptual depth and logic-based shortcuts for non-engineers.

Notification Details

Notification is released in July, registration closes in September, and the exam is conducted on the last Sunday of November.

Important Dates

Notification: July 2026 Exam Date: November 2026

Eligibility Criteria

General Eligibility

No age bar. Open to graduates and final-year students.

Age Limit

No age limit.

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD).

Selection Process

1
CAT Exam Score
2
Written Ability Test (WAT) / Group Discussion (GD)
3
Personal Interview (PI)

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Exam Pattern

Total Duration: 120 minutes (40 minutes per section). Sections: 1. VARC (24 Qs), 2. DILR (20 Qs), 3. QA (22 Qs). Total Marks: 198.

Detailed Syllabus

Quantitative Aptitude (Algebra, Arithmetic, Geometry, Number System, Modern Math), Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (Puzzles, Arrangements, Graphs), Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension.

Analysis & Strategy

Previous Year Trends

Emphasis has shifted to conceptual depth rather than calculation speed. Quantitative section has a mix of MCQs and TITA (Type in the Answer) questions.

Cut-Off Analysis

Top IIMs require 99+ percentile. Baby IIMs and other top colleges accept 90-95 percentile.

Preparation Strategy

Work extensively on VARC reading speed. Solve complex logical puzzles daily. Master basic arithmetic and algebra concepts inside out.

Career Prospects

Job Profile

Corporate managers, strategy consultants, investment bankers, marketing directors, HR leads in top global firms.

Salary Information

Average packages at top IIMs range from Rs. 20 Lakhs to Rs. 35 Lakhs per annum.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are TITA questions in CAT?

TITA stands for 'Type in The Answer'. These are non-MCQ questions where you type the answer directly. They do not carry negative marking.

Can a non-engineer score 99 percentile in Quant?

Yes! The QA section tests up to Class 10 mathematics concepts. With proper logic and formula-free methods, non-engineers can excel.

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