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CAT Syllabus 2024<\/strong> –<\/strong> CAT 2024, the Common Admission Test for MBA aspirants, features a robust syllabus and exam pattern. The assessment comprises sections on Quantitative Ability, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation, and Logical Reasoning. Aspiring candidates must thoroughly understand and prepare for these diverse components to excel in this highly competitive examination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\u00a0CAT 2024<\/strong>\u00a0syllabus encompasses three critical sections:\u00a0Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)<\/strong>,\u00a0Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)<\/strong>, and\u00a0Quantitative Aptitude (QA)<\/strong>. Here is the Overview of CAT EXAM 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Particulars<\/strong><\/th>Details<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
CAT exam sections<\/td>Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)
Quantitative Aptitude (QA)<\/td><\/tr>
Time Duration of CAT exam section-wise<\/td>40 minutes per section (Total 120 minutes) 66<\/td><\/tr>
Total number of questions<\/td>VARC – 24
DILR – 20
QA – 22<\/td><\/tr>
Total marks<\/td>198<\/td><\/tr>
Language of question paper<\/td>English<\/td><\/tr>
Type of questions<\/td>MCQs and Non-MCQ<\/td><\/tr>
Marking Scheme<\/td>Each question will carry 3 marks1 mark negative marking for every wrong answer, No negative marking for Non-MCQs<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

CAT 2024 Syllabus – Important Dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

CAT 2024 Syllabus is crucial for MBA aspirants. Important dates include registration, admit card release, exam day, and result announcement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CAT 2024 Important Dates & Timeline<\/strong><\/td>Important dates (Tentative)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
CAT 2024 Notification Date<\/strong><\/td>Last week of July 2024<\/td><\/tr>
CAT Registration Start Date 2024<\/strong><\/td>First week of August, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
CAT 2024 Last Date of Registration<\/strong><\/td>First week of September 2024<\/td><\/tr>
CAT 2024 Registration Fees<\/strong><\/td>Rs.2500<\/td><\/tr>
CAT 2024 Exam Date<\/strong><\/td>November 24, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
CAT 2024 Result Date<\/strong><\/td>First week of January 2025<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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CAT Syllabus 2024 – Quant Syllabus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

CAT 2024 Quantitative section assesses mathematical proficiency. Topics include Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Number System, and Modern Mathematics. In this challenging section, candidates encounter a diverse array of mathematical problems. The questions demand not only a solid grasp of fundamental concepts but also the ability to apply them creatively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Topics<\/th>Duration of Topics<\/th>Sub-Topics<\/th>Appln. Sessions<\/th>Concptl. Sessions<\/th>Total Videos<\/th>Total Practice Qs.<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Numbers<\/strong><\/td>3 weeks<\/td>1. Numbers Basics
2. Divisibility
3. Remainders
4. HCF & LCM
5. Tips, Shortcuts & Practice<\/td>		6<\/td>4<\/td>99<\/td>290<\/td><\/tr>
Arithmetic<\/strong><\/td>4 weeks<\/td>1. Percentages
2. Profit & Loss
3. Dishonest Seller
4. Simple & Compound Interest
5. Instalments
6. Averages
7. Ratio & Proportion
8. Mixture & Alligation
9. Time & Work<\/td>		9<\/td>6<\/td>176<\/td>585<\/td><\/tr>
Time, Speed & Distance<\/strong><\/td>2 weeks<\/td>1. TSD: Basics
2. Relative Speed
3. Circular Motion
4. Tricks to Solve TSD Questions<\/td>		5<\/td>5<\/td>53<\/td>215<\/td><\/tr>
Modern Math<\/strong><\/td>3 weeks<\/td>1. Permutations & Combinations: Basics
2. Arranging Distinct and Identical Things
3. Finding the Number of Solutions to Equations
4. Balls & Boxes : Practice Questions
5. Probability<\/td>		6<\/td>4<\/td>102<\/td>250<\/td><\/tr>
Algebra<\/strong><\/td>4 weeks<\/td>1. Algebra Basics
2. Quadratic Equations
3. Inequalities
4. Maxima Minima
5. Logarithm & Modulus
6. Graphs
7. Functions
8. Integral Solutions<\/td>		8<\/td>6<\/td>155<\/td>365<\/td><\/tr>
Progression & Series<\/strong><\/td>1 week<\/td>1. Sequence & Series (AP, GP, A.G.P)
2. Special Series & Function<\/td>		2<\/td>1<\/td>36<\/td>80<\/td><\/tr>
Geometry<\/strong><\/td>3 weeks<\/td>1. Lines & Angles
2. Triangles & Other Polygons
3. Circles
Quadrilaterals
4. 3-D Mensuration<\/td>		5<\/td>5<\/td>106<\/td>230<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>
Total<\/strong><\/td>20 weeks<\/strong><\/td>\u2013<\/td>40<\/strong><\/td>31<\/strong><\/td>727<\/strong><\/td>2015<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tfoot><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

CAT 2024 Syllabus – LRDI Syllabus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

CAT 2024 LRDI section assesses logical and data interpretation skills. Topics include puzzles, sets, graphs, and various reasoning scenarios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Topics<\/th>Duration of Topics<\/th>Appln. Sessions<\/th>Concptl. Sessions<\/th>Total Videos<\/th>Total Practice Qs.<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Data Interpretation<\/strong>
1. Intro & Tools
2. Tables \u2013 1
3. Line & Bar Graphs
4. Pie Charts
5. Misc. Graphs<\/td>		4 weeks<\/td>8<\/td>4<\/td>40<\/td>152<\/td><\/tr>
Cubes<\/td>1 week<\/td>2<\/td>1<\/td>10<\/td>28<\/td><\/tr>
Linear Arrangements<\/td>1 week<\/td>3<\/td>1<\/td>15<\/td>33<\/td><\/tr>
Circular Arrangements<\/td>1 week<\/td>6<\/td>4<\/td>102<\/td>250<\/td><\/tr>
Venn Diagrams<\/td>2 weeks<\/td>8<\/td>6<\/td>155<\/td>365<\/td><\/tr>
Distribution<\/td>1 week<\/td>2<\/td>1<\/td>36<\/td>80<\/td><\/tr>
Selection<\/td>1 week<\/td>5<\/td>5<\/td>106<\/td>230<\/td><\/tr>
Binary Logics<\/td>1 week<\/td>2<\/td>1<\/td>10<\/td>28<\/td><\/tr>
Games & Tournaments<\/td>2 week<\/td>4<\/td>2<\/td>20<\/td>48<\/td><\/tr>
Network Flow Diagrams<\/td>1 week<\/td>1<\/td>1<\/td>5<\/td>23<\/td><\/tr>
Quant Based DI<\/td>1 week<\/td>1<\/td>2<\/td>5<\/td>26<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>
Total<\/strong><\/td>16 weeks<\/strong><\/td>29<\/strong><\/td>16<\/strong><\/td>155<\/strong><\/td>470<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tfoot><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

CAT 2024 Syllabus – VARC Syllabus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

CAT 2024 VARC assesses language skills. Topics include Reading Comprehension, Para-jumbles, Sentence Correction, and Vocabulary-based questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Topics<\/th>Duration of Topics<\/th>Appln. Sessions<\/th>Concptl. Sessions<\/th>Total Videos<\/th>Total Practice Qs.<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Grammar<\/strong>
1. Parallel Errors
2. Adverbs
3. Subject-Verb Agreement<\/td>		1.5 weeks<\/td>3<\/td>1<\/td>36<\/td>116<\/td><\/tr>
Reading Comprehension<\/strong>
1. Science & Tech.
2. Business & Economics
3. Arts, Society & Culture
4. History & Politics
5. Philosophy & Psychology
6. Mixed<\/td>		10 weeks<\/td>20<\/td>10<\/td>19<\/td>214<\/td><\/tr>
Para Summary<\/td>1 week<\/td>2<\/td>1<\/td>24<\/td>81<\/td><\/tr>
Para Completion<\/td>0.5 week<\/td>1<\/td>1<\/td>12<\/td>46<\/td><\/tr>
Odd One Out<\/td>1 weeks<\/td>2<\/td>1<\/td>24<\/td>81<\/td><\/tr>
Para Jumbles<\/td>1 week<\/td>2<\/td>1<\/td>24<\/td>184<\/td><\/tr>
Critical Reasoning & FIJ<\/td>1.5 weeks<\/td>3<\/td>1<\/td>36<\/td>103<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>
Total<\/strong><\/td>16.5 weeks<\/strong><\/td>33<\/strong><\/td>16<\/strong><\/td>246<\/strong><\/td>824<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tfoot><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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CAT 2024 Syllabus – Quant Preparation Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Master CAT 2024 Quantitative section with effective preparation. Emphasize key topics, practice regularly, and build strong problem-solving skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Understand Every Topic:<\/strong>\n