CAT Previous Year Question Paper

The Common Admission Test preparation can be quite a challenging task for many aspirants. But, at the digital platform of SelfStudys, you can solve the CAT previous year paper free of cost, and enhance your preparation. Through this practice, you can get familiar with the different aspects of the exam like pattern, question types, difficulty levels, marking scheme, and so on very easily. 

Additionally, by solving the CAT previous year question paper (PYQ), you can notice any repeated patterns and key topics. Then, you can focus on them properly during your study sessions. Regular practice of the PYQs will improve your overall exam performance significantly. It will also take you one step closer to pursuing the master’s degree in your preferred Indian Institute of Management (IIM).

Important Dates For Common Admission Test 2025

If you are planning to take the Common Admission Test 2025, then you must be aware of the dates related to it. We have mentioned all the important dates in a tabular format below for your reference.

EVENT	DATES (Tentative)
CAT Registration Starts	First Week of August 2025
CAT Registration Closes	Second Week of September 2025
CAT Admit Card Download	First Week of November 2025
Common Admission Test	Last Week of November, 2025
CAT Result Declaration	Second week of January, 2026 (Tentative)

Overview Of The Common Admission Test 

Through the Common Admission Test, you are eligible to take admission into any one of the 21 Indian Institutes of Management. Some important information regarding this test is mentioned in detail below. 

ASPECTS	DETAILS
Test Name	CAT: Common Admission Test
Test Conducting Organization in 2024	IIM Calcutta
Level of the Test	National level
Test Frequency	Once a year
Mode of the Test	Online: Computer-based test
Number of Sections in the Test	3 sections Section 1: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension Section 2: Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning Section 3: Quantitative Ability
Test Duration	120 minutes  40 minutes for each section.
Types of Questions in the Test	Multiple-choice questions Non-multiple-choice questions
Number of Questions in Each Section	Total: 68 questions Section 1: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension- 24 questions  Section 2: Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning- 22 questions Section 3: Quantitative Ability- 22 questions
Total and Section-Wise Marks	Total: 204 marks  Section 1: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension- 72 marks Section 2: Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning- 66 marks Section 3: Quantitative Ability- 66 marks
Marking Scheme	+3 marks for each correct MCQ or Non-MCQ. -1 mark for each incorrect MCQ. 0 marks for each incorrect Non-MCQ. 0 marks for unattempted questions.

CAT Previous Year Question Paper ( PYQs) Available For Different Sections

There are mainly three sections included in the CAT previous year question paper (PYQ)- Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Ability (QA) . The expert team of SelfStudys provides these papers for every section in separate PDFs. With the help of this feature, you can have focused study sessions and master each section in an effective manner. You may also give more time to the section that you find challenging and improve your understanding properly by solving the papers.

Years	Slot-Wise
CAT 2024 Question Paper	CAT 2024 - Slot 1 - VARC CAT 2024 - Slot 1 - DILR CAT 2024 - Slot 1 - QA CAT 2024 - Slot 2 - VARC CAT 2024 - Slot 2 - DILR CAT 2024 - Slot 2 - QA CAT 2024 - Slot 3 - VARC CAT 2024 - Slot 3 - DILR CAT 2024 - Slot 3 - QA
CAT 2023 Question Paper	CAT 2023 - Slot 1 - VARC CAT 2023 - Slot 1 - DILR CAT 2023 - Slot 1 - QA CAT 2023 - Slot 2 - VARC CAT 2023 - Slot 2 - DILR CAT 2023 - Slot 2 - QA CAT 2023 - Slot 3 - VARC CAT 2023 - Slot 3 - DILR CAT 2023 - Slot 3 - QA
CAT 2022 Question Paper	CAT 2022 - Slot 1 - VARC CAT 2022 - Slot 1 - DILR CAT 2022 - Slot 1 - QA CAT 2022 - Slot 2 - VARC CAT 2022 - Slot 2 - DILR CAT 2022 - Slot 2 - QA CAT 2022 - Slot 3 - VARC CAT 2022 - Slot 3 - DILR CAT 2022 - Slot 3 - QA
CAT 2021 Question Paper	CAT 2021 - Slot 1 - VARC CAT 2021 - Slot 1 - DILR CAT 2021 - Slot 1 - QA CAT 2021 - Slot 2 - VARC CAT 2021 - Slot 2 - DILR CAT 2021 - Slot 2 - QA CAT 2021 - Slot 3 - VARC CAT 2021 - Slot 3 - DILR CAT 2021 - Slot 3 - QA
CAT 2020 Question Paper	CAT 2020 - Slot 1 - VARC CAT 2020 - Slot 1 - DILR CAT 2020 - Slot 1 - QA CAT 2020 - Slot 2 - VARC CAT 2020 - Slot 2 - DILR CAT 2020 - Slot 2 - QA CAT 2020 - Slot 3 - VARC CAT 2020 - Slot 3 - DILR CAT 2020 - Slot 3 - QA
CAT 2019 Question Paper	CAT 2019 - Slot 1 - VARC CAT 2019 - Slot 1 - DILR CAT 2019 - Slot 1 - QA CAT 2019 - Slot 2 - VARC CAT 2019 - Slot 2 - DILR CAT 2019 - Slot 2 - QA
CAT 2018 Question Paper	CAT 2018 - Slot 1 - VARC CAT 2018 - Slot 1 - DILR CAT 2018 - Slot 1 - QA CAT 2018 - Slot 2 - VARC CAT 2018 - Slot 2 - DILR CAT 2018 - Slot 2 - QA
CAT 2017 Question Paper	CAT 2017 - Slot 1 - VARC CAT 2017 - Slot 1 - DILR CAT 2017 - Slot 1 - QA CAT 2017 - Slot 2 - VARC CAT 2017 - Slot 2 - DILR CAT 2017 - Slot 2 - QA

CAT Previous Year Question Paper PDF Year-Wise

You can explore the year-wise CAT exam previous year question paper on our website free of cost. We have several PYPs that can help you learn about the topics that are frequently tested in the exam. You can also check for any changes in the exam pattern by going through these past papers. By solving this variety of CAT previous year paper (PYP), you can increase your question bank immensely and develop efficient test-taking strategies. The direct links to reach any of the year-wise PYP are mentioned below.

Years	Slot-Wise
CAT 2024 Question Paper	CAT 2024 Question Paper Slot 1 CAT 2024 Question Paper Slot 2 CAT 2024 Question Paper Slot 3
CAT 2023 Question Paper	CAT 2023 Question Paper Slot 1 CAT 2023 Question Paper Slot 2 CAT 2023 Question Paper Slot 3
CAT 2022 Question Paper	CAT 2022 Question Paper Slot 1 CAT 2022 Question Paper Slot 2 CAT 2022 Question Paper Slot 3
CAT 2021 Question Paper	CAT 2021 Question Paper Slot 1 CAT 2021 Question Paper Slot 2 CAT 2021 Question Paper Slot 3
CAT 2020 Question Paper	CAT 2020 Question Paper Slot 1 CAT 2020 Question Paper Slot 2 CAT 2020 Question Paper Slot 3
CAT 2019 Question Paper	CAT 2019 Question Paper Slot 1 CAT 2019 Question Paper Slot 2
CAT 2018 Question Paper	CAT 2018 Question Paper Slot 1 CAT 2018 Question Paper Slot 2
CAT 2017 Question Paper	CAT 2017 Question Paper Shift Question Paper 1 CAT 2017 Question Paper Shift Question Paper 2
CAT 2008 Question Paper	CAT 2008 Question Paper with Answers
CAT 2007 Question Paper	CAT 2007 Question Paper with Answers
CAT 2006 Question Paper	CAT 2006 Question Paper with Answers
CAT 2005 Question Paper	CAT 2005 Question Paper with Answers
CAT 2004 Question Paper	CAT 2004 Question Paper with Answers
CAT 2003 Question Paper	CAT 2003 Question Paper with Answers
CAT 2002 Question Paper	CAT 2002 Question Paper with Answers
CAT 2001 Question Paper	CAT 2001 Question Paper with Answers
CAT 2000 Question Paper	CAT 2000 Question Paper with Solution

CAT Previous Year Paper With Solutions

Every CAT previous year question paper PDF free download is available with accurate solutions on SelfStudys. All the answers are created by our team of highly educated professionals. Furthermore, every solution is accompanied by a step-wise explanation with which you can learn the underlying principles of the questions. Through these solutions, you can cross-check your responses and understand the areas where you excelled or made mistakes. Then, you can adjust your study plan accordingly to focus on the areas that require more improvement. 

How To Get The CAT Previous Year Question Paper PDF Free Download From SelfStudys?

You will be able to access and download the CAT previous year question paper with solutions from our digital platform with the help of the steps mentioned below. 

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• Soon, your screen will showcase a new page that includes the year-wise CAT previous year question paper download.

 

• You can now select any year for which you want to solve the CAT previous year question paper and tap on its icon. 

• The CAT previous year question paper PDF for different slots will be accessible to you. 

 

• You can click on the CAT exam previous year question paper of any slot to move forward in the process. 

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• You can either solve the paper online or click on the ‘Download PDF’ icon to save the CAT previous year question paper with solutions on your device. 

Eligibility Criteria For The Common Admission Test

If you are planning to take the upcoming Common Admission Test (CAT), then you must keep some points in mind regarding eligibility. We have mentioned these points in detail below. 

• You need to have a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA. In the case of belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), or Persons with Disability (PwD) categories, then 45% marks or equivalent CGPA is required. Your bachelor’s degree can be from any recognized university or educational institution. 

• You can also apply for the CAT if you are appearing in the final year of your bachelor’s degree or are waiting for the results. 

• You need to fulfill any one of the following conditions in order to apply for the CAT:
  • A completed Bachelor’s degree with the required marks percentage. 
  • A completed Professional degree (CA/CS/ICWA (CMA)/ Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries of India (FIAI) with the required percentage. 
  • Be in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree with the required percentage. 

• The respective Indian Institute of Management can verify your eligibility at various stages of the selection process. 

• You need to declare and maintain a valid and unique email account as well as a mobile phone number throughout the selection process. 

Common Admission Test Reservation Criteria

Under the reservation criteria for CAT, several seats are reserved for people of different categories. Some important points related to these criteria are given in detail below. 

• According to the legal requirements, the different percentages of seats reserved for the candidates are as follows:
  • Schedule Caste (SC): 15%
  • Schedule Tribe (ST): 7.5%
  • Other Backward Classes- ‘non-creamy layer’ (NC-OBC): 27%
  • Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): up to 10%

• 5% of seats are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD). The categories of disability are: 
  • Blindness and low vision 
  • Deaf and hard of hearing 
  • Locomotor disability, including cerebral palsy, leprosy, dwarfism, acid attack victims, and muscular dystrophy. 
  • Autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability, and mental illness 
  • Multiple disabilities from amongst persons under clauses (a) to (d).
  • Other ‘specified disabilities’ are mentioned in ‘The Schedule’ of the RPwD Act 2016. 

• If you belong to the reserved categories, then you need to note the eligibility requirements carefully before applying. 

• It should be noted that while it is the endeavor of IIMs that the candidates belonging to SC/ST/NC-OBC/EWS/PwD categories join the program, they have to meet the minimum eligibility criteria. A certain minimum level of performance is also to be considered for the admission process.

• You should read the updated description of the selection process followed by each IIM on their respective websites. No change in the category will be entertained after CAT registration. That’s why, you are advised to pay attention while registering.

Additional Information For Different Reservation Categories In The Common Admission Test

You can check out some more information regarding the reservation categories with the help of the image displayed below. 

What Programs Are Offered In Different Indian Institutes Of Management Through The Common Admission Test?

All the 21 Indian Institutes of Management offer different post-graduate courses in management. For detailed information about these courses, you can check out the table described below. 

INSTITUTE	PROGRAM	WEBSITE ADDRESS
IIM Ahmedabad	PGP, PGP-FABM, ePGD-ABA (ePost Graduate Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics)	https://www.iima.ac.in/
IIM Amritsar	MBA, MBA-Business Analytics, MBA-HRM, EMBA, M.Sc. in Data Science (MSDSM) jointly offered with IIT Ropar	https://www.iimamritsar.ac.in/
IIM Bangalore	PGP, PGPEM, PGPBA	https://www.iimb.ac.in/
IIM Bodh Gaya	MBA, MBA (Digital Business Management), MBA (Hospital and Healthcare Management)	https://iimbg.ac.in/
IIM Calcutta	MBA	https://www.iimcal.ac.in/
IIM Indore	PGP, PGP-HRM, MSDSM (Master of Science in Data Science and Management)	https://www.iimidr.ac.in/
IIM Jammu	MBA, MBA (Hospital Administration & Healthcare Management), Executive MBA	https://www.iimj.ac.in/
IIM Kashipur	MBA, MBA (Analytics), EMBA, EMBAA (Executive Master of Business Administration Analytics)	https://www.iimkashipur.ac.in/
IIM Kozhikode	PGP, PGP-BL, PGP-F, PGP-LSM, EPGP-IL, EPGP Kochi	https://www.iimk.ac.in/
lIM Lucknow	MBA, MBA-ABM, MBA-SM, PGPWE	https://www.iiml.ac.in/
IIM Mumbai	MBA, MBA (Operations and Supply Chain Management), MBA (Sustainability Management)	https://www.iimmumbai.ac.in/
IIM Nagpur	MBA, E-MBA	https://www.iimnagpur.ac.in/
IIM Raipur	MBA	https://iimraipur.ac.in/
IIM Ranchi	MBA, MBA-HRM, MBA (Business Analytics)	https://iimranchi.ac.in/
IIM Rohtak	PGP, EPGDSM, PGPx	https://www.iimrohtak.ac.in/
IIM Sambalpur	MBA, Executive MBA, MBA for Working Professionals	https://iimsambalpur.ac.in/
IIM Shillong	PGP, PGPEX, PGP (WE)	https://www.iimshillong.ac.in/
IIM Sirmaur	MBA, MBA (Tourism Management), MBA (Travel, Tourism and Hospitality), ExMBA, ExMBA (Digital Transformation & Analytics), MBA (Family Business)	https://www.iimsirmaur.ac.in/
IIM Tiruchirappalli	PGPM (MBA), PGPM-HR (MBA-HR), PGPBM (MBA for Working Executives in Chennai)	https://www.iimtrichy.ac.in/
IIM Udaipur	MBA, MBA- DEM (Digital Enterprise Management), MBAGSCM (Global Supply Chain Management), Executive MBA (Online)	https://www.iimu.ac.in/
IIM Visakhapatnam	PGP, EMBA, PGPMCI	https://www.iimv.ac.in/

CAT Syllabus For Different Sections 

In this section, we have mentioned the CAT syllabus for all three sections from which the CAT previous year question paper was created. You can go through the table given below for more details. 

SECTION	SYLLABUS
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension	Fill in the blanks	Sentence completion
	Idioms	One-word substitution
	Para completion and inference	Foreign language words in English
	Syllogisms	Parts of speech
	Verbal logic	Different usage of the same word
	Analogies	Preposition
	Verbal reasoning	Grammar
	Antonyms	Types of clauses
	Subject-verb agreement	Reading comprehension
	Jumbled paragraphs	Phrases modifiers
	Para jumbles	Errors in tenses
	Sentence correction	Articles usage
Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning	Blood Relations	Direction Sense
	Puzzles	Proposition
	Clocks and Calendars	Family Tree
	Sets and Caselets	Data Sufficiency
	Syllogism	Tables
	Bars and Line Graphs	Assumptions
	Series	Coding-Decoding
	Data Arrangement	Seating Arrangement
	Statements	Binary Logic
	Data Structures	Pie Charts
	Venn Diagram	-
Quantitative Ability	Geometry	Logarithms
	Inequalities	Partnership
	Ratios and Proportion	Number System
	Trigonometry	Square Root
	Quadratic and Linear Equations	Cube Root
	Work and Time	Geometric Progression
	Algebra	Probability
	Surds and Indices	Mean, Mode, and Median
	Percentages	Binomial Theorem
	Mensuration	Simple and Compound Interest
	Time, Speed, and Distance	Profit and Loss

What Are The High-Scoring Topics In The CAT Exam Previous Year Question Paper?

In all three sections of the CAT previous year question paper PDF, there are many topics with which you can increase your scoring potential. Some of the high-scoring topics in different sections and their difficulty levels are mentioned below for your reference. 

HIGH-SCORING TOPICS IN VARC
Topics	Number of Questions	Difficulty Level
Reading Comprehension	16	Moderate to Difficult
VA-Para jumbles	3	Moderate to Difficult
VA-Odd Sentence	2	Easy to Moderate
VA-Summary	3	Easy to Moderate
Total	24	Moderate to Difficult
HIGH-SCORING TOPICS IN DILR
Data Interpretation- Set 1	5	Easy
Data Interpretation- Set 2	5	Moderate
Logical Reasoning- Set 3	5	Moderate to Difficult
Logical Reasoning- Set 4	5	Moderate
Total	20	Moderate to Difficult
HIGH-SCORING TOPICS IN QA
Arithmetic	8	Moderate to Difficult
Algebra	7	Moderate to Difficult
Geometry	3	Moderate to Difficult
Modern Maths	2	Moderate to Difficult
Number System	2	Moderate to Difficult
Total	22	Moderate to Difficult

Why Should You Solve The CAT Previous Year Paper?

The CAT previous year question paper download plays a crucial role in enhancing your preparation and improving your performance. In this section, we have described the importance of the PYPs for your reference. 

• With the help of the CAT previous year question paper PDF free download, you can get a clear picture and insights into the overall structure, typical question types, and the difficulty level of the exam. This knowledge can help you to align your preparation with the actual exam format. 

• You can develop efficient and effective methods to tackle different question types by reviewing the CAT previous year question paper with solutions. Additionally, you can refine your test-taking techniques and enhance your problem-solving skills. 

• The CAT previous year paper explains the complex nature of the questions, which can help you to prepare for a wide range of difficulty levels. You will also be able to avoid any surprises during the exam by solving the papers beforehand. 

• By practicing with the CAT previous year question paper PDF, you can reinforce your understanding of the fundamental concepts and key topics. Your ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems also enhances which solidifies your conceptual understanding. 

Analysis Of Common Admission Tests for The Past Many Years

The subject-matter experts at SelfStudys have analyzed the CAT previous year question paper of the past many years. This analysis is done to check any emerging trends, difficulty levels, overall weightage, and frequently tested topics in the exam. For your reference, we have explained the details of this analysis through the table below. 

Analysis Of Common Admission Test

Quiz Name	DIFFICULTY LEVEL	OVERALL WEIGHTAGE	MOST IMPORTANT TOPICS AND THEIR WEIGHTAGE	PATTERN OBSERVATIONS
2018	Moderate to High	QA: 65% DILR: 20% VARC: 15%	Arithmetic: 25% Algebra: 30% Geometry: 20% Data Interpretation: 15% Reading Comprehension: 10%	In this CAT previous year question paper PDF, the focus was more on Arithmetic and Algebra. The data interpretation section was moderately difficult.
2019	High	QA: 55% DILR: 30% VARC: 15%	Data Interpretation: 30% Algebra: 25% Arithmetic: 20% Geometry: 15% Reading Comprehension: 10%	A significant focus in this CAT exam previous year question paper was on data interpretation with challenging sets
2020	Moderate	QA: 70% DILR: 20% VARC: 10%	Arithmetic: 30% Algebra: 25% Geometry: 15% Data Interpretation: 20% Reading Comprehension: 10%	This CAT previous year paper had a balanced distribution with moderate difficulty in the sections of data interpretation and reading comprehension.
2021	High	QA: 60% DILR: 25% VARC: 15%	Algebra: 35% Number Systems: 20% Geometry: 20% Data Interpretation: 25%	In this CAT previous year question paper PDF, there was an increased focus on Algebra and Number Systems with very tough data interpretation sets.
2022	Moderate to High	QA: 65% DILR: 20% VARC: 15%	Arithmetic: 25% Algebra: 30% Geometry: 25% Data Interpretation: 15% Reading Comprehension: 5%	The reading comprehension was relatively easier in this CAT exam previous year question paper. High-level focus was on Algebra and Geometry.
2023	High	QA: 55% DILR: 30% VARC: 15%	Data Interpretation: 30% Arithmetic: 20% Algebra: 25% Geometry: 15% Verbal Ability: 10%	The major focus of this CAT previous year question paper was on data interpretation and complex question sets.
2024	Moderate to High	QA: 45% DILR: 45% VARC: 15%	Arithmetic: 30% Algebra: 25% Data Interpretation: 20% Reading Comprehension: 15% Logical Reasoning: 10%	The major focus of this CAT previous year question paper was on data interpretation and complex question sets.

How To Use The CAT Previous Year Paper Effectively?

Common Admission Test is a highly competitive exam for admission into MBA programs in India. Using the CAT previous year question paper download is a very smart move during the preparation journey. We have discussed some points on how to utilize it effectively and increase your chances of success in the actual exam below in detail. 

• Initial Assessment: You can start solving a few CAT previous year question paper with solutions in the actual exam setting. In this way, you can understand your level of preparedness and make any changes in the study plan on the basis of your performance. 
• Detailed Analysis: You should notice the distribution of questions across different sections and topics in the CAT previous year question paper PDF free download. You can note down the question types that appear frequently as well as the ones that are quite challenging. 
• Focused Practice: By doing an analysis of your performance in the CAT previous year paper, you can pinpoint the areas where you performed poorly and need to practice more. Then, you can focus on the related topics and improve yourself properly. 
• Strategic Scheduling: In your study schedule, you have to allocate specific time slots for solving the CAT previous year question paper PDF. For example, you can solve the paper on weekends and dedicate weekdays to studying the theory portion. 
• Monitor Improvement: It is very important to check your performance on the CAT exam previous year question paper regularly. Then, you should adjust your study plan to focus on the areas where you see less improvement. 

Centers Where The Common Admission Test Will Be Conducted

The Common Admission Test in the year 2024 will be conducted in around 170 cities. You can pick around 5 test cities while applying for this exam. The authorities will allocate you a nearby test city as per the availability. Some of these test centers in the cities of different states are mentioned in the table below. 

STATE	TEST CITIES
Andaman & Nicobar Islands	Port Blair
Andhra Pradesh	Anantapur, Guntur, Kurnool, Rajahmundry, Visakhapatnam, Chirala, Kadapa, Tirupathi, Vizianagaram, Chittoor, Kakinada, Ongole
Arunachal Pradesh	Itanagar- Naharlagun
Assam	Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur
Bihar	Arrah, Darbhanga, Patna, Gaya, Purnea, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur
Chandigarh	Chandigarh- Mohali
Chhattisgarh	Bilaspur CG, Bhilai Nagar, Raipur
Delhi	New Delhi
Goa	Panaji- Madgaon
Gujarat	Ahmedabad, Anand, Gandhinagar, Surat, Vadodara, Vapi
Haryana	Ambala, Faridabad, Gurugram, Kurukshetra
Himachal Pradesh	Bilaspur-HP, Hamirpur, Kangra, Shimla
Jammu & Kashmir	Jammu, Samba, Srinagar
Jharkhand	Bokaro Steel City, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Ranchi
Karnataka	Belagavi, Bengaluru, Hubli-Dharwad, Kalaburagi, Mangaluru, Mysuru, Shivamogga, Udupi
Kerala	Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Kannur, Kollam, Kottayam, Malappuram, Thrissur, Trivandrum
Ladakh	Leh
Lakshadweep	Kavaratti
Madhya Pradesh	Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain
Maharashtra	Ahmednagar, Akola, Amravati, Aurangabad (CS Nagar), Bhiwandi, Chandrapur, Jalgaon, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Navi Mumbai, Palghar-Boisar, Pune, Raigad, Sangli, Satara, Solapur, Thane, Vasai
Manipur	Imphal
Meghalaya	Shillong
Mizoram	Aizawl
Nagaland	Kohima
Odisha	Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur
Puducherry	Puducherry
Punjab	Amritsar, Bhatinda, Jalandhar, Ludhiana- Phagwara, Patiala
Rajasthan	Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sikar, Udaipur
Tamil Nadu	Chennai, Coimbatore, Kanchipuram, Madurai, Salem, Tiruchirappalli,
Telangana	Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal
Tripura	Agartala
Uttar Pradesh	Agra, Aligarh, Bareilly, Ghaziabad, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mathura, Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Greater NOIDA, Prayagraj, Varanasi
Uttarakhand	Dehradun, Haldwani, Roorkee
West Bengal	Asansol-Durgapur, Burdwan, Howrah, Kalyani-Hooghly, Kolkata, Siliguri

How To Calculate The Score Of Common Admission Test?

In the image below, you can check out the steps that will help you calculate your overall score in the Common Admission Test. 

Best Books To Study While Preparing For The Common Admission Test

Apart from solving the CAT previous year paper, our subject-matter experts highly recommend you study the books that are mentioned while you preparing for the Common Admission Test.

SECTION	RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension	How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT- Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay
	30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary Mass Market Paperback- Wilfred Funk & Norman Lewis
	PSC for VA for CAT- Nishit K. Sinha
Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning	Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning- Gautam Puri
	Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT- Nishit K. Sinha
	Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency- Ananta Ashisha
	How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT- Arun Sharma
Quantitative Ability	NCERT Mathematics books (Class 9-10)- NCERT
	How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT- Arun Sharma
	Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT- Sarvesh Verma
	Quantitative Aptitude for CAT- Nishit Sinha
	Quantitative Aptitude- RS Aggarwal