It is one of the most competitive exams for pursuing a MBA or related management programmes.
The registration process for the Common Admission Test (CAT) examination is over. It is necessary to pass the CAT exam for admission in the country’s top management college like IIM. Candidates can check all the latest updates related to CAT 2024 on the official website: iimcat.ac.in. CAT is a national-level entrance exam conducted annually in India for admission into the prestigious Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other top business schools (B-schools). It is one of the most competitive exams for pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or related postgraduate management programmes.
The CAT exam will be held in exactly two months from now, that is November 24. To prepare for CAT in 2 months without going to coaching, a smart strategy has to be made. With these tips, you can prepare for the examination by sitting at home.
Divide the preparation of CAT 2024 into these 5 steps-
Step 1: Understand the CAT pattern and syllabus
1. Understand the CAT pattern and syllabus thoroughly.
2. Understand the 3 sections of the exam – Quantitative Ability (QA), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC).
Step 2: Gather CAT study material
1. Gather good books and study material for your CAT preparation.
2. Take CAT online courses and appear for the mock tests.
Step 3: Make a study plan
1. Revise key concepts, focus on your weaker areas.
2. Manage your time to study daily.
3. Focus on speed and accuracy by solving practice questions and taking sectional tests.
Step 4: Practise and give Mock Tests
1. Start with sectional mocks, and once you are comfortable, move to full-length mocks.
2. Evaluate your preparation through mock tests.
3. Learn from your mistakes.
Step 5: Time Management and Stress Management
1. Develop time management skills.
2. Do yoga, meditation and exercise to manage stress.
CAT Study Material: Some good books for CAT preparation are:
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Arun Sridhar and PK Mishra – Quantitative Ability for CAT and GMAT2. Nishit K Sinha – Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning3. Arun Sridhar and PK Mishra – Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension
CAT Online Course:
1. IIM Online Course for CAT
2. MBA Anubhav Online Course for CAT
3. Times Education Online Course for CAT
With just two months, focus on consistency, daily practice, mock tests, and analysis. Identify your strengths and weaknesses early and work hard on weaker areas while honing your strengths. Time management and accuracy will be key to success.
