Overview: Scheduled for November 24, the 2024 CAT exam is anticipated to be overseen by IIM Calcutta. The format of the exam consists of three main sections which are also called CAT subjects. Dive deeper to explore these CAT exam subjects in detail.

The CAT Subjects will help you understand the whole CAT exam syllabus and hence will help increase your chances of succeeding in the CAT entrance examination.
Let’s explore the CAT exam subjects in all the sections listed in the article below!

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Table of Content: Total CAT Subjects (Sections) in Exam CAT Subjects- Quantitative Aptitude (QA) CAT Subjects- Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation (LRDI) CAT Subjects- Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) CAT Exam Subject-wise Weightage

How many CAT Subjects (Sections) are there in the Exam?

The following are the three CAT Subjects (sections) are asked in the CAT exam: 

1. Quantitative Ability (QA)
2. Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)
3. Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)

CAT Subjects 2024 - Quantitative Aptitude

Quantitative Ability is a CAT subject wherein you are tested on the basis of your Maths skills. This CAT exam subjects contains an array of aptitude topics like Algebra, Arithmetic, Geometry, etc. Understanding of the concept along with the ability to pick up quick-to-do questions can boost your chances of scoring well in this section of CAT Exam.

Here tis the list of topics that you must cover in this CAT subject of Quantitative Aptitude:

CAT Subject Maths Topics	CAT Subject Maths Sub-Topics
Number System	Prime Factorization,
	Divisibility Rules,
	Finding Units place and tens place of a number,
	LCM and HCF,
	Indices and Surds,
	Cyclicity,
	Remainders,
	Base Change
	Factorial.
Arithmetic	Simple Interest and Compound Interest,
	Time, Distance and Speed,
	Mixtures and Allegations,
	Ratios, Proportions and Variations,
	Time and Work,
	Pipes and Cisterns,
	Percentages
	Averages,
	Profit and Loss
Geometry	Circles,
	Polygons,
	Triangles,
	Trigonometry,
	Lines and Angles,
	Coordinate Geometry
Algebra	Functions and Groups,
	Inequalities and Modulus,
	Logarithms,
	Maxima and Minima,
	Polynomials,
	Linear and Quadratic Equations,
	Algebraic Identities
Modern Mathematics	Probability,
	Permutations and Combinations,
	Set Theory
	Venn Diagram,
	AP, GP, HP
	Binomial theorem

Refer: CAT Exam Quantitative Aptitude Questions with Solution

CAT Subjects 2024 - Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation

DILR is a CAT subject or a section which tests your analytical skills by challenging you with different kinds of puzzles, graphs, images and charts. This is CAT subject is also designed in a way so that you are tested with various real business-oriented cases to check your logic.

Know the CAT exam subjects and sub-topics in Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation as per the CAT Syllabus 2024:

CAT Subjects LRDI Topics	CAT Subjects LRDI Sub-Topics
DI Topics	1. Tables
	2. Data Caselets – Reasoning-Based DI
	3. Column Graphs
	4. Bar Graphs
	5. Venn Diagrams
	6. Line Charts
	7. Pie Charts
	8. Scatter Plot
	9. Radar Chart
	10. Routes and Network
	11. Bubble Chart
LR Topics	1. Binary Logic
	2. Games and Tournaments
	3. Arrangements
	4. Team Formations
	5. Order and Ranking

Learn more: How to Prepare Data Interpretation For CAT 2024 Exam?

CAT Subjects 2024 - Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension

The VARC CAT subject or section is designed with a purpose to test whether you have the effective communication skillset to become a business enthusiast or to enter a corporate world. This is done by assessing you in terms of English language, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, etc.

A good hold in this CAT subject requires you to have a keen understanding of language and a critical reading skill.

PRO TIP: Involve yourself in a good reading practice with an ability to understand and comprehend the passages.

The topics you need to study and practice for the CAT subjects specifically for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension are: 

S.No.	Important Topics
1	English Usage or Grammar
2	Vocabulary-Based (Synonyms/ Antonyms)
3	Fill in the blanks
4	Sentence Correction
5	Cloze Passage
6	Jumbled Paragraph
7	Meaning-Usage Match
8	Analogies or Reverse Analogies
9	Summary Questions
10	Verbal Reasoning
11	Facts-Inferences-Judgments
12	Reading Comprehension

Learn more: How to improve reading comprehension for CAT Exam 2024?

CAT Exam Subjects Weightage and Marking Scheme 2024

Understanding the CAT marking scheme before the test can help you choose which questions to answer and which to skip.

The table below summarizes the CAT exam marking scheme:

Section	Duration	Number of MCQs	No. of TITA Qs.	Total
VARC	40 minutes	21	3	24
DILR	40 minutes	14	6	20
QA	40 minutes	14	8	22
Total	120 minutes	49	17	66

Understanding the important CAT Exam Subjects 2024 is a great way to prepare for the exam. They thoroughly cover the topics covered in the exam and offer valuable advice on approaching them. With the right preparation and dedication, anyone can ace the CAT exam preparations.