Exams
The CMAT exam is divided into four sections: quantitative techniques and data interpretation, logical reasoning, language comprehension, and general awareness. Last year, an extra section called Innovation and Entrepreneurship was added. The following are essential CMAT syllabus topics:
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Sections |
Important Topics |
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Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation |
Algebra, Geometry, Time-Speed-Distance, Allegation & Mixtures, Graph, Quadratic Equation, Linear Equations, Differential Equations |
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Logical Reasoning |
Analytical Reasoning, Linear Arrangements, Number Series, Matrix Arrangements, Blood Relationship Tests |
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Language Comprehension |
Reading Comprehension, Para–jumbles, Grammar, English Usage Errors |
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General Awareness |
Current affairs, Economy, Business, World, Politics, Sports, Culture, Society |
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Innovation and Entrepreneurship |
Fundamental Concepts of Innovation and Entrepreneurship |
CMAT Syllabus with Section Wise Weightage
The weightage of subjects included in the CMAT syllabus is equal in each section. CMAT exam paper 2023 will have 100 MCQs distributed evenly across all sections. Four marks will be awarded for each correct try, and one mark will be deducted for each incorrect attempt. The CMAT question paper breakdown is as follows:
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Sections |
Number of Questions |
Marks Allotted |
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Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation |
20 |
80 |
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Logical Reasoning |
20 |
80 |
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Language Comprehension |
20 |
80 |
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General Awareness |
20 |
80 |
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Innovation & Entrepreneurship |
20 |
80 |