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CAT 2027 — Exam Date, Syllabus & Pattern

Dates, syllabus and exam pattern for Common Admission Test (CAT) 2027, conducted by IIMs (rotating).

CAT 2027 dates are published by IIMs (rotating) in its official notification. Until then, treat any date you see as tentative and check the official website.

Conducted by:IIMs (rotating)Category:Management

Subjects covered in CAT

Tap a subject for its chapter-wise CAT syllabus.

Roadmap

How to prepare for CAT 2027 — 6-step plan

  1. 1

    Map the syllabus

    Download the official syllabus and rate yourself 1–5 on every topic before you start.

  2. 2

    Build a weekly plan

    Split the syllabus into weekly targets and keep the final month for revision and full-length mocks.

  3. 3

    Basics before speed

    Get the fundamentals of each section right before moving on to hard, mixed-topic questions.

  4. Halfway through?

    Plan your CAT prep with Super Tutor

    Super Tutor's study planner turns a plan like this into a week-by-week schedule, with notes and quizzes for each chapter.

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  5. 4

    Mock tests every weekend

    Take a full-length mock every weekend once you've covered the basics. Analyse — don’t just attempt.

  6. 5

    Spaced revision

    Revisit each topic at days 1, 7, 21 and 60, with a one-page summary per topic.

  7. 6

    Fix weak areas

    In the final 6 weeks, spend most of your time on your weakest topics. That’s where the biggest score gains live.

Free resources

Study resources for CAT

These follow the latest syllabus IIMs (rotating) has published. Check the 2027 notification for any changes when it is out.

Subjects

Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning(16)Quantitative Aptitude(19)Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension(15)

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CAT FAQs

Quick answers to the questions we hear most often.

What is CAT?
CAT stands for Common Admission Test. It is conducted by IIMs (rotating) and is one of the entrance exams students in India take after Class 12 or graduation.
When is CAT 2027?
CAT 2027 dates are published by IIMs (rotating) in its official notification. Until then, treat any date you see as tentative and check the official website.
What is the CAT 2027 syllabus?
The official CAT syllabus is published with the CAT notification. Until the 2027 notification is out, prepare from the latest official syllabus. Our CAT syllabus page lists it subject by subject, with chapter-wise notes and practice for each chapter.
What are the important topics for CAT?
Weightage differs by subject and shifts a little each year. Our CAT important topics page lists the key chapters and concepts subject by subject, so you can revise those first.
How to prepare for CAT 2027?
Start by understanding the complete syllabus and exam pattern. Focus on high-weightage topics, practise previous year papers and take mock tests regularly. See the 6-step preparation plan above for a step-by-step strategy.
Where can I practise CAT mock tests and previous year papers?
This page links to free chapter-wise practice questions, revision notes and formula sheets for CAT. Full-length mock exams and previous-year paper practice (where our question bank has that exam's papers) are in the Super Tutor app — mock exams come with the paid plans, and the free trial includes one.
What is the eligibility for CAT?
Eligibility criteria are published in the official CAT notification or information bulletin — educational qualification, age limits and any domicile rules. Check the latest one on the official website before you apply.
What is a good score in CAT?
A good score depends on the college and course you're targeting. IIMs (rotating) or the counselling authority publishes cutoffs or closing ranks after each round — use the latest ones as your target.

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