Around two lakh candidates register for the CAT every year. It becomes imperative to follow a proper routine for CAT preparation and stick to it religiously. It is suggested that the candidates should start their CAT preparation at the earliest.
The routine suggested here is the most preferred way to prepare effectively and score well in CAT 2023. First, one should make their basics clear. The basics contain the fundamental concepts of Classes 8, 9 and 10. After clearing the basics, the CAT-level questions should be attempted. In addition, shortcuts and tricks should be learnt that will help to solve the problems within a minute.
Recommended Study Schedule for CAT 2023:
| Month | December | Jan | Feb | March | April | May | June | July | August | Sept-Nov |
| QA | Progressions Arithmetic 1,2 |
SDTW-Â 1,2 P&C 1,2 |
Numbers-1,2,3 | Numbers4,5 Sets and Venn Diagram |
Probability, Geometry 1,2 | Geometry 3,4 | Geometry 5, Equations, Inequations | Functions, Algebra Miscellaneous | Revision, CAT Pattern Workshop, Mock Tests |
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| DILR | DI&LR 1 | DI&LR 2,3 | DI&LR 4, 5 | DI&LR 6,7 | DI&LR 8,9 | DI&LR 10,11 | DI&LR 12,13 | DI&LR 14 | Revision, CAT Pattern Workshop, Mock Tests |
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| VARC | Intro to verbal ability | RC Diagnostics, Reading Principles | Main Theme 1,2 Grammar 1 |
RC rules 1,2 RC practice 1,2 |
Grammar 2, Grammar System error, | FIJ,CR1,2,3 | Last line questions Summary Questions Para jumbles 1,2 |
Syllogisms, Philosophy Passage | Revision, CAT Pattern Workshop, Mock Tests |
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| Checkpoints | Chapter-wise Tests | Chapter-wise Tests | Chapter-wise Tests | Chapter-wise Tests | Chapter-wise Tests | Chapter-wise Tests | Chapter-wise Tests | Chapter-wise Tests | Mixed Bag Tests |
The months from September 2023 to November 2023 should be dedicated to mock tests. During this period, no new topic should be learnt, and the candidates need to focus only on the known topics. The schedule is given for one whole year so that the students can prepare and revise effectively for the exam. By following this routine, the CAT aspirants can clear their doubts, revise and work on improving their mock test scores before the exam.
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