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CAT Mock Test Series with Detailed Analysis
Mocks that feel like the slot you’ll actually sit: 20 full-length mocks, 30 sectionals for Quant, DILR and VARC, and 3 topic tests for every chapter, each with question-wise solutions and analysis.
20
Full mocks
30
Sectionals
3 / topic
Topic tests
1
Attempt per test, fair ranks
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What is CAT?
CAT (Common Admission Test) is the computer-based entrance exam for the IIMs and most top B-schools in India. It has three sections, VARC, DILR and Quant, with about 68 questions in 120 minutes, and is usually held on the last Sunday of November.
Last updated 9 Nov 2026 · Reviewed by the DE Educare academic team
29 Nov 2026
Next exam (indicative)
120 min
Duration · 40 per section
68 Q
MCQ + TITA
+3 / −1
No negative for TITA
FREE TESTS
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CAT mocks, sectionals and topic tests
Every test opens in an exam-style window. Submit and Guru analyses your attempt in seconds: section scores, accuracy, time, weak topics and the next tests to take.
CAT Mock 1 is free. Unlock them with a plan below.
Arithmetic
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Percentages3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Profit & Loss3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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SI & CI3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Ratio & Proportion3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Time, Speed & Distance3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Time & Work3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Mixtures & Alligations3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Averages3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
Algebra
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Linear Equations3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Quadratic Equations3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Inequalities3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Functions3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Logarithms3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Progressions3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
Geometry
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Triangles3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Circles3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Polygons3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Coordinate Geometry3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Mensuration3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
Number System & Modern Maths
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Number System3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Permutation & Combination3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Probability3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Set Theory3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Linear & Circular Arrangements3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Tables & Charts3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Games & Tournaments3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Venn Diagrams3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Routes & Networks3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Selection & Distribution3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Cubes3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Binary Logic3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Reading Comprehension3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Para Jumbles3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Para Summary3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Odd Sentence Out3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
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Sentence Insertion3 tests · 10 Q · 15 min each
Included in the test series. Free tests are listed above. Attempts sync to the app with the same login.
OVERVIEW
How the CAT Test Series is built
CAT is a test of selection under time pressure. The series moves from topic tests that fix single gaps, to sectionals that train 40-minute section discipline, to full mocks that build two-hour stamina.
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Topic tests
Three tests for every topic, from Percentages to Para Jumbles.
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Sectional tests
10 per section with the section lock and timer of the real exam.
03
Full mocks
20 full-length mocks plus PYQs presented as mocks.
04
Guru analysis
Topic accuracy, time per question and a fix list after every attempt.
A suggested CAT timeline
- MONTHS 1–3 · Concepts and topic tests
Clear one topic at a time and take its three topic tests. - MONTHS 4–5 · Sectionals
One sectional every other day to build section speed. - MONTH 6 · Mocks every weekend
Analyse each mock for twice as long as you took it. - FINAL 3 WEEKS · Two mocks a week
Fix strategy, not syllabus.
EXAM PATTERN
CAT exam pattern
| Section | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|
| VARC · Verbal Ability & RC | 24 | 40 min |
| DILR · Data Interpretation & LR | 22 | 40 min |
| QA · Quantitative Aptitude | 22 | 40 min |
| Total | 68 | 120 min |
+3
Correct answer
−1
Wrong MCQ
0
Wrong TITA
204
Maximum marks
CAT score vs percentile (approx.)
| Score | Percentile |
|---|---|
| 133 / 204 | 99.99 |
| 111 / 204 | 99.9 |
| 93 / 204 | 99.5 |
| 85 / 204 | 99 |
| 76 / 204 | 98 |
| 62 / 204 | 95 |
| 52 / 204 | 90 |
| 44 / 204 | 85 |
| 38 / 204 | 80 |
SYLLABUS
CAT syllabus and topic tests
Quantitative Aptitude · Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Number System
Arithmetic
Percentages · Profit & Loss · SI & CI · Ratio & Proportion · Time, Speed & Distance · Time & Work · Mixtures & Alligations · Averages
Algebra
Linear Equations · Quadratic Equations · Inequalities · Functions · Logarithms · Progressions
Geometry
Triangles · Circles · Polygons · Coordinate Geometry · Mensuration
Number System & Modern Maths
Number System · Permutation & Combination · Probability · Set Theory
DILR · Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning
Linear & Circular Arrangements · Tables & Charts · Games & Tournaments · Venn Diagrams · Routes & Networks · Selection & Distribution · Cubes · Binary Logic
VARC · Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension · Para Jumbles · Para Summary · Odd Sentence Out · Sentence Insertion
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MOST POPULAR20 full-length mocks, 10 sectionals per section, 3 topic tests per topic, PYQs as mocks.
- 20 mocks, 30 sectionals
- 3 topic tests per topic
- Topic-wise analytics
- 50 Guru coins a day
- New tests added through the year
ELIGIBILITY & DATES
CAT eligibility, fee and key dates
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | One of the IIMs, on rotation |
| Exam mode | Computer-based, 3 slots in one day |
| Usually held | Last Sunday of November |
| Registration | August to September |
| Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% (45% for SC, ST, PwD). Final-year students can apply. |
| Application fee | About ₹2,600 (General), ₹1,300 (reserved) |
| Attempts | No limit |
| Score validity | One admission cycle |
Important dates
- Aug 2026 · Notification and registration open
- Sep 2026 · Registration closes
- Nov 2026 · Admit card
- 29 Nov 2026 · CAT 2026 exam
- Jan 2027 · Result
Dates are indicative. Check iimcat.ac.in for the official schedule.
COLLEGES & CUTOFFS
Top colleges that accept CAT
Indicative overall percentile ranges from recent cycles for General category. Actual cutoffs vary by category, profile and year.
| College | Typical percentile |
|---|---|
| IIM Ahmedabad | 99+ %ile |
| IIM Bangalore | 99+ %ile |
| IIM Calcutta | 99+ %ile |
| FMS Delhi | 98–99 %ile |
| IIM Lucknow | 97–99 %ile |
| IIM Kozhikode | 97–99 %ile |
| IIM Indore | 97–99 %ile |
| MDI Gurgaon | 95–97 %ile |
| SPJIMR Mumbai | 95+ %ile |
| IIT Bombay SJMSOM | 95+ %ile |
| IIM Shillong | 95–97 %ile |
| Newer IIMs | 92–96 %ile |
PREPARATION STRATEGY
How to prepare for CAT 2026
A 6-month CAT plan
Spend the first three months on concepts with a topic test after every chapter. Move to sectionals in months four and five, then a full mock every weekend in the final stretch. Analyse each mock for longer than the two hours you spent on it.
Quant (QA)
Arithmetic carries the most weight. Master Percentages, Ratios, TSD and Time & Work first, then Algebra. In the exam, attempt questions you can solve in under two minutes and leave the rest.
DILR
Selection decides your DILR score. Spend the first four minutes scanning every set and pick the two you are surest of. Practise one set type a day with topic tests.
VARC
Read daily: editorials, essays and long-form journalism. RCs make up most of the section, so RC accuracy matters more than para jumbles. TITA para jumbles carry no negative marking.
Using mocks well
Take mocks at the same time as your slot. After each one, review every question, not just wrong ones, and note why you picked or skipped it. Guru turns these notes into your next week’s plan.
Preparing while working
Plan two focused hours on weekdays and five to six on weekends. Fifteen-minute topic tests fit into a commute or lunch break.
FAQS
CAT FAQs
How many mocks should I take before CAT?
Most 99 percentilers take 25 to 40 full mocks. Start with one a week from August and move to two a week in the last month. The CAT Test Series has 20 mocks, and the 10 CAT Mocks pack adds 10 more.
How close are DE Educare mocks to the real CAT?
They follow the current pattern: three sections with a 40-minute section lock, MCQ and TITA questions, and the same on-screen palette and calculator.
What does the AI analysis show after a test?
Section scores, accuracy, time per question, topics that cost marks, and a written plan from Guru with the next tests to take.
What is the difference between 10 CAT Mocks and the CAT Test Series?
10 CAT Mocks is full-length practice only. The Test Series adds 20 more mocks, 30 sectionals, three topic tests for every topic and 50 Guru coins a day.
Are topic tests available for every chapter?
Yes. Every Quant, DILR and VARC topic has three topic tests of 10 questions each, from Percentages to Para Jumbles.
Is there negative marking in CAT?
Yes. A wrong MCQ costs 1 mark. TITA questions have no negative marking.
What score do I need for 99 percentile?
In recent years it has been roughly 85 out of 204, though it varies by slot and year. Use the percentile predictor on Free resources for an estimate.
Can I take mocks on my phone?
Yes. Log in to the DE Educare app with the same mobile number. Attempts, scores and AI analysis sync both ways.
Is the daily free test really free?
Yes, always. A new test is added every day and includes the same AI analysis as paid tests.
Can I prepare for CAT while working?
Yes. Two focused hours on weekdays and longer sessions on weekends are enough for most working students. Short topic tests fit around work.
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