CAT 2019 analysis will help the candidate in assessing their performance in the exam and their admission chances in top MBA institutes. Check CAT exam analysis for Slot 1 & 2 by top MBA experts, here.
CAT 2019 analysis - The slot 1 question paper was of moderate difficulty. The VARC section was more difficult and lengthy compared to the other sections. Shiksha brings to you question paper analysis of the CAT 2019 exam in detail. The CAT 2019 analysis includes in-depth evaluation of the question paper, difficulty level, question paper break up, paper review, expected sectional and overall CAT cut offs and number of good attempts that will get a candidate excellent score.
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CAT 2019 exam was held at 376 centres in 156 cities across India. The candidates must analyse their performance after the exam with the help of CAT analysis by experts to assess how much will they score and their admission chances in top MBA institutes in India.
CAT 2019 Analysis: Highlight
- Overall, the CAT 2019 question paper was easier than 2018
- VARC section was toughest of all the three sections
- There were 5 RC passages in both the slots. One-two passages were tricky and complicated
- DILR and QA sections can be considered easy as compared to VARC
- QA had many questions from Arithmetic, Algebra and Geometry
- An overall raw score of 157-160 can fetch 99 percentile
Section-wise break up of questions in CAT 2019:
Sections |
Number of Questions |
Number of MCQs |
Number of non-MCQs |
Break up of Questions |
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VARC |
34 |
27 |
7 |
VA: 10 RC: 24 |
DILR |
32 |
24 |
8 |
8 sets of four questions each |
QA |
34 |
23 |
11 |
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Section-wise CAT 2019 Analysis
Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension
The VARC section was tougher than the other two questions. There were five RC passages. Four passages had five questions and one passage had four questions. One of the RC passages was complicated and verbose; which made it difficult for many candidates to comprehend.
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning
The DILR section of CAT 2019 was the easiest in the last three years. The composition of this section was 24 MCQs and eight non-MCQs. There were eight sets of four questions out of which three DI sets.
Quantitative Ability
The Quant section of CAT 2019 had 23 MCQs and 11 non-MCQs, but the candidates faced no problem in solving them as the section was easy. The questions were on the expected lines and from Time, Work and Distance, P&L, Ratios, Equations, AMA & SI-CI, Geometry, Mensuration, Numbers, Algebra, Trigonometry and Permutations & Combinations.
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- CAT 2019: Student Reactions and Reviews
CAT 2019 Analysis for Slot 1 & Slot 2: Understanding CAT Exam Pattern
CAT Exam Pattern |
Highlights |
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Sections |
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Total number of questions |
100 |
Section-wise number of questions |
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Total marks |
300 |
Sectional marks |
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Marking scheme |
+3 for each right answer |
Negative marking |
-1 for each wrong answer |
Section-wise difficulty level |
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CAT 2019: Student Reactons & Reviews
CAT 2019 Expected Cutoffs:
Take a look at the CAT 2019 expected cut off of IIMs and non-IIMs for 2020 admission.
IIM Campus |
Expected CAT Cut Off |
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99 %ile |
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97-98%ile |
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95-96%ile |
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94-95%ile |
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92-94%ile |
|
90%ile |
College Name |
Expected Cut Offs |
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99%ile |
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99%ile |
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98.5%ile |
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98%ile |
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97%ile |
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95%ile |
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95%ile |
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95%ile |
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95%ile |
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95%ile |
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95%ile |
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Top 10%ile |
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Student Forum
Answered 17 hours ago
With a 70 percentile in CAT and 58% in graduation, admission to BITS Pilani for MBA may be difficult, as they typically have high cut-offs and look for strong academic performance. BITS Pilani usually requires a higher CAT score (above 90 percentile) and a solid academic record. However, it's worth
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Answered 18 hours ago
The CAT result date for SIES College of Management Studies typically follows the official CAT result release date, which is usually in the first week of January. Once the results are out, SIES College will shortlist candidates based on their CAT scores for further rounds like Group Discussion (GD) a
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 18 hours ago
With a 50-60 percentile in CAT, top IIMs may be out of reach, but there are still several good options for you. Consider institutes like IMS Noida, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Indira Institute of Management, and ITM Business School. Other options include BIMTECH, UPES, and Lovely Professional
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 18 hours ago
With a 68 percentile in CAT, getting into one of the new IIMs (like IIM Kashipur, IIM Rohtak, IIM Trichy, etc.) could be challenging, even under the OBC category. While new IIMs generally have slightly lower cut-offs compared to the older ones, they still maintain high academic and professional stan
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 18 hours ago
With a CAT percentile of 44.28, getting into top-tier B-schools may be tough, but there are still good options available. You can consider institutes like IMS Noida, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Amity Business School, ITM Navi Mumbai, and LPU Punjab. Other options include Welingkar Institute, B
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 18 hours ago
With a 98.07 percentile in CAT, you're in a strong position for calls from top B-schools in India. Based on your profile (Gen CAT, Non-Eng Male, 22 months work experience, 84% in Xth, and 91% in XII), you can expect calls from prestigious institutes like:
- IIMs (Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta, Luckn
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 18 hours ago
With an 87 percentile in CAT, you have some good B-school options in India. Consider institutes like IILM University (New Delhi, Gurgaon), which offers a strong MBA programme with industry exposure, or Xavier Institute of Management (XIMB), Bhubaneswar, known for its solid curriculum and placements.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 18 hours ago
IILM University helps MBA Single Specialization students stay updated with the latest developments through various resources. They offer access to industry seminars, guest lectures, and workshops conducted by experts in the field. Additionally, the university encourages students to participate in we
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 18 hours ago
Yes, IILM University offers opportunities for MBA students, including those with a single specialization, to showcase their work at various events like conferences and seminars. These platforms allow students to present their research and projects to industry professionals and academicians. The univ
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
Yes, students with 80% and above in CAT are eligible for a waiver of INR 3.50 Lacs at Jaipuria Institute of Management Noida. The total course fee for PGDM is INR 15.75 lakh. After waiver, students have to pay INR 12.25 Lacs as PGDM fee.
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Contributor-Level 10
I have 58% in my graduation and 70 percentile in CAT. Can I get admission to an MBA at BITS Pilani?