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CMAT 2022 Preparation Tips

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By: Avantika Bhardwaj on Oct 11, 2019

The National Testing Agency (NTA), the conducting authority of CMAT Exam has released the date of CMAT 2020 and the exam is scheduled to be conducted on 24^th January 2020. CMAT 2020 would be a computer based test i.e. the examination would be conducted online. Candidates willing to take the exam can start registering themselves from 1^st November 2019. Candidates willing to take this management entrance examination must be aware of how one can tackle all the type of questions asked in the examination.

To avoid any last minute rush, the aspirants must familiarize themselves with the pattern and syllabus of examination as a thorough go through of it would help them qualify the examination. CMAT Exam primarily based upon four sections namely:

Quantitative Technique and Data Interpretation
Logical Reasoning
Language Comprehension
General Awareness

The pattern of CMAT Exam is given below:

Section	No. of Questions	Total Marks	Time Limit
Quantitative Technique and Data Interpretation	25	100	No Sectional Time Limit
Logical Reasoning	25	100
Language Comprehension	25	100
General Awareness	25	100
Overall	100	400	180 Minutes (3 Hours)

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Preparation Tips for CMAT 2020

There are two important things one must understand and follow in order to qualify the examination. CMAT 2020 preparation strategy or the question of how one should prepare oneself to strengthen on the topics asked in CMAT examination contains 2 necessary things - first is CMAT previous years question papers and second one is the anticipated CMAT examination pattern.

It must be noted that the CMAT Exam Preparation isn't terribly tough because the basics of CMAT question paper have remained unchanged. According to the specialists and past CMAT examination toppers, the preparation for CMAT examination should be outlined. A key part in CMAT 2020 preparation strategy is your CMAT preparation time.

Step by Step Planning for CMAT 2020

How to strengthen the subjects asked in the exam to qualify CMAT 2020 isn't an important question because the preparation pattern remains unchanged and is same based on the pattern of previous year examination pattern and syllabus. CMAT examination is split into four sections and therefore the CMAT preparation strategy requires equal specialization in all four core sections that have equal weightage. Consequently, your CMAT examination Preparation needs to be focused on the following key points:

How to prepare for CMAT and when you should start preparing for the exam.
Books to be studied for CMAT Preparation.
Material that can be used besides CMAT Preparation Books.
Tips by toppers of previous years' CMAT Exams.
Online preparation for CMAT Exam
How to crack the examination with a high score.

Preparation for CMAT should always be in the right direction for those candidates seeking admission into the best institutes of India. Even though, there does not seem to be a definite mantra that is easy enough to crack CMAT, various preparation tips and strategies can be followed to ensure ease in preparation for the CMAT Examination.

1. Last year question papers

The best way to prepare for the exam is to get a definite plan concerning the examination and find familiarity in the pattern, candidates should observe last year's question papers. this can avoid instant anxiety.

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2. Regular Revision

Gradual and regular revision makes the candidates accustomed to the categories and type of questions asked during the examination and CMAT Exam Pattern. It helps candidates generate discipline regarding the preparations. Regular revision can help them build confidence within themselves and bring perfection in what they do.

3. Focusing on basics of each topic

It is seen that there are some questions from each section that are primarily formed based on the principal concepts of each section. These types of questions have been found in almost all the question papers of previous years. The questions asked are of same type. The candidates appearing for the examination would be advised to practice these question papers to strengthen their basic concepts.

4. Planning your study

This could prove to be one of the important assets of your preparation strategy for CMAT 2020. The candidates must plan on how and what topics they must study in order to qualify the examination. Each topic must be allotted a certain time to ensure that every section is covered in stipulated time.

5. Understanding the CMAT Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

It is an essential tip to qualify the examination. Students must familiarize themselves with the examination pattern and other aspects of CMAT 2020 examination.

Sections	Language Comprehension, Quantitative Technique and Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, and General Awareness
Mode of CMAT 2020	Online, Computer Based Test
Duration of Exam	3 hours i.e. 180 minutes
No. of questions	100
Questions in each section	25
Marking Scheme	+4 for each correct answer
	-1 for each incorrect answer
Total marks	400
Question Paper Language	English

Section wise preparation for CMAT 2020

Quantitative Technique and Data Interpretation

The section is basically designed to test students' ability to solve mathematical questions of various segments namely arithmetic, algebra, geometry etc. Candidates appearing for CMAT 2020 would be advised to identify their weakness and work on them. This can be done by practicing mock test regularly.

The consistent practice can help them strengthen their ability to solve the questions. The students should have formulae on their finger tips and some short tricks in case of a few topics would prove helpful.
Since all the questions carry equal marks, it is a general advice for students to not to get stuck on a single question. It would be beneficial for them to leave the question unsolved and move on to the next one.

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Books for Quantitative Technique and Data Interpretation

Books	Author/Publisher
How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT	Arun Sharma
Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT Common Admission Tests for Admission into IIMs	Sarvesh K Verma
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations	Abhijit Guha
NCERT Mathematics Books for Standard 8, 9 and 10	NCERT
Quantitative Aptitude	Dr RS Aggarwal

Language Comprehension

The section is designed to analyze students' knowledge of English Language, Grammar, and Vocabulary based on their ability to solve questions. Candidates should be efficient enough to solve all the questions in lesser time as there is no sectional limit, but efficiency can help them attempt all the questions in the given time.

Language Comprehension section covers several topics of English language such as para jumbles, sentence correction, completion of the given sentence, reading comprehension, phrases, idioms, and one-word substitution.
Reading newspaper on daily basis is generally considered helpful while preparing for any entrance examination containing Language Comprehension and General Knowledge as sections. Articles and other forms of content help students enhance their vocabulary. It does improve students' knowledge of Grammar.

Books for Language Comprehension

Books	Author/Publisher
How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT	Arun Sharma
The Pearson Guide to Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning for the CAT	Nishit K Sinha
A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning	Dr R S Aggarwal
Trishna's Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning for the CAT and Other MBA Examinations	TIME

Other relevant books for Grammar and Vocabulary

A Communicative Grammar of English by Geoffrey Leech and Jan Svartvik
The Students' Companion by Wilfred D Best
30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary by Norman Lewis
Business English and Communication by John O E Clark
Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
Wren & Martin English Grammar

Logical Reasoning

This section generally analyzes students' ability to solve questions based on logical ability. The kind of questions are different and hence require different solutions. The questions appear easy, but the difficulty level of questions may vary.
CMAT Exam include several topics under logical reasoning section. The topics are Statement and Argument, Statement and Conclusion, Coding and Decoding, Number Series, Analogies, etc. Practicing these topics would help students attempt a greater number of questions in the exam.

Books for Logical Reasoning

Books	Author/Publisher
How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for the CAT	Arun Sharma
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT	Nishit K Sinha

General Awareness

Candidates must remain updated with the government schemes and plans released lately. There are certain areas from which the questions are asked in the examination and the areas include Economy, Environmental Issues, News, Finance, Sports, Business, Awards & Recognition, World Records, National and International affairs, major corporate events, etc.

Material for General Awareness

The Hindu	Financial Express
Economic Times	The Financial Times
Wall Street Journey	Hindu Business Line
Business Today	Business World

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