CAT Syllabus 2027 Explained: Detailed Breakdown of VARC, LRDI & QA

Are you planning to appear for CAT 2027? But do you know that the crucial step towards cracking Common Admission Test (CAT), India’s most competitive exams is to understand the CAT 2027 syllabus. The CAT exam is conducted by IIMs every year, is the premier gateway for MBA aspirants across India. The CAT exam structure have 3 sections which are LRDI, VARC and QA, and the syllabus mostly remains consistent. Whether you are pursuing graduation or a working professional balancing job responsibilities with dream of doing an MBA, this blog will guide you through the section-wise breakdown of CAT 2027, along with important topics, and key preparation insights. Read on to know more.

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CAT 2027 Syllabus & Exam Overview

MBA aspirants must check the CAT 2027 syllabus and exam pattern before starting the CAT preparation. CAT 2027 will be conducted online and the total duration of the exam is 120 minutes. The questions are divided into three parts: Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC), Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation (LRDI), and Quantitative Aptitude (QA). The details of CAT 2027 syllabus and exam pattern as mentioned below:

Particulars	Details
Name of Exam	Common Admission Test (CAT)
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Medium of Exam	English
Total Duration	02 Hours (120 Minutes)
Sectional Time Limit	40 Minutes Per Section
Total Questions	68
Total Marks	204
Sections	VARC – 24 Questions (72 Marks)
	LRDI – 22 Questions (66 Marks)
	QA – 22 Questions (66 Marks)
Type of Question	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
	Type In The Answer (TITA)
Marking Scheme	+3 for Correct Answer
	-1 for Incorrect MCQ
	No Negative Marking for TITA
Exam Slots	3 Slots (Morning, Afternoon, Evening)

CAT Syllabus 2027 – Section-Wise Breakdown

For an effective CAT 2027 preparation strategy, candidates must familarize with the section-wise breakdown of CAT syllabus 2027. What to study and how to prioritize topics, can significantly enhance your performance and efficiency. To help you with this, we have given below the section-wise breakdown of CAT syllabus 2027:

CAT Syllabus 2027: VARC

The Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) section is divided into two parts which are the Verbal Ability part and Reading Comprehension part, The RC part generally carries more weightage in terms of marks. VARC section includes a total of 24 questions which is required to be attempted within 40 minutes. Below is a table outlining the key topics covered under the VARC section of the CAT 2027 syllabus.

CAT VARC Syllabus 2027 Topics
Idioms	Fill in The Blanks
Para Jumbles	Error in Tenses
Jumbled Paragraphs	Antonyms
Sentence Completion	Verbal Logic
Parts of Speech	Analogies
Preposition	Aritcle Usages
Types of Clauses	Different Usage of One Word
Phrases Modifiers	Sentence Correction
Subject-Verb Agreement	Para Completion & Inference
Syllogisms	One Word Subsititution
Verbal Reasoning	–

CAT Syllabus 2027: LRDI

The Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation (LRDI) section of the CAT syllabus 2027 includes a total of 20 questions, and time given to attempt thissection is 40 minutes. LRDI section is divided into two main parts which are Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning. Both sub-sections test a candidate’s analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Mentioned below are the important topics that form the LRDI syllabus for CAT 2027:

CAT LRDI Syllabus 2027 Topics
Data Interpretation (DI) Topics	Logical Reasoning (LR) Topics
Bar Graphs	Order and Ranking
Column Graphs	Binary Logic
Venn Diagrams	Arrangements
Data Caselets	Games and Tournaments
Pie Charts	Team Formations
Tables	Table with Missing Values
Line Charts	Venn Diagrams
Scatter Plot	Matching Puzzles
Routes and Networks	Quant-Based LR
Bubble Chart	Syllogisms
Radar Chart	Coding-Decoding
Quant-Based DI	Blood Relation
–	Family Tree
–	Clock and Calenders

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CAT Syllabus 2027: QA

Quantitative Aptitude (QA) section of the CAT 2027 and comprises of a total 22 questions. This section evaluates a candidate’s mathematical and problem-solving skills. The table below outlines the major topics of the CAT Quantitative Aptitude section of CAT syllabus 2027:

CAT QA Syllabus 2027 Topics
Arithmetic	Geometry	Algebra	Number System	Modern Math
Profit & Loss	Angles	Series	Real Numbers	Probability
Time & Work	Circles	Quadratic Equations	LCM	Permutation
Chain Rule	Lines	Functions	Irrational Numbers	Combination
Percentage	Polygons	Surds & Indices	Unit’s Digit	Set Theory
Time, Speed & Distance	Triangles	Inequalities	HCF	Binomial Theorem
Averages	Area & Volume	Logarithm	Remainders	–
Ratio & Proportion	Co-ordinate Geometry	Complex Numbers	Zeroes	–
Simple & Compound Interest	–	–	–	–

CAT Syllabus 2027: Exam Pattern & Weightage

After getting familiar with the section-wise breakdown of CAT topics, it is essential to know the weightage of these topics that will help students identify the important areas which can improve their scores. The table mentioned below gives CAT 2027 exam pattern, key topics covered under the CAT exam syllabus, and the weightage across all sections:

CAT Exam Sections	MCQs	TITA	Total Questions	Details	Weightage
VARC	16	8	24	4 passages of RC with 4 questions each.8 para jumbles, para completions, para summary, and odd sentence out	36%
LRDI	12	10	22	4 sets of 5 questions, each covering topics of bar graphs, missing data, and puzzles	30%
QA	15	7	22	Most number of questions are from arithmetic and algebra, with 3-4 questions of geometry & 1-2 questions of modern math	34%
Total	49	17	68

CAT Syllabus 2027: Key Preparation Insights

Below mentioned are some key preparation tips for CAT 2027 aspirants to achieve a good CAT score:

1. Understanding the CAT Exam Syllabus and Pattern: Before starting your CAT 2027 preparation, it is important to know the CAT syllabus and exam pattern and identify the best study plan or strategy that will help you in acing CAT 2027.

2. Acquire the Habit of Reading: The reading comprehension section focuses on reading as one of the most essential skills. Candidates can improve their speed, grammar, and vocabulary by regularly reading books, newspapers, etc.

3. Familiarize yourself with Equations and Maths Calculations: For the mathematical portion of the exam, aspirants must be quick and accurate at mental calculations. Memorizing formulae and practicing equations will help with speed and accuracy.

4. Practice Mocks and Previous Year Papers: Aspirants should regularly practice mocks and previous year papers to analyze their performance and familiarize themselves with CAT paper.

5. Question Selection: Picking up the right questions and ensuring that the attempt accuracy is high will ensure that the candidate scores well in CAT Exam.

Conclusion

CAT 2027 is expected to be same as the previous years pattern: VARC, LRDI, and QA, with 68 questions and maximum time allowed will be of 02 hours. The CAT exam keeps on giving surprises, however, every question in CAT is solvable, as it tests candidates’ understanding of the fundamentals. Your key to success lies in thorough, structured preparation with deep understanding of topics, rigorous practice, and strategic time management. Bookmark this guide and gear up to ace CAT 2027.

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