{"id":83949,"date":"2026-11-12T18:05:38","date_gmt":"2026-11-12T12:35:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/?p=83949"},"modified":"2026-11-12T18:05:42","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T12:35:42","slug":"cat-2026-official-mock-test-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2026-official-mock-test-out\/","title":{"rendered":"CAT 2026 Official Mock Test Out: Every Button, Timer, Calculator &amp; Exam-Screen Trap Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The CAT 2026 exam is nearly a few days away, and the clock is definitely ticking fast, isn&#8217;t it? Now that the CAT Official Mock 2026 Out, interested candidates are looking forward to attempting it and gauging their performance. In real time, it gives a clear understanding of which type of questions will appear in the CAT 2026 exam.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It will also make the students comprehend the actual exam environment and what are the important tips to consider. Basically, it&#8217;s a complete set of guidelines where candidates analyze the different types of questions which appear and how to use the online calculator. In this blog, we will mainly speak about the fundamental guidelines associated with the CAT Official Mock 2026.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em><mark>Join iQuanta\u2019s diversified student community for free and prepare with other 4.1L+ peers. Get access to 24*7 doubt-solving, mentorship, free webinars, etc., all at one single platform<\/mark><\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/t.ly\/y97_P\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"171\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CATBLOGBANNER.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-75698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CATBLOGBANNER.png 640w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CATBLOGBANNER-300x80.png 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CATBLOGBANNER-150x40.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2026-official-mock-test-out\/#CAT_Official_Mock_2026_Out_Important_Details_To_Know\" >CAT Official Mock 2026 Out: Important Details To Know\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2026-official-mock-test-out\/#How_To_Attempt_the_CAT_Official_Mock_2026_Online\" >How To Attempt the CAT Official Mock 2026 Online?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2026-official-mock-test-out\/#Vital_Guidelines_To_Use_CAT_2026_Calculator_Online\" >Vital Guidelines To Use CAT 2026 Calculator Online<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2026-official-mock-test-out\/#Final_Words\" >Final Words<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2026-official-mock-test-out\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_CAT_2026_Official_Mock_Out\" >Frequently Asked Questions: CAT 2026 Official Mock Out<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cat-official-mock-2026-out-important-details-to-know\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Official_Mock_2026_Out_Important_Details_To_Know\"><\/span><strong>CAT Official Mock 2026 Out: Important Details To Know\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>It comprises selective questions from the previous year CAT exam papers across the three sections,i.e, VARC, QA and DILR.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It contains a total of 120 questions from the CAT exam syllabus 2026.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s designed to help the students develop a strong familiarity with the actual type of questions which appear in the CAT exam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s also conducted to maintain the confidentiality of the actual exam pattern of the CAT 2026.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All the PwD candidates will get an additional 40 minutes of time as compared to the non-PwD candidates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates will get a Submit button for each section.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As compared to the actual exam, the candidates can skip to the next section even before allotted 40 minutes have been passed.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the actual CAT 2026 exam, candidates can move to the next section after 40 minutes. However, in the CAT Official Mock 2026 you can skip it after 40 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No candidate should try nor are allowed to reproduce or copy the content. Any such incident shall be subject to an appropriate legal action by the test centre of the CAT 2026 within the jurisdiction of Indore.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Attempt_the_CAT_Official_Mock_2026_Online\"><\/span><strong>How To Attempt the CAT Official Mock 2026 Online?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>You must visit the CAT 2026 official website.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Navigate to the \u201cCAT 2026 Mock Test Link\u201d option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Click on the mock test link for the CAT 2026 exam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Upon clicking it, you will be redirected to the actual exam interface of the CAT 2026 mock test.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 5: <\/strong>Proceed with the on-screen instructions to start the mock test online.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 6: <\/strong>Answer the questions carefully and use the on-screen calculator for obtaining timely calculations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vital_Guidelines_To_Use_CAT_2026_Calculator_Online\"><\/span><strong>Vital Guidelines To Use CAT 2026 Calculator Online<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT 2026 calculator is extremely simple to use. All the candidates who appear for the CAT exam must know how to use the on-screen calculator and what it contains for different types of calculations. Through these calculators available in the CAT Official Mock 2026 Test, candidates can do basic mathematical calculations hassle-free. Check here the vital do\u2019s of the online calculator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Press [C] when you want to start a new calculation during the CAT 2026 mock test.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This online calculator will allow you to do these basic operations which includes Percentage, Square Root and Inverse.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A candidate can use the calculator by using the buttons available on the screen along with the mouse.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Some other valuable components which you must know are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>[MS] : It helps in storing the value in the memory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>[M+] : It helps in adding displayed value to the memory.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>[MR] :&nbsp; It helps in recalling the value stored in the memory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>[M-] : It helps in subtracting the displayed value from the memory.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Words\"><\/span><strong>Final Words<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT Official Mock 2026 is out and you must appear for it to analyse your CAT 2026 preparation level. Other than that, you can also appear for the iQuanta&#8217;s mocks known as iCAT for enhancing your preparation level. To all the aspiring candidates, we offer 6 free Sectionals (2 from each section) along with the detailed video analysis. In total, there are 35 full-length mocks and 45 sectional with free and paid versions. Practice free mock tests online for understanding the original exam pattern, difficulty level and more. Receive 24*7 online doubt-solving support from top experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em><mark>CAT Admit Cards Are Out! Comment Your City &amp; Get Connected to Aspirants from the same city Through the iQuanta Tool<\/mark><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em><mark>connect with students appearing from the same city or center, coordinate travel plans, find travel companions, discuss hotel and accommodation options, and help each other with any exam-day arrangements or queries.<\/mark><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/iquanta.io\/ygc860bnQ7b\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"717\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/image-13-717x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-83782\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/image-13-717x1024.png 717w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/image-13-210x300.png 210w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/image-13-768x1097.png 768w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/image-13-1075x1536.png 1075w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/image-13-294x420.png 294w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/image-13-150x214.png 150w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/image-13-300x429.png 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/image-13-696x994.png 696w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/image-13-1068x1526.png 1068w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/image-13.png 1120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 717px) 100vw, 717px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions-cat-2026-official-mock-out\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_CAT_2026_Official_Mock_Out\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions: CAT 2026 Official Mock Out<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1794481816510\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is the marking scheme for the CAT 2026\u00a0 mock test?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The CAT 2026 follows a strict marking scheme. For every correct response, the candidate will get +3 marks. Although, there&#8217;s -1 negative marking for the wrong answers. Moreover, there&#8217;s no negative marking for the wrong TITA questions in the CAT 2026 exam.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1794481818044\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does iQuanta offer free mock tests?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, iQuanta does offer sectionals and full-length mock tests. We offer 35 full mock CAT mock tests &amp; 45 sectional tests with comprehensive video solutions. In addition, they also offer personalized AI mentors and performance analysis to the candidates.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1794481868250\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why should I appear for the CAT 2026 Mock test on the official website?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Appearing for the full-length mock tests will help you gain a solid understanding about the CAT 2026 exam. Check the CAT Official Mock 2026 on the official website and follow the on-screen instructions carefully. The questions are similar to the actual exam which makes the students familiar with the overall difficulty level.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1794481886159\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>When was the CAT 2026 Mock test out?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The official website released the CAT Official Mock 2026 on 6th November 2026. Interested candidates must visit the official portal for appearing for the full-length mock tests. Go through the on-screen instructions for more information and performance analysis.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1794481902193\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I attempt the CAT mock test 2026 at my home?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can attempt the mock test online at your home. Be in a dedicated environment and avoid any type of distractions. Appear for the exam as per the actual exam timeline. Avoid any unwanted disturbance while appearing for the CAT 2026 mock test. Consider answering every question carefully to avoid unnecessary mistakes.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The CAT 2026 exam is nearly a few days away, and the clock is definitely ticking fast, isn&#8217;t it? 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