CAT 2026 Course | Crack CAT 2026 Exam with iQuanta

CAT Quants Tips, Weightage, Class-Flow at iQuanta:

QA is considered as the most popular section of CAT– you will either love this section or hate it. Surprisingly, aspirants having an engineering background generally find this section easier as they are acquainted with numbers, calculations, and Mathematics. For non-engineers or those intimidated by QA as they don’t have a Maths background or are weak at it, it’s actually the easiest to improve in this section. The syllabus of Quants is well-defined, covering basic topics from Class 9th and 10th, with familiar concepts but different application in areas like Numbers, PNC, and Algebra. Aspirants must know that Quant is also the highest-scoring section and multiple iQuanta students achieving a perfect 66/66 marks in previous CAT exams).

CAT 2026 Syllabus Dilemma

The most important Quant topics (in terms of weightage):

• Arithmetic( 8-9 Questions)

• Algebra ( 6-7 Questions)

• Geometry (4-5 Questions)

Other Important Topics for CAT Quants:

• Numbers ( 1-3 questions, but this is going to be your base for all other topics; some of what you'll learn here will help you in Quant but also in DI as well)

• Series, logs, PNC (3-4 Questions)

• Miscellaneous (1-2 Questions)

Several chapters in Quants are quite simple and simply need only a quick review. Topics like Logarithms and Series are comparatively easy, and 1-2 questions are expected in the CAT exam from this topic. Aspirants must understand the weightage of each topic. At iQuanta CAT 2026 course, we offer a well-structured curriculum, and many students have encountered exact questions from our teachings in the CAT exam. This is why we always boast of our quality CAT content.

Link of CAT Content Relevancy:

Similar questions caught in CAT:

https://www.iquanta.in/blog/20-questions-in-cat-2024-exam-same-as-iquanta-classes/

Flow of CAT Quant Classes at iQuanta:

• At iQuanta CAT coaching we start with Numbers topics as it forms the foundation for Quant section, even though it has a comparatively less weightage in CAT.

• Then, the major focus is on Arithmetic, which has the highest weightage in the CAT.

• The next topic is Permutation & Combination as it is a logical topic that becomes easier to grasp at this stage.

• Geometry comes at the last since it involves various theorems and concepts that requires ongoing or throughout revision.

How to Prepare for Your Weaker Topics in Quans for CAT:

Quant is covered quite extensively in iQuanta 2026 course. But, if you’re doing self study then the best approach is to focus on one topic at a time. After completing one topic, take assignments to test your knowledge and competency. You can also access topic-wise free Quant content at https://www.iQuanta.in/test/cat-previous-papers, that is valuable for practice. This will help you understand whether you can effectively apply the concepts.

Process of Tackling Quants with iQuanta:

Step 1: Watch complete Non Engineer's Conceptual Videos (Self-study)

Step 2: Attend and Practice Conceptual & Application Classes (Take notes only for new learnings or mistakes; sessions are saved for revision).

Step 3: Complete the assignment in your dashboard

Step 4: Practice 30-50 additional questions (iQuanta will also conduct practice sessions)

Step 5: Revise the topics later.

24*7 Doubt Solving:

Clearing doubts immediately is important so that you don’t get stuck in your CAT 2026 preparation as unresolved doubts pile up and create learning gaps. Post your queries and in the iQuanta paid group, tagging iQuanta get them solved within minutes.

To ace the LRDI section, you need familiarity with CAT level LRDI sets. Solving 600-1000 sets before the CAT exam significantly increases your chances of solving at least 50% of the sets in CAT correctly. Based on this, you can plan your CAT 2026 preparation strategy using the following steps:

Initial Phase - Start with games like Sudoku, and Kakuro

Before diving deep into CAT-level LRDI sets, focus on building basic logical skills. Mind games like Sudoku and Kakuro enhance logic, problem-solving, and pattern recognition which are the key skills for LRDI. These games train you in identifying patterns and initiating solutions in puzzle-based sets that provide a solid and gradual foundation for LRDI preparation.

Developing Basic Concepts for LRDI (Initial Phase)

Begin CAT LRDI preparation by reviewing the CAT LRDI syllabus and listing key topics. Focus on understanding the fundamentals of each topic, and start with the basic sets. While CAT frequently gives a combination of sets , solving topic-wise sets in this phase helps build a strong foundation, which will further make it easier to tackle complex, mixed-topic sets later.

Start solving PYQ of years 2000 to 2014 (Intermediate Phase)

With a clear understanding of the syllabus and topics, start solving Previous Year Questions (PYQs) from 2000 to 2014 to familiarize yourself with CAT-style LRDI sets. Since the difficulty level has increased post 2015, practicing these PYQs first helps build a strong foundation before moving to advanced level sets. You can solve past CAT papers here: https://www.iquanta.in/test/cat-previous-papers and at the later, complement this with CAT-level LRDI sets in mocks, sectionals, or the iQuanta course.

LRDI Practice (Intermediate Phase)

Practice CAT level LRDI Sets as this is the key to improving in this section and securing high percentile. When you are 9 months away from CAT 2026, aim to solve at least 4 sets on a daily basis. The IIM ABC Batch by iQuanta is an excellent resource for those aspirants who want high-quality CAT-level practice sets.

Sectionals Mocks for CAT (Intermediate Phase)

After enough practice, you can start taking the sectionals. Taking sectional mocks for CAT helps you practice each section in a timely manner. Taking sectional mocks allows you to focus on one particular section at one time. This will help you identify strengths and weaknesses and will also improve your management skills. In LRDI, selecting the right set to start with is often a challenge for CAT aspirants. Sectional Tests help you develop this skill, which can be applied in CAT LRDI mocks and ultimately in the actual exam.

Taking and Analysing CAT Mocks (Final Phase)

Mock tests are a crucial part of CAT preparation. They provide real test-taking experience and help the candidates to familiarize with the real exam heat and environment. Mocks for CAT helps you in building concepts, developing strategies, identifying weaknesses, and then further working on them. However, simply taking sectional mocks are not enough - analyzing the mock result is the key to assess preparation levels and pinpoint weak areas. After each mock analysis, adjusting preparation strategy accordingly is equally important.

Additional Material:

In addition to CAT 2026 coaching, iQuanta offers free CAT material, benefiting thousands of aspirants each year. The LRDI Master Playlist on iQuanta CAT YouTube channel is a valuable resource for practicing the LRDI section of the CAT exam.

Assuming CAT 2026 follows a 2-hour format, for the VARC section there will be 16 RC questions, making up 70% of the VARC section. The VARC section in CAT 2026 primarily tests your reading comprehension skills, not your vocabulary or grammar. To prepare for CAT VARC section you can follow these steps:

CAT VARC Practice - Start Reading (Initial Phase)

Many CAT aspirants do not have English as their native language or are extremely weak in English, making RC passages in the VARC section challenging and daunting. The best way to overcome this is a regular reading habit, which enhances vocabulary and improves language comprehension. In addition to the CAT 2026 course, students will also get access to 250 genre-wise articles, which is an excellent reading resource for the VARC practice.

Develop Grammar Abilities and Vocabulary for VARC (Initial Phase)

CAT exam does not directly test your grammar or vocabulary, but improving them can enhance comprehension skills for this section in CAT. If starting early, aspirants should not overlook building their vocabulary and grammar, as these can indirectly help them in understanding RC passages.

Start Solving 1RC or 2VA Questions Initially (Intermediate Phase)

After a few months of reading and improving vocabulary and grammar, you can begin solving Reading Comprehension sets and Verbal Ability questions. Start with one RC per day and gradually increase the number of RCs and VA questions over time.

Start Taking CAT sectionals (Intermediate Phase)

After the initial practice phase, you can start taking sectionals for time management for the VARC section. Sectional mocks for CAT help you remain focused on one section at a time, allowing you to identify strengths, weaknesses, and improve time management. In VARC, experimenting with different strategies will help you determine the most effective approach that is suitable for yourself.

Taking and Analysing CAT Mocks (Final Phase)

Mock tests are a crucial part of CAT preparation, providing essential test-taking experience and familiarizing aspirants with the exam pattern and environment. This helps you build concepts, refine strategies, identify weaknesses, and work on areas of improvement for the exam. However, simply taking mocks is not enough - analyzing the mock result is a key to assessing preparation levels and identifying the weak areas. After each analysis, adjust your strategy accordingly as it is for effective progress.

Special Addition for VARC in iQuanta CAT Online Coaching:

iQuanta Engineer’s VARC along with the VARC Essentials is the perfect one stop solution for students struggling with English and Grammar. This module includes genre-wise RC videos and detailed VA videos with solutions, focusing on enhancing your comprehension skills. Added to the CAT 2026 course, it covers essential concepts like tone, assumptions, and inferences to help students improve their VARC performance.