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Join our CAT 2026 Course to prepare in a structured way with daily live classes, recorded videos, practice questions, and mock tests by 5-time 100%iler, Maruti sir.
- 1000+ Concept Videos
- 22000+ Solved Questions
- Covers Complete CAT Syllabus
Daily live classes (Monday to Friday) by IIM Ahmedabad alumni and other CAT exam experts
Talk to expert Mentors to stay motivated, devise strategies and targetted score improvement.
The Common Admission Test (CAT) is the gateway to premier business schools in India, including the prestigious IIMs. As one of the most competitive exams, CAT 2026 is expected to attract thousands of aspirants. Here's what you need to know:
| Number of Questions | 68 |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours |
| Sections |
VARC- 40 Minutes- 24 Questions DILR- 40 Minutes- 22 Questions QA- 40 Minutes- 22 Questions |
| Marking Scheme |
+3 for correct answer -1 for incorrect answer No negative marking for TITA questions |
| CAT 2026 Exam Date (Tentative) | 29th November 2026 |
| Application Fee | INR 2,500 for General Category and INR 1,250 for Reserved category |
| Conducting body | Old IIMs |
The CAT syllabus is divided into three sections which include VARC, DILR and Quant. CAT VARC mainly consists of reading passages and verbal ability related questions. In CAT DILR, puzzles from Arrangement, Data based LR sets, DI based sets, Venn diagram sets, etc. are asked. In CAT Quant, problems from arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and number system are asked.
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The eligibility criteria for the CAT exam in 2026 state that candidates must possess a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks (or 45% for those in reserved categories) or be final-year students who will complete their degree within the designated period. Additionally, there is no age restriction for applicants, making it accessible to a diverse group of individuals.
| CAT 2026 Registration Open (Tentative) | 1st August 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Registration Last Date (Tentative) | 20th September 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Exam Date (Tentative) | 29th November 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Result Date (Tentative) | December 2026 |
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Maruti Sir is the Co-founder and CEO of Cracku, one of India’s most trusted platforms for CAT online preparation. An alumnus of IIT Bombay (2008) and IIM Ahmedabad (2011), he began his career at Barclays Investment Bank before following his passion for education and co-founding Cracku in 2014. With over 10 years of teaching experience, Sir is known for effortlessly simplifying even the most complex Quant and Logical Reasoning problems, making learning seamless for CAT aspirants nationwide. He is a 5-time CAT 100 Percentiler (CAT 2024, CAT 2023, CAT 2022, CAT 2021, CAT 2019) and 99.99 percentile in CAT 2020. His dedication to quality teaching and students has made him a revered mentor for serious CAT aspirants nationwide.
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Sayali Ma’am is the Head of Content at Cracku, one of India’s leading CAT online preparation institutes. An alumna of IIM Ahmedabad (2011) and a graduate from VJTI Mumbai, she brings a rare combination of academic excellence and corporate experience, having previously worked as a Trader at Citigroup. With over 10 years of experience mentoring aspirants for CAT and other MBA entrance exams, she is known for her in-depth conceptual clarity and detailed explanations, earning the admiration of thousands of CAT aspirants. She is a GMAT 100 percentiler (785 Score), Topper in CAT 2021, CAT 2022 & CAT 2023, XAT All-India Topper in 2023 & 2025, NMAT Topper in 2024 (297 Score) & 2023 (292 Score) Her passion for teaching and dedication to students continue to make her a beloved mentor in the MBA prep community.
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QA (CAT 2025) 99.08%ileAn avid reader with a background in Statistics, has an affinity for prose and probability alike.
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Overall (CAT 2025) 99.79%ileSpecialist in Quantitative Aptitude and LRDI, and is good in problem-solving and conceptual clarity.
My initial preparation was solely based on taking mocks. Not preparing in a structured manner meant that there were glaring gaps in my understanding of a few concepts. So, I signed up for the CAT Course. The concise concept videos helped me fill these gaps in a short period of time. I also benefitted a lot from sectional tests which allowed me to try out different test-taking strategies. I appreciate the effort put in by your extremely self-driven and passionate team.
The course includes complete concept videos, topic-wise practice questions, sectional tests, full-length mock tests, and detailed performance analysis.
The course is divided into sections and topics, allowing you to learn concepts step by step and practice alongside.
Yes, you get sectional tests for VARC, DILR, and Quant to improve performance in each section.
Yes, the course provides full-length mock tests based on the latest CAT exam pattern.
Yes, all questions and mock tests come with detailed solutions and explanations for better understanding.
Yes, the course is fully online and self-paced, so you can access it anytime as per your schedule.
Yes, after every test, you get detailed analysis including your score, accuracy, and time spent to track your progress.
Yes, the course includes live classes by MBA exam experts along with mentorship support to guide your preparation and strategy.
Yes, you get full-length mocks, sectional tests with video solutions, daily targets, and dedicated doubt-solving support.
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