CAT 2024: Best books for QA, VARC, DILR preparation; section-wise topics covered
Anu Parthiban | October 15, 2024 | 05:14 PM IST | 2 mins read
IIM CAT admit card 2024 will be hosted on the official website, iimcat.ac.in, on November 5. Here’s a list of section-wise best books to score better marks.
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IIM Calcutta will be administering the national-level entrance exam on November 24 in computer-based test (CBT) mode. The duration of the test will be 120 minutes and candidates will be given 40 minutes to attempt each section.
CAT question paper 2024 will have three sections - verbal ability and reading comprehension, data interpretation and logical reasoning, and quantitative ability. Students will not be allowed to switch from one section to another. CAT free mock test link 2024 will be hosted on the official website, iimcat.ac.in, to familiarise candidates with the format of the test.
The CAT registration window was closed on September 20. As per the schedule, the CAT admit card 2024 will be issued on November 5 for registered candidates. The exam will be held in around 170 exam cities.
Best books for CAT preparation 2024
Selecting high-quality resources and proper planning will help boost score in CAT exam 2024, experts suggest. Here are the best books for CAT preparation and section-wise topics covered.
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Best books for Quantitative Aptitude (QA) |
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Book name |
Author’s name |
Topics covered |
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How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT |
Arun Sharma |
Detailed coverage of quantitative topics, includes shortcuts and tips for solving problems. |
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NCERT Mathematics Books (Class 6 to 10) |
NCERT |
Fundamental concepts of mathematics, clear explanations, essential for building a strong foundation in maths |
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Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT |
Sarvesh Sharma |
Comprehensive coverage of quantitative topics, includes advanced level problems and solutions. |
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Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations |
Abhijit Guha |
Detailed coverage of quantitative topics, includes numerous practice questions and solved examples. |
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Best books for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) |
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How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT |
Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay |
Step-by-step approach to improve verbal ability and comprehension, includes practice questions |
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30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary |
Wilfred Funk and Norman Lewis/Simon and Schuster |
Enhances vocabulary through practical exercises, quick learning strategies |
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High School English Grammar and Composition |
Wren & Martin |
Covers the entire syllabus of English grammar, includes practice exercises and self-assessment sections. |
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PSC for VA for CAT |
Nishit Sinha |
Covers verbal ability topics, practical approach with practice questions and previous year papers. |
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Best books for Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) |
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How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for the CAT |
Arun Sharma |
Comprehensive coverage of DI topics, self-sufficient for preparation. |
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Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT |
Nishit K. Sinha |
Strong concept building, practical application of problems, graded difficulty levels. |
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Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency |
Ananta Ashisha |
Focuses on interpretation of data and sufficiency of information, practical approach. |
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CAT Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning |
Gautam Puri |
Practical approach to DI and LR topics, includes practice questions and mock tests. |
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