Candidates need to have a focused plan for 30-day preparation of CMAT 2023. Get tips on how to prepare for CMAT exam in one month, here.
CMAT is similar to other MBA entrance exams so it is not very difficult to prepare for it. Since, CMAT 2023 will be the last national level entrance exam of the MBA admission season 2023, there is ample time to prepare for it. The CMAT 2023 exam dates have not been announced yet. Assuming that the CMAT 2023 exam will be held in the last week of March or first week of April 2023, you have good enough time to prepare. If you decide to appear for CMAT 2023 exam at a later stage, even then you can score well provided you walk the right path and do the right things. CMAT 2023 preparation in one month will require quick syllabus coverage and extensive practice. You must also focus on time bound revision and mock test practice.
If you have appeared for CAT 2022, SNAP 2022, XAT 2023 and IIFT 2023 exams; all you need to do is practice CMAT mock tests and study GK. If you plan to appear for only CMAT exam, then you need to put in four to six hours daily for CMAT preparation, but before that you need to make a one-month CMAT preparation strategy. Read below for detailed CMAT exam strategy for one-month preparation.
How to prepare for CMAT 2023 in One Month
In CMAT 2021, an additional section in CMAT question paper - Innovation and Entrepreneurship was introduced. This section had 25 questions based on the same area and extra 30 minutes are allotted to solve it. However, in CMAT 2022, the Innovation and Entrepreneurship was not optional section. It carried 20 questions like rest of the four sections. All five sections haad to be solved in 180 minutes only. In CMAT 2023, the Innovation and Entrepreneurship section may appear as mandatory. So, you need to have a 1-month CMAT preparation plan which includes Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
Start with the toughest subject. Since, the time is less, focus on the subject you find toughest. Check CMAT syllabus and make a list of topics starting from toughest to easiest. Allot time for them accordingly and start the preparation.
CMAT exam pattern is almost similar to other MBA exams, i.e. MCQs on Quantitative Techniques, Reasoning, English and GK so the books and study material will be same. Since the time is less, the candidates must start practicing CMAT mock tests and previous years question papers simultaneously while covering the syllabus.
Download: Previous Year CMAT question papers
Best Books for CMAT Preparation
Given below is the list of best books for CMAT 2023. To read more about best books for CMAT preparation and other study material, click here.
CMAT Books |
Author |
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How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT |
Arun Sharma (Mc Graw Hill Education |
The Pearson Guide to Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning for the CAT |
Nishit K Sinha |
A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning |
Dr RS Aggarwal |
Trishna’s Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning for the CAT and Other MBA Examinations |
T.I.M.E. |
How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT |
Arun Sharma (Mc Graw Hill Education) |
Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT Common Admission Tests for Admission Into IIMs |
Sarvesh K Verma (Arihant) |
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations |
Abhijit Guha (Mc Graw Hill Education) |
NCERT Mathematics Books for Standard 8, 9 and 10 |
NCERT |
Quantitative Aptitude |
Dr RS Aggarwal |
How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for the CAT |
Arun Sharma (Mc Graw Hill Education) |
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT |
Nishit K Sinha (Pearson) |
Last Month Preparation Tips for CMAT 2023
- CMAT Mock Tests: Practicing previous years’ CMAT question papers and mock tests will help you strengthen your grip on topics and discover short cuts of solving calculation heavy equations. In the last month of CMAT 2022 preparation, practice one CMAT mock test on alternate days. Make it a point to analyse the result of each mock test and work upon the gaps.
- Porblem Solving Sessions: Participate in problem solving sessions in online study groups to get your doubts cleared. Online mentors and guides will teach you tricks and shortcuts to solve questions faster and more accurately. The online groups are also helpful in boosting the moral and confidence.
- Revision: Start chapter-wise revision 14 days before the exam. No amount of exam preparation will be useful, if you appear for the exam without ample revision. Take out an hour to go through all the concepts and formulae in the last 14 days. This is also the time to revise GK. If you have been following news, current affair will not be an issue. For static GK topics, the best approach is regular revision. Make short notes – write them down in a notebook. Go through the notes a day before the exam.
- Focus on exam day strategy: Make sure you understand the CMAT exam pattern properly i.e. know the section-wise break up, topic-wise weightage and difficulty level. The choice of questions plays an important role in overall scoring. CMAT has negative marking and it is better to skip a question instead of answering it incorrectly. Develop the skill of identifying the questions that can be solved with 100 per cent accuracy.
- Time Management: Another aspect of CMAT preparation is that you need to focus on learning time-management. CMAT has 100 questions and the duration of the exam is 180 minutes, which means you will get 1.8 minutes for each question, including reading exam related instructions, RC passages, mathematical calculation, etc. So, develop pace and accuracy in solving sample questions in the last one month.
Points to Keep in Mind for CMAT Exam 2023
- CMAT has a negative marking of minus one mark for wrong answer. There is no negative marking for unanswered questions.
- There is no sectional time-limit in CMAT. Candidates can choose the chronology of sections to answer as per their convenience.
- Focus on meeting sectional cut offs of CMAT, first. If there’s enough time left, attempt the questions left behind one more time.
- Start with easy questions first and then move to tough questions. Attempt GK section at last as it should not take more than 10-15 minutes.
- The CMAT question paper is generally of moderate difficulty. RC passages in the Language Comprehension section are also often easily understandable.
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- CMAT 2023 exam day: Last minute tips
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CAT MAT CMAT and GMAT entrance exams whose scores are considered for admission in a MBA course. These scores are accepted by majority of the colleges and institutes in India. However, if you still want to pursue an MBA from a reputed B-school you can do the same without these entrance exams.
It depends on the specific requirements of the MBA programme you are applying to. Some MBA programs require the CMAT (Common Management Admission Test) as part of the admissions process, while others do not. In general, the CMAT is a standardized test that is used by many business schools in Indi...It depends on the specific requirements of the MBA programme you are applying to. Some MBA programs require the CMAT (Common Management Admission Test) as part of the admissions process, while others do not. In general, the CMAT is a standardized test that is used by many business schools in India to evaluate the aptitude and skills of candidates seeking admission to MBA programs. However, there are some MBA programs that may not require the CMAT or may have alternative admission requirements. If you are interested in pursuing an MBA in India, it is important to research the specific admission requirements of the programs you are considering to determine whether or not the CMAT is required. You can find this information on the websites of the individual MBA programs or by contacting their admissions offices directly.
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Which is better MAT or CMAT?
MAT and CMAT are both speed based exams having the same syllabus. However, CMAT has an extra section and is more difficult than MAT. But the benefit of MAT over CMAT is that one can attempt MAT multiple times in the same academic session to improve the exam score, unlike CMAT which is conducted o...MAT and CMAT are both speed based exams having the same syllabus. However, CMAT has an extra section and is more difficult than MAT. But the benefit of MAT over CMAT is that one can attempt MAT multiple times in the same academic session to improve the exam score, unlike CMAT which is conducted only once in a year.
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Will I receive the CMAT result 2023 and scorecard through the post?
Common Management Admission Test results 2023 will be available online only on the Common Management Admission Test official website. No hard copy of the scorecard will be sent to any applicant. Thus, the applicants must ensure they download the scorecard PDF from the Common Management Admission ...Common Management Admission Test results 2023 will be available online only on the Common Management Admission Test official website. No hard copy of the scorecard will be sent to any applicant. Thus, the applicants must ensure they download the scorecard PDF from the Common Management Admission Test website as soon as the result is announced. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha CMAT exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/cmat-exam). I hope this will help you.
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What is the NTA-CMAT Test Practice Centre?
The National Testing Agency has established a network of Test Practice Centres spread across India to help candidates practice and train themselves for the Common Management Admission Test exam in online mode. This is to help the students acclimatize themselves to the online test process. For mor...The National Testing Agency has established a network of Test Practice Centres spread across India to help candidates practice and train themselves for the Common Management Admission Test exam in online mode. This is to help the students acclimatize themselves to the online test process. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha CMAT exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/cmat-exam). I hope this will help you.
The Ministry of Human Resource Development has mandated the NTA to set up, establish and create a network of Tests Practice Centres for candidates, especially in remote and rural areas to enable them to practice and be comfortable in taking a Computer Based Test (CBT). This facility will be compl...The Ministry of Human Resource Development has mandated the NTA to set up, establish and create a network of Tests Practice Centres for candidates, especially in remote and rural areas to enable them to practice and be comfortable in taking a Computer Based Test (CBT). This facility will be completely free of cost. Candidates can register online (on NTA website) where they will be provided a convenient TPC near to their location to practice on a given computer node. This will facilitate and ease the process of being able to take a Computer Based Test (CBT). The entire experience of using a computer will be as close to the actual experience of taking a CBT. All efforts will also be made to provide practice tests and questions so that
candidates can familiarize themselves with logging into the system, go through the detailed instructions regarding the test, use the mouse or numeric keyboard on screen (virtual) for attempting each question, scroll down to the next question, navigate between questions, review and edit their options and submit questions. The objective of TPCs will primarily be to organize test practice for the upcoming NTA examinations.
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What is the CMAT application fee for SC/ST/PwD students?
Common Management Admission Test application fees for Schedule Caste or Schedule Tribe candidates are as follows:1- For Male Candidates: INR 2,0002- For Female or reserved categories candidates: INR 1,000The Common Management Admission Test fee is to be paid at the time of application submission ...Common Management Admission Test application fees for Schedule Caste or Schedule Tribe candidates are as follows:
1- For Male Candidates: INR 2,000
2- For Female or reserved categories candidates: INR 1,000
The Common Management Admission Test fee is to be paid at the time of application submission and the amount is non-refundable. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha Common Management Admission Test exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/cmat-exam). I hope this will help you.
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What does it mean to CMAT participation institutes?
The Common Management Admission Test CMAT participating institutes are the institutions that accept the Common Management Admission Test score for admission to Master of Business Administration/Post Graduate Diploma in Management courses. These colleges shortlist candidates for admission on the b...The Common Management Admission Test CMAT participating institutes are the institutions that accept the Common Management Admission Test score for admission to Master of Business Administration/Post Graduate Diploma in Management courses. These colleges shortlist candidates for admission on the basis of Common Management Admission Test scores. Over 1,300 Master of Business Administration colleges across India accepts Common Management Admission Test scores for admission. The list of Master of Business Administration colleges accepting Common Management Admission Test scores for admission is given below.
1- Amity University, Noida.
2- BIMTECH, Greater Noida.
3- Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology.
4- IMS, Ghaziabad.
5- Institute of Marketing Management, Delhi. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha CMAT exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/cmat-exam). I hope this will help you.
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Is there a provision for rechecking or evaluating CMAT answer sheets?
No, there is no provision for rechecking or revaluation of Common Management Admission Test answer sheets. Marks allotted to candidates in the Common Management Admission Test 2023 scorecard will be final. If any student wishes to increase their Common Management Admission Test score, they will h...No, there is no provision for rechecking or revaluation of Common Management Admission Test answer sheets. Marks allotted to candidates in the Common Management Admission Test 2023 scorecard will be final. If any student wishes to increase their Common Management Admission Test score, they will have to appear for the exam again in the next session. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha Common Management Admission Test exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/cmat-exam). I hope this will help you.
The CMAT is a computer-based test conducted by the National Testing Agency NTA for admission to various management programs in India. As per the official notification on the NTA website, there is no provision for rechecking or re-evaluation of the answer sheets for CMAT. The result declared by NT...The CMAT is a computer-based test conducted by the National Testing Agency NTA for admission to various management programs in India. As per the official notification on the NTA website, there is no provision for rechecking or re-evaluation of the answer sheets for CMAT. The result declared by NTA on the basis of the final answer keys is final and binding. However, if a candidate has any grievances related to the conduct of the examination, they can report it to the NTA through the Grievance Redressal System (GRS) available on the official website. The grievances will be looked into by the exam conducting authorities and appropriate action will be taken if required.
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When will CMAT 2023 scorecard be available for download on the official website?
The Common Management Admission Test result 2023 will be preserved for up to 60 days from the date of the declaration on the Common Management Admission Test-National Testing Agency (CMAT-NTA) website. Candidates must download their scorecards before that. After two months, they will have to put ...The Common Management Admission Test result 2023 will be preserved for up to 60 days from the date of the declaration on the Common Management Admission Test-National Testing Agency (CMAT-NTA) website. Candidates must download their scorecards before that. After two months, they will have to put in a special requisition with the exam authorities for the Common Management Admission Test scorecard. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha Common Management Admission Test exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/cmat-exam). I hope this will help you.
The facility to download CMAT scorecard will be available on the official website of CMAT-NTA for one year only. The candidates can download their scorecards from the day of CMAT result till December 31, 2023.
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What are the reservation criteria for CMAT?
There are no reservation criteria for the Common Management Admission Test. However, Common Management Admission Test participating institutes have to abide by reservation criteria for educational institutions set by the GoI (Government of India) during the admission process. Students planning to...There are no reservation criteria for the Common Management Admission Test. However, Common Management Admission Test participating institutes have to abide by reservation criteria for educational institutions set by the GoI (Government of India) during the admission process. Students planning to pursue a Master of Business Administration can check the reservation criteria for the particular college at its official website of the Common Admission Test and fill out the application form accordingly. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha CMAT exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/cmat-exam). I hope this will help you.
The minimum qualifying percentage for a UG degree for General Category candidates is 50%. The minimum qualifying percentage for a UG degree for Reserved Category candidates is 45%.
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Is there any difference between the CMAT score and percentile?
Yes, the Common Management Admission Test score is the total marks one has scored in the exam (sum total of marks scored in the five sections basis correct and incorrect attempts), whereas the Common Management Admission Test percentile is the rank of an applicant compared to all other test taker...Yes, the Common Management Admission Test score is the total marks one has scored in the exam (sum total of marks scored in the five sections basis correct and incorrect attempts), whereas the Common Management Admission Test percentile is the rank of an applicant compared to all other test takers. Common Management Admission Test Percentile Calculation:
Percentile P = 100 x Number of students who appeared in the examination with raw marks equal to or less than the candidate/Total number of candidates who appeared. For example, suppose 10,000 students appeared in the Common Management Admission Test exam. And student A has got the Number 1 Rank. His Common Management Admission Test percentile score will be: 100 x 9999/10,000= 99.99
You can also calculate the rank with the below-given formula:
Percentile (P)= 10,000 1 (rank)/10,000 x 100= 99.99. Common Management Admission Test Score Calculation:
1- For each correct answer, 4 marks will be allotted.
2- For each incorrect answer, a 1 mark will be deducted.
3- There is no negative marking for unanswered questions.
4- The total score will be calculated by totaling marks gained or lost in each question.
5- The Common Management Admission Test question paper carries 100 questions, equally divided into four sections. Total marks allotted in 400. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha Common Management Admission Test exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/cmat-exam). I hope this will help you.
CMAT Score directs to the total marks obtained in the exam. CMAT Percentile indicates a candidate's comparative score with respect to other candidates who have qualified for the exam.
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Is CMAT compulsory for MBA or can we get admission on the basis of Bachelors degree?
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