KMAT Books 2025 recommended by Experts

This section of the KMAT question paper comprises topics such as Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Completion, Phrases and Idioms, Para Jumbles, etc. Books to study for the VARC section of the KMAT exam are as follows:

Book Name	Author/ Publisher
Word Power Made Easy	Norman Lewis
How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT	Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay
The Pearson Guide to Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning	Nishit K. Sinha
High School English Grammar and Composition Key	Wren and Martin

KMAT has a total of 120 questions. Each question carries one mark each for correct attempt and there is no negative markings. There is no deduction for unanswered questions. Therefore, the total marks of the KMAT exam are 120. Sectional marking scheme of the KMAT exam is as follows:

• Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehensions: 40 (40X1)
• Quantitative Aptitude: 40 (40X1)
• Logical Reasoning: 40 (40X1)

KMAT is a time-based exam, hence candidates are required to complete all three sections within the allotted time. Candidates must note that they must answer the questions carefully and if they do not know the answer to a particular question, it is wise to leave that question and move to the next one. 

Ideally, candidates should dedicate at least six months to prepare for the KMAT exam. This time would help them grasp the concepts which are tested in the KMAT exam, build a solid foundation and still have enough time for revision.
Generally, candidates spend two to six months preparing for the KMAT exam. The syllabus of the KMAT exam is not very difficult. But, one also has to spend ample of time in practice sessions and mock tests to be able to master all types of KMAT questions - easy, moderate and tough.
Students can dedicate at least three to four hours everyday during the course of their KMAT preparation.

Ultimately, the key to successful KMAT preparation is consistency, a well-structured study plan, and regular practice.

The KMAT structure has remained unchanged since the past few years. KMAT exam will have 120 multiple-choice questions to be solved in 120 minutes. There is no negative marking in the KMAT exam and no marks will be deducted for questions not attempted. There will be three sections in the KMAT question paper, i.e. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude. Each section of the KMAT question paper will have 40 multiple choice questions which will have four options each. One mark will be awarded to the candidates for each correct answer. The exam will be conducted in the remote-proctored mode. Before 2020, the exam was conducted in the paper-based test mode. But since the COVID-19 pandemic, the authorities changed the exam mode to internet-based test mode. 

The Logical Reasoning section of the KMAT question paper evaluates candidate's ability to analyze and evaluate arguments, identify patterns, and draw conclusions. This section of the exam mainly consists of topics from Analytical Reasoning and Critical Reasoning. Some of the important topics of the Logical Reasoning are:

1. Syllogisms
2. Critical Reasoning
3. Cause and Effect
4. Statement and Conclusion
5. Assumptions and Conclusions
6. Strong and Weak Arguments
7. Coding and Decoding
8. Statement and Inference
9. Data Sufficiency
10. Data Interpretation
11. Arrangements
12. Blood Relations
13. Course of Action
14. Series and Sequences

Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association (KPPGCA): Important topics for the exam are listed below: - Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension - Quantitative Ability - Logical Reasoning Each of these sections will have 40 questions and total of 120 questions. So it is important to focus on each of the subtopics under these broad sections. Important areas to study: -Grammar, vocabulary, sentence completion, synonyms, comprehension of passages - Seating Arrangement problems, Circular Arrangements, Blood Relations, Selection and Conditionals , Sets based on grouping and patterns, and Mapping and best routes. - Algebra, Trigonometry, arithmetic problems involving ratio and proportion, percentage, interest, time and speed. - General Knowledge- Current affairs, history, geography and economics

To crack the KMAT exam in three months, students need to devise a comprehensive KMAT preparation plan which covers the complete KMAT syllabus. Students should ensure that they allocate enough time to different topics in the KMAT syllabus based on strengths and weaknesses and still have time for revision.
Students should take full length and sectional mock tests for KMAT. This will help the candidates improve their time management skills. To prepare better, students should try to analyse their performance in the mock tests and identify the areas where the mistakes have been made. 
Students can spend more time on improving the weaknesses.