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| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) | Reading Comprehension passages — inference, primary purpose, tone, vocabulary in context; Para-jumbles & Para-completion; Para-summary; Vocabulary; Grammar & Sentence Correction; Critical Reasoning — assumption, conclusion, weaken, strengthen, paradox; Verbal Logic.Reading Comprehension passages — inference, primary purpose, tone, vocabulary in context; Para-jumbles & Para-completion; Para-summary; Vocabulary; Grammar & Sentence Correction; Critical Reasoning — assumption, conclusion, weaken, strengthen, paradox; Verbal Logic. |
| Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) | Tables, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts, Line Charts, Caselets; Data Sufficiency; Arrangements — linear, circular, matrix; Blood Relations; Syllogism; Cubes & Dice; Coding-Decoding; Series & Analogy; Routes & Networks; Games & Tournaments; Venn Diagrams; Set Theory.Tables, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts, Line Charts, Caselets; Data Sufficiency; Arrangements — linear, circular, matrix; Blood Relations; Syllogism; Cubes & Dice; Coding-Decoding; Series & Analogy; Routes & Networks; Games & Tournaments; Venn Diagrams; Set Theory. |
| Application Start Date | 15th April 202615th April 2026 |
| Application End Date | 20th June 202620th June 2026 |
| Exam Date | Predicted 20th June 2026Predicted 20th June 2026 |
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The CMAT 2026 syllabus is now available, outlining all subjects and their respective topics for this year's exam. Candidates can review the section-wise breakdown, which follows the official notification from AICTE and NTA. Each subject area is listed in the order it typically appears on the question paper, with sub-topics reflecting their importance based on previous cycles. This syllabus is intended to help applicants focus their revision and prioritize topics according to expected weightage. It is crucial to consult the official website for any last-minute changes, as exam authorities sometimes update the syllabus or adjust the distribution of marks. Use this guide to structure your study plan and ensure comprehensive coverage of all required areas.
| Quantitative Ability (QA)Quantitative Ability (QA) | Number Systems; Arithmetic — Percentages, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Time-Speed-Distance, Time & Work, Mixtures & Alligations, SI/CI; Algebra — Linear & Quadratic Equations, Inequalities, Functions, Logarithms, Sequences & Series; Geometry & Mensuration; Coordinate Geometry; Trigonometry; Permutations, Combinations & Probability; Modern Maths.Number Systems; Arithmetic — Percentages, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Time-Speed-Distance, Time & Work, Mixtures & Alligations, SI/CI; Algebra — Linear & Quadratic Equations, Inequalities, Functions, Logarithms, Sequences & Series; Geometry & Mensuration; Coordinate Geometry; Trigonometry; Permutations, Combinations & Probability; Modern Maths. |