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Associate Content Manager | Updated On - Nov 14, 2023
CAT Mock Test 2023 by IIM is available on the official website- iimcat.ac.in. IIM released three separate CAT 2023 Mock Test links for Non-PwD, Blindness/Low Vision, and Other PwD candidates. CAT 2023 mock test by IIM includes selected questions from previous year papers. The total time duration of CAT 2023 Mock Test is 120 minutes with a sectional time limit of 40 minutes.
The links to the previous year official mock tests for CAT 2022 and CAT 2021 by IIM are also provided below for practice. Candidates can also attempt free CAT mock tests by Collegedunia to get used to the latest paper pattern.
CAT 2023 Mock Test Official (Out)
| Particulars | CAT 2023 Mock Test |
|---|---|
| CAT 2023 Mock Test | Mock Test Link |
| CAT 2023 Mock Test - For PwD Candidates (Blindness and Low Vision) | Mock Test Link |
| CAT 2023 Mock Test - For Other PwD Candidates | Mock Test Link |
CAT 2022 Mock Test Official
| Particulars | CAT 2022 Official Mock Test |
|---|---|
| CAT 2022 Mock Test | Mock Test Link |
| CAT 2022 Mock Test - For PwD Candidates (Blindness and Low Vision) | Mock Test Link |
| CAT 2022 Mock Test - For Other PwD Candidates | Mock Test Link |
CAT 2021 Mock Test Official
| Particulars | CAT 2021 Official Mock Test |
|---|---|
| CAT 2021 Mock Test | Mock Test Link |
| CAT 2021 Mock Test - For PwD Candidates (Blindness and Low Vision) | Mock Test Link |
| CAT 2021 Mock Test - For Other PwD Candidates | Mock Test Link |
Must Solve:
- CAT 2021 Question Paper
- CAT 2021 Question Paper
- CAT 2020 Question Paper
- CAT 2019 Question Paper
- CAT 2018 Question Paper
How to Access CAT Mock Test by IIM?
To access CAT Mock Test Online candidates can follow the steps mentioned below:
Step 1: Visit the official website
- Candidates can check the availability of CAT mock test series by visiting the official website.
- The link of CAT mock test series is activated on the official website and all the candidates can access it.
Step 2: Click on Link and Login
- Click on CAT Mock Test link and a new window will appear.
- Click on ‘Sign in’ to access the same.
Step 3: Read the Instructions and Start the test
- Instructions will appear on your screen.
- Read all the instructions carefully. All the instructions will be similar to the final CAT paper.
- The instruction includes points like how to answer the questions, what will be marking scheme, etc.
- After reading all the instructions, click on “I am ready to begin”.
- You will start immediately after clicking that button.
Quick Links:
| CAT Quant Important Topics & Syllabus | CAT DILR Important Topics & Syllabus | CAT VARC Important Topics & Syllabus |
How to Answer MCQs in CAT Online Test Series?
- The first question will appear on your screen and if you do not want to answer that question then you can click on or select any question number from the questions palette.
- If you are confident that the answer is correct then click on “save and next” tab and the next question will be displayed on the screen.
- If you are not very confident about your answer then click on the tab “Mark for Review & Next”.
- In case the candidate does not choose any option, then the answer to that question will not be saved.
- The same will be applicable in the final CAT 2023 examination.
- The test comprises of three sections. Each section is allotted 40 minutes to solve the questions. For PwD category candidates, 40 minutes are allotted for each section.
- Once the mock test starts, the timer on the top right corner on the screen will also start. On completion of 40 min i.e. when the timer will be 00:00, the particular section will be locked and the candidates will be directed to the next section.
- It is to be noted that the candidates will not be able to navigate to other section before 40 minutes, i.e., in case a candidate completes the section within 40 minutes then he/she have to wait for the time to complete.
- Once the candidate has completed one section and transferred to another section, they won’t be able to change theri responses of the previous section.
- Candidates can mark their responses through the on-screen keyboard.
- Using the “Save and Next” option, candidates can switch to another question. Candidates may also jump into another question by clicking on the question number given on the question palette.
- All the attempted and unattempted questions will be displayed on the question palette on the right corner of the screen.
- Below given is the status and their meaning for all the questions.
Also Check:
Status of Answers/Questions in CAT 2023 Mock Test
| Color on Question Number | What does it Mean? |
|---|---|
| Gray | You have not visited the question |
| Red | You have visited the question but not answered it |
| Green | You answered the question but have not flagged it as marked for review |
| Purple | You have not answered the question but flagged it as marked for review |
| Purple with Green | You answered the question as well as flagged it as marked for review |
Also Check CAT Question Papers of Last 30 Years
CAT 2023 Mock Test FAQs
Ques. Where can I get the official CAT 2023 mock test?
Ans. The official CAT 2023 mock test link is available on the official website of CAT 2023- iimcat.ac.in. The direct link to access the same is also provided in this article.
Ques. Can a candidate access the official CAT 2023 mock test without registering for the exam?
Ans The official CAT mock tests are accessible to all the candidates. No login credentials are required to take the mock test.
Ques. What is the benefit of CAT 2023 mock test?
Ans. Practicing CAT 2023 mock test is beneficial in improving speed and accuracy in solving the question paper. It helps candidates analyze their level of preparation and work on weaker areas.
Ques. How many CAT mock tests should a candidate practice to score well in the entrance?
Ans. Candidates are advised to take at least 10-15 mock tests so that they can analyze their level of preparation and work on weaker areas. This will help in identifying gaps in the preparation.
Ques. How many CAT mock tests should a candidate attempt in a day?
Ans. It is usually advised that a candidate should solve only one CAT mock test in a day. Post solving the mock test, the candidate can analyze their performance and identify sections or topics that need additional focus and preparation. Usually, candidates find CAT Quantitative Ability section to be the hardest among the three.
Ques. Do coaching institutes also provide online mock tests for CAT preparation?
Ans. Yes. Several MBA coaching institutes provide online CAT mock tests to their students. Aspirants can use those mock test and other CAT Sample Papers to prepare.
Ques. How can a candidate analyze his/ her performance after solving CAT mock test?
Ans. After attempting each CAT mock test, a candidate must check how many questions he/ she could solve accurately in the given time, questions on which topics took more time to solve, how much time it took to read the RC passages and which were the questions they could not attempt. This would give them an idea about the topics or sections that need more practice.
Ques. Are CAT mock tests exactly like the actual exam?
Ans. Yes. Since the actual purpose of CAT mock tests is to prepare the candidate for the final exam, mock tests are exactly like the actual exam.
Ques. Will there be a sectional time limit in the CAT mock test too?
Ans. Yes. Just like actual CAT 2023, the mock tests too will have a sectional time limit. This would make sure that the candidates are able to manage their time well which would help on November 26, 2023.
Ques. How are CAT mock tests different for PwD candidates?
Ans. IIM Lucknow will release the official CAT mock test for PwD candidates. Candidates with a low vision will be given 53 minutes 20 seconds to solve each section. This means that they will be provided additional 13 minutes 20 seconds for each section to answer the question.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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