CAT does not announce topic weightage, but the pattern of recent papers shows which areas carry most questions. Use the charts below to decide where to put your time first.
QA topic weightage (indicative)
Weightage is indicative, based on trends in recent papers. It is not an official figure and can change every year.
DILR set weightage (indicative)
Weightage is indicative, based on trends in recent papers. It is not an official figure and can change every year.
VARC weightage (indicative)
Weightage is indicative, based on trends in recent papers. It is not an official figure and can change every year.
Priority guide
| Priority | QA | DILR | VARC |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | Arithmetic, Algebra | Arrangements, Games and tournaments | Reading Comprehension |
| Medium | Geometry, Number System | Tables, charts, caselets | Para jumbles |
| Low | Modern Maths | Venn diagrams, networks | Para summary, Odd sentence out |
A smart study order
- 1Cover the high-priority topics of each section first.
- 2Move to medium-priority topics once your accuracy is stable.
- 3Study low-priority topics last, only if time is left.
- 4Always check your own mock data. A topic that costs you many marks deserves attention even if its weightage is low.
CAT 2026 Topic Wise Weightage FAQs
Is topic weightage the same every year?+
No. It changes from paper to paper, so use it only as a guide.
More on CAT 2026
Source & Disclaimer
Official source: iimcat.ac.in
Information on this page is compiled from the official CAT notification at iimcat.ac.in and trends from earlier cycles. Dates marked Expected are estimates, not official announcements. Please confirm all details on the official website.