CAT Previous-year papers

Free CAT previous-year question papers with answers and explanations. 1 papers and 30 solved questions covering 2026. Practice online, track your accuracy and find your weak subjects.

Exam pattern

Papers
1
questions
30
Duration
120 minutes
Negative marking
Yes

About the exam

Common Admission Test

Subjects

  • English · 10 questions
  • Mathematics · 10 questions
  • Aptitude (Reasoning) · 10 questions

Previous-year papers

Year 2026

Frequently asked questions

How many CAT previous-year papers are available?
GyanV has 1 CAT papers with 30 questions, each with the correct answer and an explanation, covering 2026.
Is there negative marking in CAT?
Yes. Marks are deducted for wrong answers in these papers, so avoid blind guessing.
Which subjects are asked in CAT?
Based on the question bank, the main subjects are: English, Mathematics, Aptitude (Reasoning).
How long is the CAT exam?
Typically 120 minutes, with around 30 questions.
Are these CAT papers free?
Yes. Every question, answer and explanation is free to read. Create a free account to attempt papers against a timer and track your accuracy by subject.

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