CMAT question papers with answer key and Solutions PDF are available for download here. We have also provided slot-wise CMAT previous year question papers available for download. CMAT Question Paper has 5 sections due to the addition of a new section on Innovation & Entrepreneurship. Before 2021, the question paper comprised only 4 sections.
CMAT 2026 Question Paper with Solutions PDFs
| Exam | Question Paper | Solutions PDF |
|---|---|---|
| CMAT 2026 Question Paper January 25 | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
CMAT 2026 Paper Analysis
The CMAT 2026 was conducted on 25 January 2026 in a single session in a CBT mode.
As per the analysis of Sumit sir from catking, the overall paper was easy to moderate, similar to previous years, with GK was unpredictable and difficult section.
“GK was frequently described as “bahut bekaar” and “unexpected”, with many questioning the relevance of certain current affairs questions.”
- QT & DI: Moderate but time-consuming with heavy arithmetic questions and lengthy DI. 11–15 attempts
- Logical Reasoning: Easy to moderate, balanced; coding-decoding and visual reasoning dominated, fewer critical reasoning Qs. 14–17 attempts
- Language Comprehension: Easy to moderate and scoring; grammar, RCs, and idioms were mostly direct, with a few tricky Qs. 15–18 attempts
- General Awareness: It was difficult and unpredictable, with static GK dominating the exam, and current affairs were tricky/outdated, with around 8–12 good attempts
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Easy, concept-based, highly scoring; questions were on startup stages, ideation, and exit strategies. 14–16 attempts
A score of 300–320 marks will place you in the 99.5+ percentile, and scores in the 270–285 range will translate into the 99th percentile.
CMAT 2025 Question Paper with Solutions PDFs
| Exam | Question Paper | Solutions PDF |
|---|---|---|
| CMAT 2025 Question Paper January 25 | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
CMAT 2024 Question Paper with Solutions PDFs
| Exam | Question Paper | Solutions PDF |
|---|---|---|
| CMAT 2024 Question Paper May 15 Shift 1 |  Download | Check Solutions |
| CMAT 2024 Question Paper May 15 Shift 2 | Download | Check Solutions |
CMAT Previous Years’ Papers
Previous years’ papers help the candidate in understanding the exam pattern and in the revision of the entire syllabus. Before appearing for the exam, candidates are advised to go through the previous years’ papers given below:
CMAT Question Paper 2023
| Slot | Question Paper PDF |
|---|---|
| May 4 Slot 1 (9:00 am to 12:00 noon) | Check Here |
| May 4 Slot 2 (2:30 pm to 5:30 pm) |
CMAT Question Paper 2022
| Question Paper | Download Link |
|---|---|
| Question Paper 2022 | Check Here |
CMAT Question Paper 2021
| Exam Slot | Question Paper with Solutions PDF |
|---|---|
| Slot 1 | Check Here |
| Slot 2 | Check Here |
CMAT Question Paper 2020
| Exam | Question Paper with Solutions PDF |
|---|---|
| Question Paper 2020 | Check Here |
CMAT Question Paper 2019
| Date/Slot | Question Paper with Solutions PDF |
|---|---|
| Jan 28 | Check Here |
| Jan 29 | Check Here |
CMAT Question Paper 2018
| Exam Slot and Subject | Question Paper with Solutions PDF |
|---|---|
| Slot 1 Quant | Check Here |
| Slot 1 Language Comprehension | Check Here |
| Slot 1 Logical Reasoning | Check Here |
| Slot 1 GK | Check Here |
| Slot 2 Quant | Check Here |
| Slot 2 Language Comprehension | Check Here |
| Slot 2 Logical Reasoning | Check Here |
| Slot 2 GK | Check Here |
CMAT Sample Papers
CMAT Question Paper FAQs
Ques: Why is it important to solve CMAT Previous Year Question Papers?
Ans: It is important to solve CMAT Previous year question papers because it helps in improving time management, identifying and rectifying common errors, and understanding the exam pattern and syllabus.
Ques: Should I use a calculator while attempting CMAT mock test?
Ans: No, it is not recommended to use a calculator while attempting CMAT Mock test or CMAT Previous Year Paper as no calculator will be allowed during the actual exam.
Ques: Is there any negative marking in CMAT question paper?
Ans: Yes, 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer. For every correct answer, 4 marks are awarded and no mark is deducted for unanswered questions.
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