CAT VARC 2026 Preparation Strategy: Check Important Topics, Section Weightage & High-Scoring Tips @iimcat.ac.in

CAT VARC 2026 Preparation Strategy: The Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) section is an important part of the CAT 2026 examination. The VARC section is expected to carry 24 questions worth 72 marks , following the recent examination pattern. Candidates preparing for the CAT should focus on reading speed, comprehension accuracy, vocabulary in context, and logical interpretation to improve their overall scores. A well-planned preparation strategy can help aspirants identify high-priority topics, manage sectional time effectively, and avoid unnecessary negative marking. Regular practice with previous years' question papers and mock tests can also improve performance. CAT 2026 exam will be conducted on November 29, 2026. Candidates who will be appearing for CAT 2026 should follow the section-wise preparation strategy here.

CAT VARC 2026: Important Topics and Section Weightage

CAT VARC section-wise weightage has been analysed here. Based on the past few years' question patterns, we've done an expected analysis.

As per the above analysis, candidates will get the most questions from the Reading Comprehension section; therefore, they should keep 25 to 28 minutes to solve the questions.

CAT VARC 2026: High Scoring Tips

Candidates can follow these preparation strategies to improve their accuracy and overall performance level before the CAT 2026 exam.

• Practise Multiple RC Passages: Solve passages from different subjects to become comfortable with unfamiliar topics.
• Avoid Unnecessary Guesswork: Eliminate incorrect options carefully before selecting an answer, particularly in multiple-choice questions.
• Analyse Mistakes: Maintain an error log to identify recurring weaknesses in inference, interpretation, and sentence arrangement.
• Read Editorials Daily: Read quality newspaper editorials and analytical articles to improve comprehension, vocabulary, and reading speed.
• Understand Question Patterns: Analyse previous CAT papers to identify recurring question formats and commonly tested concepts.
• Attempt Mock Tests: Take timed VARC sectional tests to improve speed, accuracy, and question selection.

Keep visiting CollegeDekho for the latest Education News on entrance exams, board exams and admissions. You can also write to us at our email ID [email protected].