IIFT Exam Discontinued: IIFT to Accept CAT Scores

IIFT 2023 entrance exam has officially been cancelled and in place CAT 2023 scores will be accepted for admission to the various courses offered by IIFT. The analysis of the CAT exam will be provided here after the successful conduction of the exam.

The CAT exam comprises three sections that assess candidates' proficiency in mathematics, reasoning and English . Among these, the mathematics segment is often regarded as the most demanding and time-consuming. Over the years, the total number of exam questions has remained consistent, providing stability and enabling candidates to better prepare for the test. With its comprehensive assessment and rigorous evaluation, the CAT exam plays a pivotal role in determining candidates' eligibility for admission to prestigious management programs offered by IIFT.

IIFT admissions through CAT 2023 follow a similar pattern each year. Here are the main features of the exam:

Upon completion of the examination, we will expeditiously update the table provided below with the pertinent information. This meticulous approach guarantees that you will possess the most current, precise, and readily accessible data. Stay tuned for further updates.

CAT 2023 presented a mix of medium-difficulty and high-difficulty questions across all sections. The quantitative and data interpretation questions proved to be particularly tricky, while the remaining sections were comparatively more manageable. Below is an in-depth analysis of the different sections in CAT 2023:

The Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension section presented a moderate to difficult challenge. This section comprised 24 questions, with 14-16 questions focusing on RCs and the remaining covering various topics of Verbal Ability.

The Verbal Ability portion primarily emphasized vocabulary, including synonyms, antonyms, and one-word-substitutions. A solid attempt in Verbal Ability would have encompassed 7-8 questions.

Now, let's delve into the topic-wise break-up of the section:

The section in CAT 2023 had a moderate level of difficulty. In the data interpretation (DI) part, out of 4 sets, 2 sets were relatively easy and should have been attempted. Conversely, in the logical reasoning (LR) part, there were opportunities to attempt around 20 questions carrying a weightage of 60 marks. Here's a breakdown of the questions:

In terms of difficulty, the Quantitative Aptitude section of IIFT 2023 presented a moderate to difficult challenge. The majority of questions in this section were based on arithmetic and algebra.