CMAT Question Paper: Download CMAT Previous Year Papers 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018
Content Writer | Updated On - Mar 23, 2023
CMAT Question Paper of previous years is available for download. CMAT Question Paper 2022 and 2021 have 5 sections due to the addition of a new section on Innovation & Entrepreneurship. Before 2021, CMAT question paper comprised only 4 sections.
As per the latest CMAT question paper pattern 2023, the paper comprises of 100 MCQs with 20 MCQs asked from each of the 5 section. Attempting all five sections is compulsory in CMAT 2023. Students preparing for the upcoming CMAT exam can download the slot-wise CMAT previous year question papers 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 from the article below.
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| CMAT Question Paper 2022 | CMAT Question Paper 2021 | CMAT Question Paper 2020 |
| CMAT Question Paper 2019 | CMAT Question Paper 2018 | - |
CMAT Question Paper 2023
CMAT 2023 is expected to be conducted on April 2, 2023. CMAT 2023 Question Paper will be available for download after the conclusion of the exam.
| CMAT Slot | CMAT Question Paper PDF |
|---|---|
| CMAT 2023 | Check Here |
CMAT Previous Year Papers
CMAT Previous Year Papers help the candidate in understanding the exam pattern and in the revision of the entire syllabus. Before appearing for CMAT 2023, candidates are advised to go through CMAT Previous Year Papers given below:
CMAT Question Paper 2022
| CMAT Question Paper | Download Link |
|---|---|
| CMAT Question Paper 2022 | Check Here |
CMAT Question Paper 2021
| CMAT Exam Slot | CMAT Question Paper with Solutions PDF |
|---|---|
| CMAT 2021 Slot 1 | Check Here |
| CMAT 2021 Slot 2 | Check Here |
CMAT Question Paper 2020
| CMAT Exam | CMAT Question Paper with Solutions PDF |
|---|---|
| CMAT Question Paper 2020 | Check Here |
CMAT Question Paper 2019
| CMAT Exam | CMAT Question Paper with Solutions PDF |
|---|---|
| CMAT 2019 Jan 28 | Check Here |
| CMAT 2019 Jan 29 | Check Here |
CMAT Question Paper 2018
| CMAT Exam Slot and Subject | CMAT Question Paper with Solutions PDF |
|---|---|
| CMAT 2018 Slot 1 Quant | Check Here |
| CMAT 2018 Slot 1 Language Comprehension | Check Here |
| CMAT 2018 Slot 1 Logical Reasoning | Check Here |
| CMAT 2018 Slot 1 GK | Check Here |
| CMAT 2018 Slot 2 Quant | Check Here |
| CMAT 2018 Slot 2 Language Comprehension | Check Here |
| CMAT 2018 Slot 2 Logical Reasoning | Check Here |
| CMAT 2018 Slot 2 GK | Check Here |
CMAT Question Paper Pattern
Solving enough CMAT Previous Year Papers and sample papers will aid the candidates in enhancing their time management skills. As per the revised exam pattern, CMAT 2023 is going to have 5 sections; each comprising 20 MCQs. Check CMAT 2023 Exam Pattern
- CMAT Language Comprehension: This section tests a candidate on his English grammar and comprehension skills.
- CMAT Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation: Includes questions from topics like algebra, geometry, number system, and arithmetic.
- CMAT Logical Reasoning: The important topics in this section include linear arrangements, puzzles, number series, etc.
- CMAT General Awareness: It tests a candidate’s awareness of current affairs and basic general knowledge.
- CMAT Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Unlike 2021, this section has been made mandatory this year with 20 questions worth 80 marks.
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CMAT Sample Papers
Click on the links below to download CMAT Sample Papers to supplement your preparation:
| CMAT Sample Papers | Link |
|---|---|
| CMAT Sample Paper 1 | Download |
| CMAT Sample Paper 2 | Download |
| CMAT Sample Paper 3 | Download |
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: What is the pattern of CMAT Question Paper 2023?
Ans: CMAT Question paper 2023 will have 5 sections having 20 questions each. In CMAT 2023, the new section added on Innovation and Entrepreneurship in 2021 has been made compulsory and will carry the same weightage as other sections.
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.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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Here’s a list of some of the best CMAT accepting colleges.
| Colleges accepting CMAT score | CMAT 2022 cutoff (expected) | Fees (in INR) |
| Asia-Pacific Institute of Management | 85 percentile | 8.75 Lakhs |
| KIIT School of Management, Bhubaneswar (KSOM) | 80 percentile | 10.10 Lakhs |
| XIME, Bangalore | 75 percentile | 11.5 Lakhs |
| IMS Ghaziabad | 70 percentile | 7.95 Lakhs |
| Institute of Management, Christ University | 70 percentile | 7.70 Lakhs |
| Welingkar Mumbai | 70 percentile | 13 Lakhs |
| Welingkar Bangalore | 70 percentile | 13 Lakhs |
| Universal Business School | 70 percentile | 8.48 Lakhs |
| DY Patil University School of Management | 70 percentile | 8.40 Lakhs |
| NSB Academy, Bangalore | 70 percentile | 7.50 Lakhs |
Here are the top colleges accepting MAT score.
| Colleges accepting MAT score | MAT 2022 cutoff (expected) | Fees (in INR) |
| Pumba, Pune | 90+ | 1.29 Lakhs |
| Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow | 70-80 | 11 Lakhs |
| TA Pai Management Institute, Manipal | 70-80 | 16 Lakhs |
| BIT, Mesra | 70-80 | 5.89 Lakhs |
| XIME, Bangalore | 95+ | 11.5 Lakhs |
| NIT, Warangal | 70-80 | 1.64 Lakhs |
| Amity Business School | 90-95 | 7.80 Lakhs |
| SIMREE | 85-90 | 1.36 Lakhs |
| BIMTECH, Noida | 80-90 | 12 Lakhs |
| Institute of Public Enterprise, Hyderabad | 85-95 | 8 Lakhs |
| Alliance Bangalore | 80-90 | 14 Lakhs |
If you are preparing for CMAT 2022/MAT 2022, these are the colleges that you can consider.
Candidates belonging to Maharashtra can apply through MAH CET MBA whereas, outside Maharashtra, candidates can apply through CMAT/CAT or MAH CET MBA scores. Candidates who will meet the minimum cutoff criteria will be able to appear for the counseling rounds.
PUMBA, CMAT Cutoff 2020 for General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff for CMAT is 90 percentile.
There are two courses available in management studies
- PGDM (fully autonomous)
- MMS (autonomous affiliated to Mumbai university)
The PGDM course requires a separate form to be filled out if you are applying through CAT/CMAT/XAT or other All India Entrance exams. PGDM course doesn't have any kind of reservation criteria but you need only an All India Level Entrance exam score to apply.
The MMS course does not require you to fill out a separate form for applying through MHT-CET/CMAT/CAT because they are under DTE. One thing that you need to know is that this course is a Gujarati linguistic minority course where
- 51% of seats are reserved for Gujarati Speaking students
- 49 % don't have any caste-based quota,
- Out of the total intake in MMS 15% is reserved for All India Entrance exams like CAT, XAT, etc.
Yes, you have a good chance to get shortlisted in some of the top B-Schools in Pune with a score of 125 in CMAT 2022. Here are some of the top MBA colleges in Pune that accept CMAT scores.
| Colleges | CMAT cutoff (expected) |
| PUMBA | 80-100 |
| Balaji Institute of International Business | 80-100 |
| IIMS Pune | 80-100 |
| ISBM Pune | 80-100 |
| IBS Pune | 60-70 |
You can consider these colleges for an MBA.
JBIMS Mumbai is one of the prestigious management colleges which is also affiliated with Mumbai University. The institute offers admission on the basis of score in MAH CET score. Apart from the MAH CET score, the institute also accepts CAT and CMAT scores in the selection process.
If you are applying through a score other than MAH CET, then you have to fulfill the minimum cut-off score set by the institute.
The institute offers Masters in Management Studies (MMS program) and certain parameters are considered before offering the final admission letter.
| Parameter | Weightage |
| CAT/MAH CET/CMAT/GMAT Score | 60% |
| Class 10, 12, and Graduation marks | 15% |
| Work Experience | 20% |
| Diversity | 5% |
| Total | 100% |
The entrance test is the major criteria to get into JBIMS, Mumbai. Therefore it is important to have a good score in any one of the above-mentioned exams. Five specializations are available in the MMS program. The specialization is:
- Finance
- Marketing
- Operations
- HR
- System
On the basis of your score in the entrance and the number of seats in each specialization, admission will be granted. You need to be among the top scorers in CMAT to get admission to the institute. Usually, candidates with 95% and 100 scores in CAT and CMAT respectively can get admission.
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