The Common Admission Test (CAT) is an annual management entrance examination conducted by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM). It serves as the gateway to prestigious management programs at top B-Schools across India. Desgned by the esteemed IIMs on a rotating basis, CAT is renowned as one of India’s most fiercely competitive entrance exams, attracting over 2 lakh aspirants each year.

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Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), in the past few years, has been one of the most challenging Sections of the CAT examination for most of the students. The difficulty level for this section particularly has been quite unpredictable.

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Some common topics covered in this section are-

• Tables
• Graphs (Bar, Column, Pie Charts, Line Charts)
• Number and Letter Series
• Caselets
• Cubes
• Venn Diagrams
• Clocks and Calendars
• Logical Sequencing
• Syllogism
• Binary Logic
• Blood Relation
• Linear, Vertical, and Circular Arrangement

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PREPARATION FOR DATA INTERPRETATION AND LOGICAL REASONING (DILR)

The preparation strategy for DILR however, is a little different from what we do in VARC and QA.

The questions in the actual exam in the past few years have been hardly direct, requiring the students to apply multiple concepts and interpretations to be able to solve the question sets correctly.

To master this section, there is only one solution and only one strategy- PRACTICE.

CAT Examination has not followed any set pattern like VARC or QA in DILR in terms of the composition and break-up of the questions on the basis of the topics included.

The section will carry 4 Sets with 4 to 6 Questions for each set.

It is suggestable that we thoroughly complete the basics of each topic covered under the DILR Umbrella in the span of 2 Months. Post which, we start taking Section Wise tests in both the Intermediate stage and Advanced phase of preparation moving on to Topic-Wise and Section-Wise Mock Tests with gradually increasing difficulty levels.

Again, testing is important, but so is the analysis of each and every test, laying focus on the incorrect questions and unattempt questions.

Post the completion of the Basic Phase, the Intermediate and Advanced phase needs to be followed religiously till the day before your Actual Exam.

Important Dates for CAT Exam 2023

• Registration for CAT 2023 Opens: 2^nd August 2023, from 10:00 AM (IST)
• Registration for CAT 2023 Closes: 20^th September 2023, till 5:00 PM (IST)
• Admit Card Download: 25^th October 2023 to 26^th November 2023
• CAT 2023 Exam Date: 26^th November 2023
• Declaration of Result: 2^nd Week of January 2024 (Tentative)

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Registration Fee-

• INR 1200/- for SC, ST, and PwD Category
• INR 2400/- for General, NC-OBC, EWS, and other categories

In a resounding success, Jaipuria Institute of Management recently concluded its visionary corporate connect event, which served as a pivotal point in bridging the gap between academia and industry. Held on September 22, 2023, in Gurgaon, this extraordinary gathering brought together academic luminaries and industry titans, to discuss the emerging trends in marketing to redefine the curriculum and learning in B-School.

This landmark occasion featured distinguished speakers from diverse sectors, each offering profound insights into their respective fields. Attendees gained a deeper understanding of critical aspects of contemporary knowledge and innovation, covering subjects such as Sustainable Messaging, Neuro-marketing strategies, the transformation from traditional to e-commerce business, and the strategic integration of AI as a powerful tool for progress.

Apart from seasoned academicians from Jaipuria Institute of Management, prominent keynote speakers Pankaj Gupta Managing Director and Global Head of Financial Accounting from HSBC delved into ESG integration in marketing, Tarun Singhal Global Business Sales and digital Marketing and Digital Transformation Client Relationship Leader at Sopra Steria unveiled cutting-edge neuro-marketing strategies, Piyush Singh Director Marketing at Ship rocket shared invaluable insights on e-commerce marketing, and Anand Dubey Head Strategic Partnerships at Google explored the transformative power of AI in marketing. Their expertise illuminated the path forward in the ever-evolving world of marketing.

This extraordinary convergence between academia and industry marks a historic milestone, offering a unique platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration between the educational and business sectors. The event served as an invaluable platform, fostering networking, facilitating knowledge exchange, and promoting open discussions among industry experts and academic leaders.

This unique gathering not only allowed us to map industry expectations from freshly minted B-school graduates but also served as a window for academicians to infuse new ideas and emerging trends into the classroom. It was a true confluence of wisdom and innovation, paving the way for a brighter and more dynamic future in education and industry collaboration.