CMAT books serve as the most effective resource for preparing for the exam. They provide comprehensive explanations of topics and include practice questions of varying difficulty levels. While the CMAT syllabus aligns with that of other MBA entrance exams , it's essential for candidates to focus on books specifically recommended for the CMAT exam.
These CMAT preparation books are readily available both online and offline. Therefore, individuals intending to take the CMAT 2025 exam should acquire the most suitable CMAT books. Among the highly regarded options, "The Complete Reference Manual for CMAT" by SK Sinha, S Satyanarayan, and JS Rana is considered the top choice for CMAT preparation. In addition to this manual, candidates are advised to incorporate other recommended CMAT books into their study plan.CMAT Syllabus | CMAT Important Topics |
Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation | Algebra, Time-Speed-Distance, Mensuration, Allegation & Mixtures, Geometry, Graph, Quadratic and Linear Equations, etc. |
Logical Reasoning | Analytical Reasoning, Linear Arrangements, Number Series, Matrix Arrangements, Venn Diagram, Blood Relationship Tests, etc. |
Language Comprehension | Reading Comprehension, Grammar, English Usage Errors, Parajumbles, etc. |
General Awareness | Economy, Business, World, Politics, Sports, Culture, Society |
Innovation & Entrepreneurship | Optional paper having questions related to innovation, entrepreneurship and start up business |
CMAT Books | Author Name/Publisher |
How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT | Arun Sharma (Mc Graw Hill Education) |
How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT | Arun Sharma (Mc Graw Hill Education) |
Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT Common Admission Tests for Admission Into IIMs | Sarvesh K Verma (Arihant) |
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | Abhijit Guha (Mc Graw Hill Education) |
NCERT Mathematics Books for Class 8, 9 and 10 | NCERT |
Quantitative Aptitude | Dr RS Aggarwal |
The Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams | Pearson |
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CMAT Books | Author Name/Publisher |
How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for the CAT | Arun Sharma (Mc Graw Hill Education) |
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT | Nishit K Sinha (Pearson) |
CMAT Books | Author Name/Publisher |
How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT | Arun Sharma (Mc Graw Hill Education) |
The Pearson Guide to Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning for the CAT | Nishit K Sinha |
A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning | Dr RS Aggarwal |
Trishna’s Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning for the CAT and Other MBA Examinations | TIME |
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