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CAT 2025 DILR Paper Analysis: CAT 2025 exam is scheduled to be held on November 2025, in three slots – Slot 1 (8:30 AM – 10:30 AM), Slot 2 (12:30 PM to 2:30 PM), Slot 3 (4:30 PM to 6:30 PM). The CAT 2025 paper analysis will be updated here soon after the exam.
According to CAT 2022 Paper Analysis, the overall difficulty level was moderate to difficult. The DILR section was moderate to difficult in terms of overall difficulty. The topics from where the questions had been asked in all the 3 Slots are updated in the article below.
- The DILR Section of the CAT 2025 paper consists of 20 questions to be solved in 40 minutes. Check CAT 2025 Exam Pattern
- The questions are divided into two types – MCQ and TITA-type questions.
- In CAT 2022, 15 MCQ and 5 TITA questions were asked in the slot 1 paper, 4 LRDI sets – 2 sets with 6 questions each were asked in the slot 2 paper and 15 MCQ and 5 TITA questions were asked in the slot 3 exam.
CAT 2025 DILR Paper Analysis will be updated in this article after the conclusion of the CAT 2025 exam. Until then, candidates can check the previous year's CAT Paper Analysis. CAT DILR Paper Analysis will give candidates an idea about the difficulty level of the exam, the type of questions asked, weightage of the topics.
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2.1 CAT 2022 Slot 1
2.2 CAT 2022 Slot 2
2.3 CAT 2025 Slot 3
3.1 CAT 2021 Slot 1
3.2 CAT 2021 Slot 2
3.3 CAT 2021 Slot 3
4.1 CAT 2020 Slot 1
4.2 CAT 2020 Slot 2
4.3 CAT 2020 Slot 3
5.1 CAT 2019 Slot 1
5.2 CAT 2019 Slot 2
6.1 CAT 2018 Slot 1
6.2 CAT 2018 Slot 2
7.1 CAT 2017 Slot 1
7.2 CAT 2017 Slot 2
CAT 2025 DILR Exam Analysis
CAT 2025 DILR Exam analysis will be updated here soon after the exam is conducted. The DILR section consists of 20 questions and the section-wise duration for DILR is 40 minutes.
| Slots | Paper Analysis |
| Slot 1 | TBU |
| Slot 2 | TBU |
| Slot 3 | TBU |
CAT 2022 DILR Exam Analysis
- CAT 2022 was conducted in 3 Slots – Slot 1 (8:30 AM – 10:30 AM), Slot 2 (12:30 PM to 2:30 PM), and Slot 3 (4:30 PM to 6:30 PM).
- The difficulty level of the DILR section differed in all three slots, Slot 3 was found to be more difficult than the previous slots.
- The total time allotted to the DILR section was 40 minutes and the number of questions asked was 20.
- There were two types of questions – MCQs and DILR type.
CAT 2022 Slot 1 DILR Exam Analysis
- Slot 1 DILR difficulty level was moderately difficult.
- From a total of 20 questions, 14 were MCQs and 6 were TITA type.
| Topic | No. of questions | Ideal Attempts | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Token | 5 | 3 | Moderate to Difficult |
| University Team | 5 | 4 | Moderate |
| 15 Girls get together | 5 | 3 | Moderate |
| Metrolines | 5 | 2 | Moderate to Difficult |
CAT 2022 Slot 2 DILR Exam Analysis
- Slot 2 DILR difficulty level was moderate to difficult and candidates found it slightly lengthy.
- From a total of 20 questions, 14 were MCQs and 6 were TITA type.
| Topics | No. of questions | Ideal Attempts | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue and Cost | 5 | 4 – 5 | Moderate to Difficult |
| Cosmetic Item | 5 | 3 – 4 | Moderate |
| Salesman and 4 Colonies | 5 | 2 – 3 | Moderate |
| Diagram – 4 Destinations | 5 | 2 – 3 | Moderate to Difficult |
CAT 2022 Slot 3 DILR Exam Analysis
- The difficulty level of Slot 3 DILR was slightly difficult.
- From a total of 20 questions, 14 were MCQs and 6 were TITA type.
| Topics | No. of questions | Ideal Attempts | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covid Cases | 5 | 2 – 3 | Moderate |
| Computer Science ratio | 5 | 2 – 3 | Moderate to Difficult |
| Blue and Pink Male - Female Graph | 5 | 4 – 5 | Moderate |
| Games – 4 people | 5 | 2 | Moderate to Difficult |
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CAT 2021 Exam DILR Analysis
- The CAT 2021 Exam was conducted in three slots – Morning, Afternoon, and Evening.
- The DILR section consisted of 20 questions (4+4+6+6).
- The total time provided for the DILR SECTION was 40 minutes.
- The questions are divided into two types – MCQ and TITA-type questions.
- The overall difficulty level was moderate-difficult and a score of 30 -35 was considered an ideal score for the 99 percentile.
| Set | Topics of DILR Set | Questions | Difficulty | Ideal Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Set 1 | Bar Graph | 4 | Moderate | 2-3 |
| Set 2 | Smoothies (DI) | 4 | Moderate | 2-3 |
| Set 3 | Researchers and Publishing | 6 | Moderate to difficult | 3-4 |
| Set 4 | Friends, Strangers, and Acquaintances | 6 | Easy to Moderate | 4-5 |
CAT 2021 Slot 1 DILR Exam Analysis
- The DILR section of CAT 2021 Slot 1 consisted of 20 questions (4+4+6+6).
- The DILR section had 15 MCQ questions and 5 TITA-type questions.
- The overall difficulty level was moderate-difficult and a score of 27-30 was considered an ideal score for the 99 percentile.
- The questions were a mix of data interpretation and logical reasoning.
| Subject | Topic | Number of Questions | Level of Difficulty | Ideal Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Interpretation | Smoothies | 4 | Moderate | 1-2 |
| Data Interpretation | Bar Graph | 4 | Easy | 3-4 |
| Logical Reasoning | Arrangement – Researcher, Publishing | 6 | Moderate – Difficult | 2-3 |
| Logical Reasoning | Arrangement- Friends, Strangers, and Acquaintances | 6 | Easy – Moderate | 2-3 |
CAT 2021 Slot 2 DILR Exam Analysis
- The DILR section of CAT 2021 Slot 2 consisted of 20 questions (4+4+6+6).
- The DILR section of CAT 2021 Slot 2 had 15 MCQ questions and TITA-type questions.
- The overall difficulty level was moderate-difficult and a score of 29-32 was considered an ideal score for the 99 percentile.
- The questions were a mix of data interpretation and logical reasoning.
| Subject | Topic | Number of Questions | Level of Difficulty | Ideal Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Interpretation | Bar Chart | 4 | Easy | 4 |
| Data Interpretation | Games and Tournament | 4 | Moderate | 4 |
| Logical Reasoning | Ravi – Delivery Man | 6 | Moderate – Difficult | 3-4 |
| Logical Reasoning | Assignment Problem | 6 | Moderate – Difficult |
CAT 2021 Slot 3 DILR Exam Analysis
- The DILR section of CAT 2021 Slot 3 consisted of 20 questions (4+4+6+6).
- The DILR section of CAT 2021 Slot 3 had 15 MCQ questions and 5 TITA-type questions.
- The DILR section of CAT 2021 Slot 3 was easier than the other two sections.
- The overall difficulty level was moderate-difficult and a score of 30-33 was considered an ideal score for the 99 percentile.
- The questions were a mix of data interpretation and logical reasoning.
| Subject | Topic | Number of Questions | Level of Difficulty | Ideal Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Interpretation | Bar Chart | 4 | Easy | 3-4 |
| Data Interpretation | Games and Tournament | 6 | Moderate | 2-3 |
| Logical Reasoning | Pure and Impure Solutions | 4 | Moderate – Difficult | 3-4 |
| Logical Reasoning | Assignment Problem | 6 | Moderate – Difficult |
CAT 2020 DILR Exam Analysis
- The CAT 2020 Exam was conducted in three slots – Morning, Afternoon and Evening.
- The DILR section consisted of 24 questions across 5 sets (4+4+4+6+6).
- The total time provided for the DILR section was 40 minutes.
- The questions are divided into two types – MCQ and TITA-type questions.
- The overall difficulty level was moderate-difficult and a score of 30 -32 was considered an ideal score for the 99 percentile.
CAT 2020 Slot 1 DILR Exam Analysis
- The DILR section of CAT 2020 Slot 1 consisted of 24 questions (4+4+4+6+6).
- The DILR section had 18 MCQ questions and 6 TITA-type questions.
- The overall difficulty level was moderate-difficult and a score of 30-32 was considered an ideal score for the 99 percentile.
- A total of 12-15 questions with 90% accuracy would be ideal.
- The questions were a mix of data interpretation and logical reasoning but more inclined towards reasoning.
| Subject | Topic | Number of Questions | Level of Difficulty | Ideal Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Interpretation | Driver and Rating | 4 | Medium –Difficult | 4 |
| Data Interpretation | Set on Patients | 4 | Easy –Medium | 3 |
| Logical Reasoning | Institute Vendors | 4 | Difficult | 3 |
| Data Interpretation | Students and Exams | 6 | Medium | 3 |
| Logical Reasoning | Set on Musicians | 6 | Medium –Difficult | 4 |
CAT 2020 Slot 2 DILR Exam Analysis
- The DILR section of CAT 2020 Slot 1 consisted of 24 questions (4+4+4+6+6).
- The DILR section had 18 MCQ questionTITA-typeITA type questions.
- The overall difficulty level was moderate-difficult and a score of 28-30 was considered an ideal score for the 99 percentile.
- A total of 10-12 questions with 90% accuracy would be ideal.
- The questions were a mix of data interpretation and logical reasoning but more inclined towards reasoning.
| Subject | Topic | Number of Questions | Level of Difficulty | Ideal Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Interpretation | Voters | 6 | Easy –Medium | 4 |
| Data Interpretation | Revenue and Cost | 4 | Medium – Difficult | 2 |
| Logical Reasoning | Grid Based Filing | 4 | Difficult | 0 |
| Data Interpretation | Parking Caselet | 4 | Medium | 2-3 |
| Logical Reasoning | Arrangement | 6 | Medium –Difficult | 4 |
CAT 2020 Slot 3 DILR Exam Analysis
- The DILR section of CAT 2020 Slot 3 consisted of 24 questions (4+4+4+6+6).
- The DILR section had 18 MCQ questions and 6 TITA-type questions.
- The overall difficulty level of the DILR section of CAT 2020 Slot 3 was more difficult than slot 1 and slot 2. A score of 26-28 was considered an ideal score for 99 percentile.
- A total of 9-11 questions with 90% accuracy would be ideal.
- The questions were a mix of data interpretation and logical reasoning but more inclined towards reasoning.
| Subject | Topic | Number of Questions | Level of Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Interpretation | HI-LO | 6 | Difficult |
| Logical Reasoning | People and Area | 6 | Difficult |
| Logical Reasoning | Venn Diagram | 4 | Easy – Medium |
| Logical Reasoning | Vials and People | 4 | Medium |
| Logical Reasoning | Orders | 4 | Medium |
CAT 2019 DILR Exam Analysis
- The CAT 2019 Exam was conducted in two slots – Morning, and Evening.
- The DILR section consisted of 32 questions (4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4).
- The total time provided for the DILR SECTION was 60 minutes.
- The questions are divided into two types – MCQ and TITA-type questions.
- The overall difficulty level was moderate –difficult.
CAT 2019 Slot 1 DILR Analysis
- The DILR section of CAT 2019 Slot 1 consisted of 32 questions (4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4).
- The DILR section of CAT 2019 Slot 1 was easier compared to the CAT 2018 DILR sections and the overall cutoff of the section increased by 7-9 marks.
| Topic | Number of Questions | Difficulty Level | Doable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boxes with items | 4 | Medium – Difficult | 3 |
| Addition of Numbers | 4 | Medium | 3 |
| Shelves | 4 | Medium – Difficult | 3 |
| Radar Diagram | 4 | Easy –Medium | |
| Games and Tournament | 4 | Very Difficult | 2 |
| Crime Rate | 4 | Difficult | 4 |
| Intersection and Network | 4 | Medium – Difficult | 2 |
| Composers | 4 | Easy-Medium | 3 |
CAT 2019 Slot 2 DILR Analysis
- The DILR section of CAT 2019 Slot 1 consisted of 32 questions (4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4).
- The DILR section of CAT 2019 Slot 2 was more difficult compared to CAT 2019 Slot 1.
| Topic | Number of Questions | Difficulty Level | Doable |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Languages, 5 People | 4 | Easy | 4 |
| Arrangement | 4 | Medium | 3 |
| Venn Diagram | 4 | Medium – Difficult | 2-3 |
| Spider Graph | 4 | Easy | 4 |
| Scattered Diagram | 4 | Easy | 4 |
| 3x3 Matrix | 4 | Medium – Difficult | 2-3 |
| 6 Prof, 6 sections | 4 | Medium – Difficult | 2 |
| Tournament | 4 | Medium – Difficult | 3 |
CAT 2018 DILR Exam Analysis
- The CAT 2018 Exam was conducted in two slots – Morning, and Evening.
- The DILR section consisted of 32 questions (4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4).
- The DILR section had 24 MCQ questions and 8 TITA-type questions.
- The total time provided for the DILR SECTION was 60 minutes.
- The overall difficulty level was moderate –difficult. A score of 40-45 was considered an ideal score for 99 percentile.
- A total of 15-17 questions with 90% accuracy would be ideal.
CAT 2018 Slot 1 DILR Analysis
- The DILR section of CAT 2018 Slot 1 consisted of 32 questions (4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4).
- The DILR section had 24 MCQ questions and 8 TITA-type questions.
| Section | Topic | Number of Questions | Difficulty Level | Doable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Interpretation | Pie Chart | 4 | Medium | 4 |
| Data Interpretation | ATM-Denominations of 100,200 and 500. | 4 | Medium | 1-2 |
| Data Interpretation | Set Theory | 4 | Medium | 1-2 |
| Logical Reasoning | Matrix | 4 | Easy | 2-3 |
| Logical Reasoning | 4 Females, 4 Males, -Minor and Major | 4 | Easy | 4 |
| Logical Reasoning | 10 Friends – Scores | 4 | Difficult | 1-2 |
| Logical Reasoning | 3 Committees | 4 | Medium | 2-3 |
| Logical Reasoning | 1-20 petrol pumps | 4 | Medium | 2-3 |
CAT 2018 Slot 2 DILR Analysis
- The DILR section of CAT 2018 Slot 8 consisted of 32 questions (4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4).
- A total of 15-17 questions with 90% accuracy would be ideal.
| Section | Topic | Number of Questions | Difficulty Level | Doable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Interpretation | Current Exchange and Rate change | 4 | Medium | 2-3 |
| Data Interpretation | Smartphone and Market | 4 | Easy | 4 |
| Data Interpretation | Box Diagram | 4 | Medium | 1-2 |
| Logical Reasoning | Interview Arrangement | 4 | Medium | 3-4 |
| Logical Reasoning | Coding | 4 | Easy | 2-3 |
| Logical Reasoning | Set Theory | 4 | Difficult | 1-2 |
| Logical Reasoning | Institute Accreditation | 4 | Medium | 2-3 |
| Logical Reasoning | Tickets to a show | 4 | Medium | 2-3 |
CAT 2017 DILR Exam Analysis
- The CAT 2017 Exam was conducted in two slots – Morning, and Evening.
- The DILR section consisted of 32 questions (4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4).
- The DILR section had 24 MCQ questions and 8 TITA-type questions.
- The total time provided for the DILR SECTION was 60 minutes.
- The overall difficulty level was difficult. A score of 36-40 was considered an ideal score for 99 percentile.
- A total of 12-14 questions with 90% accuracy would be ideal.
CAT 2017 Slot 1 DILR Analysis
| Section | Topic | Number of Questions | Level | Good Attempt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Interpretation | Happiness index | 4 | Difficult | 2 |
| Matrix | 4 | Moderate | 3 | |
| Routes | 4 | Moderate | 2 | |
| Flight operation | 4 | Moderate | 2 | |
| Logical Reasoning | Projects | 4 | Difficult | 1-2 |
| Burgers/Fries | 4 | Easy | 4 | |
| Children survey | 4 | Easy | 4 | |
| PCM | 4 | Difficult | 1 |
CAT 2017 Slot 2 DILR Analysis
- The DILR section of CAT 2017 Slot 2 consisted of 32 questions (4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4).
- A total of 12-14 questions with 90% accuracy would be ideal.
| Section | Topic | Number of Questions | Difficulty Level | Doable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning | Chess | 4 | Easy – Medium | 3-4 |
| Pizza | 4 | Easy | 4 | |
| Dorms | 4 | Medium | 2-3 | |
| Asset Management | 4 | Medium | 2-3 | |
| Airplane | 4 | Medium | 2-3 | |
| Biometric | 4 | Difficult | 1-2 | |
| Tea | 4 | Medium | 2-3 | |
| Elective | 4 | Difficult | 0 |
FAQs
Ques. What would be a good attempt for CAT 2025 DILR?
Ans. To secure the 99 percentile in the CAT 2025 DILR section approximately a 50% score is required. Attempting 16-17 questions with 90% accuracy is ideal.
Questions: How many questions should I attempt to secure more than 95 percentile?
Ans. To score more than 95 percentile total of 15-28 questions should be attempted with 85-90% accuracy.
Questions: What are the topics covered in DILR?
Ans. The DILR section is divided into two parts Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning. Data Interpretation includes topics like Bar Charts, Tables, Graphs, Pie Charts, Caselets, and Miscellaneous Charts. Logical Reasoning includes topics like Arrangement, Ranking, Team Formations, Quantitative Reasoning, Generic Puzzles, Venn diagrams and Games and Tournaments.
Ques. How to prepare for DILR?
Ans. The DILR section is divided into two parts Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning. To score maximum in this section one must practice a variety of questions and improve their speed and accuracy. Timed tests like sectional tests and mock are also helpful.
Ques. What is the exam pattern of the DILR section of CAT 2025?
Ans. The DILR Section of the CAT 2025 paper is expected to have 20 questions on the basis of past trends. The questions are divided into two types – MCQ and TITA-type questions. There are two sets with 4 questions each and two sets with 6 questions each. (4+4+6+6).
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