Get direct link to download answer key

  • By proceeding ahead you expressly agree to the CollegeDekho terms of use and privacy policy
  • Why register with us?

    Stay up-to date with Exam Notification and NewsGet Exam Date AlertsGet free Sample Papers & Mock TestYou won’t get unwanted calls from third parties
We are glad that you have successfully downloaded the document you needed. We hope that the information provided will be helpful and informative.
Error! Please Check Inputs
Predict your Percentile

CMAT Shift 2 Question Paper Analysis 2023 (Available): Difficulty Level, Good Attempts, Weightage

For CMAT 2023 held on May 4, 2023, obtain here the detailed CMAT Shift 2 Question Paper Analysis 2023 and candidate reviews. Also get the section-wise difficulty levels, expected good attempts, and the topics with high weightage.

Get direct link to download answer key

  • By proceeding ahead you expressly agree to the CollegeDekho terms of use and privacy policy
  • Why register with us?

    Stay up-to date with Exam Notification and NewsGet Exam Date AlertsGet free Sample Papers & Mock TestYou won’t get unwanted calls from third parties
We are glad that you have successfully downloaded the document you needed. We hope that the information provided will be helpful and informative.
Error! Please Check Inputs

Evaluate and understand the performance of your exam.

  • By proceeding ahead you expressly agree to the CollegeDekho terms of use and privacy policy
  • Why register with us?

    Stay up-to date with Exam Notification and NewsGet Exam Date AlertsGet free Sample Papers & Mock TestYou won’t get unwanted calls from third parties
Thank you for downloading the document! Based on your prefered exam, we have a list of recommended colleges for you. Visit our page to explore these colleges and discover exciting opportunities for your college journey.
Error! Please Check Inputs

CMAT Shift 2 Question Paper Analysis 2023: The National Testing Agency conducted the second shift of CMAT 2023 from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM after the first shift concluded at 12 noon. The link to the morning shift analysis is mentioned below while the complete analysis for the afternoon shift is provided here. Find the section-wise difficulty level, expected good attempts, topic-wise weightage, and the reviews of the candidates on the paper.

The question paper for CMAT 2023 had five sections, each with 20 multiple-choice questions for 80 marks. A negative marking of -1 mark per incorrect question was applicable for all sections. The exam was conducted as a computer-based test.

Also Read | CMAT Shift 1 Question Paper Analysis 2023

If you gave today’s CMAT shift 2 paper, submit your feedback by answering a few easy questions through the Google Form attached here!
Click Here to Share Your Feedback

CMAT Shift 2 Question Paper Analysis 2023: Candidate Reviews

Aspirants will find the major highlights of the afternoon shift today based on the reviews obtained from the test takers:

  • The overall difficulty of the CMAT 2023 Slot 2 question paper was moderate to difficult according to candidates.
  • The Slot 2 question paper was comparatively tougher than the CMAT 2023 Slot 1 question paper.
  • The Slot 2 question paper was also tougher than the CMAT 2022 question paper.
  • The VARC section was the easiest as compared to all the other sections.
  • The Quantitative section had mixed reactions with some candidates finding the questions easy whereas others found it moderate and lengthy.
  • The General Awareness section was difficult according to many candidates.
  • The Innovation & Entrepreneurship section was moderate in terms of difficulty.
  • There were no questions related to Blood Relations or Directions in the Logical Reasoning section.
  • There were no DI sets and there was only one question for Data Interpretation related to pie charts.
  • There was a religion-based RC passage.
  • There were two questions on Simple Interest/Compound Interest.
  • The Innovation & Entrepreneurship section consisted of theory-based questions like Slot 1.
  • Similar to Slot 1, the GK section of CMAT 2023 Slot 2 consisted of more static GK and current affairs questions
  • The cutoffs are expected to go down this year due to the increased difficulty level of the CMAT 2023 Slot 2 question paper.

CMAT Shift 2 Question Paper Analysis 2023

For the following parameters, CMAT 2023 afternoon shift analysis will be tabulated below:

Parameter Analysis
Overall difficulty level of the paper Moderate to Difficult
Difficulty level of Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation Moderate and Lengthy
Difficulty level of Logical Reasoning Easy to Moderate
Difficulty level of Language Comprehension Easy
Difficulty level of General Awareness Difficult
Difficulty level of Innovation & Entrepreneurship Moderate
Was the paper time-consuming? Yes

CMAT Shift 2 Analysis 2023: Topics with high weightage

For each section, the topics carrying the highest weightage will be listed below:

Section Topics with high weightage
Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation Data Sufficiency, Statements
Logical Reasoning Critical Reasoning
Language Comprehension Parajumbles, Grammar, Vocabulary
General Awareness Static GK, Current Affairs
Innovation & Entrepreneurship Theory-based, Startups

CMAT Shift 2 Analysis 2023: Expected good attempts

The section-wise details of the expected number of good attempts are as follows:

Section Total Questions Expected Good Attempts
Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation 20 16-17
Logical Reasoning 20 16-17
Language Comprehension 20 16-17
General Awareness 20 12-14
Innovation & Entrepreneurship 20 13-14
Total 100 75-85

CMAT 2023 Question Paper and Answer Key

For both shifts, obtain the memory-based question paper and its answer through the concerned links:

Candidates should also check out the links mentioned below to know more about CMAT 2023!

Also Read:


Stay tuned to CollegeDekho for more Education News pertaining to entrance exams, boards, and admission. You can also write to us at our E-Mail ID news@collegedekho.com.

Get Help From Our Expert Counsellors

Get Counselling from experts, free of cost!

  • By proceeding ahead you expressly agree to the CollegeDekho terms of use and privacy policy
  • Why register with us?

    Stay up-to date with Exam Notification and NewsGet Exam Date AlertsGet free Sample Papers & Mock TestYou won’t get unwanted calls from third parties
Thank you! Our counsellor will soon be in touch with you to guide you through your admissions journey!
Error! Please Check Inputs

Be the First to Know

Get Access to Latest Updates

Stay updated on important announcements on dates, events and notification

  • By proceeding ahead you expressly agree to the CollegeDekho terms of use and privacy policy
  • Why register with us?

    Stay up-to date with Exam Notification and NewsGet Exam Date AlertsGet free Sample Papers & Mock TestYou won’t get unwanted calls from third parties
Thank You! We shall keep you posted on the latest updates!
Error! Please Check Inputs

Do you have a question? Ask us.

  • Typical response between 24-48 hours

  • Get personalized response

  • Free of Cost

  • Access to community

Recent News

Talk To Us

  • By proceeding ahead you expressly agree to the CollegeDekho terms of use and privacy policy
  • Why register with us?

    Stay up-to date with Exam Notification and NewsGet Exam Date AlertsGet free Sample Papers & Mock TestYou won’t get unwanted calls from third parties
Thank you for downloading the document! Based on your prefered exam, we have a list of recommended colleges for you. Visit our page to explore these colleges and discover exciting opportunities for your college journey.
Error! Please Check Inputs