CAT Geometry and Mensuration is an important topic in the Quantitative Aptitude (QA) section of the Common Admission Test (CAT). It covers circles, triangles, polygons and quadrilaterals, coordinate geometry, trigonometry, and two-dimensional and three-dimensional mensuration. Practising CAT Geometry and Mensuration PYQs helps candidates understand question patterns, improve calculation speed, and identify concepts that appear frequently. Based on a five-year analysis of CAT 2021-2025, Geometry and Mensuration accounted for 46 out of 330 Quantitative Aptitude questions, or approximately 13.9% of the questions analysed.
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The following guide covers the year-wise weightage trend, question types, topic distribution, difficulty level, and preparation strategy.
This PDF includes:
| 225 Geometry and Mensuration questions in the PDF | 13.9% Five-year QA Share (2021-2025) |
| 2025-1991 Years Covered | 26 Exam years in the PDF |
The PDF holds 225 Geometry and Mensuration questions from CAT 1991 to 2025, grouped by year and slot. Answer keys and solutions are not included.
CAT Geometry and Mensuration PYQ Statistics (2021-2025)
The following figures represent the aggregated number of Geometry and Mensuration questions across all three slots of CAT each year, not the count in an individual slot.
| Year | Total Questions (All Slots) | Average per Slot | Weightage in QA | Change in Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 3.00 | 13.64% | 0.00% |
| 2024 | 9 | 3.00 | 13.64% | 0.00% |
| 2023 | 9 | 3.00 | 13.64% | 0.00% |
| 2022 | 9 | 3.00 | 13.64% | −1.52% |
| 2021 | 10 | 3.33 | 15.15% | — |
| Total | 46 | 3.07 | 13.94% overall | — |
Weightage is the share of the 66 Quantitative Aptitude questions across the three slots in that year. Change in weightage is the difference in percentage points from the previous year.
CAT Geometry and Mensuration PYQ Question-Type Distribution
CAT Geometry and Mensuration questions in the Quantitative Aptitude section can appear as Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) or Type In The Answer (TITA) questions.
Across the 15 slots of CAT 2021-2025, 31 of the 46 Geometry and Mensuration questions were MCQs and 15 were TITA. In the full PDF of 225 questions, 197 are MCQs and 28 are TITA.
| Question Type | Number of Questions (Per Slot) | Approx. Share |
|---|---|---|
| MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) | 2–3 | 67%–75% |
| TITA (Type In The Answer) | 1 | 25%–33% |
| Total | 3–4 | — |
CAT Geometry and Mensuration Topic-Wise PYQ Distribution
Geometry and Mensuration includes several subtopics that test reasoning and the application of mathematical concepts. Circles are the largest subtopic, with 56 of the 225 questions.
The following areas are covered in the topic-wise PYQ collection, and each has its own PDF.
| Geometry and Mensuration subtopic | Concepts to practise | Questions in PDF | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circles | Chords, tangents, arcs and angles in a circle | 56 | Download PDF |
| Mensuration 2D | Areas and perimeters of plane figures and composite shapes | 44 | Download PDF |
| Triangles | Similarity, congruence, centres of a triangle and angle relations | 43 | Download PDF |
| Polygons and Quadrilaterals | Regular polygons, parallelograms, trapeziums and their diagonals | 22 | Download PDF |
| Mensuration 3D | Volume and surface area of solids | 20 | Download PDF |
| Coordinate Geometry | Distance and section formulas, lines, area from coordinates | 18 | Download PDF |
| Trigonometry | Heights and distances, identities and ratios | 5 | Download PDF |
| Other Geometry and Mensuration questions | Individual questions on more specific sub-topics | 17 | In the full Geometry and Mensuration PDF |
Difficulty Level of CAT Geometry and Mensuration PYQs
By the difficulty tag in our question bank, 122 of the 225 Geometry and Mensuration questions are medium, 93 are hard and 10 are easy.
| Difficulty | Typical question characteristics | Preparation focus | Questions in PDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy | Direct area, perimeter or angle questions that need one standard result | Formula recall and unit care | 10 |
| Moderate | Similar triangles, circle properties and mensuration of composite figures | Drawing the figure and spotting the relation | 122 |
| Difficult | Multi-step figures that combine circles, triangles and coordinate geometry | Constructions, auxiliary lines and testing special cases | 93 |
How to Prepare for CAT Geometry and Mensuration Using PYQs
Follow a three-stage preparation plan to get the most out of the question bank.
- Build conceptual clarity: Revise the triangle similarity and circle theorems, the area and volume formulas, and the coordinate geometry formulas before attempting timed practice.
- Practise topic-wise PYQs: Solve CAT Geometry and Mensuration questions grouped by subtopic. Record the year and slot, your accuracy, and the time taken.
- Attempt mixed Geometry sets: Once individual concepts are clear, solve questions from different Geometry topics together. Review incorrect answers and identify whether the mistake came from the diagram, the theorem chosen, or time management.
Because Geometry and Mensuration contributed 13.9% of the five-year QA dataset analysed, it appears steadily at 9 or 10 questions a year, so a regular practice routine pays off. Candidates should prepare Arithmetic, Algebra, Number System, and Modern Mathematics as well.
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CAT Geometry and Mensuration PYQs FAQs
Ques. How many Geometry and Mensuration questions are asked in CAT?
Ans. Based on 2021-2025 analysis, Geometry and Mensuration accounts for 46 out of 330 QA questions, representing approximately 13.9%. The number varies across exam years and slots, from 9 to 10 a year across the three slots.
Ques. Which topics are covered in the CAT Geometry and Mensuration syllabus?
Ans. The CAT Geometry and Mensuration syllabus includes circles, triangles, polygons and quadrilaterals, coordinate geometry, trigonometry, and mensuration.
Ques. How can I practise CAT Geometry and Mensuration questions PYQ topic-wise?
Ans. Start with one topic at a time, such as triangles or circles. Solve previous-year questions and note the concepts or calculation methods you find difficult. Then practise mixed Geometry and Mensuration questions under timed conditions.
Ques. How should I use CAT Geometry and Mensuration PYQs for exam preparation?
Ans. Practise questions from different CAT years and slots, and track your accuracy and time per question. Reattempt incorrect questions after revising the relevant concepts. This helps you identify weak areas and improve your problem-solving speed.
Ques. Does the CAT Geometry and Mensuration PYQ PDF include solutions?
Ans. No. The PDF contains the 225 questions with their year, slot and source question number, without answer keys or solutions.
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