CMAT General Awareness has 20 questions for 80 marks — each correct answer adds 4 marks and a wrong attempt cuts 1. The section covers current affairs, static GK, economy, science & technology, sports, awards, and government schemes. Download the sample papers below, then use the topic weightage table to prioritize current affairs and Indian polity, which together account for 8–10 of the 20 questions in most CMAT papers.
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- CMAT 2027 exam date: January 24, 2027 | Computer-based test, single session
- General Awareness: 20 questions, 80 marks out of 400 total | No sectional time limit
- Marking scheme: +4 for correct, −1 for wrong answer
- Good attempts target: 14–17 out of 20 (Easy to Moderate difficulty)
- Total paper: 100 questions, 400 marks, 180 minutes across 5 sections
CMAT General Awareness Sample Papers - Download PDF
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| CMAT General Awareness Sample Paper 1 | Download PDF |
| CMAT General Awareness Sample Paper 2 | Download PDF |
| CMAT General Awareness Sample Paper 3 | Download PDF |
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| CMAT General Awareness Sample Paper 7 | Download PDF |
| CMAT General Awareness Sample Paper 8 | Download PDF |
| CMAT General Awareness Sample Paper 9 | Download PDF |
| CMAT General Awareness Sample Paper 10 | Download PDF |
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Start with Papers 1–3 to benchmark your current affairs recall speed. Use Papers 4–7 to strengthen static GK across history, geography, and economy. Reserve Papers 8–10 for timed full-section simulation under exam conditions.
CMAT General Awareness Previous Year Question Papers
| Year | Session | Solutions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 session | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2024 | 1 session | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2023 | 1 session | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2022 | 1 session | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2021 | 1 session | Available | Official Site |
| 2020 | 1 session | Available | Official Site |
CMAT General Awareness Exam Pattern and Marks Distribution
The General Awareness section has 20 compulsory MCQs for 80 marks. All question types are single-correct MCQs. There is no sectional time limit — allocate around 20–25 minutes to this section in your practice, leaving ample time for Quantitative Techniques and Logical Reasoning. General Awareness is considered one of the most scoring sections for well-prepared candidates, as questions are factual and direct.
CMAT General Awareness Topic Wise Weightage - High Scoring Topics
| Topic | Questions | Difficulty | What to Watch For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Affairs (last 12 months) | 5–7 | Easy–Moderate | National summits, govt. schemes, RBI/SEBI policy, election results |
| Indian Polity & Constitution | 3–4 | Easy | Articles, schedules, amendments, constitutional bodies |
| Economy & Business | 2–3 | Moderate | Budget highlights, GDP data, international trade, banking terms |
| Science & Technology | 2–3 | Easy–Moderate | Space missions, recent scientific discoveries, new tech policies |
| Geography (India & World) | 2–3 | Easy | Rivers, capitals, national parks, border disputes |
| History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern) | 1–2 | Easy | Freedom struggle, dynasties, colonial-era acts |
| Sports & Awards | 1–2 | Easy | Olympics, cricket, national sports awards, Padma/Bharat Ratna |
| Books, Authors & International Orgs | 1–2 | Easy | Recent bestsellers, UN agencies, heads of state |
How to Prepare for CMAT General Awareness
- Daily newspaper (30 min): Read The Hindu or Indian Express business and national pages. Focus on policy announcements, bilateral summits, and economic data.
- Monthly current-affairs digests: Compile notes on Cabinet decisions, RBI policy, budget figures, space/defence launches, and sports championships.
- Static GK revision: Cover Indian polity (fundamental rights, DPSPs, amendment procedure), geography (river systems, national parks), and modern history (major acts and movements).
- Economy fundamentals: Understand GDP, inflation indices (CPI/WPI), forex reserves, FDI data, and key Union Budget allocations.
- Science & Tech: Track ISRO missions, Defence R&D, and landmark health/pharma developments from the last 12 months.
- Revision cycle: Review your monthly notes every Sunday and use these sample papers weekly to test recall speed under a 25-minute simulated timer.
CMAT General Awareness Sample Paper - Key Features
- 25 questions per paper, 100 marks, 45 minutes — slightly expanded from the actual 20-question exam section for more intensive practice
- Covers all 8 topic areas with realistic question difficulty matching recent CMAT papers
- Detailed solutions explain the "why" behind each answer — not just the correct option
- Topic-tagged questions so you can drill weak areas without redoing full papers
- Marking scheme identical to the actual exam: +4 correct, −1 wrong, 0 unattempted
CMAT General Awareness Sample Paper - Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are in the CMAT General Awareness section?
The actual section has 20 questions for 80 marks. These sample papers use 25 questions so you get broader topic coverage and slightly more practice per session.
Is General Awareness difficult in CMAT?
The section is generally rated Easy to Moderate. Questions focus on facts from the last 12 months of current affairs plus static GK from Class 10–12 NCERT-level content. Consistent daily reading typically brings this section above 60 marks out of 80.
How current should my current-affairs preparation be?
Cover the 12 months before the exam date. NTA draws questions from national news (govt. schemes, budget, RBI decisions), international events (summits, UN reports), science (ISRO, defence), and sports. Events within 3 months of the exam date appear most frequently.
What resources are best for CMAT GA preparation?
Primary: The Hindu / Indian Express (national + business section). Secondary: PIB (Press Information Bureau), RBI press releases, Ministry of Finance economic survey. For static GK: NCERT Class 9–12 History, Geography, and Economics textbooks plus Laxmikant's Indian Polity.
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