{"id":1829,"date":"2025-10-03T13:01:56","date_gmt":"2025-10-03T13:01:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/?page_id=1829"},"modified":"2026-04-13T11:43:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T11:43:51","slug":"2019-pdf","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2019-pdf\/","title":{"rendered":"CAT 2019 Question Paper: Slot 1, 2, 3 (PDF With Solution)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The CAT 2019 exam was conducted on 24th November 2019 in two slots, following the 3-hour format with a total of 100 questions. The paper was divided into three sections: VARC (34), DILR (32), and Quantitative Aptitude (34).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, CAT 2019 was moderate to difficult, with Quant being the toughest section, VARC relatively manageable, and DILR posing moderate challenges.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since this was one of the last years with the longer 3-hour, 100-question format, solving CAT 2019 papers is highly valuable for aspirants. It not only builds exam temperament but also gives you exposure to how the exam has evolved over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/free-online-ipmat-coaching\/?utm_source=SEO&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=cat-previous-year-papers-2019-pdf\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"299\" src=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching-1024x299.webp\" alt=\"free online ipmat coaching\" class=\"wp-image-5371\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching-1024x299.webp 1024w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching-300x88.webp 300w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching-768x224.webp 768w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching-1536x448.webp 1536w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-palette-color-8-color has-palette-color-1-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1e44a27aa53cdc2b851ac24e7331c5ea\"><strong>Upcoming CAT Exams:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/2026-details\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/2027-details\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2027<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2019-pdf\/#CAT_2019_Question_Paper_Pattern\" >CAT 2019 Question Paper Pattern<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2019-pdf\/#CAT_2019_Question_Paper_PDF\" >CAT 2019 Question Paper PDF<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2019-pdf\/#CAT_2019_Question_Paper_%E2%80%93_Slot_1_Analysis\" >CAT 2019 Question Paper \u2013 Slot 1 Analysis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2019-pdf\/#CAT_2019_Question_Paper_%E2%80%93_Slot_2_Analysis\" >CAT 2019 Question Paper \u2013 Slot 2 Analysis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2019-pdf\/#CAT_Question_Paper_2019_Slot-Wise_Comparison\" >CAT Question Paper 2019: Slot-Wise Comparison<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2019-pdf\/#Why_Solve_CAT_Question_Paper_2019\" >Why Solve CAT Question Paper 2019?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2019-pdf\/#How_to_Use_CAT_2019_Question_Paper_for_Preparation\" >How to Use CAT 2019 Question Paper for Preparation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2019-pdf\/#FAQs_About_CAT_2019_Question_Paper\" >FAQs About CAT 2019 Question Paper<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_2019_Question_Paper_Pattern\"><\/span>CAT 2019 Question Paper Pattern<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam Date<\/td><td>24 November 2019 (Sunday)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of Sessions<\/td><td>2 (Slot 1 &amp; Slot 2)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mode of Exam<\/td><td>Computer-Based Test (CBT)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Questions<\/td><td>100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sections<\/td><td>VARC (34), DILR (32), Quant (34)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Duration<\/td><td>180 Minutes (3 Hours)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Marking Scheme<\/td><td>+3 for correct answer, \u20131 for wrong MCQ, 0 for TITA<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_2019_Question_Paper_PDF\"><\/span>CAT 2019 Question Paper PDF<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can download the CAT 2019 question papers of both slots in PDF format. Since this was the last year with the 3-hour, 100-question format, solving these papers will help you understand how CAT has evolved over the years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Slots<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CAT 2019 Slot 1 Question Paper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CAT 2019 Slot 2 Question Paper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-palette-color-8-color has-palette-color-1-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat-previous-year-papers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click to Download<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_2019_Question_Paper_%E2%80%93_Slot_1_Analysis\"><\/span>CAT 2019 Question Paper \u2013 Slot 1 Analysis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Check below the analysis of CAT 2019 slot 1 question paper:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Sections<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Difficulty Level<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Good Attempt<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>VARC<\/td><td>Moderate to Difficult<\/td><td>34<\/td><td>22\u201324<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DILR<\/td><td>Difficult<\/td><td>32<\/td><td>16\u201317<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quant<\/td><td>Moderate to Difficult<\/td><td>34<\/td><td>18\u201320<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mentor\u2019s Insight:<\/strong> Slot 1 was challenging with Quant being heavy and concept-driven. VARC was slightly tricky, requiring careful reading, while DILR tested logical stamina with complex sets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For aspirants, this slot highlights the need to balance accuracy over attempts and not panic when multiple sections feel demanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-palette-color-8-color has-palette-color-1-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-2c9d8abf7ca606dc1e37a5c2e9b5c4f5\"><strong>Practice with CAT PYQs:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Previous Year Papers<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2025-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2025 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2024-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2024 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2023-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2023 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2022-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2022 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2021-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2021 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2020-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2020 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2019-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2019 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_2019_Question_Paper_%E2%80%93_Slot_2_Analysis\"><\/span>CAT 2019 Question Paper \u2013 Slot 2 Analysis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Check below the analysis of CAT 2019 slot 2 question paper:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Sections<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Difficulty Level<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Good Attempt<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>VARC<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><td>34<\/td><td>23\u201325<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DILR<\/td><td>Difficult<\/td><td>32<\/td><td>16\u201317<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quant<\/td><td>Moderate to Difficult<\/td><td>34<\/td><td>21\u201322<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mentor\u2019s Insight:<\/strong> Slot 2 was slightly more approachable in VARC, offering scoring opportunities. However, DILR remained tough across the board, and Quant again demanded precision.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key lesson for aspirants is to quickly identify easy wins in VARC and secure marks before tackling tougher DILR and Quant questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-palette-color-8-color has-palette-color-1-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-e66a3ce6a24ca9c1ac0f84d332e33d2d\"><strong>Explore additional free resources for CAT Exam:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/test-series\/cat\/free-pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Free CAT Mock Test PDF<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/test-series\/cat\/varc-mock\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT VARC Mock Test<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/test-series\/cat\/quant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Quant Mock Test<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/test-series\/cat\/dilr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT DILR Mock Test<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Question_Paper_2019_Slot-Wise_Comparison\"><\/span>CAT Question Paper 2019: Slot-Wise Comparison<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Section<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Slot 1 (Difficulty \/ Good Attempts)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Slot 2 (Difficulty \/ Good Attempts)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>VARC<\/td><td>Moderate to Difficult \/ 22\u201324<\/td><td>Moderate \/ 23\u201325<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DILR<\/td><td>Difficult \/ 16\u201317<\/td><td>Difficult \/ 16\u201317<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quant<\/td><td>Moderate to Difficult \/ 18\u201320<\/td><td>Moderate to Difficult \/ 21\u201322<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Overall Paper<\/td><td>Tougher balance with Quant &amp; DILR<\/td><td>Slightly easier with scoring in VARC<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/free-ipmat-mock-tests\/?utm_source=SEO&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=cat-previous-year-papers-2019-pdf\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"299\" src=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test-1024x299.webp\" alt=\"free ipmat mock test\" class=\"wp-image-5374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test-1024x299.webp 1024w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test-300x88.webp 300w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test-768x224.webp 768w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test-1536x448.webp 1536w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Solve_CAT_Question_Paper_2019\"><\/span>Why Solve CAT Question Paper 2019?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Practice with Full-Length 3-Hour Paper<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>CAT 2019 was the last year with the 3-hour, 100-question format. Solving this paper helps you experience longer exam stamina, section sequencing, and time allocation strategies. It\u2019s an excellent way to test your endurance and focus under extended exam conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Understand Pre-Pattern Change Structure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since CAT 2020 onwards, the exam shifted to 76 questions. By solving CAT 2019 papers, you learn how the exam evolved and how question distribution impacted performance. This perspective strengthens your adaptability and prepares you for unpredictable changes in future CAT papers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Sharpen Sectional Strategies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The CAT 2019 question paper tested patience in DILR, careful comprehension in VARC, and strong fundamentals in Quant. Practicing it allows you to refine section-wise strategies\u2014like identifying scoring areas quickly and not overcommitting to difficult sets. These skills are crucial for CAT success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Improve Accuracy and Decision-Making<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT exam<\/a><\/strong> is not just about attempts, but about smart accuracy. By solving the 2019 paper, you train yourself to decide which questions to attempt and which to skip. This enhances efficiency, improves your accuracy rate, and reduces negative marking in actual exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Gain Confidence from Authentic Practice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>CAT 2019 papers are real exam-level questions created by IIMs. Practicing them gives you unmatched confidence, unlike generic mocks. When you solve past year papers like CAT 2019, you get closer to the actual test experience and build the confidence needed to aim for top percentiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_CAT_2019_Question_Paper_for_Preparation\"><\/span>How to Use CAT 2019 Question Paper for Preparation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Attempt in Real Exam Conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Set aside 3 full hours and attempt the CAT 2019 paper exactly like the actual exam. This trains you to manage stamina, focus, and accuracy over a longer duration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Analyze Section by Section<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Break down your performance in VARC, DILR, and Quant separately. Identify where you spent too much time, which questions you skipped, and where errors repeated. This analysis is the real value of solving the paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Compare Both Slots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>CAT 2019 had two slots with variations in difficulty. By solving both, you expose yourself to a broader range of challenges, helping you adapt better on exam day if your slot turns out tougher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Refine Time Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With 100 questions in 180 minutes, CAT 2019 tested prioritization skills. Use the paper to experiment with strategies\u2014like which section to maximize, how to pace RCs, and when to leave a tricky DILR set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Reattempt for Growth Tracking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t just solve CAT 2019 once. Attempt it again after a month to measure your progress. If your score improves, it shows your preparation is on track and your concepts are getting stronger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle\/?utm_source=SEO&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=cat-previous-year-papers-2019-pdf\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"299\" src=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle-1024x299.webp\" alt=\"free ipmat notes bundle\" class=\"wp-image-5373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle-1024x299.webp 1024w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle-300x88.webp 300w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle-768x224.webp 768w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle-1536x448.webp 1536w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_About_CAT_2019_Question_Paper\"><\/span>FAQs About CAT 2019 Question Paper<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759496071014\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How many slots were there in CAT 2019?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">CAT 2019 had 2 slots, unlike later years which had 3.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759496091030\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How many total questions were in CAT 2019?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The exam had 100 questions in total.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759496108249\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Was there negative marking in CAT 2019?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. +3 marks for every correct answer, \u20131 for wrong MCQs, and no negative marking for TITA questions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759496135629\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How difficult was the CAT 2019 exam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The paper was moderate to difficult, with Quant being the toughest, VARC relatively manageable, and DILR moderately tough.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759496151048\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How many RC passages were there in CAT 2019 VARC?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There were 5 Reading Comprehension passages in each slot.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759496165155\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How many DILR sets were there in CAT 2019?<\/strong> <p 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