IIM Bangalore Alumna Shares Five Key Mistakes to Avoid for CAT 2026 Preparation
An IIM Bangalore alumna and former Google employee shared five common mistakes CAT 2026 aspirants should avoid to improve their scores by 10-15 percentile points. She emphasized taking mock tests at the scheduled exam time, prioritizing accuracy over attempting all questions, and practicing reading comprehension regularly. The CAT 2026 exam is scheduled for November 29, 2026, and serves as the primary admission test for IIMs and other business schools across India.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (52/100). Lens Score 37/100.
Outlets measured: news18, ndtv. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
ndtv broke this story on 28 Oct, 10:31 am. Other outlets followed.