CAT Reading Preparation: 10 Habits to Build Comprehension and Focus

1. Read high-quality articles from tetw.org, long-form essays from Aeon, and books across diverse genres, including fiction and non-fiction bestsellers.
2. In the initial phase, prioritise vocabulary building and increasing your reading volume, while attempting a few Reading Comprehension (RC) passages on weekends. Gradually shift your focus toward intensive RC practice.
3. Set clear daily, weekly and monthly reading targets. Meet them consistently.
4. Identify topics you tend to avoid in newspapers and magazines, and make a conscious effort to read and understand them.
5. Develop a strong understanding of the foundational principles in subjects you are unfamiliar with.
6. Use tools such as ChatGPT, Google and high-quality educational videos on YouTube to strengthen concepts in areas where you lack clarity.
7. Give equal importance to the quality and quantity of your reading. One without the other will not be enough to reach a top percentile.
8. In the last few months, practise a substantial number of RC passages and conduct a thorough analysis of each one.
9. Turn off mobile notifications and eliminate distractions to create a focused reading environment.
10. Limit social media use; step away entirely if possible. Sustained focus is a key driver of success.