The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025—the gateway to prestigious indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and top B-schools across the country—has officially been scheduled for November 30, 2025.
This year, the exam will be conducted in three sessions under the supervision of IIM Kozhikode, which is responsible for designing, administering, and securely evaluating the test.

With the announcement out, aspirants can begin fine-tuning their preparation strategies. Here’s everything you need to know:

📌 Mock Test Link to Be Released Soon

IIM kozhikode will soon release the official CAT 2025 mock test link on the exam website.
This mock test:

· Simulates the real exam interdata-face

· Helps aspirants understand navigation tools

· Gives insight into the difficulty level

· Familiarizes candidates with on-screen calculators & timers

Aspirants are strongly advised to take this mock test multiple times to build confidence and speed.

📘 CAT 2025: Expected Paper Pattern

While the final pattern will be confirmed with the official notification, CAT traditionally follows the three-section format:

1️⃣ Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)

· Comprehension passages

· Para jumbles

· Summary-based questions

2️⃣ Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)

· Charts, graphs, caselets

· Logic puzzles & analytical sets

3️⃣ Quantitative Aptitude (QA)

· Arithmetic

· Algebra

· Geometry

· Number system

Each section is timed separately, and candidates cannot switch between sections.

⏳ Key Preparation Tips for CAT 2025

With roughly a year for preparation, here’s how serious aspirants should plan:

✔ Strengthen Fundamentals Early

Build strong basics in quant, grammar skills, and logical reasoning before moving to advanced-level questions.

✔ Take Regular Mock Tests

At least 1–2 mocks per week initially, increasing frequency closer to the exam.

✔ Analyze Mistakes Thoroughly

Mock tests are helpful only when followed by detailed analysis of incorrect answers.

✔ Focus on Time Management

CAT rewards accuracy and speed. Practice solving under time pressure.

✔ Read Daily

Newspapers, editorials, and long-form content help boost VARC performance.

✔ Stay Consistent

Even short daily study sessions (1–2 hours) can ensure steady progress.

🎯 Final Word

With the exam date officially fixed for November 30, CAT 2025 preparations should kick into high gear. Aspirants who combine consistent practice, mock test usage, and smart strategy will stand the best chance of securing admission into top management programs next year.

 

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