CAT 2025 Exam Live Update
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Content Writer | Updated On - Nov 30, 2025
CAT 2025 Live Updates
- 4:30 PM IST: Slot 3 Exam starts
IIM Kozhikode has begun Slot 3 CAT 2025 exam today at 4:30 pm-06:30 pm. About 2.9 lakh candidates are expected to appear for the exam this year in overall three slots. The CAT Exam will be conducted in 170 cities at over 350 test centres.
Check latest updates on the CAT 2025, including slot timings, do’s and don’ts, section-wise analysis and question paper.
Download: CAT 2025 Admit Card
CAT 2025 Exam Timings
Check the slot-wise timings for the CAT 2025 exam. Past exam data shows that nearly 10% of late-arriving candidates were denied entry. Therefore, you must reach the exam centre as per your slot timing -
| Slot | Exam Timings | Reporting Time | Gate Closure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slot 1 | 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM | 7:00 AM | 8:15 AM |
| Slot 2 | 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM | 11:00 AM | 12:15 PM |
| Slot 3 | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 4:15 PM |
CAT Exam Analysis
Below given are CAT 2025 paper analysis:
Check: CAT 2025 Exam Day Guidelines
CAT 2025 Exam Day Checklist
| CAT 2025 Exam Day Checklist | |
|---|---|
| What to carry for CAT Exam Day | What NOT to carry for CAT Exam Day |
| Affix the same photograph as the one uploaded during registration onto the hard copy of the Admit Card. | No jewellery is allowed inside the exam hall. |
| Bring two copies of the admit card and one original photo ID proof to the exam centre. | Shoes with thick soles are not permitted inside the exam centre. |
| Reach the examination centre 90 minutes before the scheduled time to complete all the security and identity checks. | Electronic items such as mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, etc., are strictly prohibited from the exam centre. |
| Use the test system number to identify the floor/wing and seating place on the exam day. | Candidates must use the restroom before entering the examination hall. Once the exam starts, candidates are not allowed to leave their seats in any circumstance. |
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CAT 2025 Next Slot: Slot 2 Timing
The CAT 2025 slot 2 reporting begins at 11 AM and the exam will begin from 12:30 PM onwards. The CAT 2025 Slot 2 paper analysis will be shared soon after the exam ends at 2:30 PM.
| Slot | Exam Timings | Reporting Time | Gate Closure |
| CAT 2025 Slot 2 | 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM | 11:00 AM | 12:15 PM |
Meanwhile you can check the CAT 2025 Slot 1 Paper analysis Here - CAT 2025 Slot 1 Analysis
Ques: Can I bring a calculator to the CAT 2025 Test Centre?
Ans: No. Candidates are strictly prohibited from bringing any calculators to the test centre. They can use an onscreen calculator, which will be available throughout the exam.
Ques: Can I carry the scribble pad home after the completion of my exam?
Ans: No. Once the CAT exam is over, candidates must return the scribble pads to the respective invigilators before leaving the lab.
Ques: Can I carry rough paper and pen to the CAT exam centre?
Ans: No. On the exam day, candidates will be provided with one scribble pad and pen for rough works. You need not to carry your own. It is to be taken care that no extra scribble pad will be provided to any candidate. Also, writing anywhere else instead of scribble pad will be treated as unfair means.
Ques: Can I adjust the screen brightness of the computer monitor during the CAT 2025 exam?
Ans: The screen brightness of the computer monitor can be adjusted for the candidates, but only by the respective invigilator. Candidates are advised to request their invigilator if they need the same.
CAT 2025 Slot 1 Begins
IIM Kozhikode has commenced the Slot 1 CAT 2025 exam today, scheduled from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Expected exam pattern for CAT 2025?
CAT 2025 is expected to follow the same pattern as recent years:
Total duration: 120 minutes
Total questions: 66 (expected)
Sections: VARC (24), DILR (20), QA (22)
Sectional time limit: 40 minutes each
MCQs + Non-MCQs (TITA) in all three sections
No calculators except the on-screen calculator
CAT 2025 Expected Difficulty Level
Based on past trends, CAT 2025 is expected to be moderately tougher than 2024.
CAT 2025 VARC - Expected to be moderate to high
CAT 2025 DILR- Easy to moderate
CAT 2025 QA - Moderate
Toughest section in CAT 2025
DILR is expected to remain the toughest as per the last 4 years’ trend
CAT 2025 Slot 1 ends
CAT 2025 slot 1 ends at 10:30 AM. A quick analysis of CAT 2025 slot 1 will be shared soon based on aspirant’s feedback.
How much score is required in CAT 2025
CAT 2025 Slot 1 was moderately difficult. It is estimated that about 100-102 marks may be required to get 99+ percentile.
CAT 2025 Slot 2 Begins
IIM Kozhikode has commenced the Slot 2 CAT 2025 exam today, scheduled from 12:30 PM to 02:30 PM.
CAT 2025 Slot 2 Ends
CAT 2025 slot 2 ends at 02:30 PM. A quick analysis of CAT 2025 slot 1 will be shared soon based on aspirant’s feedback.
CAT 2025 Slot 2 Analysis
CAT 2025 Slot 2 Analysis for VARC, DILR and Quantitative Aptitude.
|
Section |
Questions types |
Difficulty level |
|---|---|---|
|
VARC |
4 RCs with 4question each, 2 para insertions, 2 odd one out, 2 parajumbles |
Moderate |
|
DILR |
3 sets of 4 questions, 2 sets of 5 questions |
Difficult |
|
Quants |
Moderate to Difficult |
CAT 2025 Slot 3 Begins
CAT 2025 Slot 3 has commenced and will conclude at 6:30 PM.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.