CAT (Common Admission Test)
Common Admission Test Exam Pattern
The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 is a computer-based test conducted for admission to postgraduate management programs in various Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other top business schools. Below is the detailed exam pattern for CAT 2025:
Exam Pattern Overview
- Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
- Sections:
- Section I: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)
- Section II: Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)
- Section III: Quantitative Ability (QA)
Detailed Exam Pattern
| Section | Number of Questions | Time Allotted |
|---|---|---|
| VARC | 24 | 40 minutes |
| DILR | 20 | 40 minutes |
| QA | 22 | 40 minutes |
| Total | 66 | 120 minutes |
Key Points to Note
- Question Type: The exam consists of both Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Non-MCQs (Type In The Answer - TITA).
- Marking Scheme:
- Correct Answer: +3 marks
- Incorrect Answer: -1 mark (for MCQs)
- No Negative Marking: For Non-MCQs
- Sectional Time Limit: Each section has a fixed time limit of 40 minutes.
Important Exam Information
- CAT 2025 is expected to be conducted on November 30, 2025, the last Sunday of November.
- Admit Card: Candidates can download their CAT 2025 Admit Card from the official CAT website, which will contain the exam date, time, exam center, and other details.
- Result Declaration: Results will be declared on the official CAT website, and the Percentile Score will be calculated based on the candidate's performance.
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university or institution.
- Minimum Percentage:
- General/EWS/NC-OBC: At least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- SC/ST/PwD: At least 45% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- Final Year Students: Candidates in their final year of graduation are also eligible to apply, provided they complete their degree requirements by the time of admission.
