CAT 2025 Slot 1 & 2 Analysis: Question Paper, Timings & Difficulty
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• Updated on 30 Nov, 2025, 1:47 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 is being conducted today, November 30, 2025, by IIM Kozhikode across India. About 2,95,000 candidates are expected to appear at over 350 test centres in 170 cities. The exam is held in three slots, with slot 1 from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM and slot 2 from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Initial student feedback and expert analysis suggest that CAT 2025 slot 1 was of moderate difficulty, with VARC questions being relatively easier, DILR questions easy to moderate, and Quantitative Aptitude questions moderate but time-consuming.
CAT 2025 Exam Timings and Reporting Rules
Candidates are advised to strictly follow reporting times to avoid missing entry:
The answer key and response sheets will be released by December 5, 2025, allowing candidates to analyse performance and raise objections if required.
Things to Carry on CAT Exam Day 2025
Candidates must carry the following documents and items:
- Two copies of CAT 2025 Admit Card with photo affixed
- Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License)
- PwD certificate and scribe details if applicable
- Medical documents if needed
- Blue/black ballpoint pen
CAT 2025 Slot 1 & 2 Difficulty Level
This year’s exam, conducted by IIM Kozhikode, shows a slightly lower difficulty level compared to last year. Expert observations highlight:
- VARC (Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension): Easier in slot 1, dominated by RC passages
- DILR (Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning): Easy to moderate, some complex puzzles
- Quantitative Aptitude: Moderate but time-consuming, focused on Arithmetic and Algebra
Students targeting IIM Ahmedabad and other top B-Schools are advised to focus on speed and accuracy to secure higher percentiles.
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