“The only limit to our realisation of tomorrow is our doubts of today,” said Franklin D. Roosevelt. With the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 scheduled for November 30, 2025, in three shifts, only two days are left to calm your mind, wrap things up, and be ready for your goal. Now is the time to shift from learning mode to performance mode.
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode will conduct the CAT 2025 exam in a computer-based test mode. The exam will be held in three sections: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Aptitude (QA), with a sectional time limit of 40 minutes.
CAT 2025 Toppers’ Tips: Maintain Focus, Reduce Stress
The last two days are not for learning everything; they are for learning perseverance and staying calm. As the CAT 2025 exam draws closer, here is what previous CAT toppers did in the final 48 hours. Apoorva Rajadhyaksha, last year’s CAT topper and the only woman candidate to score a perfect 100-percentile, says “CAT is more about managing time and understanding the essence of questions than just knowing everything.” Meditation and music became integral parts of her routine, helping her maintain focus and reduce stress.
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CAT 2025 Final 48 Hours: Do’s and Don’ts
Raiyaan S (CAT 2023, 98.03 percentile) said the last phase was more about protecting his state of mind than adding more academic load. Raiyaan revised formulas, watched a few quick Quant tip videos, solved a handful of easy questions, and took long walks to clear his head. He added that CAT rewards calm more than cramming. He advises aspirants to focus on strengths, avoid comparison, drink enough water, and sleep well.
CAT is all about putting your logical and analytical mind to work, so your temperament will play a big role. Stay calm, stay focused.
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CAT 2025 Final Phase: Know Your Strengths and Weaknesses
For Milan Morais (CAT 2023, 99.79 percentile), the final phase was not about pushing harder but about staying mentally steady. Candidates must have clarity about their strengths and weaknesses. “Be extremely comfortable skipping questions. It’s the best thing you can do at such a late stage to drastically improve your percentile,” said Morais.
For Anirudh A. (CAT 2023, 98.19 percentile), the final two days were about light revision and mental reset. Rhuthwik Nargund (CAT 2023, 98.67 percentile) shared that he followed a 30-second rule: “If it doesn’t click in 30 seconds, skip it.”
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“Hard work, consistency, and confidence can help you achieve anything,” said one of the top scorers. Conquer your doubts and have unwavering faith in your ability to achieve success in the CAT 2025 exam. Remember, self-doubt today could delay your journey towards your dream IIM. Believe in yourself and your potential.
