The CAT 2025 Question Papers and the official Answer Keys for Slot 1, Slot 2, and Slot 3 will be available for download here immediately after the exam concludes on Sunday, November 30, 2025. You can find the fastest updates on exam difficulty, question distribution, and live analysis of CAT 2025 here.

CAT Question Paper 2025 PDF Download (Available Soon)
The CAT 2025 Question Paper PDF will be an essential resource for candidates to analyze their raw scores before the official results. Below are the links to download the question paper and answer key slot-wise.
CAT 2025 Question Paper PDF (VARC)
| CAT VARC Slot | Question Paper PDF | Answer Key PDF |
|---|---|---|
| CAT 2025 Question Paper (Slot 1) – VARC | Available Soon | Available Soon |
| CAT 2025 Question Paper (Slot 2) – VARC | Available Soon | Available Soon |
| CAT 2025 Question Paper (Slot 3) – VARC | Available Soon | Available Soon |
CAT 2025 Question Paper PDF (DILR)
| CAT DILR Slot | Question Paper PDF | Answer Key PDF |
|---|---|---|
| CAT 2025 Question Paper (Slot 1) – DILR | Available Soon | Available Soon |
| CAT 2025 Question Paper (Slot 2) – DILR | Available Soon | Available Soon |
| CAT 2025 Question Paper (Slot 3) – DILR | Available Soon | Available Soon |
CAT 2025 Question Paper PDF (QA)
| CAT QA Slot | Question Paper PDF | Answer Key PDF |
|---|---|---|
| CAT 2025 Question Paper (Slot 1) – QA | Available Soon | Available Soon |
| CAT 2025 Question Paper (Slot 2) – QA | Available Soon | Available Soon |
| CAT 2025 Question Paper (Slot 3) – QA | Available Soon | Available Soon |
CAT 2025 Paper Analysis (Expected)
Based on previous trends, our experts will provide a detailed analysis of Slot 1 vs Slot 2 vs Slot 3 shortly after the exam. Stay tuned for video analysis and score calculators. Here you can find CAT 2025 Paper Prediction.
- Quantitative Ability: Expected to be moderate to difficult, focusing on Arithmetic and Algebra.
- VARC: Likely to continue the trend of heavy reading comprehension with moderate complexity.
- DILR: Expected to remain the "make or break" section with 4 sets of 5 questions.
CAT 2025: Exam Pattern and Section-Wise Distribution
The CAT 2025 question paper is expected to follow the established format of 66 questions distributed across three sections, with a 40-minute time limit per section:
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks | Weightage (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) | 24 | 3 | 72 | 36% |
| Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) | 20 | 3 | 60 | 30% |
| Quantitative Aptitude (QA) | 22 | 3 | 66 | 34% |
| Total | 66 | - | 198 | 100% |
Time Allocation & Strategy for CAT 2025
The IIMs have maintained a consistent pattern over the last few years. The section-wise question distribution is unlikely to change drastically in 2025. Since the exam is just around the corner, remember the strict sectional time limits:
| Section | Number of Questions | Time Allotted (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) | 24 | 40 |
| Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) | 20 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (QA) | 22 | 40 |
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.



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