The CAT 2025 exam comprises 68 questions to be attempted in 120 minutes, with each question carrying 3 marks. The exam is divided into three sections:

1. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)

2. Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)

3. Quantitative Ability (QA)

The DILR section now includes 2 additional questions.

The CAT syllabus broadly covers topics such as:

1. Quantitative Ability: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Percentage, and Number Systems

2. DILR: Graphs, Tables, Logical Puzzles, Series Completion, and Coding-Decoding

3. VARC: A major focus on Reading Comprehension (12–14 questions), along with Para-jumbles, Odd Sentences, and Summary-based questions

Given CAT's unpredictable nature, aspirants are advised to prepare thoroughly across all topics, including those traditionally considered less emphasized, as these may carry greater weight in future editions.