CAT 2025 Exam: Important Do's, Don'ts, and Shift Timings

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The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) will conduct the Common Admission Test (CAT 2025) on November 30. The Management has divided the exam into three specific time slots. Candidates must strictly follow the schedule and guidelines set by the officials.

Exam Date: November 30
Total Shifts: 03
Duration per Shift: 02 Hours
Morning Shift: 08:30 am – 10:30 am
Afternoon Shift: 12:30 pm – 02:30 pm
Evening Shift: 04:30 pm – 06:30 pm

Essential Documents to Carry

You must bring specific documents to the exam center to gain entry. Without these, invigilators will not permit you to take the test.

CAT 2025 Admit Card: A hard copy of the hall ticket is mandatory.
Photo Identity Proof: Carry a valid government-issued ID. This includes a PAN Card, Voter ID, or Aadhar Card.

Reporting Time Guidelines

Punctuality is vital for this exam. You should reach the center at least 30 to 60 minutes before the test begins. Please refer to the table below for the correct reporting schedule:

Exam Shift	Exam Timing	Recommended Reporting Time
Shift 1	08:30 am to 10:30 am	By 08:00 am
Shift 2	12:30 pm to 02:30 pm	Between 11:30 am and 12:00 noon
Shift 3	04:30 pm to 06:30 pm	By 04:00 pm

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CAT 2025 Exam: What Not to Carry

The exam authorities maintain strict security protocols. You must not bring any banned items inside the examination hall.

Smartphones, Bluetooth devices, earphones, and pagers are strictly prohibited.
The exam centers provide no lockers or storage facilities. If you bring banned items, you must keep them outside the venue at your own risk.