Archive · 20 Nov 2025
CAT 2025: Expert Tips for Effective Mock Test Preparation
As CAT 2025 approaches, expert Aashish Sood shares tips to make the most of mock tests.
He suggests doing timed practice, understanding question types, and not skipping tests due to lack of time.
Sood also discusses the pros and cons of self-study and coaching.
CAT 2025 is scheduled for November 30, 2025
Aashish Sood, CAT expert and IIM-Lucknow alumnus, shares tips for effective mock test preparation
Sood emphasizes the importance of doing timed practice and understanding question types
He suggests customizing approach and not skipping tests due to lack of time
Sood also discusses the benefits of self-study and coaching
- Who
- Aashish Sood, CAT expert and IIM-Lucknow alumnus
- What
- Shared tips for effective CAT 2025 mock test preparation
- When
- In Part 11 of Rediff's MBA preparation series
- Where
- On Rediff
- Why
- To help CAT aspirants prepare effectively for the exam
Self-Study
Coaching
Discipline
Self-Study
Required for self-study to be effective
Coaching
Not necessary with coaching as peers provide motivation
Peer Group
Self-Study
Limited interaction with peers
Coaching
Better peer group and challenge in coaching
- Exam Date
- Sunday, November 30, 2025
- Exam
- Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025
- Institutions Admitting
- Top business schools in India, including IIMs