CAT Exam Update: IIM Kozhikode is going to conduct the Common Admission Test 2025-2026 session on 30th November 2025, and recently authority has released the CAT 2025 admit card.
As the examination is a few weeks away, all the candidates might be in their final stage of CAT preparation.
Focusing on the mock tests, revision strategy, and tips to ace the MBA entrance examination is good, but knowing the CAT exam center instructions is equally important.
CAT Exam Instructions & Doubts
The Common Admission Test will be held in 3 sessions in computer-based mode at the respective exam center allocated to the candidates. On the exam day, candidates are required to carry a few documents, follow the dress code, and adhere to the exam day instructions and rules.
Through the CAT 2025 FAQs, the IIM Kozhikode has previously answered a few candidates’ exam day doubts, and other instructions have been mentioned in the hall ticket.
| CAT FAQs Question | Answer By Authority |
| Can I take the examination from any computer? | No. You must take the exam on the workstation assigned to you at the test centre. The centre is allotted based on the cities you selected during registration. Full details appear on the admit card. |
| Can I carry rough paper/scribbling pad and pen/pencil to the exam? | No. You will be given one scribble pad & a pen at the centre. All rough work must be done only on that pad. Extra pads will not be provided. Writing anywhere else, including on the admit card, counts as unfair means. PwD candidates with blindness or low vision can request one extra scribble pad. (CAT Exam Rough Sheet Instructions) |
| Can I take the scribble pad home after the exam? | No. Invigilators will collect the scribble pad after the exam ends. |
| Can I bring a calculator? | No. Personal calculators are not allowed. You must use the onscreen calculator available throughout the exam. |
| Can I carry medicines or restricted items due to medical conditions? | Yes, but only with prior approval. You must submit an Authorization Form with documents and an admit card to the CAT Helpdesk. The approval letter must be shown at the centre. |
| Can I adjust the screen brightness? | Yes, but only the invigilator can adjust it. You need to request them during the exam. |
| What should I do if I face a technical issue during the exam? Will time be compensated? | Inform the invigilator immediately. Your system will be locked, and you’ll be shifted to another one. The timer pauses during the shift, so you won’t lose exam time. |
| Can I take a bio-break during the CAT exam? | Bio-breaks are not allowed except for emergencies or medical reasons. You will be re-frisked when re-entering. Time lost will not be compensated. Candidates should avoid breaks unless absolutely needed. |
Above are the most common doubts that candidates have regarding the examination. Other than these, talking about what to carry on the CAT exam day: aspirants are required to carry the CAT admit card, passport-size photo, and one ID proff. No need to carry any pen, paper, or rough sheet.
Now, what is the CAT exam dress code? All candidates have to wear simple, loose, non-blinky clothes to take the exam. Candidates should not wear any jewelry, ornaments, accessories, or mendhi. Both female and male candidates can wear a plain solid t-shirt and a trousers with slippers. However, yes, you can also wear jeans.
We wish all the candidates the best of luck for the CAT 2025 examination. Make sure to follow all the rules and regulations and don’t involve yourself in any unfair practices.
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