{"id":36270,"date":"2025-01-14T09:40:33","date_gmt":"2025-01-14T04:10:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/?p=36270"},"modified":"2025-01-14T10:49:26","modified_gmt":"2025-01-14T05:19:26","slug":"cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/","title":{"rendered":"CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professionals 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>CAT preparation is definitely one of the most challenging parts for any aspirant. It further gets aggravated when it comes to CAT preparation for a working professional. The preparation takes over 6 months and sometime even a year and staying consistent with it is very difficult. Working Professionals tend to lose focus too in between and might feel demotivated in their CAT preparation journey. We also need to understand that leaving the job is not the solution that everyone can afford. Rather you should continue working as it enhances your overall profile which is much needed for you to secure admission in the top B-schools of the country. This article is there to break all the barriers in the preparation for working professionals. It aims to provide the right CAT 2025 Preparation Strategy for Working Professionals so that they can ace CAT without leaving their jobs.<\/p>\n\n\n<span style=\"--tl-form-height-m:69.7656px;--tl-form-height-t:127.219px;--tl-form-height-d:127.219px;\" class=\"tl-placeholder-f-type-shortcode_32430 tl-preload-form\"><span><\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Join the free CAT whatsapp group to get updated information about CAT along with preparation strategies and tips.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Why_Should_You_Prepare_for_CAT_With_Job\" >Why Should You Prepare for CAT With Job?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Why_is_CAT_Preparation_Challenging_for_Working_Professionals\" >Why is CAT Preparation Challenging for Working Professionals?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Strategies_for_CAT_Preparation_for_a_Working_Professional\" >Strategies for CAT Preparation for a Working Professional<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Set_Realistic_Goals_for_CAT_Preparation\" >Set Realistic Goals for CAT Preparation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Create_a_Flexible_Study_Plan_for_CAT_2025\" >Create a Flexible Study Plan for CAT 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Leverage_Early_Mornings_or_Late_Nights\" >Leverage Early Mornings or Late Nights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Make_Use_of_Micro-Learning_Opportunities\" >Make Use of Micro-Learning Opportunities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Practice_Consistently_for_CAT_2025\" >Practice Consistently for CAT 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Focus_on_Quality_Over_Quantity\" >Focus on Quality Over Quantity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Track_and_Analyse_Progress\" >Track and Analyse Progress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Maintain_Work-Life_Balance\" >Maintain Work-Life Balance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#Section-Wise_CAT_Preparation_Strategy_for_Working_Professional_%E2%80%93_VARC\" >Section-Wise CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professional &#8211; VARC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#CAT_Preparation_Strategy_for_Working_Professionals_%E2%80%93_DILR\" >CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professionals &#8211; DILR<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#CAT_Preparation_Strategy_2025_For_Working_Professionals_QA\" >CAT Preparation Strategy 2025 For Working Professionals: QA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#CAT_Preparation_Strategy_for_Working_Professionals_%E2%80%93_Time_Table_on_Weekdays_for_iQuanta_Students\" >CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professionals &#8211; Time Table on Weekdays for iQuanta Students<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/cat-2025-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals\/#CAT_Preparation_Strategy_for_Working_Professionals_%E2%80%93_Week_Day_Schedule\" >CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professionals &#8211; Week Day Schedule<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Should_You_Prepare_for_CAT_With_Job\"><\/span><strong>Why Should You Prepare for CAT With Job?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Balancing work and study together helps you be more disciplined and your time management skill is enhanced.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Job provides you with financial stability and you don&#8217;t have to think much about the expenses that are being incurred. So the cost involved in preparation for CAT 2025 is well managed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work experience is a value addition to your profile for MBA admission. In the selection parameters, the B-Schools provide weightage to the work experience of the candidates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your job will act as a plan B, in case your CAT exam does not go well you will still have your job and this is like your safety net.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Doing a job enhances your soft skills such as multitasking skills, resilience, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-is-cat-preparation-challenging-for-working-professionals\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_CAT_Preparation_Challenging_for_Working_Professionals\"><\/span><strong>Why is CAT Preparation Challenging for Working Professionals?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There might be multiple reasons why preparing for CAT along with work can be challenging for you. However, we will try to focus on certain main issues that we believe become a severe hindrance in your preparation journey. Let us get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Time Constraint for CAT Preparation 2025:<\/strong> Needless to say, the biggest barrier to preparation for any exam is your precious time. It gets even more problematic for a working professional due to their professional commitments. Now that work from home is almost vanishing, the total time spend in office plus commute is huge and might leave you with nothing as the day ends. Start to use time judiciously!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mental and Physical Fatigue:<\/strong> Often we see that after slogging long working hours in the office, one is both physically as well as mentally tired. The attention span is very low post work and is left with no motivation to study. Working professionals often face this and this creates a gap in their study schedule leading to poor CAT preparation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inconsistent Schedule:<\/strong> Since you need to be flexible at work, it might be unpredictable at times for you. For example, working aspirants sometimes might need to travel to client locations or even need to work on weekends. Due to these sudden commitments, you get out of touch and your preparation is hampered.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Juggling b\/w personal &amp; professional life:<\/strong> Due to very little time in hand, it gets really overwhelming to manage social life while you prepare for CAT. This again leads to mental fatigue and can cause issues in your preparation journey.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-strategies-for-cat-preparation-for-a-working-professional\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategies_for_CAT_Preparation_for_a_Working_Professional\"><\/span><strong>Strategies for CAT Preparation for a Working Professional<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we know what the main challenges for a working professional in their preparation journey towards CAT are. Let us now dig deep into the CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professionals which will eventually help them overcome those barriers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-set-realistic-goals-for-cat-preparation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Set_Realistic_Goals_for_CAT_Preparation\"><\/span><strong>Set Realistic Goals for CAT Preparation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to begin your preparation is to assess your current skill level in each section of the CAT i.e., Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) and Quantitative Ability (QA). Prepare a set of goals, both short-term and long-term. Try to stick to it. Do not overdo yourself by making goals which are desirable but unattainable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-create-a-flexible-study-plan-for-cat-2025\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_a_Flexible_Study_Plan_for_CAT_2025\"><\/span><strong>Create a Flexible Study Plan for CAT 2025<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to develop a study plan that fits your work schedule. Allocate 2-3 hours daily or at least 12-15 hours weekly for your CAT preparation. Maximise utilizing the weekends to focus on more learning or taking a mock test. Make sure your schedule can handle any last-minute work commitments. This will ensure your consistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-leverage-early-mornings-or-late-nights\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leverage_Early_Mornings_or_Late_Nights\"><\/span><strong>Leverage Early Mornings or Late Nights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Identify whether you are more productive in the mornings (early risers) or evenings (night owls). Use this time to focus on important things like studying new topics, analyzing mistakes from a given mock or simply revising certain topics.<\/p>\n\n\n<span style=\"--tl-form-height-m:69.7656px;--tl-form-height-t:127.219px;--tl-form-height-d:127.219px;\" class=\"tl-placeholder-f-type-shortcode_32430 tl-preload-form\"><span><\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Join the free CAT whatsapp group to get updated information about CAT along with preparation strategies and tips.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-make-use-of-micro-learning-opportunities\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_Use_of_Micro-Learning_Opportunities\"><\/span><strong>Make Use of Micro-Learning Opportunities<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During short breaks at work or commutes, you can easily engage in learning activities. Use mobile apps or PDFs to revise formulas, solve mini puzzles, or read editorials for VARC. You can also watch videos of Quants or any set from DILR to make use of the time. This will keep your memory fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-practice-consistently-for-cat-2025\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practice_Consistently_for_CAT_2025\"><\/span><strong>Practice Consistently for CAT 2025<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Consistency is key to ace the CAT. Even if you can only spare 30 minutes on a hectic day, use it to solve a few daily problems or read an article for the VARC section. This builds your habit and also keep you abreast with the preparation without any breaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-focus-on-quality-over-quantity\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_on_Quality_Over_Quantity\"><\/span><strong>Focus on Quality Over Quantity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We understand that there are infinite resources available on the internet for CAT preparation. However, it is best to accept that you cannot cover all of them and it is not advised also to do so. The best is to pick your coaching materials and start solving. Sectional mocks, topic tests and full-length mocks are also one of the most trusted sources for preparation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-track-and-analyse-progress\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Track_and_Analyse_Progress\"><\/span><strong>Track and Analyse Progress<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Always analyse your performance overtime and try to find out mistakes. Do not worry if you make mistakes at times, it is very normal. The next best step to take would be to give more attention to your weaknesses and try to build a CAT preparation strategy around it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-maintain-work-life-balance\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintain_Work-Life_Balance\"><\/span><strong>Maintain Work-Life Balance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is very easy to feel overwhelmed when juggling work and CAT preparation. A balanced routine will keep you motivated and prevent burnout. Make some time out for activities which you enjoy. They could be running, playing a sport, reading a book or as simple as taking a walk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/\">Join iQuanta CAT Course  2025<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"630\" height=\"367\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-164.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-164.png 630w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-164-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-164-150x87.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-section-wise-cat-preparation-strategy-for-working-professional-varc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Section-Wise_CAT_Preparation_Strategy_for_Working_Professional_%E2%80%93_VARC\"><\/span><strong>Section-Wise CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professional &#8211; VARC<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Build a reading habit:<\/strong> Try to make a habit where you read daily. The more diverse reading you do, the more familiar you get with different themes that might appear in CAT. Editorials are one of the best sources for reading. It is by far the most important CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professionals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practice Daily for CAT 2025:<\/strong> There are multiple passages available online. Pick any 2 \u2013 3 and try solving them. Do this without a break as it aims to improve efficiency as well as speed over time. You might find some RCs very easy and some very difficult. It is where you bring your judgement and improve accuracy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Improve Vocabulary:<\/strong> Though CAT will not test your vocabulary directly. It is still advised to practice it while you read. Try solving at least 8 \u2013 10 VA questions daily, this will lead to better vocab as well as improved VA.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cat-preparation-strategy-for-working-professionals-dilr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Preparation_Strategy_for_Working_Professionals_%E2%80%93_DILR\"><\/span><strong>CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professionals &#8211; DILR<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Practice different LR sets:<\/strong> First you should focus on covering the most appeared LR sets like venn diagrams, seating arrangements, etc., to name a few. Then try to build a good compendium of LR sets such that you have more familiarity with them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Try to do more mental calculations:<\/strong> Even though CAT has allowed on-screen calculator, you should majorly rely on your mental math. It saves time immensely. Furthermore, you are not required to make tedious calculations always as sometimes basic approximations help easily to answer a question.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Analyse your mistakes:<\/strong> In LR and DI sets we tend to make a few guesses here and there. Do not make such guesses. Try to find where you went wrong by solving the set again yourself after a topic test or a mock exam. Do not overfocus on the given solution first.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cat-preparation-strategy-2025-for-working-professionals-qa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Preparation_Strategy_2025_For_Working_Professionals_QA\"><\/span><strong>CAT Preparation Strategy 2025 For Working Professionals: QA<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Complete your syllabus:<\/strong> QA is the only section to have a proper well-defined syllabus in the entire CAT exam. Utilise that in your favour and try to cover all the topics in them. Understand your strengths and weaknesses and give proper attention to topics accordingly. Maintain a proper formula sheet as you move ahead in your preparation journey so that as and when you required you can always relook at them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do not try to attempt all questions:<\/strong> We always tend to attempt all questions in the QA section. Instead, focus on speed and accuracy. Build these habits during the mocks you undertake so that you do the same on the D-day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Take many topic tests:<\/strong> Since QA has a lot of variety, try to give as many topic tests as possible. The more type of questions you solve, the better you will get at it. Do not restrict yourself only to books.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Preparation_Strategy_for_Working_Professionals_%E2%80%93_Time_Table_on_Weekdays_for_iQuanta_Students\"><\/span><strong>CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professionals &#8211; Time Table on Weekdays for iQuanta Students<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Time<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Task<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8 am to 6 pm<\/td><td>Office time (Read articles\/editorials in between and do practice 2-3 RCs in between office time)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7:00 PM to 9:00 PM<\/td><td>Live Conceptual class<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9:00 PM to 10:00 PM<\/td><td>Break<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10:00 PM to 12:00 AM<\/td><td>iQuanta Classes: Weekly 2 days, either of QA\/LRDI\/VARC<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12:30 AM to 1:30 AM<\/td><td>LRDI or VARC (if you can)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Preparation_Strategy_for_Working_Professionals_%E2%80%93_Week_Day_Schedule\"><\/span><strong>CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professionals &#8211; Week Day Schedule<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Time<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Task<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8:00 AM &#8211; 8:30 AM<\/td><td>Breakfast &amp; Quick Morning Routine<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8:30 AM &#8211; 9:30 AM<\/td><td>Read editorials or newspapers for RC practice (do not solve them, just go through them)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9:30 AM &#8211; 11:00 AM<\/td><td>Household Chores<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>11:00 AM &#8211; 1:00 PM<\/td><td>Quants Revision \/ Backlog<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1:00 PM &#8211; 2:00 PM<\/td><td>Lunch Break<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2:00 PM &#8211; 3:00 PM<\/td><td>Entertainment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3:00 PM &#8211; 5:00 PM<\/td><td>LRDI Practice<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5:00 PM &#8211; 5:30 PM<\/td><td>Tea and Snacks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5:30 PM &#8211; 7:30 PM<\/td><td>VARC Practice<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7:30 PM &#8211; 10:00 PM<\/td><td>Family time &amp; Dinner<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10:00 PM &#8211; 12:00 AM<\/td><td>Quant Practice \/ Weaker Subject<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check out this video on CAT preparation strategy for working professionals.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"youtube-embed\" data-video_id=\"OK2wtYC77w4\"><iframe title=\"CAT 2025 Master plan : CAT Preparation Strategy for Working Professionals\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OK2wtYC77w4?start=1520&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you are targeting a 99+%ile in CAT 2025, iQuanta has got you covered. 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