With just 4 months left for CAT 2025, it’s crunch time! Whether you’re a working professional juggling office deadlines or a full-time aspirant giving it your all, this is your final window of opportunity to push your score into the 99+ percentile range.
At Planet E, our CAT toppers and mentors have helped thousands of students from all backgrounds convert top IIM calls with just 90–120 days of focused effort.
In this blog, we break down a time-tested, result-driven Last 4 Months CAT Strategy, designed separately for:
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🧑💻 Working Professionals (2–3 hours/day)
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🎓 Non-Working Aspirants (6–8 hours/day)
Let’s go!
📅 Month-Wise CAT 2025 Plan – August to November
Here’s what your 4-month timeline should ideally look like:
| Month | Focus Area | Must-Do Tasks |
|---|---|---|
| August | Concept Revision + Sectionals | Revise formulas, solve LOD 1/2 questions |
| September | Strengthen weak areas + Topic Tests | Target weak topics, increase speed |
| October | Full-Length Mocks + Analysis | Alternate day mocks, time management |
| November | Final Strategy + Exam Simulations | Peak accuracy, repeat mocks at slot time |
Planet E Tip: ✅ Stick to a fixed daily schedule, and always revise what you learn!
🧑💼 Strategy for Working Professionals (2–3 Hours/Day)
As a working professional, your biggest constraints are time and energy. Here’s a strategy designed to maximize learning in short durations:
🕒 Weekday Plan (Monday–Friday)
| Time Slot | Task |
|---|---|
| 7–8 AM | Quant practice (1 topic) |
| Break-time | Read 1 editorial or solve 1 RC |
| Evening (1 hr) | DILR Set + VA practice |
📅 Weekend Plan (Saturday–Sunday)
| Task | Duration |
|---|---|
| Full-length mock + analysis | 3 hrs |
| Topic revision / error log review | 2 hrs |
| Doubt-solving or Peer group practice | 1–2 hrs |
💡 Tips from Planet E Experts:
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Use apps like Pocket, Inshorts, and Kindle for RC/Vocab during commute.
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Maintain a mock test diary for mistakes and learnings.
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Practice 1 DILR set/day to stay in rhythm.
🎓 Strategy for Non-Working Aspirants (6–8 Hours/Day)
You have the time – now you need discipline, consistency, and mock analysis. Here’s how:
🕒 Daily Study Time Table
| Time | Activity |
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| 7–9 AM | Quant Topic + Practice |
| 9:30–11 AM | 2 RCs + VA Questions |
| 11:30–1 PM | DILR Set + Revision of previous sets |
| 3–5 PM | Mock / Topic Tests / Previous Papers |
| 6–7 PM | Mock Analysis or Concept Revision |
| 8–9 PM | Light Reading or Editorial Solving |
🧠 Planet E Smart Hacks:
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Rotate topics every week to avoid burnout.
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Solve 3 full mocks/week from September onwards.
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Use CAT slot time (8:30 AM / 12:30 PM / 4:30 PM) for mocks to sync with real exam rhythm.
📊 Section-Wise Strategy: Quant, DILR, VARC
🧮 Quantitative Ability (QA)
Focus Areas:
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Arithmetic (Ratio, Averages, Percentages)
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Algebra (Equations, Inequalities)
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Geometry & Mensuration
Must-Do:
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15–20 Questions/day
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Practice from LOD 2/3 sources (like Planet E test series)
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Maintain a formula & concept sheet
📈 DILR (Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning)
Focus Areas:
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Caselets
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Bar Graphs
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Arrangement puzzles
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Games & Tournaments
Must-Do:
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Solve 1 set daily (timed: 30 mins)
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Practice from previous CAT papers
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Join Planet E DILR Workshops
📚 VARC (Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension)
Focus Areas:
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RCs from diverse topics (Philosophy, Economics, Psychology)
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Para Summary, Para Completion, Odd Sentence Out
Must-Do:
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2 RCs daily with analysis
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Read from Aeon, The Economist, Hindu editorials
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Watch Planet E’s RC decoding sessions
🧪 Mock Test Strategy: The Ultimate Gamechanger
| Month | No. of Mocks | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| August | 4–5 | Get used to structure & pressure |
| September | 6–8 | Improve accuracy & time management |
| October | 10–12 | Identify patterns, simulate exam |
| November | 10+ | Retake best mocks, slot-wise prep |
🔍 Analysis Tips:
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Check time spent/question
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Highlight silly mistakes
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Benchmark scores weekly
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Revise only key errors, not everything
🧭 Final Month Strategy – November
This month is all about refinement:
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Take mocks in your real exam slot
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Do not study new topics unless it’s a strong area
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Sleep 7+ hours. Health = Performance
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Prepare an attempt strategy (section order, target attempts)
🏆 Why Planet E is Your CAT Prep Partner
At Planet E, we believe in real results through personal mentorship.
Here’s what you get:
✅ 99+ %ile faculty
✅ Regular mock tests & performance reviews
✅ Offline classroom programs in Dadar & Thane
✅ Online classes across India & Abroad
✅ Peer groups + doubt-solving support
✅ GD-PI-WAT Prep post CAT
🎓 Results speak: 100+ IIM converts from Planet E.
👉 Join Now – CAT 2025 Batch Open!
🙋 Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Is 4 months enough for CAT?
Yes! If your basics are in place, 4 months of focused study + mocks can easily fetch a 98–99%ile.
❓ Should I quit my job to prepare?
Not required. With the Planet E working aspirant plan, you can balance both.
❓ How many mocks should I take in 4 months?
At least 25–30 mocks with proper analysis. Quality > Quantity.
❓ What’s more important – Speed or Accuracy?
Accuracy first, speed will come. Don’t rush at the cost of silly mistakes.
🔚 Final Thoughts – 120 Days to Change Your Life!
This is your final lap. The top 10% of CAT aspirants don’t just work hard – they work strategically. And with the Planet E expert team beside you, this journey becomes smoother and smarter.
So whether you’re reading this from your office cubicle or your study desk at home – your dream IIM seat is just 4 months away.
Let’s get there. Together.