Slot 3 of CAT 2025 is approaching, with the shift timing being 4:30 PM, and many candidates want to understand how to handle the DILR section effectively after seeing the trend in Slot 1 and Slot 2.
Based on the CAT 2025 analysis so far, the DILR section has been a mix of data interpretation sets, chart-based questions and logic puzzles. To help Slot 3 candidates stay confident, here are five simple but effective CAT DILR tips that match the pattern seen earlier today.
1. Start With the Easiest Set First
From the CAT 2025 Slot 1 and Slot 2 DILR analysis, students said that some sets looked complicated but were actually simple once understood. Before starting any calculation, scan all the sets quickly.
Choose the one that has clear data, uses familiar charts, and feels straightforward. This helps you build confidence and saves time.
2. Don’t Force a Set That Isn’t Opening Up
In CAT DILR, one difficult set can take away 10–15 minutes easily. Based on today’s feedback from earlier slots, some sets required multiple steps before even starting the solution.
If a set feels unclear or confusing after one or two reads, move on. Slot management is crucial in CAT 2025.
3. Expect Chart-Based Questions
Both Slot 1 and Slot 2 featured chart-based DILR questions like bar graphs, spider charts, and data tables. These are likely to appear again in CAT 2025 Slot 3. For charts, focus on reading the values correctly, comparing trends and identifying quick calculations.
4. Use Rough Work Smartly
Many CAT 2025 DILR sets required writing down intermediate steps. Keep your rough sheet structured:
- Write headings for each set
- Keep calculations below that set
- Avoid mixing data from different sets
This makes it easier to revisit a set if time remains later.
5. Don’t Aim to Solve Everything
Across all CAT exams, including CAT 2025, DILR is designed so that most students cannot attempt all sets. The goal is not a 100% attempt. The goal is accuracy and smart selection. If you solve even 2–3 correct sets in Slot 3, you can score well.
What Slot 1 and Slot 2 Indicate for Slot 3
Based on earlier CAT 2025 slots today:
- DILR difficulty level has been easy to moderate
- Most sets were solvable with clear logic
- Only a few sets were time-consuming
- The pattern stayed similar to CAT 2024
This suggests that Slot 3 will likely follow the same structure, with a balanced mix of data interpretation and logic-based sets.
Final Advice for CAT 2025 Slot 3
Stay calm, scan the section first, choose the right sets, and avoid wasting time on questions that do not open quickly. DILR rewards clarity and patience, not speed. For more updates, check out CAT 2025 Slot 3 Analysis.
