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Top YouTube Channels For Free CAT Preparation

Is it possible to prepare for the CAT without coaching? Yes, absolutely! It’s 2025, and we’re surrounded by a plethora of free resources that make self-preparation completely doable. Many IIM alumni have openly shared that they relied entirely on self-study during their CAT journey. Among all these free resources, YouTube channels stand out as the most valuable resource for building a strong foundation. Here’s a list of Top YouTube channels for CAT 2025 I found incredibly useful during my preparation:

Rishav Seth03 May 2025

How I Made It To IIM-K With A Journalism Degree| 97.96 %ile CAT 2024

Like most working professionals who pursue an MBA, my aspirations were clear—switch my career and aim for a leadership role. However, the CAT exam stood as a major barrier. It’s an exam where engineers solve questions for fun, and for someone from journalism with almost no relevant syllabus, I wasn’t sure if I could pull it off. I was hesitant, doubting whether I stood a real chance. But after some thought, and a strong urge to redeem myself after my failed JEE attempt, I decided to go for it. I wanted a second shot, and this time, I was determined to make it count by getting into a top B-school. Hi, I am Pritam Priyadarshi, a journalist with 30 months of work experience in a Sports Media company. My profile: 8/6/6, UG from St. Xavier's, Ranchi, CAT 97.96 NC-OBC Category, and here is my CAT Journey:

Pritam Priyedarshi03 May 2025

Acing The DILR Section: Strategies That Work

“You’ve got 40 minutes. 4 or 5 sets. Pick the right ones, crack the logic and don't mess up.” That explains the DILR section of CAT in a nutshell. Pretty simple, right? But in reality, it’s a minefield- one where even the most well prepared aspirants stumble. I should know. In CAT 2023, the DILR section humbled me with a score of -1.26 marks. Yes, negative. I walked out of that exam hall frustrated, disappointed and convinced that DILR just wasn't my cup of tea. But one year later, in CAT 2024, I walked back in with a completely different mindset and walked out with 35.47 marks and a 98.58 percentile in DILR. The same section that once broke me, had now become my strongest. So what changed? DILR Strategies.

Akshat Dobriyal03 May 2025

Struggling With LRDI? Here’s What Helped Me Improve

LRDI is one of those sections in CAT that can mess with your head. Some days, the sets just click. Other days, even the first question feels like a dead end. I’ve had my fair share of both, and over time, I realized something important—LRDI isn’t about remembering formulas. It’s about how you approach each problem. Here’s how I slowly got better at it with these LRDI Preparation tips:

KHUSHAHAL MALAKAR14 Apr 2025

The Soundtrack Of My MBA Journey

Imagine walking into a concert where the music is silent, yet the world expects you to dance- that was my reality. Born with hearing loss, but because of my parent’s efforts and technology, I adapted with a cochlear implant, piecing together fragments of sound in a world that thrives on noise.

Nexus - Media & PR Club, IIM Nagpur03 Apr 2025

Time Management Strategies During The Exam: When To Skip And When To Attempt

The CAT, XAT, NMAT, and SNAP exams are not just about knowing the concepts—they are about strategic execution under time pressure. Many aspirants go into the exam well-prepared but fail to optimize their time, leading to missed opportunities and poor scores. In this article I have explained time management in MBA exams while you attempt CAT and other MBA exams.

Ayush Gagneja31 Mar 2025

NMIMS Mumbai Vs SIBM Pune - A Comparative Guide

SIBM vs NMIMS College Comparison: SIBM Pune and NMIMS- Mumbai are two of the top Management Institutes of the country. These two colleges are amongst the most desirable B-Schools in India, through OMETs. Here, we have compiled some information about their full-time two-year MBA programmes to help you compare these two fine institutes and make a better choice between the two. (We are not giving you any conclusion but stating facts and figures to help you make a decision)

Team InsideIIM30 Mar 2025

Free Resources to Prepare for CAT 2025 Without Coaching

This is the most asked question from our community: How should we prepare for CAT without coaching? What are some of the best free resources to prepare for the top management exams? Answering these questions, we have compiled a list of free preparation resources for your CAT 2025 Preparation:

Kirtika Singh Tanwar26 Mar 2025