New Delhi, 25th August 2025: Career Launcher, a leading platform shaping competitive exam success for over three decades, has launched an industry-first initiative: nationwide mock CAT exams that mirror the actual test-day environment in every possible detail.
‘CAT Before CAT’: A Large-Scale Simulation
Branded by students as “CAT before CAT”, the simulation was conducted in the third week of August across 44 cities. From biometric check-ins to uniform nationwide start times, every element replicated the official CAT exam, giving aspirants an authentic rehearsal opportunity.
Real Exam-Like Protocols
Participants experienced the same level of discipline and security as the actual CAT exam:
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CAT-style admit cards with mandatory photo requirements
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Strict ID verification at entry
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Biometric attendance
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Security protocols restricting personal belongings
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Nationwide synchronized start and end times
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Exams conducted at neutral third-party venues for fairness
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Official CAT-style scorecards released post-exam
Building Confidence Beyond Knowledge
“In competitive exams, knowledge alone is not enough; mindset, composure, and the ability to handle pressure decide who makes the cut. This simulation gives our students the closest possible experience to the actual CAT, so when they walk into the real exam hall, they walk in with confidence,” said Sujatha Kshirsagar, President, Career Launcher.
Measurable Outcomes from the Simulation
Thousands of aspirants took part in the initiative, experiencing firsthand the pressures of pacing, timing, and discipline. Early feedback highlighted:
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Reduced exam-day anxiety
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Improved time management
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Greater preparedness and confidence
Career Launcher reported that average scores during the simulation fell between 9% and 19% across sections, validating the need for exposure to real exam-like conditions.
Expert Insights
Reflecting on the outcome, Gautam Puri, Founding Member of Career Launcher and renowned aptitude expert, said:
“Our hypothesis stands proven. Students must be exposed to an unfamiliar, real exam environment to achieve their best performance on the actual test day.”
Looking Ahead
Encouraged by the positive response, Career Launcher has announced:
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Two more full-scale simulated mocks before CAT 2025
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Expansion of this model to all test-prep products on an on-demand basis over the next twelve months