CAT 2025 Notification Released: Know Important Dates & How to Apply
The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM Kozhikode) has officially published the CAT 2025 notification on its website (iimcat.ac.in), confirming the exam will be held on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
CAT Exam Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
| Notification Release | July 27, 2025 |
| Registration Opens | August 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM IST |
| Registration Closes | September 13, 2025, at 5:00 PM IST |
| Admit Card Available | November 5 to November 30, 2025 |
| Exam Date | November 30, 2025 (Sunday) |
| Result Announcement | Expected during the first week of January 2026 (tentative |
Eligibility Criteria
- A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
- Final-year undergraduates awaiting results are eligible to apply.
- No age limit; work experience is not mandatory but may help during selection.
CAT Exam 2025: How to Apply
- Visit the official website: iimcat.ac.in
- Click on “New Registration” and provide your email, mobile number, and basic details
- Log in to complete the application form—enter personal, academic, and work-experience details
- Upload required documents: photo, signature, Class 10 & 12 mark sheets, graduation certificate or provisional, and category/PwD certificate if applicable.
- Pay the application fee online
- Apply and download the confirmation page
Application Fees & Eligibility
- General / NC‑OBC / EWS: ₹ 2,600
- SC / ST / PwD: ₹ 1,300
- The fee must be paid online at the time of application and is non-refundable.
Exam Overview
The CAT 2025 exam will be administered in three sessions (morning, afternoon, evening) across approximately 170 cities in India. Aspirants can select up to five city preferences during registration
CAT Exam Pattern & Structure
- Total duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
- Sections: Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR), Quantitative Ability (QA).
- Expected 66 questions (24 VARC, 20 DILR, 22 QA); mix of MCQs and TITA format.
- Scoring: +3 for correct MCQs, 1 for wrong ones, no negative mark for TITA.
Conclusion
The release of the CAT 2025 notification marks the beginning of the admission journey for thousands of MBA aspirants aiming for India's top management institutes, including the 21 IIMs. With the exam scheduled for November 30, 2025, candidates must begin their preparation early, ensure timely registration, and stay updated with all announcements on the official website, iimcat.ac.in. Success in CAT not only opens the doors to the IIMs but also to over 100 prestigious B-schools across the country. Stay focused, follow the timeline, and approach the exam with a strategic plan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will CAT 2025 registration begin?
Ans: CAT 2025 registration starts on August 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM on the official website, iimcat.ac.in.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for CAT 2025?
Ans: The last date to register and submit the application is September 13, 2025, by 5:00 PM.
Q3. What is the exam date for CAT 2025?
Ans: The CAT 2025 exam will be held on Sunday, November 30, 2025, in three sessions across multiple cities.
Q4. Who is eligible to apply for CAT 2025?
Ans: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD). Final-year students can also apply provisionally.
Q5. What is the application fee for CAT 2025?
Ans: ₹2,600 – General, EWS, NC -OBC
₹1,300 – SC, ST, PwD
Q6. Where can I download the CAT 2025 admit card?
Ans: Admit cards will be available for download on iimcat.ac.in from November 5 to November 30, 2025.
