CAT 2025: Key Dates at a Glance
Registration Starts: August 1, 2025 (10:00 AM)
Registration Ends: September 13, 2025 (5:00 PM)
CAT Exam Date: November 30, 2025, across 170+ cities in three shifts
Admit Card Release: From November 5, 2025
Result Declaration: Expected in the first week of January 2026
Step-by-Step Registration Process
1. Register as a New User
Visit iimcat.ac.in, click New Candidate Registration, and enter basic info.
Verify via OTP to receive login credentials.
2. Fill Out the Application Form
Log in and provide personal, academic, and work-experience details (if applicable).
Choose up to five preferred test cities from the available 170+ options.
3. Upload Required Documents
Be ready with:
Recent passport-size photo (within 6 months)
Scanned signature
Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
Graduation or provisional certificate
Category certificate (if applicable)
PwD or scribe affidavit if applicable
Work experience proof (if applicable)
4. Pay the Application Fee
₹2,600 for General/EWS/NC-OBC
₹1,300 for SC/ST/PwD candidates
Payment is non-refundable.
5. Submit and Save Acknowledgment
After successful payment, save the confirmation page—this can be vital for future reference.
⏳ Act Fast — Deadlines Looming
With the cutoff just 3 days away, it’s vital to avoid delays that may affect:
Test Centre Allocation: Applying early improves chances of getting your preferred city.
Form Correction Window: Limited to a few days and only for specific fields like photo, signature, and test city updates.
What You Must Know Before Applying
Eligibility: No upper age limit. A bachelor’s degree (or in final year) is required. General category needs at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/PwD).
Exam Format:
Three sections: VARC, DILR, and QA, each with 40 minutes (total 120 minutes).
Held online across three shifts
Future Access: CAT scores are accepted by IIMs and 1,000+ top B-schools. Make every second of the registration process count.
Final Checklist
Register by September 13 (5:00 PM)—no exceptions.
Ensure you have all documents scanned and ready.
Select five preferred test cities wisely.
Review fee payment and save confirmation.
Monitor your email and login for the admit card from November 5.
Summary Tabular Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration Window | August 1 – September 13, 2025 |
| Exam Date | November 30, 2025 |
| Application Fees | ₹2,600 (Gen/EWS/OBC), ₹1,300 (SC/ST/PwD) |
| Mandatory Documents | ID, photo, signature, educ. certificates, etc. |
| Slots Changed? | Limited correction window for test city/photo only |
Final Thoughts
If you haven’t registered yet, consider this the final red alert: only 3 days remain to register for CAT 2025. Complete your profile, upload documents, pay the fee, and breathe easy—you’re on your way to a premier MBA journey. Good luck!
