The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) will release the CAT 2025 Admit Card on November 12, 2025, on its official website — iimcat.ac.in. Candidates who have successfully registered for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 can download their admit cards using their User ID and Password. The admit card is a mandatory document for appearing in the exam, containing essential details such as the exam center, timing, and candidate information.
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CAT 2025 Exam Overview
The Common Admission Test (CAT) is India’s most competitive management entrance exam, conducted annually for admission into the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and several top B-schools. CAT 2025 will be conducted in three slots across various test centers nationwide.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Indian Institute of Management (IIM) |
| Admit Card Release Date | November 12, 2025 |
| Exam Date | November 30, 2025 (Tentative) |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Official Website | iimcat.ac.in |
Steps to Download CAT 2025 Admit Card
Visit the official website — iimcat.ac.in.
Click on the “Login” tab under the Registered Candidate section.
Enter your User ID and Password created during registration.
Click on ‘Download Admit Card’.
Save the file and take multiple printouts for future use.
Note: Candidates must verify all details printed on the admit card, including their name, photograph, signature, exam center, date, and timing. In case of any discrepancy, contact the CAT helpdesk immediately.
Details Mentioned on the CAT 2025 Admit Card
Candidate’s Name
Registration Number & Roll Number
Exam Date and Slot Timing
Test Center Name and Address
Reporting Time
Candidate Photograph and Signature
Exam Day Instructions
CAT 2025 Exam Day Guidelines
Carry a printed copy of the CAT Admit Card 2025 along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License).
The admit card must be presented at the exam center for verification.
Reach the exam venue at least 90 minutes before the reporting time.
Electronic gadgets, calculators, watches, or study materials are strictly prohibited.
Follow all instructions mentioned on the admit card carefully to avoid disqualification.
CAT 2025 Exam Pattern Overview
| Section | Duration | No. of Questions (Expected) |
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) | 40 min | 24 |
| Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) | 40 min | 20 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (QA) | 40 min | 22 |
| Total | 120 min | 66 |
Each question carries 3 marks, and 1 mark is deducted for every wrong answer (MCQs).
Non-MCQ questions do not carry negative marking.
Important Dates – CAT 2025 Schedule
| Event | Date |
| CAT Notification Release | July 2025 |
| Registration Period | August – September 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | November 12, 2025 |
| CAT Exam Date | November 30, 2025 (Tentative) |
| Result Declaration | January 2026 |
FAQs on CAT 2025 Admit Card
Q1. When will CAT 2025 Admit Card be released?
The CAT 2025 admit card will be released on November 12, 2025.
Q2. How can I download my CAT Admit Card 2025?
You can download it from the official website iimcat.ac.in using your registered User ID and Password.
Q3. What documents should I carry to the exam center?
You must carry your CAT Admit Card and a valid photo ID proof.
Q4. Will I get a hard copy of the admit card by post?
No, the admit card will be available only online. Candidates must download and print it themselves.
Q5. What if there is an error on my admit card?
Immediately contact the CAT Helpdesk for correction before the exam date.
Conclusion:
The CAT 2025 Admit Card will be a crucial document for all registered candidates. Download it promptly from November 12, 2025, verify all details, and prepare for the exam day according to the allotted slot. Stay tuned to iimcat.ac.in for all official updates regarding the CAT 2025 examination and admission process.
