The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 will be conducted on November 30, 2025, by IIM Kozhikode. The registration process begins on August 1, 2025, at the official website iimcat.ac.in. This highly competitive MBA entrance exam opens doors to IIMs and top B-schools across India.
In this complete guide, we cover:
✔ CAT 2025 Important Dates
✔ Eligibility Criteria
✔ Registration Process & Fees
✔ Exam Pattern & Syllabus
✔ Preparation Tips
✔ Admit Card & Results
📅 CAT 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Starts | August 1, 2025 (10:00AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | September 13, 2025 (5:00PM) |
| Admit Card Release | November 5, 2025 to November 30, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Exam Date | November 30, 2025 |
| Result Declaration | First week of January 2026 (Tentative) |
🔹 Exam Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test)
🔹 Exam Duration: 2 hours (3 sections)
✅ CAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria
To apply for CAT 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree (minimum 50% marks for General/OBC, 45% for SC/ST/PwD)
- Final-year students can also apply (must submit proof of graduation later)
- No age limit
📝 How to Apply for CAT 2025? (Step-by-Step Guide)
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
👉 Go to iimcat.ac.in
Step 2: New Registration
- Click “Register for CAT 2025”
- Enter Name, Email, Mobile Number
Step 3: Fill Application Form
- Personal Details
- Academic Qualifications
- Work Experience (if any)
Step 4: Upload Documents
- Photograph (Passport Size)
- Signature
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
Step 5: Pay Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹2,600
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹1,300
- Payment via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI
Step 6: Submit & Download Confirmation
✔ Keep a printout for future reference
📚 CAT 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
CAT 2025 consists of 3 sections:
| Section | Questions | Duration | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| VARC (Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension) | 24 | 40 mins | RC Passages, Para Jumbles, Vocabulary |
| DILR (Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning) | 20 | 40 mins | Charts, Graphs, Puzzles, Seating Arrangement |
| QA (Quantitative Ability) | 22 | 40 mins | Algebra, Geometry, Arithmetic, Number System |
🔹 Total Questions: 66
🔹 Marking Scheme: +3 for correct, -1 for wrong (MCQs)
🎯 CAT 2025 Preparation Tips
1. Master the Basics
- Strengthen Quant & Verbal Fundamentals
- Practice DI & LR Puzzles Daily
2. Take Mock Tests
- Solve CAT Previous Year Papers
- Analyze Weak Areas
3. Time Management
- VARC: 8-10 mins per passage
- DILR: 8 mins per set
- QA: 1.5 mins per question
4. Speed & Accuracy
- Avoid Guesswork (Negative Marking)
- Focus on High-Weightage Topics
📥 CAT 2025 Admit Card & Results
- Admit Card (Nov 5, 2025): Download from iimcat.ac.in
- Results (Jan 2026): Check percentile & scorecard
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can I edit my CAT application after submission?
Only limited corrections are allowed before the last date.
Is work experience mandatory for CAT?
No, but it helps in final IIM selection.
How many times can I take CAT?
No limit, but you must meet eligibility each year.
🚀 Final Tips for CAT 2025 Success
✔ Start Early (August is ideal)
✔ Follow a Study Plan
✔ Revise Weak Areas
✔ Stay Updated with Official Notifications
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