CAT 2025 Notification Out, Online Admission Begins from August 1

CAT 2025 Notification released for admission to 21 IIMs. Apply online from Aug 1 to Sept 13 at iimcat.ac.in. Exam on Nov 30. Fees increased for all categories. Check eligibility and schedule.

The Indian Institutes of Management have released the notification for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025. The exam is conducted for admission to postgraduate management programs offered by 21 IIMs and several top B-schools across India. The CAT 2025 online application process will start from 1st August and remain open till 13th September 2025. MBA aspirants can apply by visiting the official website iimcat.ac.in. Check all important details and updates about the CAT 2025 examination from this article.

CAT 2025 Notification Out

The CAT 2025 Notification has been released on the official website iimcat.ac.in.
The notification includes complete details such as eligibility criteria, fee structure, exam schedule, and registration steps. Aspirants must go through the official notification before applying to ensure they meet all the requirements.

Direct Notification Link

CAT Important Dates 2025

The following table provides the important dates for the CAT 2025 examination process including registration, admit card release, and exam date.

CAT 2025 Exam Date

The CAT 2025 exam will be conducted in three computer-based sessions on 30th November 2025.
Candidates must check their admit card for the shift and timing allocated. The test will be held in approximately 170 cities across India.

CAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for CAT 2025, candidates must ensure they meet the required qualifications.
The eligibility conditions are as follows:

• Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks (or equivalent CGPA).
• SC/ST/PwD candidates require a minimum of 45% marks.
• Final-year undergraduate students can also apply, subject to meeting eligibility at the time of admission.

Also Read: CAT Eligibility Criteria 2025: Age Limit, Qualification & More

CAT 2025 Application Fees

The CAT 2025 application fee has been revised from the previous year. Candidates must pay the following fees while submitting the online form:

How to Apply?

The application process for CAT 2025 is online. Follow the steps below to apply:

Step 1: Visit the official website iimcat.ac.in
Step 2: Register with your email ID and mobile number.
Step 3: Fill in personal, academic, and work experience details.
Step 4: Upload required documents including photo, signature, and caste/PwD certificates (if applicable).
Step 5: Pay the application fee online.
Step 6: Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Also Read: IIM CAT 2025 Registration Begins, Application Link Active @iimcat.ac.in

CAT 2025 Exam Pattern

The CAT 2025 exam will consist of three sections. The details are as follows:

TITA = Type In The Answer questions (non-MCQ)

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CAT 2025 Selection Process

After the written exam, candidates are shortlisted based on CAT scores for the next stages which may include:

• Group Discussion (GD)
• Written Ability Test (WAT)
• Personal Interview (PI)

Each IIM has its own selection criteria and weightage. Candidates must visit individual IIM websites to know the detailed process.

Participating IIMs

CAT 2025 scores will be accepted by the following 21 IIMs for admission to their MBA/PGDM programs:

• IIM Ahmedabad
• IIM Bangalore
• IIM Calcutta
• IIM Lucknow
• IIM Indore
• IIM Kozhikode
• IIM Rohtak
• IIM Ranchi
• IIM Raipur
• IIM Trichy
• IIM Kashipur
• IIM Udaipur
• IIM Amritsar
• IIM Sirmaur
• IIM Bodh Gaya
• IIM Sambalpur
• IIM Nagpur
• IIM Visakhapatnam
• IIM Jammu
• IIM Shillong

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