CAT 2025 Notification Out: Exam on November 30, Registration from August 1 at iimcat.ac.in

IIM Kozhikode has officially released the CAT 2025 notification on July 27–28, 2025, announcing that the Common Admission Test (CAT) will be conducted on Sunday, November 30, 2025 The online registration for CAT 2025 will begin on August 1, 2025 (10:00 AM IST) and remain open until September 13, 2025 (5:00 PM IST) via the official website iimcat.ac.in

CAT 2025 Exam Overview

Why This CAT Notification Matters

1. Smooth Timeline: The notification sets a clear workflow—register in August–September, download your hall ticket in November, and sit for CAT at the end of the month.
2. Fee Structure Alert: The application fee has been revised upward—₹2,600 for general/OBC/EWS, ₹1,300 for reserved/PwD categories
3. Wide Accessibility: Tests will be held in ~170 cities. You can choose up to five preferred cities during registration—a huge convenience.

How to Apply: Step‑by‑Step Guide

1. Visit the official portal:
2. Click “New Registration” and enter a valid email & mobile number
3. Complete the application (personal and academic details), choose test city preferences
4. Upload required documents:
5. Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
6. Graduation transcript or provisional certificate
7. Passport-size photo, scanned signature
8. Category certificate if applicable
9. Work‑experience certificate, if any
10. Pay the non‑refundable fee through net‑banking, card, or UPI
11. Submit the form and save the confirmation page & fee receipt

Expect a form correction window in the last week of September in case you need to update any details

CAT Exam Pattern: What to Expect

As per tradition, CAT 2025 will follow a format similar to the previous year’s layout:

1. Duration: 120 minutes (40 minutes per section)
2. Sections:
3. VARC – Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (24 Qs)
4. DILR – Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (22 Qs)
5. QA – Quantitative Ability (22 Qs)
6. Scoring: +3 for correct MCQ, –1 for wrong; no penalty for TITA questions

CAT 2025: Preparation Tips at a Glance

1. Start early: With over 3 lakh expected applicants, clarity and consistency matter.
2. Focus on section-wise divisions and strengths.
3. Regular mock tests and time management practice give you an edge.
4. Keep track of cutoff trends across various IIMs—even tiny percentile shifts can matter.

Final Thoughts

The CAT 2025 notification sets the stage for a structured journey—apply between August 1 and September 13, attend the exam on November 30, and await results in January 2026. With around 3 lakh candidates vying for admission into top B‑schools, early preparation, clarity on procedures, and awareness of timelines are key. Bookmark iimcat.ac.in, prepare your documents in advance, and use the upcoming months wisely to refine your strategy.