CAT 2025 Notification is expected to be released this week, with the registration likely to start on August 2, 2025. The official dates for the registration process will be detailed in the notification once it is published. Aspirants preparing for the exam should ensure they complete their CAT 2025 registration before the deadline to be eligible for both the examination and admission to IIMs. CAT 2025 exam is scheduled to take place on November 30, 2025, and will be conducted in three sessions: morning, afternoon, and evening. The exam will be held across more than 150 cities in India, allowing candidates to select their preferred test city during the application process.
CAT Registration 2025 Important Dates
Interested candidates can refer to the dates below for important information related to CAT Registration 2025.
- CAT 2025 registration start date: August 2, 2025
- Registration end date: September 21, 2025
- CAT form correction date: September 22, 2025
CAT Exam Fees 2025
Candidates must pay the exam fees when submitting the CAT Application Form 2025. The category-wise exam fees are updated in the table below.
Documents Required for CAT Registrations
Candidates must keep ready the documents below while applying for the exam.
- Class 10 marksheet
- Class 12 marksheet
- Graduation marksheet
- Work experience document
- Photo ID with address
- Debit/credit/net banking details
They will need to upload the following document with the CAT 2025 application form:
- Recent passport-size photo
- Scanned signature
- SC/ST/PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Final year certificate (if applicable)
- Authorisation form (if applicable)
Steps to Fill CAT Application Form
To fill out the application form for CAT exam, candidates can follow the steps below.
Registration: Candidates must visit the official CAT website (iimcat.ac.in) and register as a new user by entering their name, date of birth, email ID, mobile number, and nationality. An OTP will be sent to verify their mobile or email. Upon successful verification, candidates will receive a User ID and Password.
Login and Form Filling: Using the credentials received, candidates log in to access the CAT application form. They need to fill in personal details, academic records (Class 10, 12, graduation), category, and work experience if applicable.
Select Preferences: Candidates select the IIMs and programs they wish to apply for. They can choose up to six test cities in order of preference.
Upload Documents: Candidates upload scanned copies of their passport-size photograph, signature, and category or PwD certificates if applicable. The images should meet specified size and format requirements.
Pay Application Fee: Candidates pay the registration fee online through available options such as credit/debit cards, net banking, or mobile wallets.
Submit and Download Confirmation: After verifying all details, candidates submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
