CAT Application Form Correction 2025: Editable Details & Step-by-Step Guide

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Sanhita Kundu

Update on 4 Oct, 2025, 08:52 PM IST

CAT application form correction window 2025 is now at iimcat.ac.in. Candidates can make changes to certain details in their CAT Application Form 2025 between October 4 and October 7, 2025. This correction facility is available only for a limited time, so candidates should ensure that all necessary updates are made within the three-day window. Through this article, you will learn what details can be edited in the CAT form, how to make corrections, important guidelines, and key dates for the correction window.

 

Table of Contents
  1. CAT 2025 Application Form Correction Window Dates
  2. Editable & Non-Editable Details in CAT 2025 Form
  3. Why CAT 2025 Forms Get Rejected
  4. CAT 2025 Application Correction Guidelines
  5. How to Correct CAT 2025 Application Form
  6. Important Points to Remember
  7. Conclusion

 

CAT 2025 Application Form Correction Window Dates

IIM Kozhikode is conducting CAT 2025 on Sunday, November 30, 2025. The CAT exam is accepted by IIMs and over 1,000 B-schools in India for MBA/PGDM admissions.

Event

Date

CAT 2025 Registration Start

August 1, 2025

CAT Registration Last Date

September 20, 2025

CAT Form Correction Window

October 4–7, 2025

CAT Exam Date

November 30, 2025

CAT Admit Card Download

November 5–30, 2025

Note: Email, mobile number, and date of birth cannot be changed. Make sure these details are accurate during registration.

 

Editable & Non-Editable Details in CAT 2025 Form

You can edit the following details in the correction window:

  • Candidate’s photograph
  • Candidate’s signature
  • Test city preferences

You cannot edit:

  • Name
  • Date of birth
  • Mobile number
  • Email ID
  • State

 

Why CAT 2025 Forms Get Rejected

Incorrect or inconsistent information in the CAT application can lead to rejection. Common reasons include:

  • Wrong credentials or a mismatch in personal details
  • Incorrect document uploads
  • Payment errors
  • Mistakes in key personal information

IIMs verify all application details before issuing admit cards, so accuracy is crucial.

 

CAT 2025 Application Correction Guidelines

Candidates must follow these guidelines while making edits:

  • Keep all required documents handy
  • Double-check all details before saving
  • Use the official CAT 2025 website (iimcat.ac.in) to make corrections
  • Only registered candidates who have paid the fee can use the correction window
  • Photograph and signature must be in JPG/JPEG format

 

Image Upload Specifications

Document

File Format

Size

Dimensions

Resolution

Photograph

JPG/JPEG

≤80 KB

30 mm x 45 mm

150 px/inch

Signature

JPG/JPEG

≤80 KB

80 mm x 35 mm

150 px/inch

 

How to Correct CAT 2025 Application Form

Follow these simple steps:

  1. Visit the official CAT website: iimcat.ac.in
  2. Click on the “Existing User” tab
  3. Enter your User ID and Password, then click Login
  4. Make the required changes to the photograph, signature, or test city
  5. Click Save after making all edits
  6. Download and print the updated application form for future reference

Tip: If you face any issues, candidates can generate a query through the candidate query form or contact the CAT helpdesk at cathelpdesk@iimcat.ac.in.

 

Important Points to Remember

  • After the registration window closes, only the photograph, signature, and test city preferences can be edited.
  • Ensure all information, including caste, address, and Aadhaar details, is accurate.
  • There is no option to cancel CAT registration or get a refund once submitted.

 

Conclusion

The CAT 2025 application form correction window is an important opportunity to fix errors in your registration. Candidates must act promptly, verify all editable fields, and ensure that uploaded documents meet the official specifications. Accuracy during this phase can prevent rejection and ensure a smooth exam process.

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