CAT 2025 Registration: To begin with, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode has formally released the notice for CAT 2025, one of the most competitive MBA entrance exams in India. The authorities will start the registration process at 10 AM on August 1, 2025, and continue it until September 13, 2025, through the official website iimcat.ac.in. With over 3 lakh applicants expected this year, CAT opens the gateway to both the IIMs and other prestigious B-schools across the country.

Moreover, the exam authorities will conduct the CAT 2025 exam on November 30, 2025. Before applying, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria, gather the required documents, and follow the detailed online submission guidelines. This guide gives you all the essential information about the application process, key deadlines, fees, and preparation steps you need to take before registering.

❄ Important Dates of CAT 2025:

Candidates preparing for the upcoming CAT exam should check the important dates for this session.

⦿ Registration Starts: August 1, 2025 (10.00 AM)
⦿ Registration Ends: September 13, 2025 (5.00 PM)
⦿ Admit Card Release: November 5, 2025
⦿ CAT 2025 Exam Date: November 30, 2025
⦿ Result Announcement: Early January 2026

❄ Must-Have Documents for CAT 2025 Registration:
⦿ Class 10 and 12 Marksheets
⦿ Graduation Certificate or marksheet
⦿ Final-year Certification
⦿ Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD)
⦿ Passport-size Photo (Digital)
⦿ Scanned Signature
⦿ Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar or Passport any other government IDs are also fine)
⦿ Work Experience Certificates (If claiming Experience)

Also Read: UIDAI Recruitment 2025: 203 Jobs for Inter Pass Candidates

❄ How to apply for CAT 2025?
Interested candidates can start applying for the exam online from August 1, 2025. Here’s how the application process works:

⦿ Go visit iimcat.ac.in
⦿ Enter your name, email ID, and other required details to register as a new user.

⦿ Verify these details with OTP, and the login credentials will be received.
⦿ Fill the application form: Personal, education, and other required details in the form.
⦿ Following this, you need to select the IIM programs and 6 preferred test cities
⦿ Upload all the documents and pay the application fees.
⦿ Submit the application form and then download it for your reference or safety.

❄ What happens after applying for CAT 2025?

After completing registration, candidates can start downloading their admission cards from November 5, 2025. Meanwhile, the exam will take place at three locations in different cities. Once registration ends, authorities are expected to provide a brief window to make minor corrections. Therefore, candidates should complete their forms well in advance of the deadline and securely save their login details.

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