CAT 2025 Exam Date, Eligibility Criteria And Know Many More

One of the most awaited national management entrance exams in India is the CAT 2025 exam.  This test, which is administered by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), is a prerequisite for admission to prestigious postgraduate management programs like the Master of Business Administration.  Exam dates, registration, eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, fees, and preparation advice are all covered in this extensive guide for the CAT 2025 exam.

What is the CAT 2025 Exam Date?

The official date of the CAT 2025 exam is Sunday, November 30, 2025.  On this date, the national-level entrance exam will be held in three sessions, allowing applicants to select the time slot of their choice.  The computer-based test will be administered in over 170 Indian cities.

 The CAT 2025 registration period will open on August 1, 2025, and applications must be submitted by September 20, 2025.  From November 5, 2025, until the day of the test, admit cards will be accessible for download.  The first week of January 2026 is when the results are anticipated to be announced.

How to Register for CAT 2025 Exam?

A number of simple steps must be followed on the official website, iimcat.ac.in, in order to register for the CAT 2025 exam.  The detailed procedure is as follows:

•  Go to the official website:  Go to iimcat.ac.in first.
•  Fresh Enrollment:  Click on ‘New Registration’ and provide your basic details such as name, date of birth, nationality, email, and phone number.
•  Sign in:  To log in and access the application form, use the registered email address and login information.
•  Complete the application:  Enter your parents’ information, academic credentials, personal information, and the management programs and IIMs that you want to attend.
•  Upload Files:  Upload a scanned copy of your signature and a recent passport-sized photo.
•  Choose Your Test Cities:  Choose up to five cities that you would like to use as exam locations.
•  Payment: Use a credit/debit card or net banking to pay the application fee in full online.

What is the CAT 2025 Registration Fee?

The CAT 2025 registration fee is as follows:

• General/EWS/NC-OBC candidates: ₹2600
• SC/ST/PwD candidates: ₹1300

The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online during the registration process through digital payment methods.

Who is Eligible for CAT 2025 Exam?

The CAT 2025 eligibility requirements make sure that only qualified applicants submit their applications.  Important prerequisites consist of:

•  Candidates must have graduated from an accredited university with a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and at least 50% of the possible points.  The minimum aggregate for PwD, SC, and ST categories is 45%.
•  Applications are also accepted from candidates who are awaiting results or who are in the last year of their bachelor’s degree programs.  Until they present their passing certificates, their admission will remain provisional.
•  Candidates who have earned the necessary percentage of professional degrees like CA, CS, ICWA, or FIAI are also eligible to take the test.
•  Candidates can apply at any point in their careers, and there is no upper age limit to take the CAT.

What is the CAT 2025 Exam Pattern?

Strategic preparation requires an understanding of the CAT 2025 exam pattern.  With a few minor adjustments, the exam format is essentially unchanged from the year before.

•  Mode: Test conducted on a computer
•  Three hours (180 minutes), broken up into three parts
•  Sections:

1.  Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC): forty minutes and twenty-four questions
2.  Twenty-two questions in forty minutes on Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)
3.  22 questions in 40 minutes for Quantitative Aptitude (QA)

 There were about 68 questions in all.

•  Marking system: -1 for each incorrect MCQ, +3 for each right response
•  Types of questions include multiple-choice (MCQ) and non-MCQ (TITA, or type-in-the-answer) questions.
•  Negative marking is only applicable for incorrect multiple-choice questions.
•  Each section has a strict time limit of 40 minutes (53 minutes 12 seconds for PwD candidates).

What is the CAT 2025 Syllabus?

CAT 2025 syllabus includes topics across three key sections, testing verbal, reasoning, and quantitative skills:

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)

• Reading Comprehension passages (social, political, scientific, cultural, etc.)
• Para jumbles, para summary, sentence completion
• Grammar and vocabulary usage
• Critical reasoning and verbal logic

Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)

• Tables, graphs, charts (bar, line, pie)
• Caselets and data sets
• Seating arrangements, blood relations, syllogisms
• Logical puzzles and binary logic

Quantitative Aptitude (QA)

• Arithmetic: percentages, ratios, averages, time & work, time & distance
• Algebra: quadratic equations, sequences and series
• Geometry: lines, angles, triangles, circles, mensuration
• Number systems, probability, permutation & combination

The syllabus primarily covers topics taught at higher secondary school levels but requires strong conceptual clarity and speed.

Which Cities Will Host the CAT 2025 Exam?

More than 170 Indian cities will host CAT 2025. When applying, candidates can rank their top five cities. The exam authority makes an effort to assign centers according to availability and preference. Included are well-known metro and tier-2 cities. The admit card will include specific information about the test location.

When Will CAT 2025 Admit Card Be Released?

From November 5, 2025, until the day of the test, November 30, the CAT 2025 admit card will be accessible for download.  Since their admit card includes important details like their exam time, location, and instructions, candidates must download and print it.

What After the CAT 2025 Exam?

• By the middle of December 2025, CAT 2025 answer keys and solutions should be available.
•  Candidates have a certain amount of time to contest the provisional answer keys.
•  The first week of January 2026 will see the announcement of the results.
•  IIMs and other B-schools will shortlist applicants based on their CAT scores for subsequent admissions processes, such as interviews, group discussions, and writing skills evaluations.

How to Prepare for CAT 2025 Exam?

The main goals of CAT 2025 exam preparation should be concept mastery, consistent practice, and mock exams.  Some advice is to concentrate on section-by-section preparation and comprehend the exam format.

•  Develop the fundamentals of logical reasoning and quantitative aptitude.
•  Improve your comprehension and reading speed for the VARC section.
•  Take timed practice exams and review past years’ question papers.
•  Improve your accuracy and time management.
•  Regularly review your weak points and errors.

 All of the important topics candidates need to properly plan and prepare for the CAT 2025 exam are covered in this comprehensive guide.  To stay current and increase your chances of passing the CAT 2025 exam, make use of this information.