Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 1 August 2025
- Application Deadline: 13 September 2025
- Exam Date: 30 November 2025
- Expected Result Date: First week of January 2026
Exam Centres and Options
The CAT 2025 exam will be conducted in approximately 170 cities across the country. During the application process, candidates will have the option to choose five exam cities according to their preference.
Increase in Registration Fee
The application fee has been increased this year. For General, EWS, and OBC category candidates, the fee is ₹3000 (previously ₹2500). For SC, ST, and PwD category candidates, the fee is ₹1300 (previously ₹1250).
Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process
Candidates who have obtained a graduation degree with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognised university are eligible for this exam. Candidates from SC, ST, and PwD categories need a minimum of 45% marks. After the written exam, candidates may have to undergo a Group Discussion (GD), Personal Interview (PI), and sometimes a Writing Ability Test (WAT). However, the selection process may vary for each IIM, so detailed information can be obtained from the respective institute’s website.