CAT 2025 Registration Begins August 1: IIM Kozhikode to Conduct Exam on November 30

Introduction

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode is set to conduct the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025, one of the most competitive management entrance exams in India. As per the official announcement, registrations for CAT 2025 will begin on August 1, 2025, and the exam is scheduled to be held on Sunday, November 30, 2025.

The registration link will be available soon on the official website — iimcat.ac.in — the same portal used for the previous year’s exam.

🗓️ CAT 2025: Important Dates

💵 CAT 2025: Application Fees

• General / NC-OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹2,600
• SC / ST / PwD Candidates: ₹1,300

Application fees must be paid online during the registration process.

📝 CAT 2025: Exam Format

The CAT 2025 exam will be conducted in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across three sessions on the same day. The exam will be held in approximately 170 cities, and applicants can select up to five preferred test cities during registration.

📁 Documents Required for CAT 2025 Application

While filling the application form, candidates must upload the following scanned documents:

1. Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
2. Graduation degree or latest semester results (for final-year students)
3. Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.)
4. Category certificate (for SC, ST, PwD applicants)
5. Work experience certificate (if applicable)
6. Passport-size photograph and signature
7. Final-year students must upload a bonafide certificate issued by their institution.

🎓 About CAT Exam

The Common Admission Test (CAT) is the gateway for admissions to MBA/PGDM, doctoral, and fellow programs at various IIMs and several top B-schools across India. It evaluates candidates on their quantitative ability, verbal ability, data interpretation, and logical reasoning skills.

However, CAT scores are not the sole criterion for admission. Candidates must also clear institute-specific selection rounds, including Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI).

📊 CAT 2024: Previous Year Insights

In CAT 2024:

• 14 candidates scored a perfect 100 percentile
• Only 1 female candidate secured 100 percentile
• 13 candidates were from engineering backgrounds; only 1 was a non-engineer
• Out of 2.93 lakh applicants,
  • 1.86 lakh were male
  • 1.07 lakh were female
  • 5 candidates identified as transgender

🔗 Official Website

For updates and to register for CAT 2025, visit:
👉 https://iimcat.ac.in

📌 Final Thoughts

With IIM Kozhikode at the helm, CAT 2025 promises to be a well-structured and transparent admission process. Aspiring candidates are advised to gather their documents early, stay updated via the official website, and begin their preparation well in advance for a shot at India’s top management institutions.

Also Read: IIM CAT Result 2024 | 14 Candidates Score Perfect 100 Percentile

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