CAT 2025 registration has officially started on the official website www.iimcat.ac.in and the last date to apply online is 13th September 2025 (5:00 PM IST). Candidates can use the direct link available on the CAT website to fill out their application form and check complete details for the registration process.
The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) will conduct the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 on November 30th, 2025 (Sunday), in three sessions. The CAT 2025 Apply Online process has been activated at the official website www.iimcat.ac.in. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria and have not yet applied can register and submit their forms by the last date, i.e., 13th September 2025 (5:00 PM IST). Detailed information regarding the application process, eligibility, registration fee, and steps to apply is available on the website.
CAT 2025 Registration Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| CAT 2025 Notification | 01st August 2025 |
| Registration Starts | 01st August 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 13th September 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Download | 05th November – 30th November 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Exam Date | 30th November 2025 |
| Result Declaration | First week of January 2026 (Tentative) |
CAT 2025 Application Form
The CAT 2025 Apply Online link has been activated at the official website www.iimcat.ac.in. Eligible candidates can start filling out their registration form at the official website before the deadline.
CAT 2025 Application Form Link – Click to Apply
CAT 2025 Registration Fee
Before submitting the application form, candidates must pay the applicable registration fee. The fee can be paid online via debit card, credit card, UPI, net banking, etc. The fee is non-refundable. The category-wise fee is given below:
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹1300 |
| All Other Categories | ₹2600 |
Steps to Apply for CAT 2025
Candidates can follow the steps given below to apply online for CAT 2025:
- Visit the official website: Go to www.iimcat.ac.in.
- Find the registration link: Click on “New Candidate Registration”.
- Register online: Create a login ID using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form: Log in with your credentials and fill in your personal, academic, and work experience details.
- Choose test cities: Select any five preferred test cities.
- Upload documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature in prescribed format.
- Pay registration fee: Pay the registration fee online as per your category.
- Submit the form: Review all information, make payment, and submit your application before 13th September 2025.
- Download and print: Save a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Documents Required for CAT 2025 Apply Online
Candidates need to upload the following scanned documents at the time of registration:
- Photograph: Recent passport-size colour photo (JPG/JPEG format, 100–200 KB)
- Signature: Signature in black ink on white paper (JPG/JPEG format, 80–150 KB)
- Category Certificate (if applicable): Valid SC/ST/NC-OBC/EWS/PwD certificate
- Final Year Certificate (if applicable): For candidates appearing in the final year of graduation
- Professional Degree Certificate (if applicable): CA/CS/ICWA/FIAI certificate
Eligibility for CAT 2025
- Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD).
- Candidates in the final year of their Bachelor’s degree or awaiting results can also apply.
- Candidates with a professional degree (CA/CS/ICWA/FIAI) are also eligible.
- Candidates must maintain a valid and unique email ID and mobile number throughout the selection process.
Reservation Policy
- SC: 15%, ST: 7.5%, NC-OBC: 27%, EWS: up to 10%, PwD: 5%
- Valid and latest certificates are mandatory.
- No category change will be allowed post registration.