CAT 2025 notification Officially Out: A Golden Gateway to India’s Top B-Schools
The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode has officially unleashed the much-anticipated CAT 2025 notification, marking the beginning of the most awaited MBA admission season for India’s premier B-schools.
New Delhi, July 27, 2025 — The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode has officially unleashed the much-anticipated CAT 2025 notification, marking the beginning of the most awaited MBA admission season for India’s premier B-schools. The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 will be conducted on Sunday, November 30, 2025, across hundreds of test centres in India.
The release of the notification brings a wave of excitement and clarity for aspirants aiming to crack into prestigious institutions like IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta, and 18 other IIMs, along with over 1,200 top B-schools across the country.
CAT 2025 Test dates and eligibility criteria
Notification Date: July 27, 2025
Registration Opens: August 1, 2025
Registration Closes: Likely September 13, 2025 (final confirmation awaited)
Admit Card Release: Late October 2025
Exam Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025
Result Declaration: Expected in January 2026
Conducting Body: IIM Kozhikode
This year, IIM Kozhikode takes the responsibility as the conducting institute for CAT 2025. The institute is widely regarded for its academic excellence and robust digital systems, promising a smooth and transparent exam experience.
How to Apply for CAT 2025
Visit iimcat.ac.in
Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
Fill in personal, academic, and professional details
Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
Pay the applicable fee and submit your application
It is advised to register early to avoid last-minute server issues.
Application Fee
The application process is entirely online. Fee structure for CAT 2025 is as follows:
General/EWS/OBC candidates: ₹2,500
SC/ST/PwD candidates: ₹1,250
Fees must be paid via credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI during the registration window.
Exam Pattern & Structure
The CAT 2025 exam will retain its three-section format with sectional time limits. The computer-based test will last 120 minutes (2 hours) in total:
| Section | Duration | Expected No. of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) | 40 minutes | ~24 |
| Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) | 40 minutes | ~20 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (QA) | 40 minutes | ~22 |
Candidates will face both MCQs and TITA (Type in the Answer) questions. There will be a negative marking of -1 for incorrect MCQ answers, while TITA questions carry no negative marking.
Why CAT Matters
CAT is not just a gateway to the 21 IIMs but also to over 1,200 premier MBA institutions in India, including:
Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), Delhi University
SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), Mumbai
Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)
IMT Ghaziabad, TAPMI, and more
A strong performance in CAT Exam can open doors to world-class careers in consulting, finance, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
The admit cards for CAT 2025 will be available for download from November 5 to November 30, 2025, on the official website iimcat.ac.in. The CAT 2025 results are tentatively scheduled to be announced in the first week of January 2026. Candidates will be able to check their result status and download their official scorecards directly from the website.
All aspirants are strongly advised to regularly visit the official CAT portal for timely updates, announcements, and important notifications related to the examination.
Conclusion
The release of the CAT 2025 notification isn’t just another update — it’s a signal to over 2.5 lakh ambitious minds that your time is now. Whether you’re stepping in for the first time or making a stronger comeback, this is your chance to rise and claim your seat at India’s top B-schools.
Stay focused, start strong, and mark August 1 on your calendar — because your journey to a transformative MBA future begins right here.
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