CAT 2025 Exam Fees Increased for General and Reserved Categories: Registration to Begins August 1; Check Details

As per the official IIM notification, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree with 50% marks for General/OBC, 45% for SC/ST/PwD from a recognized university to apply for CAT 2025. Check details about the exam fee

 

The Indian Institutes of Management increased CAT 2025 exam fee for General and Reserved category candidates as per the latest notification. This year, candidates from the General category will pay INR 2,600, while SC/ST/PwD applicants will be charged INR 1,300 marking an INR 100 and INR 50 extra from last year's fees. The annual revision continues its upward trend, maintaining the pattern of incremental increases observed in previous years.

 

Direct Link: CAT 2025 Notification (Out)

 

IIM Kozhikode has officially declared November 30, 2025, as the CAT 2025 exam date, maintaining the existing three-slot format across 170+ test cities in India. The registration window will open on August 01, 2025, from 10:00 AM IST and close on September 13, 2025, by 05:00 PM IST.

What is the CAT 2025 Exam Fees Structure?

Candidates must check the following revised CAT 2025 exam fees table and pay according to their category:

CAT 2025 Exam Fees
Category	Fee
General/NC-OBC	INR 2,600
SC/ST/PwD	INR 1,300

What is CAT 2025 Exam Fees Payment Guidelines?

Candidates must check the following list, essential CAT 2025 registration fees payment guidelines are given below:

• Payment Methods: CAT 2025 fees must be paid online via available payment gateways like credit/debit cards or net banking during registration.
• Submission Deadline: Payment of the CAT 2025 exam fees must be submitted prior to September 13, 2025 deadline for successful registration. Partial submissions without payment will be rejected.
• Non-Refundable Policy: Once paid, fees cannot be refunded under any circumstances, including exam cancellation or absence.
• Complete Application: Forms remain incomplete until payment is processed, late submissions are not accepted post-deadline.

What is CAT 2025 Registration Process?

 Follow these steps listed below for CAT 2025 registration:

• Step 1: Visit iimcat.ac.in
• Step 2: Click option titled "New Registration" and enter basic details like name, DOB, mobile, email, etc.
• Step 3: Verify email via OTP to activate your CAT 2025 account.
• Step 4: Provide your credentials to login and submit required details.
• Step 5: Upload scanned documents in specified format.
• Step 6: Select preferred programs.
• Step 7: Choose exam city from the available options and prioritize.
• Step 8: Make payment of CAT 2025 exam fee through available payment gateways.
• Step 9: Download and print confirmation for future reference.

Important Links:

• CAT Exam Pattern 2025
• CAT Exam Syllabus 2025
• CAT 2025 Admit Card
• CAT Result 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important dates of CAT 2025 as per official notice? +

Ans: Check following important dates of CAT 2025 as announced by IIM Kozhikode:

CAT 2025 Important Dates
Event	Date
Notification Release	July 27, 2025
Registration Starts	August 01, 2025 (10:00 AM)
Registration Ends	September 13, 2025 (5:00 PM)
Form Correction Window	To be announced
Admit Card Release	November 05, 2025
Exam Date	November 30, 2025
Answer Key Release	First week of December 2025
Result Declaration	December 2025/January 2026

How many sections need to be filled during CAT 2025 registration process? +

Ans: The CAT 2025 application requires candidates to complete these mandatory sections:

• Personal Information
• Academic Records
• Work Experience
• Program Preferences
• Test City Choice
• Fee Payment

Which documents are needed during CAT 2025 registration procedure? +

Ans: During your CAT 2025 registration, keep these following documents ready:

• Class 10 marksheet
• Class 12 marksheet
• Graduation marksheet (All semesters/years)
• Work experience certificate (If applicable)
• Valid Photo ID with address (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving License)
• Recent passport-size photo
• Scanned signature
• Category certificate (If applicable)
• Final year certificate (If still pursuing graduation)
• Payment details

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