CAT 2025 Registration Latest Dates, Check New Deadline and Details Here

CAT 2025 latest dates are here. Apply for the exam before the new deadline given. IIM Kozhikode will administer the exam on November 30, 2025, in approximately 170 cities across India. The correction window will open soon.

 

The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 registration window, which began on August 1, is now in its final days. The CAT 2025 date has been updated with the deadline extended to September 20, 2025. This extension, announced today, gives aspiring candidates one more week to complete their applications. If you haven't already, you should register on the official CAT website, iimcat.ac.in.

To be eligible for CAT 2025, you need to have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks, or 45% for those in the SC, ST, or PwD categories or be in the final year of your degree program. The registration is an entirely online process that requires you to create an account, fill out the application form and pay the fee. You can select up to five preferred test centers during the application process.

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CAT 2025: Previous vs. New Important Dates

Here is a table comparing the previously announced dates and the newly revised dates for the CAT 2025 registration and other key events. The only date that has been revised is the registration last date, which was extended. Check them:

CAT 2025 Events	Previous Dates	Updated Dates
CAT 2025 registration start date	August 01, 2025 (10:00 AM)	August 01, 2025 (10:00 AM)
Registration last date	September 13, 2025 (Till 05:00 PM)	September 20, 2025 (Till 05:00 PM)
Form correction window	To be announced	To be announced
CAT 2025 admit card download	November 05, 2025	November 05, 2025
CAT exam 2025	November 30, 2025	November 30, 2025

Register Before CAT 2025 Deadline

To register for the CAT 2025 exam, visit iimcat.ac.in. First, create an account with your personal details and an OTP. Next, fill out the online application form with your academic and personal information, including any work experience. You must also upload a passport photo and signature, select five test cities, and choose your preferred IIMs and courses. The final step is to pay the online fee of INR 2600 (or INR 1300 for SC/ST/PwD candidates) to complete the process.

Check complete process of CAT registration 2025.

Read More:

• CAT 2025 Correction Window
• CAT Exam Pattern 2025
• CAT Syllabus 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Which documents are needed during CAT registration in 2025? +

Ans: Applicants must keep these following documents ready during CAT 2025 registration:

• Class 10 marksheet
• Class 12 marksheet
• All graduation mark sheets/degree certificate
• Birth certificate
• Valid address proof (Aadhaar/Passport/Driving License)
• Final year undertaking signed by Principal/HoD
• Category certificate (If applicable)
• PwD certificate (If applicable)
• Scribe approval letter (If applicable)
• Work experience certificate

Is CAT 2025 exam fee refundable? +

Ans: No, CAT 2025 exam fee amount is strictly non-refundable. Once the payment has been made successfully, candidates will not be able to request a refund regardless of errors in the application form or if the form is submitted multiple times.

How many attempts are allowed for the CAT exam? +

Ans: There is no limit on the number of attempts for the CAT exam. If you match the eligibility requirements, you are free to retake the exam as often as you like. Some candidates also take the exam to improve their scores, while others may appear only once.

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