IIM CAT 2025 Registration: Last Date September 13, Apply Now at iimcat.ac.in to Avoid Last-Minute Rush

The registration window for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025, conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), is about to close. Candidates aspiring to pursue an MBA from prestigious IIMs or other top business schools must hurry, as the last date to submit the CAT 2025 application form is September 13, 2025.

The CAT exam is one of the most competitive entrance tests in India, and every year lakhs of students apply. This year, IIM Kozhikode is responsible for conducting the exam. Applications are being accepted only through the official website iimcat.ac.in.

Officials have urged candidates not to wait until the last day to apply, as the website may experience heavy traffic, leading to slowdowns or technical issues.

Key Dates for CAT 2025

• Last date for registration: September 13, 2025

• Admit card download window: November 5 to November 30, 2025

• Exam date: November 30, 2025 (in three shifts across the country)

• Result announcement: First week of January 2026

The exam will be held in 170 cities nationwide, and candidates can select up to five preferred cities while filling the application form.

Increased Application Fee for CAT 2025

This year, the application fee has been revised upward.

• General category candidates: ₹3,000 (earlier ₹2,500)

• SC/ST/PwD candidates: ₹1,300 (earlier ₹1,250)

The increase has been introduced to cover rising administrative costs of conducting the exam.

Documents Required for Registration

Applicants must keep the following documents and details ready before starting the registration process:

• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets

• Graduation mark sheet or provisional certificate (if final year)

• Work experience certificates (if applicable)

• Valid photo ID proof

• Passport-size photograph and scanned signature

• Debit/credit card or net banking details for fee payment

• Caste or PwD certificate (if applicable)

• Authorization form (if applicable)

Step-by-Step Process to Apply for CAT 2025

1. Visit the official website iimcat.ac.in.

2. On the homepage, click on the “New Registration” link.

3. Register by entering basic details; candidates will receive a CAT ID on their registered email.

4. Log in using the CAT ID to fill out the application form with personal, academic, and work experience details.

5. Upload scanned copies of passport-size photograph and signature.

6. Select preferred IIM institutes, courses, and exam cities.

7. Pay the application fee through online mode.

8. Review the application form carefully, submit it, and download a copy for future reference.

Why CAT 2025 Matters

The CAT exam is the gateway to India’s top B-schools, including 21 IIMs and several other reputed institutes. With competition intensifying every year, timely registration and thorough preparation are crucial for success.

Final Reminder

With just a couple of days left, aspirants are advised to complete their CAT 2025 registration by September 13 without waiting until the last minute. A delay could mean missing the opportunity to sit for one of the most important management entrance exams in the country.

For updates, candidates should regularly check the official website iimcat.ac.in.