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Content Curator | Updated On - Nov 30, 2025
IIM Kozhikode has released the official CAT exam date 2025. The CAT 2025 is set to take place on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at around 170 designated centres throughout India. CAT 2025 registration process is open from August 1 to September 20, 2025, on the official website, iimcat.ac.in.
- If you’re appearing on the CAT exam date 2025 for MBA, you can download CAT 2025 admit card from November 5, 2025, on the CAT official website.
- After the exam, the answer key is expected to be released in the first week of December 2025, followed by a short 2–3 day window for raising objections in case of any discrepancies.
- The CAT 2025 result date will be in the first week of January 2026, with scores and scorecards available online through the official portal.
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CAT 2025 Official Notification Date
CAT 2025 notification was issued on July 28, 2025, by IIM Kozhikode, which is overseeing the exam this year. The official CAT 2025 notification has set everything in motion, laying out all the key details, right from the exam schedule and registration dates to eligibility rules, fees, and even the revised test pattern.
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The announcement was shared on iimcat.ac.in and picked up by major education portals, marking the formal start of the CAT 2025 cycle and giving aspirants a clear path for planning their preparation.
Source: iimcat.ac.in
CAT Exam Date 2025
IIM Kozhikode has released the MBA CAT exam date 2025 on the official notification and all major newspapers. The registration is ongoing from August 1 to September 13, 2025. CAT 2025 exam will be held on November 30, 2025 in three shifts. Check the detailed dates here:
| Event | Official Dates |
|---|---|
| CAT Notification Released | 27th July 2025 |
| CAT Registration Begins | 1st August 2025 |
| CAT Registration Ends | 13th September 2025 |
| CAT Admit Card Release Date | 5th November 2025 |
| CAT Exam Date | 30th November 2025 |
| CAT Result Release Date | First week of January, 2025 |
CAT 2025 Exam Dates: Previous Year Trends
Looking at past trends, the CAT exam date for MBA is on the last Sunday of November. The registration is open from August to September, and the admit card is released in November, well before the exam. The CAT result is released towards the end of December or early January.
| Year | Exam Date |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 24 Nov, 2024 |
| 2023 | 26 Nov, 2023 |
| 2022 | 27 Nov, 2022 |
| 2021 | 28 Nov, 2021 |
| 2020 | 29 Nov, 2020 |
CAT 2025 Registration Start Date And Last Date
CAT 2025 registration began on 1 August 2025 at 10:00 AM and will remain open until 13 September 2025 at 5:00 PM. During this time, candidates can visit the official site to fill out the application form, upload necessary documents, and make the fee payment. It’s always smarter to finish the process well in advance to avoid last-minute rush or technical hiccups.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Registration Start Date | August 1, 2025 |
| Start Time | 10:00 AM |
| Registration End Date | September 13, 2025 |
| End Time | 5:00 PM |
| Official Website | iimcat.ac.in |
| Process | Fill application form, upload required documents, and pay the registration fee |
| Important Note | Complete registration early to avoid last-minute rush or technical issues |
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CAT Admit Card Release Date 2025
The CAT 2025 admit card will be released on November 5, 2025, at 8:00 PM on the official website, iimcat.ac.in. Once available, candidates can log in to view, download and print their admit card, which contains all the key details for exam day, like the date, shift timing, reporting time, and test centre address.
On the day of the CAT exam date, a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID will be essential for entry into the exam hall.
| Event | Information |
|---|---|
| Admit Card Release Date | November 5, 2025 |
| Release Time | 8:00 PM |
| Official Website | iimcat.ac.in |
| How to Access | Log in with CAT 2025 credentials to view and download |
| Details on Admit Card | Exam date, shift timing, reporting time, test centre address |
| Required on Exam Day | Printed admit card + valid photo ID |
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CAT 2025 Exam Schedule
The CAT 2025 exam will be held on Sunday, November 30, 2025, in three different slots across the day.
The Morning Slot -
- It will run from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
- Reporting starts around 7:00 AM
- The gates will close by 8:15 AM
The Afternoon Slot-
- It will run from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
- Reporting starts around 11:00 AM
- The gates will close by 12:15 PM
The Evening Slot -
- It will run from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
- Reporting starts around 3:00 PM
- The gates will close by 4:15 PM
| Slot | Report Time | Gate Closing Time | Exam Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 7:00 A.M | 8:15 A.M | 8:30 AM -10:30 AM |
| Afternoon | 11:00 A.M | 12:15 P.M | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Evening | 3:00 P.M | 4:15 P.M | 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
Your admit card will clearly mention your allotted slot and reporting time, so check it carefully and plan your travel and preparation accordingly.
CAT 2025 Answer Key
The CAT 2025 answer key is likely to drop in the first week of December 2025 on iimcat.ac.in. Along with it, candidates will also get their response sheets, so they can cross-check answers and get a fair idea of their expected score well before the results are announced.
The IIMs will open a short objection window, usually for 2-3 days, where candidates get the chance to point out any answers they feel are incorrect in the provisional key. Once this window closes, all the objections are carefully reviewed. After that, a final answer key is released, and this version becomes the basis for calculating the official CAT scores.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Expected Release Date | First week of December 2025 |
| Where to Download | iimcat.ac.in |
| What’s Released | Provisional Answer Key + Candidate Response Sheet |
| Purpose | To check answers, estimate scores, and verify accuracy |
| Objection Window | 2-3 days after release of answer key |
| Final Answer Key Release | After objection review, used for score calculation |
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CAT 2025 Result Date
The CAT 2025 results are expected to be announced in the first week of January 2026, with scorecards available for download on iimcat.ac.in. To access their results, candidates will need to log in using their CAT ID and password, after which they can view and print their scorecards.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Who declares the result | The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) |
| Official website | iimcat.ac.in |
| When to expect it | Most likely in the third week of December 2025; in case of delay, early January 2026 |
| How results are shared | Available online only; no scorecards will be sent by post |
| What is needed to check | Candidates must log in with their CAT 2025 User ID and Password |
| Scorecard access | Can be downloaded directly from the website and saved/printed for future use |
What to Do After the CAT 2025 Exam?
- Make sure the CAT 2025 admit card is stored safely, since it may be needed again during the admission process.
- Watch for the release of the CAT 2025 answer key and your response sheet a few days after the exam to estimate your score.
- Check the expected cutoff trends so you can shortlist B-schools that match your projected percentile.
- Start preparing for WAT, GD, and PI early, since top institutes begin these processes soon after results are declared.
- Stay updated by checking iimcat.ac.in and your email regularly, with CAT 2025 results likely in the second week of January 2026.
The CAT exam date 2025, organized by IIM Kozhikode, is scheduled on Sunday, November 30, 2025. The test will be held across three sessions:
- Morning Session: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Afternoon Session: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
- Evening Session: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Each candidate will be assigned one of these slots, which will be mentioned clearly on the admit card.
CAT 2025 Exam Date FAQs
Ques. When to apply for the CAT Exam 2025?
Ans. CAT 2025 registrations open on August 1, 2025 at 10 AM and close on September 13, 2025 at 5 PM. Make sure to register on iimcat.ac.in well before the deadline—the exam is on November 30, 2025.
Ques. Is CAT conducted twice a year?
Ans. The CAT exam is conducted only once annually, typically in late November. Students who want to apply can visit the official website and register themselves.
Ques. Is 70 a good score in CAT 2025?
Ans. A CAT score of 70 is relatively low and may not be enough for admission to the top IIMs. That said, it can still help you get into several good non-IIM B-schools that accept lower scores.
Ques. Is 99 percentile in CAT Easy?
Ans. Scoring a 99 percentile in CAT is far from easy only a small number of candidates achieve it each year. Reaching that level demands months of focused preparation, strong conceptual clarity, and exceptional time management skills.
Ques. Are six months enough to prepare for the CAT?
Ans. Preparing for CAT in six months is absolutely doable if the time is used wisely. The key lies in staying regular with studies, working steadily on concepts, and not letting the basics slip. Along the way, regular practice helps build stamina, while mock tests give a clear picture of speed, accuracy, and areas that need fine-tuning. With focus and discipline, half a year can be enough to be fully exam-ready.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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