CAT Exam 2025 – Dates, Registration, Eligibility, Pattern & Syllabus
The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 will be conducted by IIM Kozhikode on November 30, 2025. The official CAT notification was released on July 27, 2025, at iimcat.ac.in, announcing all key details related to the exam schedule, registration process, exam fees, eligibility, and more. CAT is the most prestigious national-level entrance exam for admission to MBA/PGDM programs at IIMs and other top B-Schools in India.
This article by The Prayas India will guide you through everything you need to know about CAT 2025—from dates and eligibility to the syllabus and exam pattern.
CAT Registration in the Last 10 Years
CAT 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAT 2025 Notification Release | July 27, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Registration Start Date | August 1, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Registration Last Date | September 13, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Admit Card Release | November 5, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Exam Date | November 30, 2025 |
CAT 2025 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Common Admission Test (CAT) |
| Conducting IIM | IIM Kozhikode |
| Exam Level | National |
| Frequency | Once a year |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours (for each of 3 sessions) |
| Sessions | Morning, Afternoon, Evening |
| Exam Cities | 170+ |
| Application Fee | ₹2,600 (General), ₹1,300 (SC/ST/PwD) |
| Official Website | iimcat.ac.in |
| Helpdesk | 1800-210-1088 (Toll-Free) |
CAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria
To apply for CAT 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in any stream with at least 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwD).
- Final Year Students: Those in the final year of graduation can also apply, provided they meet the percentage criteria in their first two years.
- Professional Degrees: Candidates holding degrees like CA/CS/ICWA are also eligible.
- No Age Limit: There is no upper age limit to appear for CAT.
- Distance/Correspondence Degree Holders: Allowed, if the degree is UGC recognized and at least 3 years in duration.
CAT 2025 Exam Pattern
The CAT exam is conducted in a computer-based format and is divided into three sections:
| Section | MCQs | Non-MCQs | Total No. of Questions | CAT Exam Duration |
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) | 22 | 2 | 24 | 40 min |
| Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DI & LR) | 12 | 10 | 22 | 40 min |
| Quantitative Ability (QA) | 14 | 8 | 22 | 40 min |
| Total | 48 | 20 | 68 | 120 (2 hours) |
Note: The number of questions may vary slightly. The exam includes MCQs and non-MCQs (TITA – Type in the Answer) with negative marking (-1 mark for incorrect MCQ).
CAT 2025 Syllabus (Section-wise)
Although the IIMs do not prescribe an official syllabus, CAT 2025 follows a predictable structure:
1. Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)
- Reading Comprehension (RC Passages)
- Para Jumbles
- Sentence Correction
- Paragraph Summary
- Odd Sentence Out
2. Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)
- Bar Graphs & Pie Charts
- Line Graphs & Tables
- Caselets
- Puzzles
- Seating Arrangement
- Blood Relations
- Logical Deductions
3. Quantitative Ability (QA)
- Arithmetic (Time-Speed-Distance, Percentages, Profit-Loss)
- Algebra (Equations, Functions)
- Geometry & Mensuration
- Number System
- Modern Math (Permutation, Probability, Set Theory)
Why Appear for CAT 2025?
- Gateway to IIMs: CAT is mandatory for admission into 21 IIMs and 1000+ top MBA colleges like FMS Delhi, SPJIMR, MDI Gurgaon, and IMT Ghaziabad.
- Wider Scope: Accepted by private and government institutes alike, including new-age B-Schools.
- Career Growth: A CAT score opens doors to high-paying corporate careers in Consulting, Finance, Marketing, Product Management, and more.
Prepare with The Prayas India
At The Prayas India, our CAT 2025 coaching ensures that aspirants are equipped with:
- Comprehensive study materials
- Personalized mentorship
- Topic-wise mock tests
- Performance analytics
- Interview & GD-PI prep
With our structured approach and experienced mentors, we help aspirants not just crack CAT but excel at it.
Useful Links
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Official CAT Website: https://iimcat.ac.in
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CAT Helpdesk: 1800-210-1088
With just a few months left for the CAT 2025 exam, this is the ideal time to start focused preparation. Stay updated with official announcements and follow a strategic preparation plan. Join The Prayas India—your trusted partner for MBA entrance success.
