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28 Jul, 2025 CAT 2025 Notification Released, Registration to begin from August 1, 2025- Read Details
CAT Registration has started on the official website on 1 August 2025, and the CAT registration last date is 13 September 2025. Aspirants can log on to the official website of CAT 2025 at iimcat.ac.in to register for CAT 2025. This year, IIM Kozhikode will conduct the CAT 2025 examination on 30 November 2025.
- Last date to apply for CAT 2025 is 13 September 2025.
- CAT form correction window is expected to be live in the 3rd week of September 2025.
- The admit card for CAT 2025 will be available on 5 November 2025.
- The examination will be conducted for 21 IIMs and other B-Schools across the country.
- CAT exam fee has been revised in 2025, and for General/OBC is INR 2,600, and for SC/ST/PWD CAT registration fee 2025 is INR 1,300.
Last year, a total of 3,29,000 candidates registered for CAT, and out of these, 2,93,000 appeared for the examination. In 2023, around 3,25,000 registered for the examination, and in 2022, 2,55,501 candidates registered for CAT. This year, the number of CAT registrations is expected to rise by around 5,000, as it did last year.
Key Summary
- CAT 2025 registration date is 1 August 2025.
- Students must have completed graduation with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved candidates) before applying for CAT 2025
- The CAT 2025 registration last date is 13 September 2025.
- CAT 2025 exam date is 30 November 2025.
- Application fee for CAT 2025 is INR 2,500 for general and INR 1250 for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
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CAT Registration 2025- Important Dates
| Events | CAT Important Dates 2025 |
|---|---|
| CAT 2025 Notification Date | 1 August 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Registration Date | 1 August 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Registration Last Date | 13 September 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Form Correction | 3rd week of September 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Admit Card Release Date | 5 November 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Exam Date | 30 November 2025 |
Source CAT official Website @iimcat.ac.in
CAT Registration 2025- Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to appear for CAT 2025, candidates must fulfil the following CAT eligibility criteria.
- Minimum 50% or equivalent CGPA in a bachelor's degree.
- 5% relaxation in qualifying marks is offered to candidates belonging to the SC/ST/PWD category.
- There is no age limit to apply for CAT 2025.
| Category | Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| General | 50% |
| SC/ST/PWD | 45% |
CAT Registration 2025- How to Apply
Once the CAT application form is released, students must follow the steps listed below.
- Visit the official website of CAT 2025 at iimcat.ac.in.
- On the homepage, click on the “Register” button to begin the registration process.
- Register using your personal and contact details and generate login credentials.
- Log in to the CAT portal and fill out the CAT application form.
- Upload all the required documents.
- Pay the CAT application fee as prescribed by IIM Kozhikode.
- Review and submit the CAT application form and download the CAT confirmation page for future reference.
CAT Registration 2025- Document Required
Students must keep the following documents ready while filling out the CAT application form.
| Document | Specifications / Requirements |
|---|---|
| Photograph | Not more than 6 months oldWhite/off-white background30mm x 45mmMax 1 MBJPEG, JPG format |
| Signature | Max size: 80 KBDimensions: 80mm x 35mmJPEG, JPG format |
| Category Certificate | Required if applicableAccepted formats: SC-ST / NC-OBC / EWS |
| Disability Certificate | Required if applicableAccepted formats: PwD Form V / VI / VII |
| Academic Details | 10th, 12th, Graduation, Master’s/Professional DegreeConvert CGPA/Grades to percentage |
| Work Experience | Full-time onlyAfter graduation till 31 July 2025 |
What are the Things to be Noted while CAT Registration?
When filling out the CAT application form, choosing at least 6 test cities and subject preference is mandatory. Details required to complete the CAT Registration 2025 process:
- Personal details (name, correct address, mobile number, email ID, etc.)
- Educational Details (Class 10+2 and Bachelor’s degree certificates)
- Full-time Work Experience (if any after graduation as of July 31st)
- Application fees
What are CAT 2025 Photo Uploading Guidelines?
Students must follow the below mentioned guidelines while uploading documents.
- Uploading your recent passport-sized photograph and signature written on a fresh, blank white paper is mandatory for CAT Registration 2024.
- The image format must be in JPG or JPEG, and the size should remain within 80-150 KB.
- Reserved category candidates are required to submit the scanned reserved category certificates in the PDF format.
CAT Registration Fees
This year, the CAT registration fee has been revised. Aspirants must pay the CAT application fee of INR 2,600 for general/EWS/OBC candidates, and INR 1300 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
| Categories | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/NC-OBC | INR 2600 |
| SC/ST/PwD | INR 1300 |
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CAT Registration- Previous Year’s Statistics
Last year, around 3,29,000 candidates registered for CAT 2025, and out of these, 2,93,000 appeared.
- 2.10 lakh candidates were males and 1.19 lakh were females, and 14 were transgenders.
- Last year, CAT attendance was around 89%.
- 14 candidates scored 100 percentile in CAT last year.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Candidates Registered | 3,29,000 |
| Number of Candidates Appeared | 2,93,000 |
| Attendance Rate | Approximately 89% |
| 100 Percentilers | 14 candidates achieved a 100 percentile score |
| Male to Female Ratio | 2.10 lakh males, 1.19 lakh females, 14 transgender |
Category-wise number of candidates registered for CAT last year is mentioned in the table below.
| Category | Percentage of Candidates Registered | Percentage of Candidates Appeared |
|---|---|---|
| General | 67.53% | 67.20% |
| EWS | 4.80% | 5.09% |
| OBC | 16.91% | 17.5% |
| SC | 8.51% | 8.08% |
| ST | 2.25% | 2.12% |
| PwD | 0.44% (across categories) | 0.41% (across categories) |
How Many Applications Received for CAT in Past 10 Years?
In 2023, there was a record regarding applications. Over 3.8 lakh students registered previous year, marking a steady hike of 30% from the year 2022. How many students can register for the 2025 examination? We are expecting another huge jump in registration for this year’s exam also.
| Year | How Many Students Registered? | How Many Students Appeared? | How Much Increase/ Decrease? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3,29 lakh | 2.93 lakh | - |
| 2023 | 3.30 lakh | 2.88 lakh | +30% |
| 2022 | 2.55 lakh | 2.23 lakh | +11% |
| 2021 | 2.30 lakh | 1.91 lakh | +0.9% |
| 2020 | 2.28 lakh | 1.90 lakh | -6.6% |
| 2019 | 2.44 lakh | 2.09 lakh | +1.2% |
| 2018 | 2.41 lakh | 2.09 lakh | +4.3% |
| 2017 | 2.31 lakh | 1.99 lakh | -0.4% |
| 2016 | 2.32 lakh | 1.95 lakh | +5.9% |
| 2015 | 2.19 lakh | 1.79 lakh | +11.2% |
| 2014 | 1.97 lakh | 1.70 lakh | +1.0% |
| 2013 | 1.95 lakh | 1.73 lakh | -8.9% |
What is the CAT Gender-wise Registration Statistics in Last 10 Years?
The gender wise registrations for CAT for the last 10 years are:
| Year | Total Registered Students | Total Male Applicants | Total Female Applicants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3,29,000 | 2,19,000 | 1,19,000 |
| 2023 | 3,30,000 | 2,23,000 | 1,17,000 |
| 2022 | 2,55,501 | 1,44,417 | 77,763 |
| 2021 | 2,29,969 | 1,24,808 | 66,850 |
| 2020 | 2,27,835 | 1,15,143 | 75,000 |
| 2019 | 2,44,169 | 1,34,917 | 75,004 |
| 2018 | 2,41,000 | 1,36,075 | 73,326 |
| 2017 | 2,31,067 | 1,53,027 | 78,009 |
| 2016 | 2,32,436 | 1,30,839 | 64,503 |
| 2015 | 2,18,664 | 1,21,291 | 58,270 |
| 2014 | 1,96,951 | 1,37,740 | 59,211 |
| 2013 | 1,94,516 | 1,38,107 | 56,409 |
Key Summary
- Last year, a total of 3.29 lakh candidates registered for CAT, and out of these, 1.19 lakh were female, 2.10 lakh were male, and 14 were transgender candidates.
- Category-wise CAT registered candidates last year include General -67.53%, EWS- 4.80%, NC-OBC- 16.91%, SC- 8.51%, ST- 2.25%, PwD (across categories)- 0.44%
- A total of 2.93 lakh students appeared for CAT 2025, including General- 67.20%, EWS- 5.09%, NC-OBC- 17.5%, SC- 8.08%, ST- 2.12%, PwD (across categories)- 0.41%
CAT Registration FAQs
Ques. What is the application process for CAT 2025?
Ans. Students can follow the steps below to complete the CAT application process 2025.
- Visit the official CAT website.
- Register using name, mobile number, mail ID, etc.
- Fill out the CAT application form.
- Upload required documents
- Pay CAT application fee.
- Submit the application for CAT 2025.
Ques. Can I get a refund for the CAT 2025 registration fee?
Ans. While filling the CAT application form, students will be required to pay CAT application fee of INR 1250 to 2500 as per the category of the candidate. Once paid, the CAT application fee can not be refunded. Students must first read the instructions properly before completing the CAT application fee payment.
Ques. Do I have to fill out separate CAT application forms to apply for separate IIMs?
Ans. No, students do not need to fill out the CAT application form separately for each IIM. However, candidates are required to fill out a single CAT application form and then appear for the entrance exam. Qualified candidates will get admission after the CAT counselling process.
Ques. Should I register for a private college before registering for CAT?
Ans. Two popular private institutions most CAT aspirants have on their list are MDI Gurgaon and SP Jain Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai. They usually close their application process before the CAT exam date and consider the CAT score you secure for admission.
Ques. Can my CAT Application form be rejected if I entered the wrong discipline?
Ans. Proper inclusion of all your academic details is very important while you are filling out the CAT application form, and entering the wrong discipline can have an impact on your final selection. In such a case, one must write to the help desk and provide a valid reason that led to such an instance.
If you make it up to the PI Round, do carry all the relevant documents and explain the scenario in detail.
Ques. Will a CAT Application get rejected if a candidate uploads the signature vertically instead of horizontally, or a blurred image?
Ans. Orientation of the signature is not likely to have an impact on the application form acceptance, and the same applies in case of mistakenly uploading a blurred image. IIM-CAT adheres to a facial recognition check during the application process that will let you know whether the photo uploaded has been accepted or not.
Ques. How is the CAT Registration Portal Interface? Is it User-Friendly and Convenient?
Ans. CAT registration interface is quite easy to understand and user friendly. Students can use the CAT registration portal easily to apply for the examination.
Ques. How many preferences can I make during the CAT Registration Process?
Ans. Everyone aims for the Top IIMs- precisely the IIMs A-B-C-L, i.e., IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, and IIM Lucknow. But since you can make as many choices as you want, it is always better to stay on the safe side, and include the newly established IIMs like IIM Indore, IIM Udaipur, and a few reputed baby IIMs like IIM Amritsar and IIM Nagpur to your list.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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Yes, here are some documents you need to submit for CAT registration: Class 10 and 12th mark sheet, Marksheet of graduation or equivalent diploma, Details of work experience, if any, Certificate of category scanned as PDF, in case applicable, List of IIM programs you wish to apply for, List of preferences for exam city and center, and more.
The registration for CAT 2022 exam is expected to begin on August 4, 2022. IIM is going to start the CAT registration window for a duration of 2 months. The last date to register for the CAT exam will be in the last week of September 2022.
For more information, refer to this link: CAT Registration Dates 2022