CAT Registration 2025: Expected Dates, Fees, How to Apply & Documents Needed

Do you want to register for the CAT in 2025 to gain entry into the best Indian Institutes of Management or other best MBA colleges in India? If so, your first step would be CAT Registration for 2025. In this blog post, we will guide you through the entire registration process, which will cover expected registration dates, a step-by-step process to fill in the application form, the fee structure, a list of documents to upload, and things you need to keep in mind while you are filling in the registration form. 

IIM CAT Registration 2025: Highlights

The CAT Exam is the entrance exam for the Indian Institutes of Management and other top MBA colleges in India. Below are the key points of acceptance for CAT Registration 2025:

• Conducting Body: Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs)
• Official Website: iimcat.ac.in
• Registration Start Date: Expected First Week of August 2025 
• Registration End Date: Expected Mid-September 2025
• CAT 2025 Exam Date: Expected on November 30, 2025
• Application Fees:
  • General /EWS /OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): INR 2,500
  • SC /ST /PwD Category: INR 1,250
• Number of Test Cities: Candidates shall be able to select up to six preferred cities.
• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 2 Hours (120 minutes)
• Sections: Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Ability

CAT 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Here is the list below of exam dates and schedules of the CAT Exam 2025 for your reference:

Event	Expected Date
Official Notification Release	July 28, 2025
CAT 2025 Registration Begins	August 1, 2025
Last Date to Register	September 13, 2025
Admit Card Release	November 10, 2025
CAT 2025 Exam Day	November 30, 2025
Result Announcement	January 2026 (Tentative)

Note: All dates are tentative and will be officially confirmed by the IIMs closer to the registration start date.

Registration Process for CAT 2025: Step-by-Step Guide

CAT 2025 registration involves various steps. Follow this detailed guide to avoid any mistakes:

• Step 1: Official Website:Open your web browser and type in http://iimcat.ac.in/. The registration link will be available once the application window opens.
• Step 2: New User Registration:

Click on the "New Candidate Registration" link and give basic details such as:

1. Full name (as per official documents)
2. Date of birth
3. Email ID
4. Mobile number

The User ID and password will be sent to your email and phone number.

• Step 3: Logging into Your Account:Use the User ID and password to log in. For security reasons, change the password if you want.
• Step 4: Fill in the Application Form:

Carefully enter the required details like:

1. Personal details (name, DOB, gender, category, PwD status)
2. Academic details (10th, 12th, and graduation details)
3. Work experience, if any
4. Preference for exam centers (max six places)
5. Preference for exam language

Step 5: Upload Scanned Copies

Upload scanned copies of:

• Passport size photograph (30 mm x 45 mm, JPG/PNG, < 80 KB)
• Signature (80 mm x 35 mm, JPG/PNG, < 80 KB)
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• PwD certificate (if applicable)
• Work experience certificate (if applicable)

Ensure that the images are clear and within the specified size.

• Step 6: Application Fee:

The fee is to be paid online using a debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI. The fee structure is as follows:

1. General/EWS/OBC: INR 2,500
2. SC/ST/PwD: INR 1,250

• Step 7: Review and Submit:Before clicking on the submit button, review the entire form. Look for errors or omissions. Once you are satisfied, submit the form.
• Step 8: Download Confirmation:After submitting the form, download the confirmation page or receipt and keep it for future use.

What are the CAT Exam Fees?

The examination fee for CAT varies from category to category and is to be paid online at the time of application. The fee structure is as given below:

Category	Application Fee
General / EWS / OBC	INR 2,500
SC / ST / PwD	INR 1,250

Accepted Payment Modes:

• Visa Credit Card
• Master Debit Card
• Net Banking
• UPI Payment

Please note that once the fee is paid, it will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Documents Required for the CAT 2025 Application Form

Before you mark the commencement of the application, keep scanned copies of the documents ready:

Document Name	Details & Specifications
Passport-size Photograph	Recent, clear photo, size 30mm x 45mm, <80 KB
Signature	On white paper, size 80mm x 35mm, <80 KB
Class 10 Marksheet	For date of birth verification
Class 12 Marksheet	Academic qualification
Graduation Marksheet/Degree	Academic qualification
Category Certificate	If applying under the reserved category (SC/ST/OBC-NCL)
PwD Certificate	If applicable
Work Experience Certificate	If you have work experience

Make sure that these files are clear, legible, and scanned as per specifications. Self-attest wherever required.

CAT Exam Registration 2025: Things to Keep in Mind

• Do not forget to use a Valid email & mobile number: All important notifications, including the login credentials, will be sent to you.
• Follow the Image Guidelines: Upload a clear image of the required size for the photo and signature.
• Select Test Cities Wisely: Choose the ones convenient to you, as some fill up rather quickly.
• Keep Documents Ready: Having all the documents at one's disposal will move the registration process along.
• Check Details Before Submission: Wrong details would create trouble at a later stage.
• Payment Confirmation: Sathe, ve payment receipt and application confirmation.
• No Offline Applications: CAT registration is completely online.

CAT Registration Guide and Certificates to Upload

At the time of registration, candidates must upload certificates as mentioned below, either in PDF format or image format: 

• Certificate for the Category the candidate belongs to (if the candidate belongs to SC/ST/OBC-NCL, it is a must for candidates to upload the valid category certificate issued by the competent authority) 
• Certificate for PwD (in case the candidate has applied for the PwD category) 

Work experience certificate:

• If the candidate has prior work experience, please upload a certificate issued by the relevant employer that includes the required information, such as designation, period of employment, and roles.
• It is expected that the uploaded documents will be scanned clearly and self-attested.

Alternative Option of the CAT Exam

If you're searching for alternatives to the CAT exam, tons of alternatives like the XAT, NMAT, and SNAP will also allow you to gain acceptance into a great business school. Additionally, if you've always liked the idea of self-paced learning, then an Online MBA may be for you. An Online MBA is excellent for busy people who want to upskill without having to stop their careers. You will learn quality course material, all while comfortably at home. Finding a course to fit with your lifestyle makes an Online MBA exceptionally convenient. Here is the list of the Online universities that offer an Online MBA course along with their Specialization:

Top Online MBA Universities	Online MBA (Specialization)
MAHE Manipal Online MBA	Finance Management Marketing Management HR Management Business Analytics Data Science Operations Management Healthcare Management Pharmaceutical Management Information Systems Fashion Management
Parul University Online MBA	Marketing Management Finance Management HR Management IT Management Business Analytics Operation Management Retail Management Project Management Banking and Financial Services Healthcare Management & Supply Chain Management Agricultural Management Digital Marketing & Sales Management Digital Marketing
LPU Online MBA	Finance Management Human Resource Management Marketing Management Data Science Operations Management International Business Management Information Technology Digital Marketing Business Analytics Data Science and Analytics Banking & Financial Services Supply Chain Management Healthcare Management
UPES Online MBA	HR Management Finance Management Marketing Management Operations Management Oil & Gas Management International Business Power Management Business Analytics Logistic & Supply Chain Management Infrastructure Management Digital Business Supply Chain Management
SRM University Online MBA	HR Management Marketing Management Finance Management
Jain University Online MBA	HR Management Finance Management Marketing Management General Management System and Operations Management Marketing and Finance Management Marketing and HR Management Information Logistics and Supply Chain Management International Finance Management

How to Edit the CAT Application Form 2025?

Mistakes happen, but not to worry. CAT authorities have provided a window for making corrections. The details will be released in advance to look out for, and this is the usual timeline: 

• Correction Window Opens: Generally, this happens in the last week of September.
• Editable Fields: Photograph, signature, test city preferences, as well as other minor details.
• Non-editable Fields: Name, DOB, email ID, and Category are usually non-editable.
• How to make the edits: log in to the exam site using your User ID and passwords, and there is a link to make your corrections and amendments.
• Save: Be mindful to save and submit the form after the changes.

We advise that you fill out the form correctly the first time to avoid corrections.