The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta has announced the IIM CAT 2025 Notification on July 27, 2025. The application process will begin on August 1 and run until September 13, 2025, at iimcat.ac.in. Below, you can find details regarding eligibility, exam dates, registration fees, and more information about the notification.
IIM CAT 2025 Notification – Overview
The IIM CAT 2025, organized by IIM Calcutta, is the entrance exam for MBA and PGDM programs across 21 IIMs and various B-schools. It will take place on November 23, 2025, in three slots. The exam will test Quantitative Ability, Verbal Ability, and Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning. Registration will be open from August 1 to September 13, 2025. The application fee is Rs. 2,600 for General candidates and Rs. 1,300 for SC/ST/PwD applicants. Eligibility requires a Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks, or 45% for candidates from reserved categories. Over 2.5 lakh applicants are expected to compete for approximately 155,000 seats.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 |
| Notification Date | July 27, 2025 |
| Registration Dates | August 1–September 13, 2025 |
| Exam Date | November 23, 2025 (3 Slots) |
| Official Website | iimcat.ac.in |
| Registration Fee | Rs. 2,600 (General), Rs. 1,300 (SC/ST/PwD) |
| Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% (45% for SC/ST/PwD) |
| Helpline | +91-33-2467-8300, cat2025@iimcal.ac.in |
Registration Fee for IIM CAT 2025
The registration fee for CAT 2025 varies according to the category of the applicant, ensuring accessibility for all eligible candidates. Applicants from the general category are required to pay Rs. 2,600, while candidates belonging to SC/ST and those with disabilities (PwD) need to pay Rs. 1,300. This fee covers the application process and can be paid online through net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI during registration.
Candidates must note that the fee is non-refundable, so they should confirm their eligibility before making the payment.
IIM CAT Apply Link – 2025 [Active on August 1, 2025]
How to Apply for IIM CAT 2025
To submit your CAT 2025 application once registration opens, please follow these steps:
- To submit your CAT 2025 application once registration opens, first visit iimcat.ac.in.
- Next, click on “New Registration” under “CAT 2025 Registration.”
- After that, create an account using your email and mobile number, and then log in.
- Following this, fill in your personal details, including your name, address, educational background, and work experience.
- Additionally, upload the required scanned documents as mentioned in the next step.
- Your photo (less than 50 KB in JPG format)
- Your signature (less than 30 KB in JPG format)
- A category certificate, if applicable (in PDF format, under 200 KB)
- Then, proceed to pay the fee of Rs. 2,600/1,300 online via net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI.
- Once you have completed the payment, review your application carefully before submitting it, and be sure to download the confirmation page for your records.
- If issues arise during this process, contact +91-33-2467-8300 or cat2025@iimcal.ac.in for assistance.
IIM CAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD) from a recognized university. Final-year students awaiting their results by June 30, 2026, are also eligible to apply.
Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for applicants.
Attempts: There are no restrictions on the number of attempts.
Category Certificates: Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwD categories must provide valid certificates to avail themselves of fee concessions and reservations.
Professional Degrees: Degrees such as CA, CS, or ICWA with a minimum of 50% marks are also acceptable. For detailed eligibility criteria, please visit iimcat.ac.in.
Required List of Documents for IIM CAT 2025 Registration
To successfully apply for CAT 2025, candidates need to provide the following documents:
- Photograph: A recent passport-sized photo (less than 50 KB, JPG format) taken within the last 6 months.
- Signature: A scanned signature (less than 30 KB, JPG format) on white paper in black ink.
- Educational Certificates: Marksheets and the degree certificate (or provisional certificate) for your Bachelor’s degree.
- Category Certificate: A SC/ST/OBC-NC/PwD certificate (if applicable, PDF format less than 200 KB) issued by a competent authority.
- ID Proof: A copy of your Aadhaar card, PAN, or Voter ID for identity verification.
- Work Experience (if applicable): An experience letter or certificate from your employer.
Make sure digital copies are scanned clearly to avoid rejection during the upload process.
FAQs
The IIM CAT 2025 Notification was released on July 27, 2025, by IIM Calcutta at iimcat.ac.in.
The registration fee for CAT 2025 is Rs. 2,600 for the General category and Rs. 1,300 for SC/ST/PwD categories.
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree scoring 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD) or final-year students awaiting results by June 30, 2026, are eligible to apply for CAT 2025.
