The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) have announced crucial dates for CAT 2025 aspirants. Registration opened on August 1, 2025, and closes at 5 PM IST on September 13, 2025. Candidates should register without delay to avoid last-minute glitches and ensure selection of their preferred test cities—up to five choices allowed.

CAT 2025 is scheduled for Sunday, November 30, 2025, and will be conducted by IIM Kozhikode across more than 170 cities, spread across three sessions (morning, afternoon, evening) to accommodate the surge in applicants.

Admit cards will be available for download from November 5 through November 30, 2025. Candidates must download and print these documents, as they contain essential details such as exam slot, center address, reporting time, and instructions needed on test day.

With over three lakh hopefuls expected to appear, CAT remains India’s most competitive gateway to MBA programs at IIMs and top business schools. Start your preparations early, secure your registration, and keep these dates firmly on your calendar.