CAT EXAM 2025 NOTIFICATION OUT: KNOW ALL IMPORTANT DATES
The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 will take place on November 30, 2025. The exam will be conducted in three separate sessions, morning, afternoon, and evening to accommodate all test-takers comfortably.
Registration starts on August 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM , candidates must apply before, or by September 13, 2025, 5:00 PM ,
The admit cards will be available to download from November 5, 2025, and candidates can access them until the day of the exam.
Quick Glance at the Timeline
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Registration Begins | August 1, 2025 (10 AM) |
| Registration Ends | September 13, 2025 (5 PM) |
| Admit Card Available | From November 5, 2025 |
| CAT Exam Day | November 30, 2025 |
About the exam centres
The CAT 2025 exam will be conducted across more than 375 test centres spread over 170 cities throughout India, ensuring wide accessibility for candidates from all regions.
During the application process, each aspirant is required to select any five preferred test cities in order of priority. Based on availability, the exam authority will allot one of these five choices as the final exam centre. This system not only provides flexibility but also helps reduce travel stress, allowing candidates to appear for the exam in a location that is most convenient for them. To secure your preferred city, it's recommended to register early, as centres are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis.