CAT 2025 registration is all set to begin on August 1, 2025, as per the newspaper advertisement. The last date to submit the CAT application form 2025 will be September 13, 2025 (5:00 PM). The detailed CAT official notification will be released in the coming month. Last year there were a total of 3,29,000 registrations for the exam. The number is expected to cross 3.5 lakhs this year. In order to register for CAT 2025 one must first create a user ID and password using the personal mobile number and email id. The official website to register for CAT 2025 is iimcat.ac.in. Over the past 10 years there has been approximately 65% increase in CAT registration. The entire registration process is online and there is no other website to register for this exam. The CAT registration fee 2025 is Rs 2600 for the candidates belonging to the other categories like general, EWS and OBC, whereas it is Rs 1300 for candidates who belong to the SC/ST and PwD category. CAT is the top most management entrance exam in India and in order to do an MBA from IIMs and other top B-Schools such as FMS, CAT exam is mandatory. Therefore knowing everything about the CAT registration process is crucial for MBA aspirants.
CAT 2025 Registration Highlights
CAT 2025 exam is a prerequisite for admission to various Post Graduate (MBA/PGP/PGDM or equivalent) course at IIMs and other top B-schools in India. Here is the key highlights of CAT 2025 registration shared below for the reference purposes.
| Particulars | Details |
| CAT Notification 2025 | July 27, 2025 (Newspaper Adversitiment) |
| CAT Registration Starts | August 1, 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Register for CAT 2025 | September 13, 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| CAT 2025 Registration Fees | Rs 2600 for all Other Categories and Rs 1300 for SC, ST, PwD |
| CAT Registration 2025 Steps | Creating a Profile, Logging to the Website, Submitting the CAT Form |
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CAT Registration Fees 2025 – Non Refundable
The CAT registration 2025 fees is an important detail that every CAT aspirant must know before applying for the CAT exam. For the candidates belonging to other categories like UR, OBC, etc, the registration fees for them is Rs 2600 and for those who belong to SC, ST and PwD need to pay the registration amount of Rs 1300.
The CAT exam fee is non-refundable even if the candidate decides not to appear for the exam or faces any kind of technical issue. So it is important to complete your payment process within the official CAT 2025 registration window to avoid last minute hurry. Choosing your preferred test city and uploading correct documents is equally important for CAT aspirants during the CAT 2025 registration process. So, stay updated with the latest CAT 2025 notifications.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Other Categories | Rs 2600 |
| SC, ST, PwD | Rs 1300 |
CAT Registration 2025: Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates need a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution or university, with at least 50% marks (45% for SC, ST, and PwD categories).
- Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply, provided they can submit a certificate from their college/university confirming their eligibility.
- There is no upper age limit for candidates to appear for the CAT exam 2025.
- Candidates who have completed professional qualifications like CA, CS, or ICWA are also eligible to apply.
Steps to Register for CAT Exam 2025
Check out the stage wise CAT 2025 registration process –
CAT Registration Stage 1 – Creating Your Account
- First candidates have to create an ID for CAT and for this you have to visit the official website for CAT – iimcat.ac.in. Once the CAT 2025 registration link is activated, click on register now.
- You will be redirected to a page where you have to enter your details such as Name, DoB, Email-id and contact number. You have to make sure that these details are filled in correctly.
- Name – This should be your name mentioned in the official documents.
- Date of Birth – You have to fill in the correct DoB in the digital calendar that appears on the screen.
- Email ID – This should be your own email address and should be filled in correctly. All the official communication is shared to this email id so make sure that the ID is correct.
- Mobile Number – Enter the correct number as the OTP will be shared on this number while registering for CAT 2025.
- Now filling in all the details you have to enter the captcha code to authenticate the registration details of CAT 2025.
- The login credentials of CAT 2025 will be shared over the registered email id and mobile number.
CAT Registration Process 2025 – Stage 2 – Login Using Your User ID and Password
Now using your CAT ID and password you have to log in to the window.
Once you log in through the registration window of CAT 2025 you get access to the CAT 2025 application form.
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CAT Registration 2025 – Stage 3 – Submission of CAT Application Form 2025
Now candidates have to fill in the personal information along with the academic information in the application form. They also need to attach the necessary documents such as marksheet, category certificate (if applicable), etc.
CAT Registration Fees 2025 – Stage 4
Once CAT form 2025 is filled you have to pay the fees. CAT 2025 registration fees for general, EWS and OBC category is Rs 2500 and for SC, ST and PwD is Rs 1250.
CAT 2025 Registration Last Date
The expected last date to register for CAT 2025 is September 13, 2025. Aspiring candidates must make sure that they submit their duly filled application form for CAT 2025 on or before the last date.
Documents Required for CAT Registration 2025
- Marksheets of class 10th & 12th
- Graduation certificate or higher education if any.
- Work experience certificate for working professionals.
- Scanned images of your passport-size photo and signature. Make sure that the photo is not more than six months old and it should have a white background.
- Scanned image of a passport-size photo – Dimensions: 35mm X 45mm and the scanned Image of the signature – Dimensions: 1000mm X 35 mm.
- The signature and photo should be in .jpg or .jpeg format and each of these file sizes should not be more than 80KB each..
- Caste certificates if applicable.
CAT Registration Trends – Past Years Registration Data
| Year | Number of Registered Candidates |
| 2010 | 2,04,000 |
| 2011 | 2,05,000 |
| 2012 | 2,14,000 |
| 2013 | 1,94,516 |
| 2014 | 1,96,988 |
| 2015 | 2,18,664 |
| 2016 | 2,32,434 |
| 2017 | 2,31,067 |
| 2018 | 2,40,338 |
| 2019 | 2,44,169 |
| 2020 | 2,27,835 |
| 2021 | 2,29,969 |
| 2022 | 2,55,501 |
| 2023 | 3,23,000 |
| 2024 | 3,29,000 |
CAT Registration 2025- All Important Dates
All important CAT registration dates for 2025 should be compiled in one place and mentioned in the table below:
| CAT 2025 Events | Date |
| CAT 2025 Notification Release | July 27, 2025 (Newspaper Advertisement) August 1, 2025 (Detailed Notification) |
| CAT Registration 2025 Start Date | August 1, 2025 |
| CAT Registration 2025 End Date | September 13, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Form Correction Window | September 2025 |
| CAT Admit Card 2025 Release Date | November 5-November 30, 2025 |
| CAT Exam Date 2025 | 30th November 2025 (Sunday) |
| CAT 2025 Answer Key Release | First week of December 2025 (Expected) |
| CAT 2025 Result Date | First or second week of January 2026 (Tentative) |
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Important Things to Keep in Mind for CAT Registration 2025
- Always use your laptop while filling the CAT registration form.
- Before clicking on save or the submit option make sure you have verified and cross checked all the data.
- Use your own personal mobile number and email address for CAT 2025 registrations.
- Always keep a copy of the CAT registration details handy.
- Enter the accurate scores of your academics.
- It is advisable to select all IIMs in the form to be on the safer side.
- Choose your CAT exam center carefully.
Technical issues faced during CAT Registration 2025
- Login Issues: if you will face login issues then use “Forget Password” or check login credentials properly.
- Form Errors: Fill all the fields properly as per the documents.
- In case you find upload failures, then use JPG/ PDF formats within size limits.
- Payment problems are solved after retrying payment in some time or using another method.
CAT Registration 2025 Helpdesk
Incase you face any issue while filling up the CAT registration form 2025 then you can drop a mail at cathelpdesk@iimcat.co.in or call at 1-800-210-0175.
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CAT Registration 2025- FAQs
The last date to register for CAT 2025 is September 13, 2025.
For the candidates belonging to the OBC category, CAT 2025 registration fee is Rs 2600.
The documents required for CAT registration 2025 are – class 10 and 12 marksheet, graduation certificate, caste certificate, work experience certificate (for working professionals), passport size photograph and signature.
For the candidates belonging to the SC & ST category, CAT 2025 registration fee is Rs 1300.
The payment mode for the CAT 2025 registration is online mode only. It includes net banking, credit card, debit card, UPI or wallets.
Yes, IIM will open a form correction window for CAT 2025 as expected in the last week of September.
You can apply for the CAT registration 2025 by visiting the official CAT website.
