IIM CAT (Common Admission Test) 2025 – Apply Online
IIM Indian Institutes of Management have released the official notification for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025. This national-level examination is conducted for admission into various management programs offered by 21 IIMs across India. Eligible candidates can apply online through the website Vacancyconnect.com from 01 August 2025 to 13 September 2025 (5:00 PM).
Overview – IIM CAT 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Authority | Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) |
| Name of Exam | Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Official Website | iimcat.ac.in |
Important Dates –
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date to Apply Online | 01 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13 September 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Release Date | 05 November 2025 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | 30 November 2025 |
| Result Declaration | 1st Week of January 2026 |
Application Fee –
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2,600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,300/- |
Mode of Payment: Online
Eligibility Criteria –
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must be appearing/passed Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks (45% marks for SC/ST/PwD candidates) from a recognized university/institution.
Participating IIMs –
Ahmedabad
Amritsar
Bangalore
Bodh Gaya
Calcutta
Indore
Jammu
Kashipur
Kozhikode
Lucknow
Mumbai
Nagpur
Raipur
Ranchi
Rohtak
Sambalpur
Shillong
Sirmaur
Tiruchirappalli
Udaipur
Visakhapatnam
Syllabus & Exam Pattern –
Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Sections:
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)
Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)
Quantitative Ability (QA)
The detailed syllabus will be available in the official notification.
How to Apply –
Visit the website Vacancyconnect.com then Apply online.
Click on the CAT 2025 Registration Link and register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in the application form carefully and upload the required documents.
Pay the application fee online.
Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links –
| Links | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Short Notification | Click Here |
| Telegram Group | Join Now |
| WhatsApp Channel | Join Now |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQ – IIM CAT 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IIM CAT 2025?
The last date to apply is 13 September 2025 (5:00 PM).
Q2. What is the exam date for IIM CAT 2025?
The exam will be conducted on 30 November 2025 in computer-based mode.
Q3. What is the application fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates?
The application fee is ₹1,300/-.