Once more grabbing front stage in the academic calendar is the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 as the enrollment period draws to a close. The Indian Institute this year gave the test, the most important entry point for postgraduate management courses worldwide and elsewhere. It is offered at many of the top business schools in the country in addition to the IIMs. Thousands of candidates are hurrying to complete their applications as the deadline approaches, bearing in mind that every piece of information must be accurate and every Before the window closes, one needs to fulfill a requirement. 

Formally ending at 5:00 PM on September 13, 2025, the registration, which began in early August, will Until then, candidates can submit their academic and personal information, send scanned photos and signatures, and pay any applicable fees. Because no new applications will be admitted after the gateway shuts, accuracy and punctuality are critical. There will be a short correction time later in the month when you might make little adjustments, including changing the testing location or making updates. Beyond photography, the program is closed. 

Three sessions—morning, afternoon, and evening—make up the exam, which will be given in nearly 170 test locations on November 30, 2025. Given the thousands of students expected to take the test, the scale of the event shows how popular it is. The computer-based system has not changed, therefore offering a consistent experience across all locations. By arranging sessions this way, which also advances fairness in management, the large number of applicants is accommodated reasonably. 

The CAT 2025 keeps its traditional strictness in its design. Verbal Aptitude and Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude, and Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning will make three separate portions of the exam. Combining these parts will provide roughly 68 questions including both multiple-choice and non-multiple-choice questions. While most incorrect answers are still subject to negative marking, certain question types are exempt from penalties. All candidates will be given a two-hour strict time limit; extra time will be granted to those in the Persons with Disabilities group. Still one of the defining problems of the CAT is this time restriction, which evaluates a candidate’s ability to keep calm under pressure as well as their knowledge and strategy.

Candidates from the General, EWS, and NC-OBC categories pay ₹2,600; individuals from others pay ₹1,300; registration costs fall under two grades of inclusiveness. Categories like SC, ST, and PwD. Since payments are only accepted online and are non-refundable, candidates must be fully ready before sending their application. Because the admit card, a necessary document for taking the test, is available, candidates will have enough of time to coordinate travel and prepare. Early November will see the release of the exam. logistical preparation for their designated hubs. 

One yard of success in CAT is not passing a cutoff. Depending on written ability tests, personal interviews, and group conversations, the result will influence shortlist for the next phase of the admissions process. on the result, on the particular regulations of every participating institution or IIM. Historically, the cutoff has varied between industries and institutions; the most competitive IIMs demand exceptionally high percentile, especially in each segment score and total performance. 

Beyond the numbers, the test carries great importance. For many, it embodies years of preparation and the goal of entering India’s leading management schools. It is both a lifelong chance and a challenge because it is the exam that has shaped the careers of so many business executives. Peer groups, research forums, and training centers are all busy as the registration deadline nears. Candidates are also trying to perfect their approaches for the day of the test in addition to completing their paperwork. 

One travel across CAT is not done when the test finishes. Interviews and group activities following the release of the January results start the real evaluation. These encounters evaluate abilities critical for future managers, including leadership, analytical reasoning, and communication. The test therefore provides a basis for thorough evaluation rather than only acting as an academic ability sieve. 

As September 13 draws near, the urgency among candidates is evident. Every year the test produces waves of excitement and worry, and 2025 is no exception. With registration almost closed, the focus is on getting ready, correcting, and counting down to November 30. CAT 2025 will be a For thousands of people across the country, a turning point can change the course of their life. Opening up possibilities that few other evaluations can match.