The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode has officially announced the CAT 2025 exam date. The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 will be held on November 30, 2025 across designated test centres in approximately 170 cities.
Candidates appearing for this highly competitive management entrance exam can now check the shift-wise timings, reporting schedule, and admit card dates below.
CAT 2025 Exam Date
| Event | Details |
| Exam Name | Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 |
| Conducting Body | IIM Kozhikode |
| Exam Date | November 30, 2025 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test |
| Official Website | www.iimcat.ac.in |
CAT 2025 Admit Card Release Date
| Event | Date |
| Admit Card Availability | November 12 – November 30, 2025 |
| Previous Scheduled Release | November 05, 2025 |
Candidates must download their admit card from the official website before the exam day.
CAT 2025 Exam Schedule (Shift-wise Timings)
The CAT exam will be conducted in three shifts. Candidates must follow the reporting time strictly, as late entry will not be permitted.
| Shift | Reporting Time | Gate Close Time | Exam Time |
| 1 (Forenoon) | 7:00 AM | 8:15 AM | 8:30 – 10:30 AM |
| 2 (Afternoon) | 11:00 AM | 12:15 PM | 12:30 – 2:30 PM |
| 3 (Evening) | 3:00 PM | 4:15 PM | 4:30 – 6:30 PM |
Important: Candidates must carry their admit card, valid photo ID proof, and follow exam-day guidelines strictly.
About CAT
CAT is one of India's most prestigious entrance exams for admission to MBA/PGP and other management programs offered by IIMs and top business schools. The test evaluates candidates in:
- Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)
- Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)
- Quantitative Ability (QA)
Official Website
Visit: https://iimcat.ac.in