The CAT 2025 registration process will close today at 5:00 pm. Candidates must complete the application form and pay the fee on iimcat.ac.in before the deadline. No further extension is expected.
CAT 2025 Registration Timeline
The registration for CAT 2025 started on 1 August 2025. Initially set to close on 13 September 2025, the deadline was extended by one week to 20 September 2025. Candidates should ensure the form is submitted and the fee is paid to avoid rejection.
CAT 2025 Application Fee
The application fee for CAT 2025 is:
- INR 2,600 for General, EWS, and NC-OBC categories
- INR 1,300 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates
The fee is non-refundable, and candidates must ensure successful payment and receipt of acknowledgement via email.
Steps to Complete CAT 2025 Registration
Candidates must follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official website iimcat.ac.in.
- Click on ‘New Candidate Registration’.
- Enter basic details to generate OTP. Two OTPs will be sent — one via email and one on phone.
- Verify registration with OTPs.
- Fill the application form with personal details.
- Upload recent passport-size photo and scanned signature.
- Add academic details and optional work experience.
- Select test cities, IIMs, courses, and interview cities.
- Pay the application fee and complete the process.