India's most prestigious MBA entrance exam for IIMs & top B-Schools.
Registration Open – Aug 2025 (Expected)
Exam – Nov 30, 2025 (Expected)
Results – Jan 2026 (Expected)
Key highlights of CAT across India
Conducting Body
Rotates among IIMs yearly
Exam Duration
120 Minutes total
Mode
Computer Based Test
Total Marks
66 Questions total
B-Schools
IIMs, IITs & Top B-Schools
Stay updated with all key events of CAT 2025
Online registration begins on official IIM CAT portal
Live SoonSubmit application with fee before deadline
DeadlineDownload admit card from iimcat.ac.in
UpcomingConducted in 3 slots across 150+ cities in India
ImportantScorecard & percentile released on official portal
Result*Dates are tentative and may change as per official IIM notification.
Basic requirements to appear for CAT across India
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
Percentage requirement varies by IIM and category.
No official limit on the number of CAT attempts.
Understand the structure of CAT 2025 exam
Section
Questions
Marks
Complete section-wise syllabus for CAT 2025
Expected CAT percentile cut-offs for top IIMs
| Program | Overall %ile | Competition Level |
|---|---|---|
| PGP (MBA) | 99.5+ | Extremely High 🔥 |
| PGP-FABM | 98+ | Very High |
| ePGP (Executive) | 85+ | High |
*Cut-offs vary based on category (General/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) and candidate profile. Check official IIM shortlisting criteria.
Explore top IIMs and B-Schools across India accepting CAT scores
📍 Ahmedabad, Gujarat
India's #1 B-School with global reputation and highest MBA placements
📍 Bengaluru, Karnataka
Premier IIM known for strong placements and diverse programs
📍 Kolkata, West Bengal
Asia's oldest IIM with outstanding alumni network and research output
📍 Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Among the best IIMs with strong finance and marketing programs
📍 New Delhi
One of the best value-for-money MBA programs in India
📍 Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
India's top HR & Business school accepting XAT + CAT scores
📍 Gurgaon, Haryana
Known for strong industry connections and excellent placements
📍 Kozhikode, Kerala
Innovative IIM with strong placements and flagship MBA program
📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra
Premier B-School known for PGDM and unique pedagogy
🎯 One Score → 1200+ B-Schools Across India
CAT scores are accepted by IIMs, IITs, NITs and top B-Schools across all states of India.
Smart approach to maximize your CAT percentile
Learn what not to do for CAT success
❌ Studying only theory without taking regular full-length mock tests.
✔ Take at least 2 full mocks per week from October. Analyze every mock thoroughly.
❌ Spending all time on QA and VARC while ignoring DILR sets.
✔ Dedicate equal time to DILR. It's the deciding section for IIM calls.
❌ Taking mocks but skipping the analysis and error review.
✔ Spend 2x the mock time on analysis. Understand every wrong and skipped question.
❌ Trying to solve every question leading to too many wrong answers.
✔ Target 45–50 questions out of 66. Accuracy over attempts always wins in CAT.
❌ Scoring very high in one section but neglecting sectional minimum.
✔ Every IIM has sectional cutoffs — you must clear all 3 sections simultaneously.
❌ Beginning serious preparation only 1–2 months before the exam.
✔ Start at least 6 months before CAT. Consistent daily practice beats last-minute cramming.
🚨 Smart Preparation = IIM Calls Across India
In CAT, percentile + profile + GD-PI performance together determine your final admission.
Be fully prepared on the day of CAT 2025 exam
❌ No mobile phone, smartwatch, or calculator allowed
💡 CAT is conducted in 3 slots across 150+ cities
✔ Read instructions carefully before each section
⚠ Stay Calm, Focused & Selective
CAT rewards accuracy and smart question selection — not speed alone.
Step-by-step IIM admission process after CAT results
IIMs conduct their own independent shortlisting and selection based on CAT score, academic record, work experience, gender diversity, and WAT-PI performance. There is no centralized seat allocation.
Clear CAT 2025 with target percentile
IIMs release shortlists (Jan–Feb)
Written ability test & personal interview
IIMs release final admission offers
Pay fees and confirm your seat
💡 Apply to each IIM separately — no centralized seat allotment
✔ Start GD-PI prep immediately after CAT results
Access important materials for CAT 2025 preparation
Solve CAT papers from 2017–2024 with full solutions
Full-length CAT mock tests with detailed analytics
VARC, DILR & QA concept notes and formulas
Group Discussion topics and PI question banks
📥 Free CAT Prep Materials — Pan India
Focus on Previous Papers + Mocks + Sectional Practice for 99+ percentile.
Access official websites and important portals for CAT 2025
Visit the official CAT portal for notifications, registration, and score card
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Always use official IIM CAT portal for registration, admit card, and result.
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