The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 admit cards will be released on November 5, 2025 . Students who have registered for this important national exam can download their admit cards from the official CAT website, iimcat.ac.in . The CAT 2025 exam is set to take place on November 30, 2025 .
CAT is a highly competitive entrance examination. It is taken by lakhs of students every year who want to study Master of Business Administration (MBA) courses. The exam opens doors to admission in top business schools, including the prestigious Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and many other leading management colleges across India. The CAT exam tests candidates on their abilities in Verbal Ability, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Ability.
The admit card, also known as the hall ticket, is a very important document. It acts as the entry pass for candidates to sit for the CAT 2025 exam. Without a valid admit card, no candidate will be allowed into the examination hall. Therefore, it is crucial for all registered students to download and print their admit card as soon as it is released. Candidates must keep their admit card safe even after the exam, as it may be needed during the admission process.
Important Dates for CAT 2025
Here are the key dates related to the CAT 2025 admit card and exam:
| Event | Date |
| CAT 2025 Admit Card Release | November 5, 2025 |
| Last Date to Download Admit Card | November 30, 2025 (till exam day) |
| CAT 2025 Exam Date | November 30, 2025 |
How to Download Your CAT 2025 Admit Card
Candidates will need their CAT ID and password to download the admit card. Follow these simple steps to get your hall ticket:
- Go to the official CAT website: iimcat.ac.in
- Look for the 'Login' option on the homepage and click on it.
- Enter your unique CAT ID in the space provided.
- Enter your password correctly.
- Click on the 'Sign In' button.
- Once logged in, find the tab or link that says 'Admit Card'.
- Click on the CAT 2025 admit card document to open it.
- Check all details carefully.
- Download the admit card as a PDF file.
- It is recommended to print out at least two copies of the admit card for exam day.
Details to Check on Your Admit Card
After downloading your admit card, you must carefully check all the information printed on it. Make sure everything is correct. The admit card will contain the following important details:
- Your Name
- Your Photograph and Signature
- Your CAT Registration Number/ID
- Date of Birth
- Category (e.g., General, SC, ST, OBC)
- CAT 2025 Exam Date
- Exam Time (Slot)
- Test Centre Name and Address
- Instructions for Exam Day
Corrections and Exam Centre Information
If you find any mistake in your personal details on the admit card, you must contact the IIM CAT helpdesk immediately. Getting corrections done early is important to avoid problems on exam day. You can find the contact information for the helpdesk on the official CAT website.
The CAT 2025 exam will be held in three shifts or slots throughout the day on November 30, 2025 . The exam will be conducted in over 350 test centres spread across 170 cities in India. The specific test centre and time slot allotted to each candidate will be clearly mentioned on their admit card. Please note that requests to change the test centre or exam slot will not be accepted. The exam centre given to a candidate will generally be in the city they selected as their first preference when filling out the CAT 2025 application form.
