CAT 2025: Form Correction (Soon), Exam (Nov 30), Eligibility, Pattern
As the CAT 2025 registration window closes on September 20, 2025, thousands of aspirants await the form correction window and prepare intensively for the exam on November 30. Here’s your one-stop guide covering everything — eligibility, exam pattern, key dates, and how to plan your preparation efficiently.
Important Dates at a Glance
| Stage | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Registration window | Closed (September 20, 2025 till 5 PM) |
| Form correction window | To be notified soon |
| Exam date | November 30, 2025 (CBT mode) |
Missing any update can cost you dearly — keep checking regularly.
Who Is Eligible?
For CAT 2025, applicants must have:
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A bachelor’s degree (50% for general, 45% for reserved)
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Final year students with pending results
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No minimum work experience requirement as per IIMs’ norms
Verify the official announcement before applying or planning further.
Pattern & Syllabus Insight
CAT 2025 Exam Pattern is expected to remain similar to recent editions:
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3 Sections: VARC, DILR, QA
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Total duration: 2 hours (40 minutes per section)
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Question types: MCQs and non-MCQs
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Topics covered: algebra, number theory, geometry, reasoning, reading passages
Download the official CAT 2025 Syllabus once released and structure a study plan accordingly.
What About Form Correction?
A form correction window is almost always opened after registration closes. This is your last chance to make small edits — spelling mistakes, exam centre preferences, etc. Ensure all data is accurate.
Preparation Strategies That Work
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Take full-length mocks under timed, simulated CBT conditions
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Analyze weaknesses and revise them daily
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Solve previous years’ papers
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Balance speed with accuracy
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Stay informed about official notices
Understanding Cutoffs & Selection
Historically, IIMs demand high percentiles — 97–99+ for top schools, 90+ for newer ones. Use past years’ trend data to set your targets. The CAT 2025 Cutoff may shift depending on test difficulty and applicant pool.