IIM Kozhikode will release the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 admit card on November 5, 2025 . Candidates can download the admit card from the official CAT website until November 30, 2025 . The CAT 2025 examination is scheduled for the same date, November 30, 2025. This document is mandatory for all candidates appearing for the exam.
The CAT 2025 exam will take place across 170 cities in India. The examination will occur in three separate time slots. IIM Kozhikode acts as the conducting authority for this year’s test.
Admit Card Download Details
Candidates must download their admit cards from the official CAT website, iimcat.ac.in. Login credentials are required for access. The admit card will not be sent by post or email. It is available for download only through the official online portal.
Download commences on November 5, 2025. The download facility closes on November 30, 2025. Candidates should download the admit card soon after its release. This avoids potential technical issues due to high website traffic closer to the exam date.
Mandatory Admit Card Verification
After downloading, candidates must immediately verify all information on the CAT 2025 Admit Card. Discrepancies require immediate attention. Ensure accuracy to prevent issues on exam day.
Information to Check:
- Candidate Name: Must match the CAT 2025 application form.
- Registration Number: Must match the registered user ID.
- Date of Birth: Must match the CAT application form and official identity documents.
- Caste Category Status: Must match the application form details.
- PwD/DA Status: Must be correctly mentioned as per the application form.
- Test Center Location: Must be one of the cities chosen in the application.
- Candidate’s Photograph: Must be clearly visible and match the application.
- Candidate’s Signature: Must be clearly visible and match the application.
Report any errors to the IIM Kozhikode CAT helpdesk immediately. Failure to rectify errors may lead to complications during the examination or admission process.
The CAT Examination
The CAT exam is a national-level management entrance examination in India. It serves as a gateway for admission to 21 Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs). Additionally, numerous other top business schools across the country accept CAT scores for their MBA and postgraduate management programs.
All candidates must carry a printed copy of the CAT 2025 Admit Card to the examination center. Without this document, entry to the test venue is denied. Candidates should also carry a valid photo identification proof matching the admit card details.