CAT 2025 Updates: Form Correction, Board Exam Dates, Admissions

The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 application correction window is open at iimcat.ac.in. Candidates can edit their submitted forms. This news highlights a busy period in Indian education, with new university admissions, upcoming board exam schedules, and national initiatives also announced.

CAT 2025 and MBA Admissions

IIM Lucknow began accepting applications for its Post Graduate Programme for Working Executives (PGPWE) on October 6, 2025 . This program, offered at the Noida campus, is designed for professionals with work experience aiming for leadership roles. Eligibility details and application procedures are available on the IIM Lucknow website.

The CAT 2025 application correction facility commenced on October 4, 2025 . Registered candidates must log in to iimcat.ac.in to review and modify specific fields in their application forms. This window is critical for ensuring accurate candidate data ahead of the examination.

The Director of IIM Ahmedabad confirmed that placements at top IIMs remain strong. This statement addresses concerns about potential shifts in recruitment trends. It assures MBA aspirants of continued robust career opportunities post-graduation, irrespective of recent CAT registration figures.

Key Board Exam Updates for 2025-26

Several prominent education boards are preparing to release their schedules for the 2026 examinations. Students in these regions should watch for official notifications.

  • Tamil Nadu Board: The 10th and 12th Public Time Tables for 2026 will be released soon. Information will be available on the Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE) Tamil Nadu website, dge.tn.gov.in.
  • CISCE: The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) is expected to publish the ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) Exam Date Sheets for 2026. These will be accessible at cisce.org.
  • JKBOSE: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) will soon issue its 12th Class Date Sheet for the October-November 2025 examinations. Updates will be provided on jkbose.nic.in.

University Application Deadlines

Universities across the country are inviting applications for various postgraduate and executive programs for the 2026-28 academic cycles. Prospective students must review program-specific requirements and deadlines carefully.

  • Goa Institute of Management (GIM): GIM has opened admissions for its 2026-28 batch. This includes multiple Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) specializations: Healthcare Management (HCM), Big Data Analytics (BDA), Banking, Insurance, and Financial Services (BIFS), and International Diploma in Actuarial Studies (IDA).
  • DoMS IIT Madras: The Department of Management Studies (DoMS) at IIT Madras is currently accepting application forms for its Executive MBA Programme 2026. Detailed eligibility criteria and application submission instructions are available on the IIT Madras website.

Ministry of Education Launches Buildathon 2025

The Ministry of Education inaugurated ‘Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025’ on October 6, 2025 . This national initiative aims to promote innovation among students. It encourages young minds to develop solutions that address societal challenges and contribute to India’s development goals. The program seeks to foster a culture of creativity and entrepreneurship at the grassroots level.

Combined Defence Services Exam Results

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to release the result link for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2 2025 examination shortly. Candidates who appeared for the exam should monitor upsc.gov.in for updates. The official release will include candidate scores, expected cut-off marks, and a downloadable result PDF.

Students, parents, and educators should verify all dates, deadlines, and guidelines on the respective official websites. Accurate information from primary sources ensures compliance and informed decision-making for all academic pursuits.