CAT 2025 Admit Card Issued on 12 Nov; Examinees Now Gear Up for 30 Nov Exam

The CAT 2025 Admit Card has been officially released on November 12, 2025, marking the final two weeks of preparation for the prestigious MBA entrance exam scheduled for November 30. Candidates must immediately download and print their admit card from the official website, iimcat.ac.in, as it is mandatory for entry. The simultaneous release of the official CAT Mock Test offers a crucial opportunity for aspirants to fine-tune their strategy and familiarise themselves with the Computer-Based Test (CBT) interface. Download your hall ticket now and dedicate the remaining days to high-intensity practice and mock analysis.

The final phase of preparation for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 is officially underway. IIM Kozhikode, the coordinating body for this year’s exam, released the much-awaited CAT 2025 Admit Card on November 12, 2025. With the exam scheduled for November 30, 2025, the release of the admit card is a major event in the management news calendar, serving as a powerful reminder of the fast-approaching D-Day. All registered candidates are required to download their hall tickets from the official website, iimcat.ac.in, using their login credentials. This crucial document, which details the candidate's exam slot, centre, and critical instructions, must be downloaded and printed immediately. Moreover, the simultaneous activation of the official CAT Mock Test provides a vital tool for aspirants to calibrate their final preparation strategy.

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 Mandatory Steps: Downloading and Verifying Your Admit Card

​The CAT Admit Card is not just a piece of paper; it is the mandatory entry ticket to the examination hall. Without a valid, printed copy, no candidate will be allowed to appear for the test. Given the strict nature of the exam day guidelines, aspirants must treat the download and verification process with utmost priority.

• ​Download Location: The admit card is available exclusively on the official CAT website: iimcat.ac.in. Use your registered User ID and Password to log in to the candidate portal.
• ​Immediate Printing: Candidates are advised to take at least two clear colour printouts of the admit card on an A4 size sheet. A digital copy will not be accepted at the centre.
• ​Critical Verification: Immediately upon downloading, candidates must meticulously cross-check all the details printed on the document: 
  • ​Candidate's Name, Photograph, and Signature.
  • ​CAT Registration Number and Roll Number.
  • ​Exam Date: November 30, 2025 (Sunday).
  • ​Exam Slot and Reporting Time: The test is held in three sessions (e.g., Slot 1: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM, Slot 2: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM, Slot 3: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM). Candidates must note their specific slot.
  • ​Test Centre Address: Check the full address and locate the centre online to plan travel well in advance.
• ​Discrepancy Action: In case of any error or discrepancy (e.g., incorrect name, photo missing, wrong exam details), candidates must immediately contact the IIM CAT helpdesk for rectification.

​ Strategising with the Official CAT Mock Test

​IIM Kozhikode also activated the link for the Official CAT 2025 Mock Test around the same time as the admit card release. This Mock Test is a non-negotiable part of the final preparation, as it replicates the actual Computer-Based Test (CBT) environment and interface. Using this tool strategically can significantly impact exam-day performance.

• ​Interface Familiarisation: The mock test familiarises candidates with the on-screen calculator, the process of marking answers, the question navigation panel, and the 40-minute sectional timer, preventing any surprise on exam day.
• ​Time Management Practice: The CAT exam is a 2-hour (120-minute) test divided into three sections—Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Ability (QA)—with a strict 40-minute time limit for each section. The mock test is the best way to practice maintaining speed and accuracy within these constraints.
• ​Test Day Simulation: Aspirants should attempt the official mock test at the same time slot as their allotted exam slot (e.g., if allotted Slot 2, take the mock test between 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM) to acclimatise their mind and body to the exact timing and pressure of the test.
• ​Final Analysis and Review: The mock test acts as a diagnostic tool in the final weeks, helping candidates: 
  • ​Pinpoint weak areas for last-minute revision.
  • ​Confirm their section-wise strategy (e.g., number of questions to attempt, time allocation per question type).
  • ​Reduce test-day anxiety by building confidence in the test flow.

​Essential CAT Exam Day Guidelines

​Preparation now extends beyond academics to meticulous logistical planning. The strict guidelines enforced by IIMs are designed to ensure a fair and secure examination process for the expected over 2.95 lakh candidates.

• ​Mandatory Documents: Candidates must carry the following to the centre: 
  • ​Printed CAT 2025 Admit Card (Affix a passport-size photo, preferably the one used in the application).
  • ​Valid Photo ID Proof (Original): Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Driving License.
• ​Reporting Time: Candidates must reach the exam centre well before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card, as the gate closing time is strictly enforced. Latecomers will not be allowed entry.
• ​Prohibited Items: Strictly prohibited items include mobile phones, electronic gadgets, watches (including smartwatches), calculators, printed/written material, and jewellery. Only the admit card and photo ID are permitted inside the hall.
• ​Biometric Attendance: Candidates must follow the instructions for the biometric authentication process, which includes fingerprint scanning and photograph capturing, conducted at the entry gate.
• ​Post-Exam Formalities: Rough sheets will be provided inside the exam hall. Candidates must sign the admit card in the presence of the invigilator and submit the provided rough sheets before leaving the centre.

​Conclusion

​The release of the CAT 2025 Admit Card on November 12, 2025, signals the final sprint for aspirants. With less than two weeks remaining until the November 30 exam, the focus must shift entirely to high-yield practice, meticulous mock analysis, and most importantly, careful adherence to all exam day formalities and logistics outlined on the hall ticket. Download your admit card, take the official mock test, and execute your strategy flawlessly to secure your chance at a top-tier IIM/MBA programme.

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