CAT 2025 Admit Card Released: Key Details and Download Instructions

The CAT 2025 admit card has been released by IIM Kozhikode, and candidates can now download it from the official website. The exam is set for November 30, with over 295,000 candidates expected to participate. The admit card includes essential details such as the candidate's name, exam center, and reporting time. Security measures will be in place to ensure a fair examination process. Candidates are advised to arrive early and bring a valid photo ID. For preparation, a mock test link is available on the website. Read on for detailed instructions on downloading the admit card and what to expect on exam day.

By Ambika Singh Nov 12, 2025, 15:53 IST

Important Announcement for CAT 2025 Aspirants

Candidates awaiting the admit card for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 have received significant news. The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode has officially released the admit card on Wednesday.

How to Download the Admit Card

Candidates can log in at iimcat.ac.in using their user ID and password to download the admit card. The examination is scheduled for November 30, taking place in three shifts across 170 cities nationwide, with approximately 295,000 candidates expected to participate.

Essential Information Included in the Admit Card

The CAT 2025 admit card contains crucial details such as the candidate's name, photograph, signature, examination center address, shift timings, and important instructions. Candidates are advised to arrive at the examination center well in advance to ensure a smooth verification process. The exam will consist of three sections: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Aptitude (QA).

Exam Pattern and Security Measures

The format for CAT 2025 will remain consistent with previous years, featuring 66 to 68 questions. To enhance security during the exam, IIMs have implemented several additional measures. Mobile jammers will be installed at select centers to prevent any form of malpractice. Furthermore, increased surveillance and strict regulations will be enforced at all examination centers.

Documents Required on Exam Day

Candidates must bring a valid photo ID along with their admit card. Acceptable forms of ID include an Aadhaar card, passport, or driving license. If there are any discrepancies on the admit card, candidates should promptly contact the IIMCAT helpdesk for corrections. Entry to the examination center will not be permitted without the admit card and ID.

Preparation with Mock Tests

For the convenience of candidates, IIM Kozhikode has provided a mock test link on iimcat.ac.in. This allows candidates to familiarize themselves with the exam pattern and time management. Experts suggest that practicing with mock tests can significantly enhance performance in the actual exam. Candidates are advised to carefully read and follow all instructions on the exam day.

Steps to Download the CAT 2025 Admit Card

To download the admit card, candidates should visit the iimcat.ac.in website. Click on the 'CAT 2025 Admit Card' link, log in with your user ID and password, verify your examination center and personal details, then download and print the admit card. The results for CAT 2025 are expected to be announced in the first week of January 2026, and the scores will remain valid until December 31, 2026.