CAT 2025 Exam Centres List Released – Check State & City Wise Test Centres

Latest Updates

• The CAT 2025 Admit Card will be available on November 12, 2025.
• The CAT exam 2025 will be held on November 30, 2025. 

The CAT exam 2025 will be conducted in computer-based test mode at designated test centres throughout the exam body will allot a CAT exam centre closest to the home address mentioned by the applicants so that they can reach there on time. CAT 2025 will be conducted at nearly 375 CAT exam centres in 170 cities. The list of test cities for CAT 2025 has been published. While filling up the CAT 2025 registration form, applicants can choose up to five cities for the CAT exam centre 2025 allotment. 

What is a CAT Exam Centre?

CAT exam centres are well-equipped computer labs, where the applicants are required to take the test on the scheduled day. More than 370 labs conduct the CAT exam in more than 150 cities. The CAT 2021 exam was held in 156 CAT exam centres. In 2022, the exam will be conducted in 150 CAT exam centers. For CAT 2023, the number of CAT exam centers was 167. CAT 2024 was held in 170 CAT exam centers. The number of CAT exam centres in 2025 is around 170. 

The CAT Exam is taken by 3,00,000 applicants throughout India every year. For the CAT application, there is the highest number of applicants among all MBA entrance exams. This exam is conducted in three slots at different exam centres. The CAT 2025 centre list remains with the authorities; applicants get to know their exam centre location upon the release of the CAT 2025 admit card.

CAT Exam Centre 2025: Quick Highlights

Here are the brief CAT exam details in the following table:

CAT 2025 Exam Dates and Schedule

Check the table ahead to know the complete schedule of CAT 2025 exam:

CAT 2025 Exam Centre Allotment: How to Select the CAT Exam Centre?

For allotment of preferred CAT test centers, the applicants should specify their preferences of cities in the CAT application form 2025. Applicants will be allotted CAT exam centers in the cities of their choice for the CAT application form 2025. Applicants will be allotted a CAT exam centre in the city of their choice. For CAT 2025 aspirants, the number of CAT exam centers/test cities chosen will be five. Here is the method to select the preferred test city in the CAT form 2025:

• Register for CAT 2025 on the official website; iimcat.ac.in.
• Once the login ID is created, use it to fill out the application form.
• Go to the selection ‘select test city’.
• Select up to five cities from the drop-down.
• Fill up the rest of the fields in the form, make payment of the exam fee, and click on submit.

List of State-wise CAT Test Cities 2025

Listed ahead are the CAT test cities for reference. There are more than one CAT exam centre in Chennai, Kolkata, Pune, Mumbai, Bangalore, and other cities.

Documents to Carry to Attend in the CAT Exam Centre 2025

There are the following documents are required to attend the CAT Exam Centre 2025:

• CAT Admit Card 2025
• Two passport-size photos
• Photo ID proof issued by the Indian government
• Medical certificate and scribe affidavit (if applicable)
• Authorisation form (if applicable)
• Name change document (if applicable)

Read More: Documents Required for CAT Exam 2025

Exam Day Guidelines to Follow at the CAT Exam Centre 2025

Applicants must take a look at the following exam day guidelines that must be followed at the CAT exam centres 2025:

• Applicants should arrive at the CAT exam centres at the reporting time mentioned on the admit card. If not possible, arrive at least 30 minutes before the gate closes as no entry to the exam hall will be allowed after that.
• Check the reporting time once more the day before the CAT exam. Reporting time for the morning session is 7 am, for the afternoon session is 11 am, and for the evening session is 3 pm.
• Make sure you carry a hard copy of your CAT admit card 2025 and an original ID proof before going to the CAT exam centre.
• Students should carry a digital copy of the admit card on their phone to locate the CAT exam centre through the Google Maps link mentioned on it. 

Read More: Last Minute Preparation Tips for CAT 2025 Exam

CAT Test Centre: Dos and Don’ts

Each CAT exam centre has an elaborate identification method for which 1.5 hours are allotted before starting the exam. If an applicant's exam starts at 8:30 am, they are required to reach their CAT test centre by 7 am. For applicants taking the exam in the second slot, reporting time is 10 am. We have listed down a few dos and don’ts to follow at their CAT exam centre 2025.

CAT Do’s

These points are to be considered as CAT Do’s. 

• Carry two printouts of the CAT admit card 2025, ID proof, and a pen to the exam centre. 
• Show the original printout of your CAT 2025 admit card to gain entry into the CAT exam centre.
• Follow the instructions and cooperate in identification and frisking at the entry gate.
• Use the Reference Number printed on your CAT admit card to locate your exam hall, go inside, and be seated at your designated work station.

CAT Dont’s

The following points are to be noted for the CAT dont’s. 

• Do not carry electronic items to the CAT exam centre. Closed shoes, belts, caps, jackets, and other outfits and accessories with metal are prohibited inside the exam hall.
• The CAT exam centre will close 15 minutes prior to the exam; thus, do not be late for the exam.
• Do not argue with the CAT exam centre staff or other applicants. Unruly behaviour may invite disqualification.
• Do not use keyboards at any point in time during the exam, or your system will automatically lock.

CAT Exam Centre: FAQs

Ques. Can I edit my CAT application form after submission?

Ans. No, you generally cannot edit your CAT application form after submission, except for a brief, particular correction window that enables changes to particular fields such as test city preference, signature, and photo. 

Ques. What are the details mentioned on the CAT admit card?

Ans. A CAT admit card includes personal details such as the name of the applicant, date of birth, registration number, along with exam-centric information like the exam centre address, slot, time, and date. It also contains the signature and photograph of the candidate, along with significant instructions for the exam day.  

Ques. Can the test centre be changed after the release of the CAT admit card?

Ans. No, the CAT test centre cannot be changed after the admit card has been released. 

Ques. Can I request a particular CAT exam center in the city for the CAT exam?

Ans. CAT does not entertain requests for particular exam centers within a city. The exam center allocation solely depends on availability and logistical considerations, and applicants must accept the allocated CAT exam center in their preferred city.

Ques. Will the list of CAT exam centers be available before registration?

Ans.  Yes, the conducting body will release the state-wise list of CAT exam centers prior to the registration period. Applicants can refer to this list to select their exam city during registration. 

Ques. How many CAT exam centers can I select?

Ans. Applicants can select up to six CAT centres according to their preference while filling out the application form. However, the allotment of the CAT exam centre will be done depending on the preferences and the number of applicants appearing for the CAT exam.

Ques. Can I change the CAT exam centre?

Ans. Applicants can change CAT exam centers during the application form correction process. The CAT exam authority allows applicants to change exam centres through application form. However, one should note that the allotment of CAT exam centres will be done depending on the preferences filled and the number of applicants who register for the exam. 

Ques. What documents do I need to carry to the CAT exam centre?

Ans. Following are the documents that applicants should carry to CAT exam centre:

• CAT admit card
• Photo ID proof issued by India Government
• Medical certificate and scribe affidavit
• Authorization form
• Name change document
• Two passport size photographs

Those who fail to carry these documents to the CAT exam centre will not be allowed entry to the exam hall. So, It is important to carry the above-mentioned documents to the exam centre. 

Ques. Is there any dress code for the CAT exam centre?

Ans. Applicants must come dressed in comfortable and modest clothes. Shoes, sandals, slippers are prohibited inside the CAT exam centre.

Ques. How many CAT exam centres are there in Maharashtra?

Ans. Maharashtra has around 21 CAT exam centres. These include major cities like Mumbai, Nagpur and Pune.

Ques. How many CAT exam centres are in Bihar?

Ans. Bihar has around 3 CAT exam centres, primarily located in Patna and other major cities.

Ques. How many CAT exam centres are there in Kerala?

Ans. Kerala has about 6 CAT exam centres, including cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram and Kozhikode. 

Ques. How many CAT exam centres are there in Tamil Nadu?

Ans. Tamil Nadu hosts around 12 CAT exam centres, covering cities like Chennai, Madurai and Coimbatore.