How do I check my CAT 2025 slot timing?

To check your CAT 2025 slot, log in to your account on the official CAT website, download the admit card, and look for the "Assessment Details" section.

Where can I find the CAT 2025 exam centers list?

The CAT 2025 exam centers list can be found in the Information Bulletin section of the official IIM CAT website, where you can download the PDF.

What time should I arrive at the CAT 2025 exam center?

You should arrive at least one hour before the reporting time mentioned on your admit card to avoid missing the test. Late entry is not permitted.

Can I change my CAT 2025 exam center after submission?

No, once your exam center is allotted, you cannot change it. The center is selected based on seat availability and your preferences during registration.

What if my CAT 2025 exam center or slot is not updated?

If your exam center or slot is not updated in the admit card, check again after the release date. It will be updated once the final details are available.

What are the official slot timings for CAT 2025?

The CAT 2025 exam will be held in three slots: Slot 1 (8:30 AM – 10:30 AM), Slot 2 (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM), and Slot 3 (4:30 PM – 6:30 PM).

How do I download the CAT 2025 admit card?

Visit the official CAT 2025 website, log in with your credentials, and download your admit card from the dashboard.

What documents do I need to carry for the CAT 2025 exam?

You must carry your CAT 2025 admit card and a valid photo ID. Ensure you follow all the instructions mentioned on the admit card for smooth entry.

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CAT 2025 Slot & Exam Centres: Here is some news for this year's CAT aspirants. CAT 2025 slots and exam centres are out now. Hence, candidates can check their slot timing in their exam center in their CAT 2025 admit card. As we all know, CAT is held in multiple slots as it is a computer-based test. In this blog, we will know what are CAT 2025 slot timings are and where to find your slot in the admit card. Additionally, we will also know this year's CAT exam centers list. Let’s dive in.

Download CAT 2025 Test Center List PDF (Updated)

CAT 2025 Slot & Exam Centres

CAT 2025 will be conducted in three slots on a single day across more than 155 cities. Each candidate will receive an assigned test centre and slot, which is mentioned on the admit card. Therefore, you must carefully verify the exam city, centre code, and slot details after downloading the CAT hall ticket.

CAT Exam Cities & Centres Statistics

Year	No. of Test Cities	No. of Centres
CAT 2024	156	400+
CAT 2025	155+ (Expected)	400+ (Expected)

Also Read, CAT Exam Analysis 2025

CAT 2025 Exam Slots Out

The CAT exam takes place in three slots. As the CAT 2025 slots are officially out, you can check each of yours in your CAT admit card once they are released on November 12, 2025. The following are the three slot timings.

Official CAT 2025 Slot Timings for Slot 1, Slot 2 & Slot 3

CAT 2025 Slot	Timing	Reporting Time	Session Type
Slot 1	8:30 AM – 10:30 AM	7:00 AM	Morning
Slot 2	12:30 PM – 2:30 PM	11:00 AM	Afternoon
Slot 3	4:30 PM – 6:30 PM	3:00 PM	Evening

Candidates must reach the exam venue at least one hour before the reporting time. Late entry is not allowed once the gates are closed.

Also Read, CAT Slot Timings 2025, Reporting Time & Preparation Tips

CAT 2025 Exam Centres Out

CAT 2025 will be conducted across 155+ test cities in India. Each test city includes multiple centres, ensuring accessibility for all registered candidates. Moreover, these centers are selected based on students' density and accessibility.

CAT Exam Centres List 2025

The table below has the state-wise CAT exam centres list. Check what is near your living area.

State / Union Territory	CAT Test Cities
Andaman & Nicobar	Port Blair
Andhra Pradesh	Anantapur Guntur Kurnool Rajahmundry Visakhapatnam Tirupati Vijayawada
Arunachal Pradesh	Itanagar / Naharlagun
Assam	Dibrugarh Guwahati Silchar Jorhat Tezpur
Bihar	Patna Gaya Muzaffarpur Bhagalpur Darbhanga
Chandigarh	Chandigarh / Mohali
Chhattisgarh	Raipur Bilaspur Bhilai Nagar
Delhi	New Delhi (other regions)
Goa	Panaji / Madgaon
Gujarat	Ahmedabad Surat Vadodara Rajkot Gandhinagar
Haryana	Gurugram Faridabad Hisar Ambala
Himachal Pradesh	Shimla Hamirpur Kangra
Jammu & Kashmir	Jammu Srinagar
Jharkhand	Ranchi Jamshedpur Dhanbad Bokaro Steel City
Karnataka	Bengaluru Mysuru Mangaluru Hubli-Dharwad
Kerala	Thiruvananthapuram Kochi Kozhikode Thrissur
Madhya Pradesh	Bhopal Indore Gwalior Jabalpur
Maharashtra	Mumbai Pune Nagpur Nashik Aurangabad
Odisha	Bhubaneswar Cuttack Rourkela Sambalpur
Punjab	Amritsar Ludhiana Jalandhar Patiala
Rajasthan	Jaipur Jodhpur Udaipur Kota
Tamil Nadu	Chennai Coimbatore Madurai Salem
Telangana	Hyderabad Warangal Karimnagar
Uttar Pradesh	Lucknow Kanpur Varanasi Prayagraj NOIDA
Uttarakhand	Dehradun Roorkee Haldwani
West Bengal	Kolkata Durgapur Siliguri Howrah

Note: You can refer to the official notification for the complete CAT exam centers list PDF. Additionally, keep your tabs on the official CAT 2025 website for updates.

CAT Exam Centers List PDF

The official CAT exam centers list PDF includes all test cities and is available on the IIM CAT website. This generally helps you while choosing the test centers during the CAT 2025 application filling.

How to Download the CAT Exam Centers List PDF:

Visit the official IIM CAT website.
Go to the “Information Bulletin” or “Exam Details” section.
Click on “CAT Exam Centers List PDF.”
Download and check your preferred city details.

CAT Exam City Selection Process 2025

Your CAT exam city is allocated based on the preferences you selected while filling out the application form. The exam authority assigns centres according to seat availability and candidate preferences.

Important Notes:

Allocation is based on; first-come, first-served basis. So, if you applied early, you will get the first option you chose.
Once allotted, changes are not allowed after the correction window closes. At this moment, you can't make any changes.
The allotted centre will be mentioned on the admit card only. Once the CAT admit card is released, download yours and make a physical copy.

CAT Exam Centre Allocation 2025

Criteria	Basis of Allocation
Candidate Preferences	Selected during registration
Seat Availability	Based on the capacity of the test centres
Proximity	Closest to the candidate’s communication address

Note: The final exam centre and slot details appear only on the respective CAT 2025 Admit Card, which will be available from November 12, 2025.

How to Check CAT 2025 Slot Details from Admit Card

Once the CAT 2025 admit card is released, you can verify your slot and centre.

Follow these steps to check the CAT slot and center:

First step is, visit the official CAT 2025 website.
Log in with your user ID and password.
Download your admit card from the dashboard.
Scroll to the “Assessment Details” section.
Note the exam date, shift, and centre address.

If the “Exam Shift/Centre” section shows “Not Updated,” you should check again after the revised date or once the admit card is officially available.

Important instructions for students on CAT exam day:

Don't forget to carry the CAT 2025 admit card and a valid photo ID.
Ensure you reach the centre at least one hour before the reporting time.
Avoid carrying electronic devices, notes, or bags inside the venue. If you have, then leave them outside.
Follow the seating plan and instructions from the invigilator. Also, ensure your name and photo are displayed on the monitor.

CAT 2025 Slot & Exam Centres: Conclusion

Now you know how to check your CAT 2025 slot and exam center. Ensure you reach there ahead with the required documents. Set an alarm in case you think you might miss. Keep your calm, prepare well, revise concepts, and crack the CAT 2025. Take this first step towards your dream B-school. All the best.

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