What is the CAT 2025 exam date?

The CAT 2025 exam will be held on November 30, 2025 across India in three sessions.

Which Non-IIM MBA colleges have early deadlines in 2025?

NMIMS (October 10, 2025), MDI Gurgaon (November 22, 2025), and SPJIMR Mumbai (December 22, 2025) have early deadlines.

What is the application deadline for XLRI Jamshedpur?

The last date to apply for XLRI Jamshedpur is December 5, 2025 through the XAT application portal.

Do I need separate applications for Non-IIM MBA colleges?

Yes, even if they accept CAT/XAT/NMAT scores, most Non-IIM colleges like XLRI, MDI, and FMS require separate applications.

When is the last date to apply for ISB Hyderabad MBA 2025?

The ISB Hyderabad MBA application deadline is January 25, 2026.

Which MBA entrance exams are important for 2025 admissions?

The major MBA entrance exams are CAT, XAT, NMAT, SNAP, GMAT, and CMAT.

What is the SNAP 2025 exam schedule?

SNAP 2025 is expected in December 2025, tentatively on 6, 14, and 20 December 2025.

MBA Application Deadlines 2025, College-wise Form Last Date

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MBA Application Deadlines 2025, College-wise Form Last Date

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MBA application deadlines 2025: The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) conduct the CAT (Common Admission Test), which is the most popular exam for MBA admissions in IIM colleges and many other colleges. The CAT 2025 registration starts on August 1, 2025, and the last date to apply is September 13, 2025. The exam will be held on November 30, 2025. Applying for MBA programs in 2025 requires careful planning and awareness of important deadlines. India’s top business schools, including IIMs and Non-IIM colleges, have specific application timelines that candidates must follow.

Additionally, many Non-IIM colleges require separate applications even if they accept common exam scores. To maximize your chances of admission, it’s important to track all relevant dates carefully. Below is a detailed overview of the key MBA entrance exam dates and application deadlines for top colleges in India for 2025.

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MBA Application Deadlines 2025

The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025, conducted by IIM Kozhikode, is scheduled for November 30, 2025 . The registration period opened on August 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM IST and closes on September 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM IST.After registration closes, candidates will have a correction window (tentative) from September 22 to 25 to modify details like test center, photo, and signature

Top MBA Colleges Application Deadlines

Applying to the best MBA colleges in India requires knowing the important deadlines. Different colleges have their own last dates to accept applications, and many require scores from entrance exams like CAT, XAT, NMAT, or GMAT. Keeping track of these deadlines helps you apply on time and increases your chances of getting admission. Below is a list of top MBA colleges along with their latest application deadlines for 2025.

Non-IIM MBA colleges Application Deadline

It’s important to know their application deadlines so you can apply on time and keep your options open. Here is a list of popular Non-IIM MBA colleges with their latest application deadlines for 2025.

College Name	Application Deadline (Tentative)	Accepted Exams	Application Mode
XLRI Jamshedpur	December 5, 2025	XAT	Apply through XLRI portal
MDI Gurgaon	November 28, 2025	CAT	Apply through MDI portal
ISB Hyderabad (PGP YL)	December 14, 2025 (Round 1)	CAT, GMAT	Separate application with essays
IIT Delhi	January 26, 2026	CAT	Apply through IIT Delhi portal
IIT Bombay	January 31, 2026	CAT	Apply through IIT Bombay portal
JBIMS Mumbai	January 25, 2026	CAT, MAH CET, CMAT	Separate application
TISS Mumbai	December 17, 2025	CAT	Apply through TISS portal
SPJIMR Mumbai	November 28, 2025	CAT, XAT	Apply through SPJIMR portal
FMS Delhi	November 28, 2025	CAT	Through DU (requires DU registration)
IMT Ghaziabad	November 30, 2025	CAT, XAT, GMAT	Apply through IMT portal
IIFT Delhi	November 28, 2025	CAT	Separate application form
NMIMS Mumbai	October 10, 2025	NMAT	Apply through NMIMS portal
Symbiosis (SIBM, SCMHRD, etc.)	December 5, 2025	SNAP	SNAP + separate institute form
TAPMI Manipal	December 29, 2025	CAT, XAT, GMAT	Apply through TAPMI portal
XIM Bhubaneswar (XIMB)	December 10, 2025	CAT, XAT, GMAT	Apply through XUB portal
GIM Goa	November 27, 2025	CAT, XAT	Separate application form
Great Lakes (GLIM)	December 4, 2025	CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT	Apply through GLIM portal
IRMA Anand	December 26, 2025	CAT, XAT	Apply through IRMA portal
MICA Ahmedabad	November 22, 2025	MICAT + CAT/XAT/GMAT	Apply through MICA portal
DFS/DBE (DU)	January 15, 2026	CAT	Separate DU application
K J Somaiya, Mumbai	January 20, 2026	CAT, XAT, CMAT, NMAT, GMAT	Apply through Somaiya portal
Welingkar (WeSchool)	January 15, 2026	CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT	Apply through WeSchool portal
UBS Chandigarh	February 3, 2026	CAT, XAT	Apply through PU portal

IIM MBA colleges Application Deadline

You need to register for the CAT exam first, and through that single registration, you can apply to all the IIMs. It’s important to complete your CAT registration before the deadline to be eligible for admission in any IIM.

Event	Date / Deadline	Notes
CAT 2025 Notification	July 28, 2025 (released)	Official notice by IIM Kozhikode
CAT 2025 Registration Opens	August 1, 2025 (10:00 AM)	Online at iimcat.ac.in
CAT 2025 Registration Ends	September 19, 2025 (5:00 PM)	Extended for 1 week
CAT 2025 Correction Window	October 5 - October 8 2025	Limited edits (photo, signature, test city)
CAT 2025 Admit Card	November 5, 2025	Download from the CAT official site
CAT 2025 Exam Date	November 30, 2025	Conducted in 3 sessions across India
CAT 2025 Result Announcement	First week of January 2026 (Expected)	Results used for IIM and other B-school shortlisting

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MBA Application Deadlines for Top Colleges

If you want to join a top MBA college in India, you need to apply before their deadlines. Different colleges have different last dates to submit applications, and they accept scores from various entrance exams like CAT, XAT, NMAT, and others. It’s important to know these deadlines so you don’t miss your chance. Below is a list of top MBA colleges with their latest application deadlines for 2025

College / Institute	Latest Application Deadline (Expected)
IIMs (All)	September 19, 2025
XLRI Jamshedpur	December 5, 2025
SPJIMR Mumbai	November 28, 2025
MDI Gurgaon	November 28, 2025
FMS Delhi	November 28, 2025
NMIMS Mumbai	October 10, 2025
SIBM Pune (Symbiosis)	December 5, 2025
Great Lakes Chennai/Gurgaon	4 December 2025
IMT Ghaziabad / IMI Delhi	November 30, 2025
BITS Pilani (MBA Analytics)	February 28, 2026

Also Read, Non-IIM MBA Colleges Accepting Separate Application Form

MBA Application Deadlines for Entrance Exams

When applying for MBA programs in India, you need to take one or more entrance exams. Each exam has its own registration dates, exam dates, and result announcements. It’s important to know these deadlines so you don’t miss the chance to apply to your favorite colleges. Here is a quick overview of the key MBA entrance exams and their important dates for 2025

Entrance Exam	Registration Start Date	Registration Deadline	Exam Date(s)
CAT 2025	August 1, 2025	September 19, 2025	November 30, 2025
XAT 2025	1st August 2025	December 5, 2025	January 4, 2026
NMAT 2025	1st August 2025	October 10, 2025	October – December 2025
SNAP 2025	1st August 2025	20th November 2025	6, 14, 20 December 2025
GMAT	Rolling	Rolling	Rolling
CMAT 2025	17th October 2025	18th November 2025	January 2026 (Tentative)

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MBA Application Deadlines 2025: Conclusion

Applying for MBA programs in 2025 requires strategic planning and close attention to application deadlines. The CAT 2025 registration runs from August 1 to September 19, with the exam scheduled for November 30, 2025. Apart from IIMs, Non-IIM colleges like XLRI, FMS, SPJIMR, NMIMS, and ISB have their own separate application deadlines, ranging from October 2025 to early 2026. Candidates should carefully track these dates and apply early to secure their chances at multiple institutes.

Since top B-schools accept different exam scores such as CAT, XAT, NMAT, SNAP, and GMAT, it is important for aspirants to align their preparation with the relevant exams. Missing a deadline could mean losing out on an entire admission cycle. Therefore, keeping a calendar of MBA application deadlines 2025 ensures timely submissions and maximizes the chances of admission into India’s leading business schools.

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