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The payment of the CAT exam fees 2025 is a must for all candidates who wish to appear for the CAT examination. CAT 2025 exam fees is out as the official CAT notification 2025 has been released. CAT 2025 fees for general candidates are Rs. 2600/-, while the CAT 2025 fees for ST/SC candidates are Rs 1300/-. Last year, the CAT exam fees for OBC and the General category were Rs 100 and the CAT exam fees were Rs 2500. Meanwhile, for reserved categories, the CAT exam fee was Rs. 1250. Candidates must note that the CAT exam fees will be paid only online via debit/credit card, net banking, and UPI transactions. The last date for CAT 2025 registration is September 13, 2025. Keep reading this article to find more information on CAT exam fees, CAT registration 2025 fees, CAT exam fees for OBC category students and more.
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The CAT exam fee for registration is a one-time payment to be made to register for the CAT examination. The CAT registration fees will be paid at the time of filling out the online application form, which is expected to start in the first week of August 2025.
The CAT exam fees 2025 for MBA are different for different categories. For General category candidates, the CAT exam fee is Rs. 2500, whereas for candidates from SC, ST, and PwD categories, the CAT exam fee is Rs. 1250.
Category | CAT Exam Fees for Registration |
CAT registration 2025 fees for General, EWS and NC-OBC candidates | Rs. 2600 |
CAT registration 2025 fees for SC, ST and PwD | Rs. 1300 |
*Note that the CAT 2025 exam registration fees might differ slightly from last year. We will update the fees accordingly.
The above-mentioned fees include both the CAT registration fees and the IIM application fees. Keep in mind that the CAT registration 2025 fees are non-refundable.
Payment of the CAT exam fees will be the last step in the CAT registration 2025 process. Candidates applying for the CAT examination can pay the CAT exam fees by following the steps given below.
The transaction fees for each payment method are mentioned in the table below.
Mode of Payment | Transaction Charges |
Credit Card (Master/ Visa) | 1.20% of the transaction amount, subject to a minimum of Rs 5. |
Credit Card (American Express) | 2.85% of the transaction amount, subject to a minimum of Rs 5. |
Debit Card (Master/ Visa) |
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Net Banking | Rs 20 per transaction |
Candidates taking the CAT exams will have to pay the application fees in addition to the CAT exam fee for every IIM they apply to. It is a mandatory part of the application process for every IIM application. The CAT MBA fees for various IIMs are given in the table below.
IIM | CAT MBA Fees |
Rs. 25 Lakhs | |
Rs. 24.5 Lakhs | |
Rs. 23 Lakhs | |
Rs. 26.5 Lakhs | |
Rs. 21.17 Lakhs | |
Rs. 22.5 Lakhs | |
Rs. 21 Lakhs | |
Rs. 18.9 Lakhs | |
Rs. 21.01 Lakhs | |
Rs. 21 Lakhs | |
Rs. 18 Lakhs | |
Rs. 17.5 Lakhs | |
Rs. 18.5 Lakhs | |
Rs. 22.2 Lakhs | |
Rs. 17 Lakhs | |
Rs. 22.71 Lakhs | |
Rs. 17.5 Lakhs | |
Rs. 17.9 Lakhs | |
Rs. 21 Lakhs |
No, there is no provision for a late fee or extra charges to apply for the CAT exam. However, CAT has a specific registration window where the application and the fees must be submitted within the stipulated time frame. Any application submitted after the deadline will not be accepted by the conducting body. Therefore, it is advised that all candidates must register and pay the CAT application fee before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical glitches or hassles.
All MBA aspirants must note that the fee paid for the CAT exam applications is non-refundable under any circumstances. Post payment of the CAT exam fees, the fees will not be transferable to another candidate or adjusted for future exams.
Therefore, it is advised that candidates ensure they make the payment carefully. In rare cases, if the candidate makes a double payment due to technical glitches, they might be able to get their CAT exam fees refunded. In case your CAT exam fee payment fails, but the amount is still deducted, you must contact the CAT helpdesk immediately.
Once the CAT application form has been submitted and the payment has been made, there is no option to cancel your CAT registration or receive a refund. Or, if you decide not to take the CAT 2025 exam, your registration fee will still NOT be refunded.
Here are some of the common mistakes to avoid while paying the CAT exam fees:
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A 70 percentile in the CAT exam is considered to be moderate to good score which can open doors to manu reputable B-schools in India.
The CAT exam fee is Rs. 2500 for candidates of the General and OBC categories. For SC, ST, and PWD category candidates the CAT exam fee is Rs. 1250. The CAT exam fee is to be paid online via credit/debit card, net banking, and UPI.
No, a CAT score is valid for one year only. This means that the score from a particular CAT exam can be used for admission in the academic year immediately following the exam.
Yes, the CAT exam duration is 2 hours (120 minutes). Each section is timed for 40 minutes, resulting in a total time duration of 2 hours.
To be eligible for the Common Admission Test (CAT) exam, candidates need a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD category. There is no upper age limit for CAT exam, but candidates should have completed their graduation or should be in the final year of graduation.
No, the CAT exam fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
No, the CAT exam fee must be paid online through credit/debit cards, net banking, or UPI.
The CAT exam fee for General and OBC candidates is ₹2,500.
The lowest MBA fee stands at Rs. 17 lakhs at IIM Bodh Gaya. It is the cheapest among all the IIMs. Other than IIM Bodh Gaya IIM Ranchi, IIM Sirmaur, and IIM Vizag are also some of the more pocket-friendly options for candidates seeking an MBA from IIM.
One of the reasons for IIM being so expensive is that they are not completely government-funded educational institutions. Apart from this the infrastructure, faculty, and placement records also make the IIMs very expensive.
On Question asked by student community
Hello dear candidate,
Yes, you have a very good chance of getting a BPT seat with 488 out of 600 and TS EAMCET rank of 14,000 under the ST category.
As the cut off of BPT for ST category students are generally between 25,000 to 45,000 ranks, depending upon the college and you have TS EAMCET rank of 14,000.
Thank you.
If you got 802 marks in Telangana Intermediate and belong to the ST category, you have a fair chance to get admission in a BPT course in 2025, but it depends on the college and cut-off. Most BPT colleges in Telangana ask for 12th marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and some also use the TS EAMCET rank for admission. The cut-off for ST students is usually lower than for general students, but it changes every year. It is better to check the previous year’s cut-offs of the colleges you want to apply to.
Hello, Getting shortlisted for IIM Lucknow or IIT Bombay (SJMSOM) with your profile is challenging, primarily due to your 58% in Class 10th, which significantly impacts the composite score calculation for both institutes. While your 98 percentile CAT score is excellent, and your 24 months of work experience, B.Com (Hons) background (providing academic diversity, especially for IIM-L), and KVS National player status are valuable additions, top IIMs and IITs heavily weigh consistent academic performance. Your 74% in 12th is also on the lower side. IIM Lucknow places substantial weight on 10th and 12th marks, making a call quite difficult despite your strengths. You likely have a relatively better, though still uncertain, chance at IIT Bombay, as their weighting might be slightly less penalizing for past academics compared to IIM-L, and your high CAT score is a major factor. However, the low 10th score remains a significant hurdle for both prestigious institutions.
I hope you found this information helpful and for study related queries you can ask in careers360 app, Have a great day and!
Hey,
You already have a strong profile with the score of 58% in Class 10, 74% in Class 12, and 80% in graduation, but admission in IIT Bombay, Shailesh J Mehta School of Management is quite competitive, especially if you are in general category because the cutoff for general goes to 98.5-99%. Your CAT percentage is impressive but your 10th marks might reduce your score during the shortlisting process. If you perform well in Written Ability Test and Personal Interview, and present your commerce background you still stand a fair chance. But it would also be wise if you have some backups like MDI Gurugram, IMT Ghaziabad, IMI Delhi, where your marks and profile will fit well in their selection range.
HELLO,
I am providing you the link below through which you will be able to download the previous 10 years CAT question papers
Here is the link :- CAT Previous year Question papers
Hope this Helps!
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