With CAT 2025 scheduled for November 30, IIM Kozhikode has issued strict exam-day guidelines that candidates must follow to avoid any disruption. The exam will be conducted in three two-hour sessions, and the admit card available at iimcat.ac.in contains crucial details such as reporting time, gate closing time, session slot, exam centre and important instructions.
What to Carry
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Printed CAT 2025 admit card (A4 size) with the same recent photograph used in the application.
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Original valid photo ID: Aadhaar, PAN card, or Indian passport.
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Scribe affidavit (only for approved candidates).
Items Not Allowed
Candidates must strictly avoid carrying:
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Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, electronic gadgets
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Watches (digital or analog)
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Metallic jewellery, accessories
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Footwear with thick soles
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Clothes with large buttons
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Wallets, stationery, calculators, goggles, or any personal items
Important Do’s & Don’ts
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Reach the centre with your printed admit card and original ID.
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Fix the correct photograph on the admit card before entering the centre.
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After the exam, drop your admit card, pen, and scribble pad in the designated box.
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The test must be attempted only using the mouse; using the keyboard will lock the system immediately.
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Candidates must accept the Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before starting the test, forbidding sharing or reproducing any exam content.
A valid CAT 2025 score will enable candidates to apply for postgraduate management programmes across the IIMs and other participating institutions.
