The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 will be conducted on November 30, 2025, and it is an important exam for admission to postgraduate and doctorate programs at Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs).
CAT 2025 is your best choice for a variety of chances at India’s best business universities. This article takes a deep look at the courses available at IIMs through the CAT 2025 exam.
Postgraduate programs offered by IIMs
Each IIM provides a variety of Postgraduate Programs (PGP) in Management. These programs cover a variety of fields, including business analytics, healthcare, and public policy. Here’s a list of the courses available:
| Institute | Postgraduate Programs (PGP) |
|---|---|
| IIM Ahmedabad | PGP, PGP-FABM, ePGD-ABA (ePost Graduate Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics) |
| IIM Amritsar | MBA, MBA-Business Analytics, MBA-HRM, EMBA, M.Sc. in Data Science (MSDSM) jointly offered with IIT Ropar |
| IIM Bangalore | PGP, PGPEM, PGPBA, PGPPM |
| IIM Bodh Gaya | MBA, MBA (Digital Business Management), MBA (Hospital and Healthcare Management), Executive MBA (EMBA) |
| IIM Calcutta | MBA |
| IIM Indore | PGP, PGP-HRM, MSDSM (Master of Science in Data Science and Management), PGPMX |
| IIM Jammu | MBA, MBA (Healthcare), Executive MBA |
| IIM Kashipur | MBA, MBA (Analytics), EMBA, EMBA (Analytics) |
Doctoral programs in management (FPM).
In addition to postgraduate programs, IIMs provide Doctorate Programs in Management (FPM), which are equivalent to PhD programs. These doctoral programs are aimed for students who want to go into research and academic careers in management.
| Institute | Doctoral Programs (PhD) |
| IIM Ahmedabad | Doctoral Programme in Management |
| IIM Amritsar | PhD |
| IIM Bangalore | PhD |
| IIM Bodh Gaya | PhD |
| IIM Calcutta | Doctoral Programme (PhD) |
| IIM Indore | Doctoral Programme in Management |
| IIM Jammu | PhD, PhD (Working Professionals) |
| IIM Kozhikode | Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD), Doctoral Programme in Management Practice Track (PhD PT) |
How to Apply for CAT 2025.
Make regular visits to the official IIM websites for updates.
The application process for CAT 2025 is set to start soon. Students can apply using the official IIM CAT website.
Following the CAT exam, each IIM will release its cutoffs and admission requirements for various courses.
Conclusion: Take the next step in your management career
CAT 2025 is not only an exam; it’s a great chance to advance your career in management, business analytics, and other specialized fields. With a wide range of programs offered at the top IIMs, you can select the course that best fits your professional goals. Check the official IIM websites on a regular basis for the most current admission details and deadlines.
