IIM Kozhikode will publish the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 provisional answer key tomorrow, December 4 . Candidates can access the key on the official website,iimcat.ac.in. The objection window for the provisional key will close on December 10 at 5:00 PM IST.
Accessing and Reviewing the Answer Key
To view the provisional answer key, candidates must visit the IIM CAT official portal. They will need their CAT login credentials, including User ID and Password. The answer key displays correct answers for all questions asked in the exam. Candidates can cross-verify their marked responses against the official solutions. This process helps them estimate their raw scores before results are formally announced.
The Objection Submission Process
Candidates can raise objections against any question or its corresponding answer in the provisional key. A specific “Candidate Response & Objection Form” link will be available on the portal. A non-refundable fee applies for each objection submitted. IIM Kozhikode will specify the exact fee amount and payment method on the website. Candidates must provide strong factual justification and supporting evidence for each challenge. Submissions without proper evidence may not be considered. The deadline for submitting objections is December 10 .
Once the objection window closes, a panel of subject matter experts will carefully review all submitted challenges. This review aims to identify and correct any inaccuracies in the provisional key. After this thorough evaluation, the final answer key will be published. No further objections will be accepted against the final, reviewed key.
Key Dates for CAT 2025 Answer Key and Objections
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAT 2025 Provisional Answer Key Release | December 4 |
| Objection Submission Window Closes | December 10 , 5:00 PM IST |
| Final Answer Key Release | (To be announced, typically late December) |
| CAT 2025 Results Declaration | (To be announced, typically second week of January 2025) |
Understanding the Common Admission Test (CAT)
The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a computer-based national-level entrance examination. It serves as a prerequisite for admission to various postgraduate management programs. These programs include Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) degrees. All 21 Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) accept CAT scores. Over 150 other top business schools across India also use CAT scores for their admissions process.
IIM Kozhikode conducted CAT 2025 on November 24, 2024 . The examination occurred in three distinct sessions across 167 test cities. The paper comprised three sections: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Aptitude (QA). Each section had a 40-minute time limit, totaling 120 minutes for the exam. Approximately 2.88 lakh candidates appeared for CAT 2025 out of 3.28 lakh registered applicants. This significant participation highlights CAT’s role as a premier management entrance exam in India.
Importance of the Provisional Answer Key
The release of the provisional answer key ensures transparency in the evaluation process. It allows candidates to compare their marked responses with the official solutions. This step helps them calculate potential raw scores. It also provides a formal mechanism to identify and challenge any perceived errors in the questions or answers. This process safeguards fairness and accuracy before the final results are compiled and announced. It is a critical stage for candidates to ensure their performance is correctly assessed.
Next Steps for Candidates and Result Declaration
Following the review of objections and release of the final answer key, IIM Kozhikode will declare the official CAT 2025 results. This declaration is typically expected in the second week of January 2025. Candidates will be able to download their individual scorecards from the official website,iimcat.ac.in, using their login credentials. The scorecard will display their overall and sectional scaled scores, along with their respective percentiles.
These scorecards are essential for the subsequent admission process at IIMs and other participating institutions. The admission process typically involves a combination of Written Ability Tests (WAT), Group Discussions (GD), and Personal Interviews (PI). Candidates should continuously monitor the official IIM CAT website for all further updates, including result announcements and subsequent selection process timelines. Adherence to all specified deadlines remains crucial for all applicants.