The Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Kozhikode, will release the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 results tomorrow, **December 19, 2025**. Candidates who appeared for the exam on **November 30, 2025**, can download their scorecards from the official website, iimcat.ac.in. User ID and password credentials are required to access the results.
The CAT 2025 examination took place on November 30, 2025, across 170 test centres nationwide. The exam was conducted in three separate slots. IIM Kozhikode previously released the final answer key on December 17, 2025. Result declaration follows within two days of the final answer key release.
About the Common Admission Test (CAT)
The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a national-level entrance examination. It serves as a prerequisite for admission to postgraduate management programs. These include MBA and Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) courses. Top institutions like the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and numerous other management colleges across India use CAT scores for their selection processes. The exam assesses a candidate’s aptitude in Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Ability (QA).
CAT 2025 Key Details
Candidates can review important details regarding the CAT 2025 examination and its result release:
| Overview | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Common Admission Test (CAT) |
| Conducting Body | Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Kozhikode |
| Academic Year | 2025-26 |
| Official Website | iimcat.ac.in |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Stream | Management |
| Level | Postgraduate (PG) |
| Exam Date | November 30, 2025 |
| Test Centres | 170 |
| Exam Slots | 3 |
| Final Answer Key Release | December 17, 2025 |
| Result Date | December 19, 2025 |
| Login Credentials | User ID, Password |
Downloading Your CAT 2025 Scorecard
Candidates must follow a specific procedure to download their CAT 2025 result scorecard. The process involves accessing the official CAT portal with personal login details. Direct access to the scorecard is available through the candidate dashboard.
- Visit the official CAT 2025 website: iimcat.ac.in.
- Click on the ‘Result’ link. This link is typically prominent on the homepage or in the navigation menu.
- Enter your assigned User ID and Password in the designated login fields.
- Submit the credentials to log into your candidate dashboard securely.
- Locate and click on the specific tab or link titled ‘CAT 2025 Result Scorecard’.
- The official CAT 2025 scorecard will display on your screen.
- Review all displayed details for accuracy.
- Download the scorecard as a PDF document for your records.
- Print a physical copy for future reference and subsequent admission procedures.
What the Scorecard Contains
The CAT 2025 scorecard provides crucial information for candidates. It includes the candidate’s overall percentile, reflecting their performance relative to other test takers. Sectional percentiles for Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Ability are also listed. The scorecard shows scaled scores for each section. Personal details such as the candidate’s name, registration number, and photograph are present. This document is essential for all subsequent stages of the admission process to management programs across India.
Next Steps for Candidates
Following the result declaration, IIMs and other participating management institutes will begin their shortlisting process. This phase involves identifying candidates eligible for the next selection rounds. Shortlisted candidates receive invitations for subsequent selection rounds directly from their chosen institutes. These rounds typically include a Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and a Personal Interview (PI). Each institute sets its own minimum CAT percentile cut-offs for shortlisting candidates. These cut-offs vary based on the institute, program, and candidate category. Candidates should regularly check the individual websites of their target institutes for specific criteria, deadlines, and further instructions regarding the admission process.