IIM Kozhikode has released the final answer key for the Common Admission Test (CAT 2025). The key is available for download on the official website,iimcat.ac.in. Results for 2.58 lakh candidates are expected to be declared shortly.
The computer-based written test for CAT 2025 was held on November 30 . This exam serves as a gateway for admissions to MBA and other management programs offered by government and private colleges across India.
Objections to Provisional Answer Key
Candidates had previously raised objections against the provisional CAT 2025 answer key. A total of 187 objections were submitted for review. IIM Kozhikode confirmed that only one of these objections was accepted following the review process.
How to Download the CAT 2025 Final Answer Key
Candidates can follow these steps to download the final answer key:
- Visit the official CAT website atiimcat.ac.in.
- Click on the Candidate Login section.
- Enter your User ID and Password.
- Locate and click the link titled “CAT 2025 Final Answer Key.”
- Download the PDF file for future reference.
CAT 2025 Result Details
The CAT 2025 scorecard will provide comprehensive information regarding a candidate’s performance. It will include the following details:
- CAT 2025 Registration Number
- Candidate’s Name and Date of Birth
- Exam Date, Slot, and Timings
- CAT 2025 Scaled Score
- Section-wise Marks
- Section-wise Percentile
- Overall Score
- Validity of the Score
Candidates must keep their scorecard safe. It is a mandatory document for the subsequent admission stages.
MBA Admission Selection Process
Candidates who qualify for CAT 2025 must undergo a multi-stage selection process for MBA admissions. The process typically involves three key stages:
- Written Ability Test (WAT): Candidates write essays or analyze cases to demonstrate writing skills and analytical ability.
- Personal Interview (PI) Round: Candidates face an interview panel to assess their communication skills, personality, and suitability for management programs.
- Group Discussion (GD): Candidates discuss a given topic in a group setting to evaluate their leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
Final selection for MBA, PGDM, and PGP programs relies on a composite score. This score combines CAT performance, WAT, PI, GD, and academic record. The exact weighting of these components varies for each IIM.
Expected Percentile vs. Score
Based on previous trends and expert analysis, candidates can estimate their percentile based on their raw scores. This information helps candidates understand their performance relative to others.
| Score Range (Marks) | Expected Percentile Range |
|---|---|
| 41 | 99 Percentile |
| 30-36 | 95-98 Percentile |
This provides a general guideline for performance expectations. Official percentiles will be released with the CAT 2025 results.