CAT 2025 Results LIVE: Direct Link to Check IIM CAT Scorecard, Cut-Offs, Percentile & What’s Next
CAT 2025 Results LIVE: Direct Link to Check IIM CAT Scorecard
CAT Result 2025 LIVE Updates: The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM Kozhikode) is expected to declare the CAT 2025 result anytime soon on the official website iimcat.ac.in. Candidates who appeared for the Common Admission Test on November 30, 2025, can download their CAT 2025 scorecard using their CAT ID and password once the link is activated.
This year, CAT 2025 was conducted in three sessions across 339 test centres in 170 cities, witnessing participation from around 2.58 lakh candidates. With the final answer key already released and objections addressed, all eyes are now on the result announcement that will shape the MBA admission cycle for 2026.
CAT 2025 Result Date & Latest Official Status
As per information available in the CAT 2025 bulletin and past trends, the result is expected in the last week of December 2025 or early January 2026. While IIM Kozhikode has not announced an exact date yet, candidates are advised to keep their login credentials ready.
Exam Date: November 30, 2025
Provisional Answer Key: December 4, 2025
Objection Window: December 8 to December 10, 2025
Final Answer Key: December 17, 2025
Cat Result 2025 Out: 24/dec/2025
Only one objection out of 187 submissions was accepted after expert review, indicating minimal changes in the final evaluation.
How to Check CAT 2025 Result & Download Scorecard
The CAT result will be available only through candidate login. Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the official website: iimcat.ac.in
- Click on “CAT 2025 Result / Scorecard Download”
- Enter your CAT User ID and Password
- Open the Scorecard tab
- Download and save the CAT 2025 Scorecard PDF
Candidates are strongly advised to keep multiple copies of the scorecard for future admission stages.
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Details Mentioned on CAT 2025 Scorecard
The CAT 2025 scorecard will display the following information:
- Candidate’s name and registration number
- Section-wise scaled scores (VARC, DILR, QA)
- Overall scaled score
- Sectional & overall percentiles
- Qualification status
These scores will be used by IIMs and other B-schools to shortlist candidates for further selection rounds.
CAT 2025 Percentile Calculation Explained
CAT follows a normalisation process to ensure fairness across multiple shifts. Here’s how it works:
- Raw Score Calculation:
- +3 marks for correct answers
- −1 mark for incorrect MCQs
- No negative marking for non-MCQs
- Raw scores are normalised across slots
- Normalised scores are then converted into percentiles
- Percentiles indicate a candidate’s relative performance compared to others
This method ensures no candidate is disadvantaged due to slot difficulty variations.
You can use a CAT Percentile Predictor 2025 to get an estimate of your expected percentile based on your CAT score.
What Happens After CAT 2025 Results?
Once the results are declared, each IIM releases its own shortlist based on institute-specific criteria. The next stages usually include:
- Writing Ability Test (WAT)
- Group Discussion (GD) (or case-based discussion)
- Personal Interview (PI)
Apart from CAT scores, IIMs also consider the following factors:
- Academic performance (Class 10, 12, Graduation)
- Work experience
- Gender & academic diversity
Documents Required for IIM Interviews
Shortlisted candidates must carry original documents along with attested copies:
- Interview call letter
- CAT 2025 scorecard
- Class 10 & 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Graduation mark sheets and degree
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Work experience certificates (if any)
- For final-year students: A certificate from your institution confirming eligibility.
Expected CAT 2025 Cut-Offs for Top Non-IIM Colleges
| Institute | Expected Percentile |
|---|---|
| FMS Delhi | 98–99+ |
| IIFT Delhi | 95–99 |
| SPJIMR Mumbai | 95–99 |
| MDI Gurgaon | 97–99 |
| JBIMS Mumbai | 96 |
| IMT Ghaziabad | 95–97 |
| IMI New Delhi | 90 |
| XIM Bhubaneswar | 91 |
| GIM Goa | 85 |
| TAPMI Manipal | 80 |
Actual cut-offs will be confirmed after results are released.
IIM Ahmedabad: Fees & Financial Assistance
The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, ranked #1 in NIRF 2025, offers need-based financial aid to eligible students.
PGP 2025–27 Total Fee: ₹27.5 lakh
Tuition Fee: ₹20.1 lakh
Personal expenses excluded
The Need-Based Scholarship Scheme considers factors like family income, assets, and dependents. Students can also opt for education loans from leading banks.
Programmes Offered by Top IIMs
- PGP
- PGPEM
- PGPBA
- PGPPM
- Executive PGP & PhD
- PGP
- PGP-BL
- PGP-Finance
- PGP-LSM
- EPGP (Kochi)
CAT 2025 Score Validity
The CAT 2025 score will remain valid until **December 31, 2026**, allowing candidates to apply across multiple admission cycles where applicable.
CAT 2025 Results LIVE: What Candidates Should Do Now
After the CAT 2025 results are released, candidates should:
- Regularly check iimcat.ac.in for updates
- Keep documents ready for interviews
- Track individual IIM shortlisting announcements
- Realistically analyze cut-offs before applying
The declaration of CAT 2025 results marks the beginning of one of the most competitive MBA admission journeys in India. Candidates are advised to stay calm, informed, and prepared for the next phase.
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