Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 will be conducted by IIM Kozhikode on November 30, 2025, based on which aspirants will be granted admission into IIMs and other private and government B-schools. Besides B-Schools, some institutes, like IITs and IISc, may also use CAT results as a criterion to grant admission to students in their management programs. The CAT 2025 results are expected to be available for candidates to access once the official result is announced.
CAT 2025
CAT is a computer-based standardized test that assesses a candidate’s ability in various domains of
Quantitative Ability (QA) , Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR). The CAT 2025 exam is scheduled for November 30, 2025, with 3 sections: VARC (24 questions), DILR (20-22 questions), and QA (22 questions), for a total duration of 120 minutes (40 minutes per section). The question types include MCQs and TITA, with a marking scheme of +3 for correct answers, -1 for incorrect MCQs, and no negative marking for TITA. The CAT 2025 results are expected to be released in the first week of January 2026. While many aspirants may estimate their score and percentile soon after the exam, they will need the official result to confirm their performance.
CAT 2025 Result: Important Things to Know
- After the results are declared, the link for 'CAT Score card' is expected to be live on the official website.
- Once the CAT 2025 result is available, you will likely be able to download the scorecard directly from the website.
- Your CAT score is expected to be sent to you via SMS once the result is declared.
- Only candidates who take the CAT will be entitled to receive the CAT scorecard.
- The scorecard is not expected to be sent by email or post.
- The overall scaled score is calculated as the sum of the scaled scores from the three sections. The CAT percentile indicates the percentage of candidates who scored less than or equal to your score.
- IIMs and Non-IIM member institutions independently decide how to use CAT 2025 scores in their respective selection processes.
- Any process violation or inaccurate information provided at any stage may lead to candidate disqualification.
- The CAT score is valid for one year, so the CAT 2025 score is expected to be valid until December 31, 2026, subject to meeting the minimum eligibility marks in the qualifying examination.
CAT exam dates were announced on July 27, 2025, with registration from August 1 to September 13, 2025, and admit cards available from November 5 to November 30, 2025.
How to Check Your CAT 2025 Result
Once the official CAT 2025 result is released, follow these steps to download your scorecard:
Step 1: Visit the official website (iimcat.ac.in)
Step 2: Click on 'CAT 2025 scorecard download'
Step 3: Enter CAT 2025 ID and password
Step 4: Click on the 'scorecard' tab
Step 5: Download the CAT result 2025 PDF
Candidates are advised to keep a printout of the scorecard for future reference.
What to Do After Receiving Your CAT Result?
After accessing your CAT 2025 result, you will need to prepare for the next phase of the selection process. Consider these key points as you move forward:
- Organize and self-attest copies of your academic documents, including degree certificates and mark sheets. Complete this early to avoid last-minute stress.
- Explore colleges that match your CAT score and submit applications to those still accepting applicants.
- Keep track of your submitted college applications and note deadlines for upcoming rounds.
- Understand the unique selection and counselling processes of different B-schools.
- Prepare for the selection rounds, which typically include group discussions, personal interviews, and writing ability tests.
- Review each college’s admission requirements to ensure you meet document and other criteria.
Remember, your CAT result does not guarantee admission. Preparation for the remaining selection rounds is essential to secure a seat in a reputed college.
FAQs about CAT 2025 Result
1. When is the CAT 2025 result expected to be declared?
The CAT 2025 result is tentatively expected to be announced in the first week of January 2026.
2. What was the highest CAT score in recent years?
In previous years, multiple candidates achieved a 100 percentile, with top scores often reaching above 180 out of 198 marks.
3. How can I check my CAT 2025 result?
After the results are announced, log in on the official website to access and download your CAT scorecard.
4. What happens after the CAT 2025 result?
After the result, candidates are expected to receive calls from the B-schools they applied to, based on the respective shortlisting criteria. The next rounds typically involve GD, interviews, and WAT.
5. What is considered a good CAT score?
This depends on the B-school you aim for. For top-tier schools, a percentile of 95+ is generally desirable, with most reputed schools having cut-offs of 90 and above.
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