CAT 2025 Results: The Anticipation Builds as Scorecards Are Expected Soon

As the year draws to a close, over 2.58 lakh candidates who appeared for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 on November 30, 2025, are on the edge of their seats. The release of the CAT 2025 results is imminent, marking a pivotal moment for aspiring MBA students aiming for the prestigious IIMs and other top business schools across India for the 2026-28 batch.

Key Timeline So Far

Exam Date: November 30, 2025 (conducted in three slots by IIM Kozhikode)
Provisional Answer Key Released: December 4, 2025
Objection Window: Closed on December 10, 2025
Final Answer Key Released: December 17, 2025 (after reviewing objections; only one change was incorporated)

With the final answer key now out, the stage is set for the results. While IIM Kozhikode has not officially announced the exact date, various reports and past trends point to a release anytime soon—potentially between late December 2025 and early January 2026.

When Can We Expect the Results?

Historically, CAT results have been declared 20-25 days after the exam:

Last year (CAT 2024), results were out on December 19.
This year, with the final key released on December 17, many experts anticipate the scorecards could drop as early as today or in the coming days, though some sources suggest a window up to December 28-31 or even the first week of January 2026.

Candidates are advised to keep a close eye on the official website, as announcements often come without much prior notice.

How to Download Your CAT 2025 Scorecard

Once released, scorecards will be available exclusively on the official CAT portal: iimcat.ac.in.

Steps to Access Your Result:

Visit iimcat.ac.in.
Log in using your CAT User ID and Password.
Navigate to the ‘Scorecard’ tab.
Download and save the PDF for future reference.

The scorecard will include:

Sectional scaled scores and percentiles (VARC, DILR, QA)
Overall scaled score and percentile
Personal details and category information

Important: No physical scorecards will be sent. The scores are valid until December 31, 2026.

What Happens Next?

The declaration of results kicks off the admission season:

IIM Shortlists: Each IIM will release its own shortlist for Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI) based on CAT percentiles, academic profile, work experience, and diversity factors.
Other B-Schools: Institutions like FMS Delhi, SPJIMR, MDI Gurgaon, and many others will also begin their application and shortlisting processes.
Expected Cutoffs: For older IIMs, overall percentiles for General category calls are typically 95-99+, with sectional cutoffs around 80-85.

Tips for Candidates While Waiting

Predict Your Percentile: Use reliable percentile predictors based on the final answer key.
Prepare Your Profile: Update your resume, brush up on current affairs, and practice for GD/PI/WAT.
Apply Broadly: Keep track of application deadlines for non-IIM institutes—many are already open.

The wait is almost over! For lakhs of aspirants, the CAT 2025 scorecard isn’t just a result—it’s the gateway to transforming career dreams into reality. Stay calm, stay prepared, and good luck!

Check the official website regularly for the latest updates.

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