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Are CAT Results Out 2025? Complete Guide to CAT Result Date, Scorecard & What to Do Next
Every year, lakhs of MBA aspirants eagerly wait for one question after the CAT exam:
“Are CAT results out?”
If you’re searching for CAT Result 2025 latest updates, you’re in the right place. In this detailed CatKing blog, we break down CAT result status, expected date, scorecard download steps, percentile details, and what comes after the results.
Are CAT Results Out 2025?
As of now, CAT Result 2025 has NOT been officially declared. The result will be released on the official CAT website iimcat.ac.in.
However, based on:
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Release of the final answer key
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Past year result timelines
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Media reports and official trends
The CAT 2025 result is expected anytime between late December 2025 and early January 2026.
The exam was conducted on 30 November 2025, and historically, CAT results are announced 20–25 days after the exam.
Who Releases the CAT 2025 Result?
The CAT exam is conducted by one of the IIMs every year. For CAT 2025, the exam authority is IIM Kozhikode.
Once the evaluation process, normalization, and percentile calculations are completed, the results are uploaded on the official portal.
What Happens Before CAT Results Are Declared?
To understand the delay, here’s what happens behind the scenes:
1. Provisional Answer Key
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Released first after the exam
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Candidates get a chance to raise objections
2. Final Answer Key
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Released after reviewing all objections
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This is used for final score calculation
3. Score Normalization
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Since CAT is conducted in multiple slots, scores are normalized to ensure fairness
4. Percentile Calculation
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Your performance is compared with all test-takers to calculate percentiles
Only after all these steps does the CAT 2025 scorecard get released.
Expected CAT Result Date 2025 (Based on Past Trends)
| CAT Year | Exam Date | Result Date |
|---|---|---|
| CAT 2023 | Nov 26 | Dec 21 |
| CAT 2024 | Nov 26 | Dec 21 |
| CAT 2025 | Nov 30 | Late Dec / Early Jan (Expected) |
This makes it very likely that CAT 2025 results will be out any day now.
How to Check CAT Result 2025 – Step-by-Step Guide
Once the result is announced, follow these steps to download your scorecard:
1. Visit iimcat.ac.in
2. Click on CAT 2025 Scorecard Download
3. Enter your CAT User ID & Password
4. Click on Login
5. Download and save your CAT 2025 Scorecard PDF
Important:
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Scorecards are available for a limited time only
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Download and store multiple copies
Details Mentioned on CAT 2025 Scorecard
Your CAT scorecard will include:
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Candidate Name & Registration Number
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Section-wise Scaled Scores
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VARC (Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension)
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DILR (Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning)
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Quantitative Aptitude
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Overall Scaled Score
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Section-wise Percentiles
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Overall Percentile
Percentile, not raw score, is what colleges consider for shortlisting.
What Is a Good CAT Percentile in 2025?
Here’s a general idea (approximate):
| Percentile Range | College Chances |
|---|---|
| 99+ | Top IIMs (A, B, C), FMS |
| 95–98 | New & Baby IIMs, IITs |
| 90–94 | IMT, IMI, GIM, GLIM |
| 80–89 | Tier-2 MBA colleges |
| Below 80 | Profile-based colleges |
Cut-offs vary every year based on:
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Number of candidates
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Difficulty level
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College admission criteria
What to Do After CAT Results 2025?
Once your result is out, the real MBA journey begins.
1. IIM Shortlisting
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Each IIM releases its own shortlist
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Criteria includes CAT percentile + academics + work experience + diversity
2. WAT–PI–GD Preparation
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Written Ability Test (WAT)
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Personal Interview (PI)
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Group Discussion (GD) (for some colleges)
3. Apply to Non-IIM Colleges
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Colleges like IMT, IMI, SPJIMR, MDI, etc., open forms after results
4. Profile Evaluation
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Analyze your chances realistically
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Apply smartly, not blindly
Common FAQs on CAT Result 2025
1. Is CAT Result 2025 released?
No, the result is expected very soon.
2. Where can I check CAT results?
Only on the official website: iimcat.ac.in
3. Will I receive the scorecard by email?
No. You must log in and download it yourself.
4. Can I request rechecking of CAT results?
No. CAT results are final and non-challengeable.
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