The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025, conducted across multiple slots in November, is one of India’s most competitive management entrance exams. Aspirants who appeared are now eagerly awaiting the announcement of results, which is tentatively expected in January 2026. The CAT score will determine admission to IIMs and other top B-schools in India.
Tentative CAT 2025 Result Date and Declaration Process
The CAT 2025 results are anticipated to be declared in the first week of January 2026, as per historical trends of previous years. Candidates will be able to check their scorecards through the official CAT portal using their registration credentials.
The scorecard will display the section-wise percentile for Quantitative Ability (QA), Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC). It will also include the overall percentile, which plays a crucial role in shortlisting candidates for the next stage of the selection process.
Understanding CAT 2025 Score Calculation and Percentile
CAT results are not reported as raw scores alone. Instead, candidates receive scaled scores that account for varying difficulty levels across different slots. The percentile score indicates how a candidate has performed relative to all test-takers.
Below is a brief overview of key components of CAT 2025 results:
- Sections: QA, DILR, VARC
- Section-wise percentile: Helps determine sectional cut-offs for IIMs
- Overall percentile: Used for shortlisting for WAT/GD/PI rounds
- Score normalization: Adjusts for difficulty across multiple slots
Candidates must ensure they download and preserve their scorecards for future reference, especially for applying to IIMs and top B-schools.
Next Steps After CAT 2025 Results
After results are declared, the next steps involve:
- Checking section-wise percentiles and overall percentile
- Shortlisting by IIMs or other B-schools based on percentile cut-offs
- Preparing for the Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI) rounds
- Submitting applications and required documents for final admission
Experts advise candidates to review sectional performance and strategize for subsequent rounds, as CAT results form the foundation for the complete admission process.
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