CAT Result 2025 Expected Soon, Release Date and Cut Offs

The CAT Result 2025 is expected to be released shortly by the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode. The result will be declared online for candidates who appeared in the Common Admission Test conducted for admission to MBA and postgraduate management programmes. The CAT examination was held on November 30, 2025, across multiple test centres and shifts. A total of 2.58 lakh candidates appeared for the examination, making it one of the most competitive MBA entrance tests in the country.

CAT Result 2025 Release Timeline Update

As per recent updates, IIM Kozhikode completed the answer key objection process before result preparation. A total of 187 objections were submitted by candidates, out of which only 1 objection was accepted after review. Earlier expectations indicated that the result might be released around December 19, 2025, or December 20, 2025. However, recent reports suggest that the CAT Result 2025 scorecards are likely to be issued between December 25, 2025, and December 31, 2025. An official confirmation from the conducting institute is still awaited. Along with the result, the institute is expected to publish percentile data, topper statistics, and state-wise distribution of 99 and 99.99 percentilers.

Details Available on CAT 2025 Scorecard

Once released, the IIM CAT Scorecard will include the following information:

• Section-wise scaled scores
• Overall scaled score
• Sectional and overall percentiles
• Candidate category and registration details

The scorecard will be accessible only through candidate login credentials.

How to Download CAT Result 2025?

Candidates will be able to access their result through the official CAT portal using valid login details. The standard process to download the CAT Result 2025 is outlined below:

• Visit the official CAT examination portal
• Click on the CAT 2025 result option
• Enter CAT ID and password
• Access the scorecard section
• Download and save the scorecard for reference

Candidates are advised to retain the scorecard for use during the admission and interview stages.

CAT Cut Off 2025 for IIMs (Expected)

The CAT Cut Off 2025 for IIM admissions will be announced in January 2026. These cut offs represent the minimum percentile required to qualify for the next stage of the selection process. The expected IIM-wise cut offs are provided below for reference.

Actual cut offs may vary based on candidate performance, number of seats, and institute-level admission policies.

What Happens After CAT Result Declaration?

After the declaration of the CAT Result 2025, participating IIMs and other management institutes will release their shortlisting criteria. Candidates meeting the cut off requirements will be invited for further stages, including written ability tests, group discussions, and personal interviews. Candidates are advised to track official admission notifications closely to avoid missing deadlines.