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The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode has officially released the Final Answer Key for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 on December 17, 2025. This release follows the comprehensive review of objections submitted by candidates against the provisional key, which was initially made available on December 4. For the nearly 2.58 lakh aspirants who appeared for the exam on November 30, the final solution key is the definitive document used to calculate official scores and percentiles.
At jobalertsfree.com, we stay dedicated to providing authentic recruitment and examination updates. Interestingly, out of 187 objections raised this year, only one challenge—pertaining to a Quantitative Ability (QA) question in Shift 1—was accepted by the subject expert panel.
With the solution key now finalized, the focus shifts to the CAT 2025 results, which are tentatively expected to be announced between December 28 and December 31, 2025.
CAT 2025 Answer Key & Result Timeline
| Event | Date |
| CAT 2025 Exam Date | November 30, 2025 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | December 4, 2025 |
| Objection Window | December 8 – 10, 2025 |
| Final Answer Key Release | December 17, 2025 (OUT) |
| CAT 2025 Result Declaration | Expected: Dec 28–31, 2025 |
Steps to Download CAT 2025 Final Answer Key
To check your responses against the official solutions, follow these steps on the official portal:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to iimcat.ac.in.
- Candidate Login: Click on the “Registered Candidate Login” button.
- Enter Credentials: Use your CAT User ID and Password to sign in.
- Access Response Sheet: Look for the tab labeled “Candidate Response” or “Final Answer Key” on your dashboard.
- Generate PDF: Click on the link “Click here to generate it” to view your question paper along with the official correct answers.
- Calculate Score: Use the marking scheme (+3 for correct, -1 for incorrect MCQs) to estimate your raw score.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When was the CAT 2025 Final Answer Key released?
IIM Kozhikode officially published the final answer key on December 17, 2025. This followed the objection window that closed on December 10. Candidates can now view the updated key to see if any of the 187 challenged questions resulted in a change of the official response.
Q2. Where can I find the direct link to download the CAT 2025 response sheet?
The direct link for the response sheet and final key is available exclusively at the official website, iimcat.ac.in. You must log in with your unique candidate credentials. For secondary updates and shortcut links, you can always refer to the CAT section on jobalertsfree.com.
Q3. Were any questions dropped or answers changed in the CAT 2025 final key?
According to IIM Kozhikode, only one objection was accepted for a question in the Quantitative Ability (QA) section of Shift 1. No other changes were made to the DILR or VARC sections across any of the three shifts. No questions were dropped from the 2025 paper.
Q4. Can I still raise an objection against the CAT 2025 final answer key?
No, the objection window is officially closed. The final answer key released on December 17 is definitive and binding. No further requests for reviews or challenges will be entertained by the IIM authorities, as these keys have already been verified by a panel of experts.
Q5. How do I calculate my raw score using the CAT 2025 official key?
For every correct answer (MCQ or TITA), add +3 marks. For every incorrect MCQ, subtract 1 mark. There is no negative marking for incorrect TITA (Type-In-The-Answer) questions or unattempted questions. Use this formula: (Total Correct × 3) – (Incorrect MCQs × 1) = Raw Score.
Q6. When will the CAT 2025 results and percentiles be announced?
While IIMs haven’t confirmed a fixed date, official sources suggest the results will be out between December 28 and December 31, 2025. Historically, results are declared 3–4 weeks after the exam. Your final scorecard will feature scaled scores and sectional percentiles.
Official Links:
- Official CAT Portal: iimcat.ac.in
- Candidate Login: CAT 2025 Login
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