CAT 2025 Answer Key to Be Released Soon by IIM Kozhikode; 86% Attendance Recorded

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode is set to release the CAT 2025 provisional answer key and response sheet today, providing candidates with their first official indication of performance before the final results. Once published, the documents will be available on the official website, iimcat.ac.in.

The Common Admission Test was conducted on November 30, 2025, across 339 centres in 170 cities. Out of 2.95 lakh registered candidates, nearly 2.58 lakh appeared, recording an 86% attendance, according to reports.

How to Download the CAT 2025 Answer Key

Candidates can access the provisional key using the steps below:

• Visit iimcat.ac.in

• Click on the CAT 2025 Answer Key link

• View or download the provisional answer key PDF

• Save the document for reference

Details Included in the Provisional Answer Key

The answer key will feature essential information such as:

• Candidate name and roll number

• CAT 2025 slot and timing

• Exam centre details

• Status of each response: correct, incorrect, or unanswered

• Official correct answers to all questions

Objection Window and Evaluation Process

Candidates are advised to verify their responses carefully. Any discrepancies can be challenged through the official portal by paying the prescribed fee. Subject experts will review all objections, and valid challenges will be incorporated into the final answer key. The revised key will serve as the basis for the CAT 2025 result.

CAT 2025 Marking Scheme

• Correct answer: +3 marks

• Incorrect answer: –1 mark

• Unattempted: No penalty

Slot-Wise Difficulty Analysis of CAT 2025

An early analysis from test-takers indicates:

• Slot 1: Manageable; slightly tougher than CAT 2024

• Slot 2: Moderate to moderately difficult; comparable to CAT 2022 and 2023

• Slot 3: Moderate to difficult; perceived as the toughest among the three slots

The release of the answer key marks a crucial milestone in the CAT 2025 evaluation cycle, helping candidates assess their expected percentile and shortlisting chances.