Kozikode : IIM Kozhikode has officially released the provisional answer key for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025, providing more than 2.58 lakh test-takers a clearer picture of their performance as the MBA admission season moves into its critical phase. The exam witnessed high participation this year, supported by a balanced difficulty level that points to tough competition among management aspirants.
Answer Key Available on Official Website
Candidates can now log in to the official CAT portal using their registered user ID and password to view the provisional answer key. This release enables them to verify their attempted responses and identify any potential discrepancies.
Objection Window: December 8 to December 10
The window to challenge the provisional answer key opens at 12 PM on December 8 and will remain active until 11:55 PM on December 10, 2025.
During this period, candidates can submit objections online. All challenges will be reviewed by IIM Kozhikode, and valid objections will be reflected in the revised answer key.
The final CAT 2025 results are expected by the end of December, as per official indications.
CAT 2025 Exam Highlights
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Exam date: November 24, 2025
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Cities covered: 170
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Test centres: 339
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Shifts:
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8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
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12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
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Registrations: 2.95 lakh
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Candidates who appeared: 2.58 lakh
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Attendance rate: 86%
Section-Wise Difficulty Analysis
Expert reviews and candidate reactions suggest a moderately balanced paper overall:
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VARC: Similar difficulty level compared to last year
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DILR: Slightly more challenging than 2024
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QA: Nearly consistent with previous year's paper
This distribution indicates CAT’s continued emphasis on testing analytical skills fairly across diverse applicant profiles.
What Should Aspirants Do Next?
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Download and compare the answer key with your recorded responses.
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Calculate expected scores to estimate percentile ranges.
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Use the objection window to challenge any questionable answers.
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Start preparing documents and researching B-school criteria as results will be out soon.
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Track updates for the final answer key and result declaration later this month.
With the release of the answer key, the CAT 2025 admission cycle has officially picked up pace. Aspirants should stay alert, verify their performance, and be ready for the next steps in the selection process at IIMs and other leading management institutes.
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