CAT 2025 Results Declared: IIM Kozhikode Releases Scorecards on Official Website
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode has officially declared the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 results today, December 24, 2025.
Candidates who appeared for the national-level management entrance examination can now access and download their scorecards from the official website, iimcat.ac.in.
The release of the CAT 2025 result marks a crucial milestone for thousands of MBA aspirants aiming to secure admission into the prestigious Indian Institutes of Management and other top business schools across the country.
CAT 2025 Exam Held Across 170 Cities
The CAT 2025 examination was conducted on November 30, 2025 (Sunday). The test took place in three sessions at 339 examination centres spread across 170 cities in India.
Lakhs of candidates appeared for the highly competitive exam, which serves as the primary gateway to management programmes offered by IIMs and several leading non-IIM institutions.
The exam tested candidates on Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension. As in previous years, CAT 2025 followed a normalisation process to ensure fairness across multiple sessions.
Previous Year Trends in CAT Result Dates
A look at past trends shows that CAT results are usually announced in mid-December. In 2024, the CAT result was declared on December 19, following an exam conducted on November 30.
The declaration of CAT 2025 results on December 24 is slightly later than last year but remains within the usual timeline followed by the exam-conducting IIM. Candidates had been awaiting the results eagerly, especially after the final answer key was released earlier this month.
What Happens After CAT 2025 Results?
With the CAT 2025 results now out, the next phase of the admission process begins. Each IIM will start shortlisting candidates for the subsequent stages based on its individual selection criteria.
The list of shortlisted candidates will be published on the official websites of respective IIMs. Shortlisted applicants will also receive interview call letters directly via registered email or portal login.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the admission portals of the IIMs they have applied to, as timelines and requirements vary from institute to institute.
IIM Admission Process: What Candidates Should Know
Each Indian Institute of Management follows its own admission policy, and there is no single, uniform selection process across all IIMs. While CAT score plays a critical role, other factors are also considered.
Most IIMs evaluate candidates based on a combination of:
CAT percentile (overall and sectional)
Academic background
Work experience
Diversity factors
Performance in further selection rounds
The next stages typically include a Writing Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). Some institutes may skip GD and directly conduct WAT and PI.
Shortlisting Criteria Vary Across IIMs
Candidates should note that clearing CAT does not automatically guarantee an interview call from all IIMs. Each institute sets its own cutoff percentiles and weightage formula.
For instance, older IIMs may place higher emphasis on academic consistency and work experience, while newer IIMs may adopt a slightly more flexible approach. Detailed criteria will be shared individually by each institute.
Important Advice for Candidates
- Download and save their CAT 2025 scorecard
- Track official announcements from IIMs regularly
- Prepare in advance for interviews and written assessments
- Avoid relying on unofficial sources for admission updates
The CAT 2025 result opens the door to one of the most competitive admission cycles in Indian management education. With careful planning and timely preparation, shortlisted candidates can take the next decisive step toward their MBA aspirations.
