The CAT Answer Key 2025 along with the candidate response sheet has been officially released on the IIM CAT portal (iimcat.ac.in). The release allows candidates to verify their marked responses, estimate their raw scores, and prepare for potential objections if needed.
Conducted on 30 November 2025 across the country, CAT 2025 saw participation from lakhs of MBA aspirants aiming for IIMs and top B-schools.
🔍 How to Download CAT Answer Key 2025
Follow these simple steps:
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Visit the official CAT website and log in using User ID and Password
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Click on Response Sheet/Answer Key
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Check the slot-wise answer key (Slot 1, Slot 2, Slot 3)
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Download the response sheet PDF and verify answers carefully
Pro Tip: Save a copy for future reference in case you raise objections.
📝 CAT Answer Key Objection Window — Important Dates
Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key if they find errors.
| Event | Date / Time |
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| Objection Window Opens | 8 December 2025 (12:00 PM) |
| Objection Window Closes | 10 December 2025 (11:55 PM) |
Only objections with proper justification and supporting proof will be considered.
📊 How to Calculate Your Estimated CAT Score
Use this marking scheme while matching the key:
| Type of Answer | Marks |
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| Correct MCQ | +3 |
| Incorrect MCQ | –1 |
| Unattempted | 0 |
| TITA (Subjective) | No negative marking |
After scoring section-wise:
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Calculate raw score
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Compare with expected percentile trends (post-normalization by IIMs)
This will give you a realistic prediction of percentile while waiting for the official result.
🧭 What Should You Do Now? — Smart Action Plan
| Step | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Download key + response sheet | Proof and tracking |
| Calculate expected score | Helps assess your chances |
| Raise objections if justified | Corrects any marking errors |
| Prepare B-school strategy | Application deadlines are near |
| Monitor announcements | For final key & result updates |
📌 Final Answer Key & Result
The final answer key will be released after reviewing all objections. Based on past timelines, CAT 2025 results are expected soon after final key release.
❓ CAT Answer Key 2025 — Quick FAQs
Q1. Is the CAT 2025 answer key available for all slots?
Yes — Slot 1, 2 & 3 keys are available online.
Q2. Can I download answer key without logging in?
No — login credentials are mandatory to access the files.
Q3. Will the score change after objections?
Yes — if any objection is accepted, the final score will be revised accordingly.