CAT Answer Key 2025 (Slot 1, 2, 3): Check Download Link

Update – The CAT response sheet 2025 has been released today, December 4, 2025, at iimcat.ac.in. Candidates from all three slots can log in using their CAT credentials to view their provisional answer key and responses. This will help aspirants verify answers, estimate scores, and prepare for the objection window, which will remain open from December 8 to 10, 2025. Students are advised to check promptly and act within the given timeline. Those who appeared for the exam can download the answer key from the official website, iimcat.ac.in. 

Candidates who took the exam during slots 1, 2, or 3 can calculate their percentiles using the CAT 2025 answer key and corresponding response sheets. Here are the step-by-step instructions for downloading the CAT answer key 2025 and CAT response sheet.

Step-by-step instructions on how to access the CAT 2025 answer key 

1. Visit the official website iimcat.ac.in.
2. Click on the candidate login tab on the homepage. 
3. Enter your CAT registration ID and password. 
4. The CAT 2025 answer key will be displayed on the screen. 
5. View and download the answer key.
6. Use the candidate’s response tab to download the 2025 CAT response sheet. 
7. The CAT Answer key for 2025 will comprise important information, including the candidate’s name, registration number, exam date and time, questions, exam centre, question type, status, and correct options/answers. 

CAT Answer Key 2025 release date, time, and last date 

 The CAT 2025 exam was held on November 30, 2025, and candidates can now track the upcoming release dates for the answer key and result. Below are the important timelines for response sheets, answer key release, and objection submissions:

Details mentioned on Answer Key 

The following information is given on every candidate’s CAT response and answer sheet: 

1. Name of the candidate. 
2. CAT registration number 
3. CAT 2025 exam centre 
4. Question type
5. Question ID
6. Status (attempted/not attempted)
7. Right option/answer
8. Candidate’s response
9. Test date 
10. Test time
11. Question

What documents will IIM Kozhikode release? 

IIM Kozhikode will release the following information: 

1. Official Answer Key for Slot 1 
2. Official Answer Key for Slot 2 
3. Official Answer Key for Slot 3 
4. Response Sheet for all candidates 
5. Objection Filing Process. 

How to challenge the CAT 2025 Answer key? 

• Candidates must first calculate their scores using the Answer Key and the CAT response sheet PDF. You will receive 3 marks for each correct answer, and for each incorrect answer, you will receive 1 mark. Only MCQs are subject to negative markings.
• Students can also use the CAT 2025 score calculator tool by IMS to get an accurate idea of their probable scores and percentiles. All you need to do is upload your response sheet into the tool, and you’ll see what your percentile might be. The tool is helpful for students to start preparing for their GDPI and WAT processes for various colleges.
• According to the cut-offs of IIMs, IITs, and other MBA colleges, the candidate can know which colleges they can get into based on their percentile. The candidate can also raise any discrepancy in the CAT Answer key 2025.
• The provisional CAT answer key will be open for challenge from December 8 to 10, with a payment of INR 1,200 per objection. If the objections are accepted, the final answer key and results will be released in the second week of January 2025. 

Why is the CAT Answer Key important?

1. The release of the Answer Key makes the CAT exam more transparent. 
2. Test takers can check the official CAT answer keys and estimate their likely CAT score to assess their chances of MBA admission in 2025 at IIMs, FMS, MDI, SPJIMR, IIFT, and IITs, among other colleges.
3. The candidate who is not satisfied with the CAT 2025 answer keys can challenge any answer by submitting an objection to the CAT Centre 2025 to have it redressed, after paying a requisite fee of Rs. 1200.
4. The CAT centre will review candidates’ objections after releasing the CAT slot-wise answer keys. IIMs will not entertain objections if they do not perceive any changes in the CAT answer key.

CAT score vs percentile 2025 (Based on initial estimates of the exam)

Initial Estimates: Percentiles (Overall)

Initial Estimates: Percentiles

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension

Initial Estimates: Percentiles

Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning

Initial Estimates: Percentiles

Quantitative Aptitude

Candidates must use the official CAT answer key 2025 to evaluate their performance and score, thereby ensuring a fair assessment of their chances of admission. It is now available and can be downloaded in PDF format.

FAQs: CAT Answer Key 2025

When will the CAT 2025 answer key and response sheet be released?

The CAT 2025 response sheet is released on 4 December 2025. Candidates can download both from the official website using their login credentials.

How to download the CAT 2025 answer key and response sheet?

Follow these steps to access your PDFs:

1. Visit iimcat.ac.in
2. Click on Response Sheet / Answer Key / Candidate Login
3. Enter CAT ID and password
4. Download the Provisional Answer Key
5. Download the Response Sheet

Where can I check the CAT 2025 response sheet?

You can check and download your CAT 2025 response sheet from the official CAT portal – iimcat.ac.in, under the candidate login section.

How to raise objections to the CAT 2025 answer key?

If you find an error in the provisional answer key, you can submit an objection online:

1. Log in to iimcat.ac.in
2. Go to the Objection Management panel
3. Select the question(s) you want to challenge
4. Write the reason and upload proof if required
5. Pay ₹1,200 per objection (refundable if the challenge is approved)

What is the CAT 2025 objection window date?

The objection window will be open from 8 December 2025 to 10 December 2025 (11:55 PM). Only objections submitted during this time will be considered.

When will the final CAT 2025 answer key be released?

The final answer key will be released after the objections are reviewed. The date is yet to be announced.

Why is the CAT answer key important?

It helps you:

• Compare your answers
• Estimate scores and expected percentile
• Identify mistakes
• Prepare for objection submission

Can I calculate my CAT 2025 score using the answer key?

Yes. With the response sheet + official answer key, you can calculate an estimated raw score before results are announced.

Is the objection fee refunded for CAT 2025?

Yes, ₹1,200 per objection is refunded only if your challenge is accepted by the authorities.