The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode is set to release the CAT 2025 provisional answer key and response sheet today, December 4, on the official website iimcat.ac.in. With 2.58 lakh candidates appearing for the exam held on November 30 across 339 test centres in 170 cities, the release of these key documents will help aspirants evaluate their performance, estimate their raw scores, and prepare for the upcoming selection process.
The objection window for challenging the answer key will open on December 8 at 12 pm and remain active until December 10 at 11:55 pm.
Key Takeaways: CAT 2025 Answer Key, Response Sheet, Objection Dates, Slot Difficulty Details
- CAT 2025 provisional answer key and response sheet releasing today on iimcat.ac.in
- Exam held on 30 November 2025 across 339 centres in 170 cities
- 2.95 lakh candidates registered; 2.58 lakh appeared; attendance 86%
- Objection window: Dec 8 (12 pm) to Dec 10 (11:55 pm)
- Objection fee: ₹1200 per question
- Slot 1, Slot 2, Slot 3 difficulty levels fully detailed below
- New system: objection window opens four days after answer key release
CAT 2025 Answer Key and Response Sheet: What Candidates Need to Know
IIM Kozhikode will issue the CAT 2025 provisional answer key and individual response sheets through the candidate dashboard on iimcat.ac.in. These documents will be released slot-wise, depending on which session the candidate appeared for. The response sheet will include the answers marked by the candidate, while the provisional answer key will list the official answers released by the exam authorities.
This year’s release is significant as it marks a change in the objection system. Traditionally, the answer key and the objection window opened simultaneously. However, for CAT 2025, the objection window will open four days after the answer key is published.
How to Download CAT 2025 Answer Key and Response Sheet
Candidates can follow these steps once the link goes live:
- Visit the official website iimcat.ac.in
- Click on Candidate Login / Response Sheet / Answer Key
- Enter User ID / Application Number and Password
- Access the Provisional Answer Key and Response Sheet
- Download the PDFs corresponding to the candidate’s exam slot
- Save for future reference
A direct link will be available on the official website once activated.
Details Available in the CAT 2025 Provisional Answer Key
The answer key includes:
- Candidate’s name
- Roll number
- Exam slot and timing
- Exam centre details
- Question-wise status: correct, incorrect, unanswered
- Official correct answers
This transparency helps candidates assess their performance before the final results.
How to Raise Objections Against the CAT 2025 Answer Key
The objection window will remain open from December 8 (12 pm) to December 10 (11:55 pm). Only objections submitted within this period will be reviewed.
Steps to file objections:
- Visit iimcat.ac.in
- Login with CAT credentials
- Go to the Objection Management tab
- Click ‘+’ to add a new objection
- Select the relevant question number
- Enter detailed reasoning
- Upload supporting documents
- Pay ₹1200 per objection
- Submit and save confirmation
Important note: Objections without supporting evidence will be rejected. The fee is refundable if the objection is accepted.
CAT 2025 Important Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date |
| Provisional Answer Key & Response Sheet Release | December 4, 2025 |
| Objection Window Opens | December 8, 12:00 PM |
| Objection Window Closes | December 10, 11:55 PM |
| Final Answer Key & Results | After evaluation (TBA) |
CAT 2025 Marking Scheme
- Correct Answer: +3
- Incorrect Answer: –1
- Unattempted: 0
This marking pattern guides candidates in calculating their raw score once they access their response sheet.
CAT 2025 Slot-wise Difficulty Analysis: What Students Reported
Candidates across all three slots shared varied experiences. Multiple coaching experts such as Career Launcher, T.I.M.E., and CATKing provided their observations.
Slot 1
- Overall: Manageable, slightly tougher than CAT 2024 Slot 1
- VARC: Similar to last year
- DILR: Marginally more difficult
- QA: Similar to previous year
Slot 2
- Overall: Similar to Slot 1; tougher than CAT 2024; comparable to CAT 2022 & 2023
- VARC: Moderate
- DILR: Moderate to difficult
- QA: Moderately difficult
- CATKing noted expected themes such as a passage on ChatGPT and another on animals appeared this year.
Slot 3
- Overall: Moderate to difficult; slightly tougher than CAT 2024
- VARC: Easy to moderate
- DILR: Moderate to difficult
- QA: Most difficult section of the day
Experts noted that Slot 3 required strong question selection, especially in the Quantitative Ability segment, which many candidates found more challenging than the morning and afternoon slots.
What Happens After the Provisional Answer Key Release
Once candidates verify their marked answers against the official key, they can file objections if necessary. These objections will be evaluated by subject experts at IIM Kozhikode. If any objections are found valid, a revised/final answer key will be issued. The CAT 2025 results will be prepared on the basis of this final answer key.
Candidates are advised to keep checking iimcat.ac.in for real-time updates.
Spiritual Insight: Understanding the Unique Knowledge Shared by Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj
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His teachings highlight the importance of devotion based on the holy scriptures, enabling individuals—especially youth and aspirants—to overcome stress, remain focused, and lead a disciplined, meaningful life. For students preparing for major examinations like CAT, this spiritual understanding offers a powerful path to balance, positivity, and mental strength.
Final Overview: A Crucial Step Before the CAT 2025 Results
As the CAT 2025 evaluation cycle progresses, today’s release of the response sheet and provisional answer key marks a critical stage for nearly 2.58 lakh MBA aspirants. With transparency ensured through slot-wise keys, detailed response sheets, and a structured objection window, candidates now have everything they need to estimate scores and prepare for the next phase of admissions.
The coming days, especially the objection window between December 8 and 10, will be vital for candidates seeking score corrections before the final answer key and results are announced.
FAQs on CAT 2025 Answer Key and Response Sheet
1. When will the CAT 2025 answer key and response sheet be released?
The CAT 2025 provisional answer key and response sheet will be released today, December 4, on the official website iimcat.ac.in.
2. What are the CAT 2025 objection window dates?
Candidates can submit objections from December 8 at 12 pm to December 10 at 11:55 pm through the Objection Management section.
3. How can I download the CAT 2025 answer key and response sheet?
Visit iimcat.ac.in, log in with your CAT ID and password, and download the answer key and response sheet from the candidate dashboard.
4. What is the CAT 2025 objection fee per question?
The objection fee is ₹1200 per question, refundable only if the submitted objection is accepted by the exam authorities.
5. What was the overall attendance for CAT 2025?
Out of 2.95 lakh registered candidates, 2.58 lakh appeared for the exam, recording an overall attendance of approximately 86 percent.
