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CAT 2025 results are likely to be announced on the official website by December 2025 by IIM Kozhikode. After the results and cut-offs are out, IIMs and other top B-schools will begin their admission process, which will include interviews and group discussions, for the 2025-27 batch. CAT 2025 is the key to 21 IIMs, top B-schools, and 1,300+ MBA colleges in India, attracting over 4 lakh aspirants.
The official CAT 2025 notification is expected by July 30, 2025. The notification will mention all important details like registration dates, exam schedule, and admit card release, result declaration and more. Read the article below
Steps to download CAT 2025 exam result are given below:
The details mentioned in CAT 2025 exam result are:
The CAT cut-off percentile for MBA / PGP programs depend on factors like the exam's difficulty, number of candidates, previous cut-off trends, institute ranking, and seat availability. Top IIMs have cut-offs above 99 percentile, SPJIMR, MDI, and FMS range between 95-97 percentile, while tier 2 colleges have cut-offs of 70-80 percentile.
The category- wise expected cutoff for IIM admission is given below:
| IIM | CAT Cutoff for IIM General | CAT 2025 Cutoff for IIM OBC | CAT 2025 Cutoff for IIM EWS | CAT Cutoff for IIM SC | CAT Cutoff for IIM ST |
| IIM Ahmedabad | 80 | 75 | 80 | 70 | 60 |
| IIM Bangalore | 85 | 75 | 75 | 70 | 65 |
| IIM Kozhikode | 85 | 75 | 75 | 65 | 55 |
| IIM Kolkata | 85 | 75 | 75 | 70 | 65 |
| IIM Lucknow | 90 | 82 | 82 | 65 | 60 |
| IIM Mumbai | 85 | 75 | 75 | 70 | 65 |
| IIM Indore | 90 | 80 | 90 | 60 | 50 |
| IIM Raipur | 92 | 74 | 70 | 54 | 40 |
| IIM Rohtak | 95 | 78 | 90 | 55 | 30 |
| IIM Udaipur | 92 | 74 | 70 | 54 | 40 |
| IIM Kashipur | 92 | 74 | 70 | 54 | 40 |
| IIM Trichy | 92 | 74 | 70 | 54 | 40 |
| IIM Ranchi | 92 | 74 | 70 | 54 | 40 |
| IIM Shillong | 75 | 75 | 75 | 60 | 50 |
| IIM Visakhapatnam | 80 | 70 | 72 | 45 | 35 |
| IIM Jammu | Male- 90 Female- 87 | Male- 72 Female- 70 | Male- 68 Female- 65 | Male- 52 Female- 50 | Male- 37 Female- 34 |
| IIM Nagpur | 90 | 76.5 | 80 | 60 | 40 |
| IIM Amritsar | 85 | 75 | 85 | 55 | 40 |
| IIM Bodh Gaya | 92 | 74 | 70 | 54 | 40 |
| IIM Sambalpur | 74 | 74 | 70 | 54 | 40 |
| IIM Sirmaur | 92 | 74 | 70 | 54 | 40 |
Top MBA colleges have CAT cut-offs lower than IIMs but still high at 95 percentile and above. Some top-ranked institutes accept scores in the 70-80 percentile range. Here are the expected CAT 2024 cut-off percentiles for General category students seeking admission to leading non-IIM MBA colleges in 2025.
| Top MBA College | *CAT Cut Offs (percentile) |
| FMS, Delhi | 98-99 |
| IIFT Delhi | 95-99 |
| SPJIMR, Mumbai | 95-99 |
| IMT, Ghaziabad | 95-97 |
| JBIMS, Mumbai | 96 |
| MDI, Gurgaon | 97-99 |
| IMI, New Delhi | 90 |
| XIM, Bhubaneshwar | 91 |
| GIM Goa | 85 |
| K J Somaiya, Mumbai | 86 |
| TAPMI, Manipal | 80 |
| FORE, New Delhi | 85 |
| IFMR, Chennai | 80 |
| IRMA, Anand | 80 |
| MICA, Ahmedabad | 80 |
| LIBA, Chennai | 70 |
| XIME, Bangalore | 70 |
CAT percentile shows how a candidate ranks compared to others. To calculate it, the process starts with determining each candidate's raw score based on the marking scheme. After that, the scores are normalized to get the scaled CAT score, which is then converted into the final percentile. The steps for percentile calculation are given below ensure fair comparison among all candidates, regardless of the exam session they attended.
CAT exam is generally held in three slots, with each session having a unique set of questions. Since the difficulty level can vary across sessions, one slot may be tougher than another. To ensure fairness for all candidates, the CAT authorities use a normalization process that scales the scores, placing all test-takers on an equal footing. The normalization process considers the following parameters:
The CAT 2025 result will be based on these normalized scores. The percentile will only be calculated after the raw scores are properly scaled and normalized. This normalization process follows the GATE scoring pattern and uses statistical equations for accurate calculations.
After the CAT 2025 results are announced, candidates meeting the minimum cutoff will receive email notifications from respective IIMs for the selection process. Each IIM sends interview invitations via email or speed post based on its unique selection criteria.
Typically, the process includes a Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). Newer IIMs follow the Common Admission Process (CAP), with a separate registration once the CAP cutoff is released. The final admission depends on multiple factors like CAT score, academic record, work experience, diversity, and performance in WAT/GD-PI. While many B-schools announce their cutoffs before the CAT result, others declare them afterward. Shortlisted candidates must complete the selection rounds, and the final merit list is based on overall performance and profile.
The topper's list for CAT 2024 is given below:
| Sr.No. | Name of CAT 2024 Toppers | CAT Percentile |
| 1 | Vagish Nangia | 100 |
| 2 | Mani Praneeth Chilukuri | 100 |
| 3 | Vedant Chandewar | 99.98 |
| 4 | Sarthak Jaiswal | 99.97 |
| 5 | Swaraj Pal Kesari | 99.95 |
| 6 | Aniruddh Singh | 99.89 |
| 7 | Shree Ahuja | 99.88 |
| 8 | Rounak Tikamani | 99.69 |
| 9 | Dhruv Mittal | 99.69 |
| 10 | Rajeev Nathani | 99.64 |
| 11 | Shaivi Goyal | 99.54 |
| 12 | Rahul Sinha | 99.49 |
| 13 | Shouvik Chatterjee | 99.43 |
The state-wise topper's list for CAT 2025 is given below:
| State | Number of CAT Toppers (100 Percentile) |
| Maharashtra | 5 |
| Delhi | 2 |
| Telangana | 2 |
| UP | 0 |
| Karnataka | 0 |
| West Bengal | 0 |
| Tamil Nadu | 0 |
| Kerala | 1 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 1 |
| Rajasthan | 1 |
| Gujarat | 0 |
| Haryana | 1 |
| Bihar | 0 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 0 |
| Odisha | 1 |
| Chandigarh | 0 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 0 |
| Punjab | 0 |
| Uttarakhand | 0 |
The CAT 2025 cut-offs for IIMs differ based on the institute and candidate category. These cut-offs are shared in the official admission brochure. Several factors influence the cut-off scores, including the total number of applicants, available seats, exam difficulty level, and reservation policies.
Ans: With a 90-92 percentile in CAT 2024, you are most likely to receive calls from the newer and baby IIMs. However, the CAT percentile isn’t the only factor that determines your shortlist. Your overall profile, including academic performance, work experience, and diversity, also plays a crucial role in the selection process.
Ans: Some IIMs, such as IIM Bodh Gaya, IIM Sirmaur, and IIM Nagpur, have the lowest CAT cutoffs. Their qualifying cutoffs typically range from 50 to 70, depending on the candidate's category.
Ans: 14 students achieved a perfect 100 percentile in CAT 2023.
Ans: IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore are considered the toughest IIMs to get into, according to feedback from past CAT candidates. These institutes have the highest CAT cutoffs and follow the strictest selection criteria overall.
Ans: Yes, the CAT exam provides a basic on-screen calculator during the computer-based test. However, it does not allow physical calculators. The on-screen calculator can be used for specific questions during the exam.
Ans: IIM Kozhikode is expected to conduct the CAT 2025 exam on the last Sunday of November 2025. The registration process will likely start in the last week of July 2025.
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