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The CAT Result 2025 will be announced on December 24, 2025,. Therefore, the live updates are provided here to keep candidates updated. Additionally, get to know more the CAT 2025 IIM Shortlisting Cutoff here.

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Updated on - Jan 7, 2026 | 1:35:00 PM

Get the CAT 2025 IIM Shortlisting Cutoff LIVE Updates here.

CAT 2025 IIM Shortlisting Cutoff: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode has released the results for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025, December 24, 2025 on the official website at iimcat.ac.in. The final answer key for the management entrance test was released, where, among the 187 challenges submitted, just one objection in the Quantitative Ability section of Shift 1 was accepted. Candidates who are eagerly waiting for the announcement of the result can check here to get the direct link to the scorecard once it is available. Until then, they can go through the CAT 2025 IIM Shortlisting Cutoff to know the expected cutoff for various IIMs in India.

Following the result announcement, IIMs and other top business schools will begin the shortlisting process for the 2026-28 MBA admission cycle based on CAT 2025 scores and other selection parameters.

Question Submission: Candidate who have appeared for the CAT 2025 exam can Click Here to submit the questions related to IIM and Non IIM admission criteria. The answer for the same will be added in the live updates.

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CAT 2025 IIM Shortlisting Cutoff (Expected)

The IIM 2026-28 admission process begins with shortlisting candidates based on their CAT 2025 scores, academic performance, work experience, and diversity factors, expected from January 2026. Shortlisted candidates must fill out the PI forms online within the specified deadline. Personal Interview (PI) rounds, conducted between February and April 2026, assess communication, knowledge, confidence, and personality, typically carrying 30-40% weightage. Some IIMs may also include WAT or AWT. After PI completion, a final merit list is prepared considering CAT scores, academics, work experience, PI performance, and diversity, with admission offers expected by May 2026.

For the candidate's reference, the final cutoff for each IIM under CAT 2025 for the admission of eligible students has been mentioned here:

Name of the IIM	CAT 2025 IIM Shortlisting Cutoff (in percentile)
IIM Ahmedabad	99-100
IIM Bangalore	99-100
IIM Calcutta	99+
IIM Lucknow	97+
IIM Indore	97+
IIM Kozhikode	97-98+
IIM Amritsar	95+
IIM Nagpur	95+
IIM Sambalpur	95+
IIM Trichy	94+
IIM Raipur	94+
IIM Ranchi	94+
IIM Kashipur	94+
IIM Vizag	92+
IIM Udaipur	92+
IIM Bodhgaya	92+
IIM Shillong	90+
IIM Sirmaur	95+
IIM Rohtak	95+
IIM Mumbai	99-100
IIM Jammu	94-95+

CAT 2025 Result Link

Candidates can get the direct link to the result for the CAT 2025 in the table below, once the results are available.

CAT 2025 Result Link

Candidates must visit the official IIM CAT website to download their scorecard once the results are declared. The scorecard will be available exclusively in online mode through candidate login. The CAT 2025 scorecard will be valid for one year from the date of result declaration, applicable for MBA admissions at IIMs and most other business schools accepting CAT scores.

Candidates who are eagerly waiting for the announcement of the CAT 2025 Result and want to be updated with the latest updates on the shortlisting criteria and cutoff for various IIMs can check the live updates provided here.

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Live Updates

December 24, 2025 | 02:00 PM IST

CAT 2025 Result: Can EWS Candidates Expect Lower Cutoffs?

Yes, EWS cutoffs are generally lower than General category in the CAT examination and selection process in the IIMS and other B-schools.

December 24, 2025 | 01:40 PM IST

CAT 2025 IIM Admission: Is Reservation Policy Followed?

Yes, all IIMs strictly follow the Government of India reservation policy for the admission process in the CAT exam.

December 24, 2025 | 01:20 PM IST

CAT 2025 Result: What If a Candidate Misses the Interview?

Missing the interview usually results in disqualification from that institute.

December 24, 2025 | 01:00 PM IST

CAT 2025 IIM Admission: Will Interviews Be Conducted in Online or Offline Mode?

Most IIMs are expected to conduct interviews for the selected students in offline mode.

December 24, 2025 | 12:40 PM IST

CAT 2025 Result: Will CAT Percentile Be Rechecked?

No, once the CAT Result is declared then no percentile will be checked. The score and percentile mentioned on the official result will be final in nature.

December 24, 2025 | 12:20 PM IST

CAT 2025 IIM Admission: Do All IIMs Conduct WAT?

Some IIMs have replaced WAT with written ability assessments or case discussions.

December 24, 2025 | 12:00 PM IST

CAT 2025 Result: Will the CAT Score Normalized?

Yes, CAT scores are normalized across slots before percentile calculation since the examination has been conducted in more than one shift.

December 24, 2025 | 11:40 AM IST

CAT 2025 IIM Admission: Can Final-Year Students Be Shortlisted?

Yes, final-year students who have qualified the CAT 2025 and have met the required eligibility criteria can be shortlisted.

December 24, 2025 | 11:20 AM IST

CAT 2025 Result: Will Cutoffs Increase This Year?

According to various experts whio have analysed various factors, it is suggested that the cutoffs may remain similar to last year, barring minor changes.

December 24, 2025 | 11:00 AM IST

CAT 2025 IIM Admission: Will Academic Scores Affect Shortlisting?

Yes, Class 10, 12, and graduation scores are considered during the shortlisting process in IIM CAT.

December 24, 2025 | 10:40 AM IST

CAT 2025 Result: Is It Out Yet?

The authority has not yet released the IIM CAT Result 2025 as of now.

December 24, 2025 | 10:20 AM IST

CAT 2025 IIM Admission: What Is the Minimum Qualifying Percentile?

The minimum qualifying percentile for IIMs generally starts around 90 percentile and extends till the 100th percentile.

December 24, 2025 | 10:00 AM IST

CAT 2025 Result: Marks Allotted for Incorrect TITA

Incorrect TITA: 0

December 24, 2025 | 09:40 AM IST

CAT 2025 IIM Admission: Can Candidates Be Shortlisted by Multiple IIMs?

Yes, candidates can receive interview calls from multiple IIMs in India under the CAT Exam.

December 24, 2025 | 09:20 AM IST

CAT 2025 Result: Marks Allotted for Unanswered Question

Unanswered Question: 0

December 24, 2025 | 09:00 AM IST

CAT 2025 IIM Admission: Is There a Common Shortlist?

No, each IIM prepares its own shortlist for all the selcted students independently under CAT 2025.

December 24, 2025 | 08:40 AM IST

CAT 2025 Result: Marks Allotted for Incorrect Answer

Incorrect Answer: -1

December 24, 2025 | 08:20 AM IST

CAT 2025 IIM Admission: When Will Shortlists Be Released?

Most IIMs are expected to release shortlists under the CAT Exam 2025 between January 2026 and February 2026.

December 24, 2025 | 08:00 AM IST

CAT 2025 Result: Marks Allotted for Correct Answer

Correct Answer:+3

December 24, 2025 | 07:40 AM IST

CAT 2025 Result to be Out Today

The CAT 2025 Result for all the candidates will be available anytime today, December 24, 2025.

December 24, 2025 | 07:20 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
International Management Institute (IMI)	PGDM	INR 12,40,118

December 24, 2025 | 07:00 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
SIES College of Management Studies	PGDM	INR 7,70,000

December 24, 2025 | 06:40 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
Birla Institute of Technology (BIT)	MBA	INR5,80,000

December 24, 2025 | 06:20 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
Vellore Institute of Technology	MBA	Rs 6,97,000

December 24, 2025 | 06:00 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
Apeejay School of Management	PGDM	INR 8,50,000- Rs 9,00,000

December 24, 2025 | 05:40 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
International School of Management Excellence	PGDM	INR 8,25,000 - Rs 8,50,000

December 24, 2025 | 05:20 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
Institute of International Trade	PGPM	INR 2,00,000(1st Year)

December 24, 2025 | 05:00 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
PSG Institute of Management (PSGIM)	MBA	INR 8,00,000

December 24, 2025 | 04:40 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
Balaji Institute of Modern Management (BIMM)	PGDM	INR 8,90,000

December 24, 2025 | 04:20 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
Indian Institute of Financial Planning (IIFP)	PGDM	INR 2,80,000-INR 9,00,000

December 24, 2025 | 04:00 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
Indus Business School (IIEBM)	PGDM	INR 4,10,000 (First Year)

December 24, 2025 | 03:40 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH)	PGDM	INR 12,00,000

December 24, 2025 | 03:20 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
International Management Institute (IMI)	PGDM	INR 12,47,000

December 24, 2025 | 03:00 AM IST

CAT 2025 Shortlisting Cutoff: College That Accepts 50-60 Percentile in CAT Exam

College Name	Courses Offered	Total Fees
Doon Business School	MBA, PGDM	INR 5,15,000 - Rs 9,79,000

December 24, 2025 | 02:40 AM IST