The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta has officially released the CAT 2024 response sheet and provisional answer key on November 29, 2024. These resources are now accessible via the official website, iimcat.ac.in. This release allows candidates to review their responses, cross-check them with the official answers, and estimate their raw scores. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding and utilizing this critical update.
Key Dates and Events
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAT 2024 Examination | November 24, 2024 |
| Release of Response Sheet | November 29, 2024 |
| Objection Window Opens | Early December 2024 |
| CAT 2024 Results Declaration | January 2025 (Tentative) |
Steps to Download the CAT 2024 Answer Key and Response Sheet
Candidates can access their response sheets and answer keys through the following steps:
- Visit the official CAT website at iimcat.ac.in.
- Click on the “Candidate Login” tab on the homepage.
- Enter your login credentials (User ID and Password).
- Once logged in, locate the links for the response sheet and answer key.
- Download and save the files for reference.
How to Use the Response Sheet and Answer Key
The response sheet displays each question alongside the candidate’s response, the correct answer, and the status (attempted/not attempted). Using the CAT marking scheme, candidates can calculate their raw scores:
- Correct Answer (MCQ/Non-MCQ): +3 marks
- Incorrect Answer (MCQ): -1 mark
- Incorrect Answer (Non-MCQ/Unattempted): 0 marks
For example: If a candidate answered 50 questions correctly and 10 incorrectly, their raw score would be:
(50×3)−(10×1)=140 marks(50 \times 3) – (10 \times 1) = 140 \text{ marks}
Note: Final scores are normalized across all three slots to ensure fairness, and percentiles are calculated based on the normalized scores.
Objection Process
Candidates have the option to raise objections against discrepancies in the provisional answer key. Here’s how:
- Visit the CAT 2024 portal.
- Navigate to the objection submission section.
- Select the question and provide evidence supporting your objection.
- Pay the prescribed fee (per question).
The objection window will remain open for a limited time, typically for 4–5 days.
Expected Results Timeline
The CAT 2024 results are expected to be declared in January 2025. Candidates will receive notifications via email/SMS, and scorecards will be downloadable from the official website. These scores will be valid until December 31, 2025.
FAQs
Q1. Can I access my response sheet without login credentials?
No, login credentials (User ID and Password) are mandatory to access the response sheet and answer key.
Q2. What is the objection fee?
The exact fee per objection will be mentioned on the official portal. Typically, it ranges between INR 100 and INR 200 per question.
Q3. How is the final CAT score calculated?
The final score is determined after normalizing raw scores across all sessions and applying the marking scheme.
Q4. When will the final answer key be released?
The final answer key will be published after evaluating all objections, usually a few weeks after the provisional key release.
Q5. What should I do if I forget my login credentials?
Use the “Forgot Password” option on the login page to reset your credentials.