CMAT 2025 Answer Key: Download, Challenge Process, and Score Calculation

The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2025 was conducted on January 25, 2025. The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the provisional answer key and response sheet shortly. Candidates who appeared for the exam can download these documents from the official NTA-CMAT website.


How to Download CMAT 2025 Answer Key

To access the CMAT 2025 answer key and response sheet, follow these steps:

  1. Visit the official NTA-CMAT website: https://exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT/
  2. Click on the ‘CMAT 2025 Answer Key’ tab.
  3. Log in using your Application Number and Password or Date of Birth.
  4. The answer key and response sheet will be displayed.
  5. Download and save a copy for your reference.

How to Challenge the CMAT 2025 Answer Key

If you find discrepancies in the provisional answer key, you can challenge it within the specified window (usually 2-3 days). Here’s how:

  1. Log in to the official NTA-CMAT website.
  2. Click on the ‘Challenge Answer Key’ option.
  3. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
  4. You will see 100 questions with their respective IDs.
  5. To challenge a question, select the desired option(s) by clicking the checkbox.
  6. After selecting, click on ‘Save your Claim’ and proceed.
  7. Upload supporting documents in a single PDF file.
  8. Click on ‘Save your Claim Finally’.
  9. Pay a fee of INR 200 per question challenged through Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking.

If your challenge is found to be correct, the fee will be refunded.


How to Calculate Your CMAT Score

With the help of the answer key and response sheet, you can estimate your CMAT score. The marking scheme is as follows:

  • Correct Answer: +4 marks
  • Incorrect Answer: -1 mark
  • Unanswered Question: 0 marks

Example Calculation:

Suppose in the Logical Reasoning section, you attempted 20 questions out of 25. Out of these, 14 are correct, and 6 are incorrect.

  • Score: (14 × 4) – (6 × 1) = 56 – 6 = 50

Repeat this process for all sections to get your total score.


Important Dates

EventDate
CMAT 2025 Exam DateJanuary 25, 2025
Release of Provisional Answer KeyTo be announced
Answer Key Challenge WindowTo be announced
Final Answer Key ReleaseTo be announced
Result DeclarationTo be announced

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: When will the CMAT 2025 answer key be released?

A: The provisional answer key is expected to be released within a few days after the exam. Candidates should regularly check the official NTA-CMAT website for updates.

Q2: How can I challenge the answer key?

A: You can challenge the provisional answer key by logging into the NTA-CMAT website, selecting the questions you wish to challenge, providing supporting documents, and paying a fee of INR 200 per question.

Q3: Will the challenge fee be refunded?

A: Yes, if your challenge is found to be correct, the fee will be refunded.

Q4: How is the CMAT score calculated?

A: The score is calculated by awarding 4 marks for each correct answer and deducting 1 mark for each incorrect answer. Unanswered questions receive 0 marks.


For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to the official NTA-CMAT website.

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