Hi!

Scoring a mere percentile in the Common Admission Test (CAT) does not give you a guarantee to get an interview call from a top IIM. The institutes offering the MBA/ PGP in India, especially the IIMs have a very complex admission process . These institutes give consideration to a lot of factors while giving an interview call to candidates. These factors include CAT score, Class 10, Class 12, and Bachelor's degree marks, work experience, academic, and gender diversity, etc. If you even score somewhere around 98 percentile in the CAT , this will not mean that you will get a confirm call from top IIMs (specially the top 6 IIMs). However, if you belong to the reserved category, then there are good chances of receiving an interview call from top IIMs at 98 percentile. Therefore, the CAT score is not the only criteria but is one of the criteria for admission to the IIMs.

You can predict your CAT percentile by using the CAT Percentile Predictor 2024 .

The Common Admission Test (CAT) is the most important component to get admission to any of the top MBA college. In order to get admission to business schools, you must obtain a good percentile in the CAT. However, scoring a mere percentile in the CAT will not give you a guarantee to get an interview call as many of the business schools have a very complex admission process.

MBA colleges give consideration to a lot of factors while giving an interview call. These factors include CAT score, Class 10, Class 12, and Bachelor's degree marks, work experience, academic, and gender diversity, etc. Having a one-year of work experience will get you some points allotted for work experience. However, your first priority should be to clear the overall and sectional percentile if mentioned by the college.

If you even score somewhere around 99 percentile in the CAT , this will not mean that you will get a confirm Interview call. Therefore, CAT score is not the only criteria but is one of the major criteria for admission.

The marks obtained by you in Class 10, Class 12, and Graduation will play a major role to get a shortlist for the WATPI/ GDPI process and during your final selection. Therefore, you might have good chance to get admission in B-Schools subject to the condition that you must perform well in the CAT followed by the WATPI/ GDPI process.

Some of the best MBA colleges you can expect based on your CAT percentile will be IIMs, IITs, FMS Delhi, MDI Gurgaon, DSE, TISS, SPJIMR, etc.

Also Check : CAT 2024 College Predictor

Hii There,

To be eligible for the CAT 2024 exam, applicants need to meet the following criteria:

1. They should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree from a recognized university, with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent (or an equivalent CGPA). However, candidates belonging to the SC, ST, and PWD/DA categories should have a minimum aggregate of 45 percent.

2. Candidates who are in their final year of a bachelor's degree program or are awaiting their final results are also eligible to appear for the CAT 2024 exam.

I hope this answers your question.

Thanks

Hi aspirant,

There are several reputable CAT coaching institutes in Mumbai. You can look into T.I.M.E., Career Launcher, IMS India, Elites Grid, Cracku and PW Live. These are some of the respected options, with knowledgeable teachers, high-quality content, and effective mocks. All of them are well known institutes having a successful track record in CAT coaching. However, I urge that you research the cost and offerings of each and every institute before enrolling.

All the best for your career in management!

Hi aspirant,

Based on your B.Com (Hons) degree, you did not make a mistake when you listed "Management" as your discipline on the CAT application form. Depending on your program, you most certainly studied various parts of management as part of your degree. As a result, "Management" is a relevant and reasonable discipline to discuss.

All the best!

Given below is the list of some of the colleges in Kerala which offers an MBA programme without accepting only the CAT score:

• Rajagiri Business School
• Cochin University of Science and Technology
• Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship
• SCMS School of Technology and Management
• Sahrdaya Institute of Management Studies
• Kochi Business School

Candidates can get admission to these college based on the CMAT / MAT/ XAT etc. scores. The list of colleges given above is non-exhaustive. There are some other colleges candidates can target based on their preferences.

Also Read: MBA Colleges in Kerala .

Hi aspirant,

Both TIME and IMS are good options for CAT coaching in Kanpur. Nonetheless, TIME is generally regarded as slightly superior because of its high-quality materials, faculty reputation and AIMCAT test series, whilst IMS is well-known for its pleasant faculty and SIMCAT series. Both TIME and IMS offer great mocks. However, TIME mocks are thought to be more difficult than the real exam. IMS mocks, on the other hand, are almost an accurate representations of the actual exam. In terms of pricing, both need significant investment of around  50-60K. Thank you and all the best!

Hi aspirant,

When it comes to CAT coaching in Bangalore, TIME and IMS are well-established and popular options. BYJU'S has expanded its offerings to include CAT preparation and brings their technology-driven learning approach to the table, which can benefit some students, TIME is regarded as slightly superior due to its high-quality materials, faculty reputation, and AIMCAT test series, whereas IMS is well-known for its pleasant faculty and SIMCAT series. Both TIME and IMS provide excellent mocks. However, TIME mocks are believed to be more tough than the actual exam. In contrast, IMS mocks are nearly identical to the actual exam. Both TIME and IMS are renowned organizations. To make an informed choice, it is advised to visit their centers, speak with their counselors, and possibly take a demo class.

All the best!

Hi aspirant,

Both IMS and TIME are respectable choices for CAT coaching in Bangalore. There are excellent mock exams available for both classes. Time mocks are really challenging. It is more challenging than the actual exam. Whereas, IMS mocks are comparable to the actual exam. Nevertheless, TIME is frequently regarded as marginally superior due to its high-quality materials, faculty reputation, and AIMCAT test series, whereas IMS is renowned for its friendly faculty and SIMCATs. Regarding the pricing structure, both require a substantial sum of money, approximately 50-60k.

All the best!

Hello Aspirant

Yes, you are eligible to take the CAT (Common Admission Test) even if you have one semester with less than 50% in your engineering degree.

CAT eligibility typically requires a minimum aggregate percentage in your undergraduate degree. While a consistent performance throughout your degree is generally preferred, a single semester with a lower score is not necessarily a barrier.

Here are some things to keep in mind:

• Overall Aggregate: As long as your overall aggregate percentage meets the minimum requirement (usually around 60%), you should be eligible for CAT.
• University Regulations: Some universities may have specific rules regarding eligibility for CAT. It's advisable to check with your university's academic counseling office for any additional requirements.
• CAT Score: A good CAT score can compensate for a lower undergraduate percentage. Focus on preparing well for the CAT exam to increase your chances of admission.