Hi there,

A MAT score of 414 is generally seen as below 500. Based on previous score-to-percentile patterns, scores under 500 usually correspond to a percentile below about 60 in the MAT exam. The percentile indicates how you performed compared to other candidates; a lower percentile means more candidates scored higher than you.

Top MBA and PGDM colleges often set their MAT cut-offs much higher, usually at 70–80+ percentile or more for well-known institutes. This corresponds to scores of around 600 and above. With a score of 414, your chances at highly reputable institutes may be limited, as most require higher scores for shortlisting.

However, there are still many B-schools that accept MAT scores with lower cut-offs, sometimes in the 50–60+ percentile range or based on composite score and profile. You can explore those options. Keep in mind that exact colleges and cut-offs change each year, so it’s best to check the current list of participating institutes and their cut-offs.

Feel free to reach out if you have any other queries, wishing you all the best.