IIM Ahmedabad (IIMA) Alumni

Yes, if you appear for the CBSE improvement exam as a private candidate and score higher marks, then the latest marksheet will be considered as your valid Class 12th result. For IIM A, B, C and other top IIMs, they look at the final updated marksheet that you present at the time of admission.

So, if you improve your percentage from 70% to 90%, then definitely the improved score will be counted in your profile evaluation. Just make sure you give the exam through the official CBSE improvement route and keep the valid documents.

For your profile (92% in 10th, 93% in 12th, 8.3 CGPA in Master’s, SC category, fresher with no work experience), here’s a realistic CAT percentile target:

• IIM Ahmedabad (A): With SC reservation, a 92–95 percentile is generally safe for a call. Since you’re a fresher with strong academics, 94+ would maximize chances.

• IIM Bangalore (B): Around 90–93 percentile should be competitive for SC. They value academics highly, and you’re strong there.

• IIM Calcutta (C): Usually calls SC candidates around 90–92 percentile.

• FMS Delhi: Typically requires slightly higher even for SC 94–96 percentile as seats are fewer and competition is intense.

So, aiming 95+ percentile would cover you well for all of these.

Hello,

Depending on the IIM, SC or PWD candidates minimal percentile for an IIM call typically falls between 50 and 70. Generally speaking, a percentile score of 80 or more is seen as a safe bet for admission assurance. However, various IIMs and even different years for the same IIM may have varying cut offs and admission chances.