The CAT score is derived from raw marks, later scaled to account for difficulty levels.
The CAT percentile shows a candidate's relative performance compared to others.
Raw scores are marks obtained; scaling adjusts for variances across slots.
Higher scores lead to exponentially better CAT percentiles, especially beyond 95%.
A raw score of 120–130 often translates to a 99+ percentile.
Candidates must meet minimum sectional CAT percentiles for shortlist eligibility.
Scoring 45-50 in VARC can fetch 99 percentile, 35-40 in QA ensures 95+, and 105+ overall typically guarantees a 99+ percentile in CAT 2024.
CAT Normalization ensures fairness when exam difficulty varies by slot.
Prestigious B-schools typically require a 95+ percentile.