Hello
Profile Summary
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1. Academics : 10th -85% , 12th - 93.8% , Graduation ( B.Com ) 83% .
2. Work Experience : 14 months .
3. CAT 2024 Raw Score : 55 .
VARC: 0 , LRDI: 26 , QA: 29
Targeted Institutes
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1. GIM (Goa Institute of Management) :
GIM considers candidates with CAT percentiles above 85 for flagship programs .
With a raw score of 55 , the CAT percentile is likely around 50-60 . Direct admission to GIM is unlikely , but you can check if they accept applications through other exams like XAT , GMAT or CMAT .
2. GLIM (Great Lakes Institute of Management) , Chennai :
For the PGDM program , a CAT percentile of at least 70-75 is expected . Your chances for GLIM may be limited unless they have specific profiles for admission.
3. IMT Ghaziabad :
IMT Ghaziabad generally requires a CAT percentile of 90 or above . However , you might explore IMT Nagpur or IMT Hyderabad , which have slightly lower cutoffs (70-75 percentile) .
4. IMI Delhi :
IMI Delhi's flagship program requires around an 85+ percentile .
IMI Bhubaneswar or IMI Kolkata could be more achievable .
5. IIM SAP (Special Academic Programs) :
IIM SAPs , such as FABM at IIM Ahmedabad or PGP HRM at IIM Ranchi , require a higher percentile (85+) .
Based on the current score , an IIM SAP call is unlikely .
Suggestions
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1. Leverage Work Experience :
Highlight your 14 months of work experience in applications and interviews .
Build a strong SOP to explain why you are a good fit for your targeted B-schools .
2. Explore Alternate Exams :
Consider applying to institutes accepting CMAT , XAT or GMAT , where competition might be slightly lower .
3. Improve in the Next CAT or XAT Attempt :
If possible , retake the CAT or XAT and aim for a percentile above 85 to unlock better opportunities .
4. Backup Options:
Apply to Tier-2 B-schools such as Christ University , IBS Hyderabad , Welingkar or IFIM Bangalore , where your profile could be competitive .
Hope this helps you .
Thank you .
