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CAT Percentile Predictor 2024

CAT Percentile Predictor is a valuable tool for MBA aspirants to find out their chances of admission in various B-schools. By combining academic marks, work experience, and expected CAT 2024 scores, the tool predict the expected CAT 2024 percentile. Every Bschool, including IIMs and non-IIMs, has unique admission criteria for selecting candidates, which have changed over time. To help candidates determine their potential interview calls, our team at Careers360 has updated the CAT 2024 percentile predictor with the latest data, which helps candidates make more informed decisions about their future endeavours.


Careers360’s CAT percentile predictor is a perfect tool to predict your CAT percentile based on your CAT 2024 probable score. CAT aspirants can use this CAT 2024 percentile predictor tool to know their MBA admission chances at IIMs or top B-schools. To apply to the right B-school, you need to know your expected CAT percentile. Hence, using this tool of percentile predictor for CAT 2024 will be useful in shortlisting B-schools within your budget based on your exam score or performance.

CAT Percentile Predictor 2024 - Key Features

  • Students can estimate their CAT percentile before the CAT results are declared.

  • The accuracy of the CAT 2024 percentile calculator depends on the details provided by the aspirant.

  • The CAT 2024 percentile predictor considers the difficulty levels of the CAT exam shift, expert analysis, and student feedback to predict the CAT percentile.

What is CAT Percentile?

CAT percentile is expressed as the total percentage of candidates who scored less than or equal to a particular candidate in the CAT exam. For example, if a candidate's CAT percentile is 99, it means that his performance was better than 99 percent of the total CAT candidates that year.

CAT percentile is a metric used by premier institutions like IIMs and other top B-schools in India to assess the relative performance of MBA aspirants who have appeared in the CAT exam. This percentile is important as MBA institutes use the list of candidates for further examination stages which include Written Ability Test (WAT) and Group Discussion/ Personal Interview (GD/PI) round.

How the CAT Percentile Calculated?

The CAT percentile is calculated by converting the raw score of each candidate who attended the exam to the same scale and standards. During the CAT normalisation process, the differences in the difficulty level of the exam in multiple slots will be eradicated. Try the below formula to calculate CAT percentile score:

What is a CAT percentile predictor?

The CAT percentile predictor uses the actual exam score and percentile data of 40,000+ students who took last year's CAT exam to predict your CAT result and percentile. By using Careers360’s CAT percentile predictor 2024, you get to know your chances in IIMs. This will help you prepare for the individual interview rounds.

This year, around 3 lakh+ candidates are expected to appear for the CAT exam. With the high competition for IIM MBA admissions, it's smart to know and keep your options before everyone else. So, register on Careers360, input your expected CAT 2024 exam score and know your CAT percentile.

CAT 2024 Marking Scheme

  • For every correct answer, candidates will get +3 marks.

  • For every incorrect answer, 1 mark will be deducted.

  • No mark will be deducted for non-MCQs/ TITA questions.

How to Use Careers360’s CAT Percentile Predictor?

Careers360’s CAT percentile predictor is very easy to use. Below are the steps to follow:

  • Open Careers360’s CAT Percentile Predictor tool link

  • Input your CAT exam details in the CAT score calculator portal;

    • Expected CAT Score

    • DILR, VARC, and QA Score (Optional)

    • CAT Registration Number (Optional)

    • Date of Birth (Optional)

    • Mobile Number

  • After entering the required information, click on ‘Predict My Percentile’.

  • The result prediction report will be sent to your registered mobile number.

CAT Score vs Percentile 2024

CAT score and percentile analysis give candidates an idea about converting CAT score into percentile. Check out the expected CAT 2024 score vs percentile from the table below prepared on the basis of previous year's CAT cutoff marks and percentile.

CAT VARC Score

CAT DILR Score

CAT QA Score

CAT Overall Score

CAT Percentile

34-35

28-30

36-37

98-102

99+

32-33

27-28

30-32

90-93

98+

32-34

20-21

28-30

80-82

95+

29-30

17-19

26-27

72-75

90+

24-29

14-15

20-22

59-61

85+

20-23

11-13

15-16

46-48

80+

IIM Admission Criteria and Selection Process

The admission and selection process for MBA/ PGP 2025-27 batch in IIM and other top B-schools will begin after the conclusion of CAT exam. The admission process involves several stages to ensure a comprehensive assessment of candidates.

  • CAT score: The first and most important thing a candidate must be fulfilled is a valid score in the CAT examination. Admission to IIMs is only done through the CAT examination. The old IIMs like IIM Bangalore, IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Calcutta, IIM Lucknow, and IIM Kozhikode offer admission with a CAT percentile of 99+ and the new IIMs like IIM Mumbai, IIM Kashipur, IIM Bodh Gaya, IIM Vizhakhapattanam, and others shortlist candidates with CAT percentiles ranging from 85 to 90.

  • WAT/GD: After the release of the IIM shortlist, the shortlisted candidates will be called for the written ability test or group discussion.

  • Personal Interview: The final stage of the selection process includes a Personal Interview (PI), which plays a vital role in determining a candidate's suitability for the program.

  • Final admission results: After completing the IIM selection process, the final IIM results will be announced. The final IIM result is released based on the composite score of the candidate. The composite score is calculated by considering parameters like previous academic performance, CAT exam score, work experience, performance in the GD and interview rounds, and gender diversity. Weightage taken for each parameter can vary from one institute to another.

Expected CAT Cut off 2024

Candidates who secure a 99+ percentile in the CAT exam can join the management programmes offered by 6 old IIMs, and 90-95 percentiles can apply for the courses offered at new IIMs. Pursuing an MBA from IIMs is one of the desired goals for many MBA aspirants. Doing an MBA from IIMs will offer a world-class education, get plenty of opportunities to enhance your skills in management and entrepreneurship. 

IIMs help graduates to get hired by top companies with the best salary packages. The details regarding the IIM CAT cutoff percentile, IIM course fees, and average package offered are mentioned in the table below.

List of IIMs

CAT 2024 Cutoff (Expected)

Course Fees

Average Package Offered

IIM Ahmedabad

99-100

Rs 25 lakh

Rs. 34.45 LPA

IIM Bangalore

99-100

Rs 24.50 lakh

Rs 35.3 LPA

IIM Calcutta

99

Rs 23.00 lakh

Rs 35.07 LPA

IIM Lucknow

97+

Rs 26.50 lakh

Rs 30 LPA

IIM Indore

97+

Rs 21.17 lakh

Rs 30.21 LPA

IIM Kozhikode

97 to 98

Rs 22.50 lakh

Rs. 31.02 LPA

IIM Amritsar

95+

Rs 21.00 lakh

Rs 16.51 LPA

IIM Nagpur

95+

Rs 18.90 lakh

Rs 16.74 LPA

IIM Sambalpur

95+

Rs 21.01 lakh

Rs 16.74 LPA

IIM Trichy

94

Rs 21.00 lakh

Rs 20.55 LPA

IIM Raipur

94

Rs 18.00 lakh

Rs 21.04 LPA

IIM Ranchi

94

Rs 17.50 lakh

Rs 35.50 LPA

IIM Kashipur

94

Rs 17.30 lakh

Rs 18.10 LPA

IIM Vizag

92

Rs 17.82 lakh

Rs 16.61 LPA

IIM Udaipur

92

Rs 22.20 lakh

Rs 20.02 LPA

IIM Bodhgaya

92

Rs 17.00 lakh

Rs 14.96 LPA

IIM Shillong

90

Rs 22.71 lakh

Rs. 26.96 LPA

IIM Sirmaur

95

Rs 17.50 lakh

Rs. 14.45 LPA

IIM Rohtak

95

Rs 17.90 lakh

Rs. 18.73 LPA

IIM Mumbai

97

Rs 21 lakh

Rs. 47.29 LPA

In order to get a call from top IIMs or top B-schools, candidates need to secure a good CAT percentile. Take a look below.

Why use Careers360’s CAT 2024 percentile predictor?

Choosing the right MBA college can make or break a career, but it also depends on your CAT result. By the time the CAT results are announced, the application windows of many top MBA colleges are closed. Therefore, it is very important to decide on this in advance.

Careers360’s CAT percentile predictor helps you in making that decision as it not only predicts your percentile but also shares information about the number of MBA colleges that accept this CAT score for admissions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Ques: How is the CAT percentile calculated?

Ans: The formula for computing the IIM call predictor is given by:

 where,

P = Percentile of a candidate

N = Total number of candidates

r = Rank assigned to a candidate

Ques: Are online CAT percentile predictor tools accurate?

Ans: At the outset, we would like to inform you that no prediction tool is accurate. It is based on your CAT expected score input.

Ques: Why should I use the CAT percentile predictor tool?

Ans: Although we say that the CAT percentile predictor free tool is not accurate, we recommend you use Careers360's CAT score calculator to get a fair idea about your chances in some IIMs and other top MBA colleges.

Ques: What should I consider while using online CAT predictor tools?

Ans: The main thing to consider while using the online CAT percentile calculator for IIM is that its accuracy depends on various factors like the difficulty level of CAT questions (Slots 1, 2 and 3), the unpredictability of the type of question, and the overall performance of all the candidates.

Ques: What are the inputs needed to use in Careers360's CAT Percentile Predictor?

Ans: To use the CAT percentile calculator online tool by Careers360, you have to input;

  • CAT Estimated Score

  • DILR, VARC, and QA score (Optional)

  • CAT Registration Number 

  • Date of Birth

  • Mobile Number

Ques:  Does Careers360's CAT percentile predictor provide category-wise results?

Ans: Yes, the Careers360's CAT percentile predictor provides category-wise results.

Ques: When should I use the CAT percentile predictor?

Ans: Generally, it's best to use the CAT percentile calculator tool after you've taken the test. After taking the CAT exam, you will have an idea about the number of correct and incorrect attempts. This will help in calculating the raw CAT score.

Ques: What are the IIM admission and selection criteria?

Ans: IIM admission includes a CAT score, Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), Personal Interview (PI), Academic Record, Work Experience, Extra-Curricular Activities, and Diversity (Gender and Educational).

Ques: When is the CAT 2024 exam result expected?

Ans: The CAT result is expected to be released in the last week of December 2024. However, last year, the CAT result was released in December rather than its regular schedule.

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Questions related to CAT

With a rank of 33,000 in the VITEEE 2025 exam:

You can get:

VIT-AP (Amaravati) – Category 1 or 2 for most branches including CSE (except CSE specializations might need Cat 2).

VIT-Bhopal – Easily Category 1 for all branches including CSE and its specializations.

Both campuses have relatively lower cutoffs than VIT Vellore or Chennai, so 33,000 rank is considered good for AP or Bhopal campus.

VIT Bhopal – CSE (Cat 1): Lower fees, good for programming, but newer campus and fewer top-tier companies.

VIT Chennai – ECE (Cat 2): Better campus, more industry exposure, but higher fees and slightly lower average packages for ECE.

Verdict: If you prefer CSE and lower fees, go for VIT Bhopal. If you value campus reputation and industry exposure, choose VIT Chennai ECE.

With a VITEEE 2025 rank of 74,000 , securing admission to the B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) program at VIT-AP University under Category 1 or Category 2 is not feasible .

VIT-AP CSE Cutoff Trends

Based on previous years' data, the cutoff ranks for the CSE program at VIT-AP are as follows:

  • Category 1 : Up to 15,000

  • Category 2 : 15,001 – 25,000

  • Category 3 : 25,001 – 40,000

  • Category 4 : 40,001 – 55,000

  • Category 5 : 55,001 – 70,000+

Given your rank of 74,000 , you fall beyond the typical cutoff for Category 5. While there might be slight variations in cutoff ranks each year based on factors like seat availability and applicant pool, it's unlikely that the cutoff for Category 5 would extend significantly beyond 70,000.

Alternative Options

  1. Consider Other Campuses : VIT Bhopal and VIT Chennai may have slightly higher cutoff ranks for CSE in higher categories. Exploring these campuses could increase your chances of admission.

  2. Explore Other Specializations : If you're open to related fields, programs like CSE with specializations in AI/ML , Data Science , or Cybersecurity might have different cutoff trends.

  3. Look into Other Institutions : Private universities such as SRM Institute of Science and Technology , Amity University , or Sharda University offer CSE programs with varying admission criteria.

  4. Alternative Pathways : Consider enrolling in a diploma or certification course in computer science or related fields to build foundational knowledge, and then explore lateral entry options into B.Tech programs. https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/viteee-cutoff

Hey there! With a rank of 74k in VITEEE, getting into CSE at VIT AP might be a bit tricky, especially in Category 1, where the competition is pretty fierce. However, you might have a better shot in Category 2, as they usually have more seats and slightly relaxed criteria. It's always worth checking the latest cutoffs and trends, but don't lose hope just yet! Good luck! For more detail call-9962747850

With a rank of 74,000 in VITEEE, it is unlikely that you will secure admission in Computer Science Engineering (CSE) in either Category 1 or Category 2 at VIT AP, as the cutoffs for CSE are generally higher. However, you may explore other branches or options.

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