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    CAT 2025 Cutoff for Top Non-IIMs: Expected Percentile for MICA, MDI, TISS, FMS, SPJIMR & More

    CAT 2025 Cutoff for Top Non-IIMs: Expected Percentile for MICA, MDI, TISS, FMS, SPJIMR & More

    Himanshu ShekharUpdated on 11 Dec 2025, 03:27 PM IST

    The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) are the most sought-after management institutes for every CAT aspirant, but given the IIMs competitiveness, not many aspirants make it in. But there are several prestigious non-IIMs, also known as top B-schools, like MICA, MDI, LIBA and TISS that also accept CAT scores for admission to their management programs. Knowing the expected cutoffs for these institutions is crucial for aspirants aiming to secure a seat in these reputed MBA colleges. Below, we explore the expected CAT cutoffs for these top non-IIMs MBA colleges in 2025, along with admission tips and insights.

    This Story also Contains

    1. MICA CAT Cutoff 2025
    2. TISS CAT Cutoff 2025
    3. Other Popular Non-IIMs Accepting CAT 2025 Scores
    4. Tips to Clear Non-IIM CAT Cutoffs 2025
    CAT 2025 Cutoff for Top Non-IIMs: Expected Percentile for MICA, MDI, TISS, FMS, SPJIMR & More
    CAT Cutoff for Popular Non-IIMs Like MICA, and TISS

    MICA CAT Cutoff 2025

    The MICA CAT cutoff for 2025 PGDM is expected between 80-85 percentiles for general categories. MICA Ahmedabad is renowned for its flagship program, PGDM-C (Post Graduate Diploma in Management – Communications). Candidates must appear for CAT and MICAT (MICA’s entrance test). However, clearing MICAT and excelling in the personal interview % Group discussion are equally crucial.

    Key Factors for Admission:

    • MICAT performance- 25%

    • CAT score (used as a qualifying criterion)- 35%

    • Group Exercise (GE) and PI performance- 10% & 20% respectively

    • Academics- 5%

    • Diversity Factors- 5%

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    TISS CAT Cutoff 2025

    Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) accepts CAT scores for admission to its HRM and LR programs at the Mumbai campus. The expected cutoff is 70 percentile for the general category.

    TISS also conducts its own entrance exam, TISSNET, and candidates must excel in this test to secure admission. CAT scores are used as a supplementary factor in the selection process.

    CAT 2025 Cut off for non-IIMs: TISS

    The minimum CAT cutoff 2025 (overall) for the OA shortlisting round for TISS MA programmes is mentioned in the table below.

    TISS category
    TISS MA (HRM&LR and ODCL)
    TISS MHA
    General/KM/AF/EWS7060
    NC-OBC6354
    SC/ST5345
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    Other Popular Non-IIMs Accepting CAT 2025 Scores

    SPJIMR Mumbai:

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    IBSAT 2026-ICFAI Business School MBA/PGPM 2027

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    FMS Delhi:

    IMT Ghaziabad:

    MDI Gurgaon:

    KJ Somaiya Institute of Management:

    • KJ Somaiya CAT cut off 2025 Overall would be around 85+ percentile

    Tips to Clear Non-IIM CAT Cutoffs 2025

    1. Understand the Selection Criteria: Institutions like MICA and TISS consider factors beyond CAT scores, such as profiles, essays, and personal interviews. Research the specific requirements.

    2. Ace the Sectional Cutoffs: Balance your preparation across all sections to meet the individual sectional cutoffs.

    3. Prepare for GD/PI: Most non-IIMs emphasise group discussions and personal interviews. Start preparing early.

    4. Leverage Your Strengths: Institutes like SPJIMR offer profile-based selections. Highlight your achievements and strengths.

    5. Stay Consistent: Practice mock tests regularly to improve your overall and sectional scores.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: Which non-IIMs accept CAT score?
    A:

    The top MBA colleges accepting CAT 2025 scores (Non-IIMs) include FMS Delhi, SPJIMR Mumbai, MDI Gurgaon, IIFT Delhi and IIT Delhi DOMs. 

    Q: What is the CAT 2025 cutoff for MICA?
    A:

    MICA CAT cutoff for 2025 is expected to be around the 80-85+ percentile.

    Q: Which non-IIMs accept a CAT score of 85 percentile?
    A:

    Institutions like KJ Somaiya, TISS, and Fore School of Management accept CAT scores around 85 percentile.

    Q: How important is the GD/PI process for non-IIM admissions?
    A:

    GD/PI is crucial for most non-IIMs, as they focus on holistic evaluation beyond CAT scores.

    Q: Is TISS admission possible solely through CAT scores?
    A:

    No, TISS also conducts TISSNET, which is mandatory for admission. CAT scores are supplementary.

    Q: Does MICA accept only CAT scores for admission?
    A:

    No, MICA also requires candidates to appear for MICAT, along with CAT, XAT, or GMAT scores.

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