After CAT 2024 exam, you can predict your overall performance by using CAT 2024 Percentile Predictor tool before the declaration of the actual result and know your chances to get shortlisted by IIMs as per their expected cut-offs.
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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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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.
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 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
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+
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.
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
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
Rs 21.17 lakh
Rs 30.21 LPA
IIM Kozhikode
97 to 98
Rs 22.50 lakh
Rs. 31.02 LPA
IIM Amritsar
Rs 21.00 lakh
Rs 16.51 LPA
IIM Nagpur
Rs 18.90 lakh
Rs 16.74 LPA
IIM Sambalpur
Rs 21.01 lakh
IIM Trichy
94
Rs 20.55 LPA
IIM Raipur
Rs 18.00 lakh
Rs 21.04 LPA
IIM Ranchi
Rs 17.50 lakh
Rs 35.50 LPA
IIM Kashipur
Rs 17.30 lakh
Rs 18.10 LPA
IIM Vizag
92
Rs 17.82 lakh
Rs 16.61 LPA
IIM Udaipur
Rs 22.20 lakh
Rs 20.02 LPA
IIM Bodhgaya
Rs 17.00 lakh
Rs 14.96 LPA
IIM Shillong
90
Rs 22.71 lakh
Rs. 26.96 LPA
IIM Sirmaur
95
Rs. 14.45 LPA
IIM Rohtak
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.
FMS, SPJIMR, MDI, IMT Ghaziabad, and ISB Hyderabad: 95+ percentile.
Tier 2 MBA college CAT cutoff: 85+ percentile.
MBA colleges accepting low CAT scores (50-60 percentile): IPE Hyderabad, EDII Ahmedabad, NDIM Delhi, etc.
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.
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
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.
Hello Ashish,
Yes, you can get admission to MBA programs at IISWBM without a CAT score, but only for certain courses. Note that IISWBM has MBA programs under the University of Calcutta and flagship courses like MBA (Day) or MBA-HRM typically require a CAT score. Other programs like the PGDM or Executive MBA/Course may have other entrance examinations on which consideration would be made, or considerations may be based on merit, and of course work experience. Always run any eligibility detail checks with the official IISWBM (https://www.iiswbm.edu/) website or The IISWBM prospectus.
Hello,
Yes, a state (Delhi) NC-OBC certificate is valid for CAT 2025 , but it must be in the central government format (for appointment to posts under Government of India).
Also, it should be issued after 31st March 2025, as required by IIMs. If your certificate meets these conditions, it will be accepted.
Hope it helps !
Hello aspirant, With 375 marks and an AIR of around 2.6 lakh in NEET 2025, getting admission to Ayurvedic & Unani Tibbia College (AUTC), New Delhi under the state quota is quite difficult. The cutoffs for government BAMS seats in AUTC generally stay below AIR 50,000, especially for the General and EWS categories. Your score may not meet the cutoff in the first or second rounds, but you might still have a slim chance in the mop-up or stray vacancy rounds, depending on how many seats remain and how other candidates opt. If you're a Delhi domicile and have all your documents ready, you should definitely apply and fill AUTC as a top choice. It’s also good to keep backup options in other AYUSH colleges open.
GIBS Business School in Bangalore accepts multiple national and state-level entrance exam scores for admission to its PGDM program. You can apply using scores from exams like CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT, ATMA, or various state-level CETs.
The admission process typically considers your entrance exam score along with your academic record, performance in the group discussion and personal interview, and any work experience you may have. For the BBA program, admissions are generally based on your Class 12 marks and do not require entrance exam scores.
If you're planning to apply, it's a good idea to keep your exam score, academic documents, and personal statement ready for the selection rounds.
If your son’s first preference is CSE, then Amrita Bangalore clearly leads among the three, simply because CSE opens more doors in terms of placements, internships, and future-proof careers. Amrita is also NAAC A++ and has a strong reputation, especially for CSE. Category 2 is also manageable fee-wise compared to higher categories.
VIT Chennai is a decent campus, and their ECE program is solid, but Category 5 means much higher fees and very low chance of branch upgrade later. CSE at VIT Chennai would have been more competitive here — but ECE at that fee tier is not as strong a deal unless your son has a strong interest in core electronics.
Manipal Bangalore (MIT Bengaluru campus) is a newer campus. ECE there is still developing in terms of placements and faculty compared to the main Manipal campus. Unless your son strongly prefers Bangalore or is getting some advantage here like scholarships or internship access, it doesn't stand out above Amrita.
So, recommendation: Go with Amrita Bangalore CSE (Category 2). It balances a strong branch with a decent campus and better long-term potential in the tech industry. If your son is open to core electronics and you’re okay with the higher cost, VIT Chennai is fine, but still comes second to CSE at Amrita.
All the best!
hi,
Yes, with a NEET score of 317 and being from Bihar with OBC category, you still have chances to get a seat. For BDS, getting a government seat may be difficult because the cutoffs are usually higher. But you can try for private BDS colleges, especially in the mop-up and spot rounds.You can get a seat in private BAMS colleges in Bihar, and maybe in semi-government colleges if cutoffs drop this year.
Hi aspirant,
The IIM admissions procedure is multifaceted .
Cracking the CAT demands a smart and systematic strategy .
Success relies on discipline , dedication , and a good outlook . All the best!
Hey Paridhi ,
I hope you are absolutely fine. As per your mentioned query , you have to understand the exam pattern first. Its syllabus, the type of questions and so on. Here i am mentioning some tips i hope this will be helpful for you.
To know more you can refer this :
https://bschool.careers360.com/articles/cat-preparation-strategy
Revert for further query!
Good luck !
Hello Abhishek,
No, you cannot take admission into B. Tech Marine Engineering at CUSAT if you do not take the CAT 2025 exam. CUSAT CAT is a mandatory exam for admission into all undergraduate programs including B Tech Marine Engineering. Admission to the program will only be possible for candidates with valid CAT scores.
350s is below typical general category cutoffs for private MBBS seats.
Only realistic route is through management/NRI quota in lower-tier colleges with high fees.
Government seats are highly unlikely .
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