CAT 2024 Percentile Predictor

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 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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With a CAT 2024 percentile of 93.94, you have a strong chance of receiving interview calls from several esteemed institutions. Here's a breakdown of potential options:


1. Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs):


While the top IIMs (like Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta) typically have higher cutoffs, several newer and mid-tier IIMs have cutoffs around your percentile:


IIM Udaipur: Final cutoff between 93-95 percentile.


IIM Sirmaur: Final cutoff around 91-92 percentile.


IIM Rohtak: Final cutoff between 94.5-96 percentile.


IIM Vishakhapatnam: Final cutoff around 92-93 percentile.


IIM Nagpur: Final cutoff between 95-97 percentile.


IIM Ranchi: Final cutoff between 94-96 percentile.


IIM Bodhgaya: Final cutoff between 93-95 percentile.


IIM Shillong: Final cutoff around 92 percentile.


IIM Jammu: Final cutoff between 93-94 percentile.


IIM Amritsar: Final cutoff around 95 percentile.


IIM Trichy: Final cutoff between 95-96 percentile.



These cutoffs are approximate and can vary based on factors like category, academic background, and work experience.


2. Other Top MBA Colleges Accepting CAT Scores:


Beyond the IIMs, several prestigious institutions accept CAT scores and have cutoffs within your percentile range:


SPJIMR Mumbai: Known for its management programs.


MDI Gurgaon: Offers a variety of management courses.


FMS Delhi: Renowned for its MBA program.


IITs (e.g., IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi): Some IITs offer MBA programs with cutoffs around 90-95 percentile.


IMI Delhi: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


MICA Ahmedabad: Specializes in communications and offers management programs.


JBIMS Mumbai: Known for its management courses.


Goa Institute of Management: Offers various management programs.


Welingkar Mumbai: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


NITIE Mumbai: Focuses on industrial engineering and management.


IMT Ghaziabad: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


IMI Kolkata: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


XIMB Bhubaneswar: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


UPES Dehradun: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


BIMTECH Greater Noida: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


IFMR GSB Chennai: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


IMI Bhubaneswar: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


IMT Hyderabad: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


UPES Dehradun: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


BIMTECH Greater Noida: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


IFMR GSB Chennai: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


IMI Bhubaneswar: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


IMT Hyderabad: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


UPES Dehradun: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


BIMTECH Greater Noida: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


IFMR GSB Chennai: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


IMI Bhubaneswar: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


IMT Hyderabad: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


UPES Dehradun: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


BIMTECH Greater Noida: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


IFMR GSB Chennai: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


IMI Bhubaneswar: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


IMT Hyderabad: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


UPES Dehradun: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


BIMTECH Greater Noida: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


IFMR GSB Chennai: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


IMI Bhubaneswar: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


IMT Hyderabad: Provides management courses with competitive cutoffs.


UPES Dehradun: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs.


BIMTECH Greater Noida: Provides mana

gement courses with competitive cutoffs.


IFMR GSB Chennai: Offers management programs with competitive cutoffs



Hi,

With a CAT 2024 score of 93.94 percentile, you have a good chance of getting calls from several prestigious IIMs. Here are some possibilities

IIMs:

- IIM Indore: 90 percentile (General Category)

- IIM Ahmedabad: 80 percentile (General Category)

- IIM Bangalore: 85 percentile (General Category)

- IIM Calcutta: 85 percentile (General Category)

- IIM Lucknow: 90 percentile (General Category)

- IIM Kozhikode: 85 percentile (General Category)

- IIM Shillong: Sectional Cutoffs


Other Top B-Schools:

- SPJIMR (S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research): 90-95 percentile

- MDI Gurgaon (Management Development Institute): 90-95 percentile

- XIME (Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship): 90-95 percentile

- FMS Delhi (Faculty of Management Studies): 95-99 percentile

- IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay: 90-99 percentile

These are general estimates and cutoffs can vary each year based on the difficulty of the exam and the number of applicants. It's always a good idea to check the official websites of these institutes for the most accurate and updated information.

Hello,

Given that you scored 93.94 percentile for CAT 2024, you should get interview calls from some of the newer and baby IIMs in Nagpur, IIM Amritsar, IIM Bodh Gaya, IIM Sambalpur, IIM Sirmaur, and IIM Jammu. The list will be pre- cut based on your academic profile, work experience, category, and performance in other criteria like WAT/PI.

In addition to IIMs, you may also consider the top B-schools like IMT Ghaziabad, XIM Bhubaneswar, TAPMI, Great Lakes Institute of Management, FORE School of Management, and KJ Somaiya. All these institutes have good placements and are known for quality management education.

Use the CAT college predictor to explore more of your options. This predicts colleges considering your score, profile, and category, and tools that provide a comprehensive list of institutes that you can consider applying for.

Hi,

Based on the previous year analysis, According to your CAT 2024 percentile you have chances to get call from some of the IIM including:

  • IIM Vishakapatnam
  • IIM Shillong
  • IIM Udaipur

Some of the good colleges other than IIM in which you have chances to get a seat are the following

  • Xavier's Institute of Management, Bhubaneshwar
  • International Management Institute, New Delhi

You can predict the colleges in which you have chance to get a seat for MBA course using the CAT 2024 college predictor tool.

Hope this information will help you

Based on your CAT and NMAT scores, here's a suggested preference order for the colleges you've applied to, keeping in mind that MBA Finance specializations often have specific cutoffs:

  • GIM GOA: Your CAT percentile is above their cutoff, and your NMAT score is competitive. GIM GOA has a good reputation for its finance program.
  • TAPMI: Your scores are well above their cutoffs, and TAPMI is known for its strong placements, especially in finance.
  • NIA PUNE: Your scores are slightly above their cutoffs, and NIA PUNE has a good track record in finance.
  • NIBM PUNE: Your scores are slightly above their cutoffs, and NIBM PUNE is a well-regarded college, especially for its finance program.
  • FORE SCHOOL: Your scores are above their cutoffs, and FORE SCHOOL has a good reputation for its finance program.
  • GLIM CHENNAI: Your scores are slightly below their cutoffs, but GLIM CHENNAI is a well-regarded college.
  • XIM B: Your scores are well below their cutoffs, making it a less likely option.

You must make considerations on specialization, placements, faculty, curriculum and campus life and go for the college that you believe suits you the best.

All the very best!

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