Hi aspirant,

For OBC applicants aspiring for IIMs, a CAT percentile of 80-85 or higher is generally regarded as an acceptable benchmark. While the exact minimum varies, a percentile of 80 or greater is frequently given as a qualifying standard for OBC candidates at various IIMs. To boost your chances of obtaining a call from a top IIM, strive for a percentile of 90 or above.

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Hello aspirant,

There is no upper or lower age limit to apply for the CAT exam in terms of age. Graduate students may enrol for the CAT exam, but if they are accepted, they must submit the necessary paperwork when they apply for admission to their chosen IIM institute.

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Yes, scoring above 99.9 percentile in CAT significantly increases your chances of getting a call from IIM Bangalore,  with your academic background. Here's why:

• High CAT Score: A score exceeding  99.9 percentile is exceptional and puts you amongst the top candidates vying for admission. IIM Bangalore prioritizes  CAT scores heavily in the shortlisting process.

• Strong Academics: Your 96% in CBSE 12th and a B.Tech degree demonstrate a solid academic foundation, which IIM Bangalore also considers during shortlisting.

However, the shortlisting process is multifaceted:

• Other Factors: IIM Bangalore considers other factors beyond CAT scores, such as your work experience (if any), XAT score (if you appear for it), academic diversity, gender diversity, and performance in the interview and Written Ability Test (WAT) stages (if shortlisted).

Here's what you can do to strengthen your application:

• Focus on WAT and PI: If you receive a shortlist, prepare extensively for the Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI). These stages assess your communication, soft skills, leadership potential, and suitability for the program.

• Work Experience (if applicable): If you have work experience, highlight your achievements and how they align with your chosen IIM Bangalore program.

Overall, with a stellar CAT score and a strong academic background, you have a very good chance of getting a call from IIM Bangalore. But remember to prepare comprehensively for the other stages of the selection process.

Yes, you are eligible to appear for the Common Admission Test (CAT) if you are in the final year of your three-year Bachelor's degree. According to the eligibility criteria, candidates appearing for the final year of Bachelor’s degree/ equivalent examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results can also apply to appear for the CAT. However, if you get selected for admission, then you will be allowed to join the programme provisionally, only if you submit a certificate from the Principal/ Registrar of the University/ Institution stating that you have completed all the requirements for obtaining the Bachelor’s degree on the date of issue of the certificate.

Hello aspirant,

On August 2, 2023, the Indian Institute of Management began the CAT 2023 application period. Candidates who are interested and qualified may submit their application at iimcat.ac.in before September 20. Aspirants must make sure they meet the eligibility requirements in order to take the CAT Entrance Exam before completing the CAT form 2023.

To get the step to step guidelines to fill the form and solve all your doubts, you can visit the following link:

https://bschool.careers360.com/articles/how-to-fill-cat-application-form-step-step-guide

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