IIM selection criteria 😨 What is safe percentile for dream MBA college

Summary

This video script discusses the selection criteria for Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), emphasizing that academic performance is not the sole determinant for admission. It highlights the importance of CAT percentile scores, especially for top IIMs, and provides insights into the varying selection processes of different IIMs. The script also offers advice on target percentiles for different categories of candidates, including general, OBC, SC, ST, and non-engineers, and touches on the unique selection approach of SP Jain, which values exceptional achievements outside academics.

Takeaways

• 📊 The selection criteria for IIMs primarily focus on the CAT percentile, with the exception of IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Nagpur, which consider academic performance as well.
• 🎯 A general category candidate aiming for top IIMs should target a CAT percentile of 99.5 or higher to be safe, considering the competition and seat availability.
• 🏫 IIM Ahmedabad is highly competitive and requires a CAT percentile of 99.5 to 99.6 for candidates with a strong academic profile, while a percentile of 99.8 may be necessary for those with a slightly weaker profile.
• 📚 IIM Bangalore considers both CAT percentile and academic performance, with a preference for candidates with high CAT scores and strong academic records.
• 💼 Work experience can be advantageous for candidates with a lower CAT percentile, especially when applying to IIMs that value academic excellence.
• 🏦 IIM Kolkata focuses less on academic performance and more on CAT percentile, making it a good option for candidates with high percentile scores, even in non-traditional fields like finance.
• 🏛 IIM Indore places significant weight on academic performance, making it challenging for candidates with lower academic scores, even with high CAT percentiles.
• 🎓 IIM Lucknow is known for calling candidates with high CAT percentiles, even those with lower academic scores, but converting the call into selection can be difficult.
• 📈 IIM Kozhikode, similar to IIM Bangalore, values both CAT percentile and academic performance, with a preference for candidates who excel in both areas.
• 📘 FMS Delhi does not consider academic performance heavily and gives importance to verbal ability, with a CAT percentile target of 99.5 for selection.
• 🌟 SP Jain is unique in its selection process, focusing on exceptional profiles and achievements outside of academics, with a minimum CAT percentile requirement of 85.

Q & A

What is the significance of the numbers 999 and 887 in the context of the script?

The numbers 999 and 887 are used metaphorically to represent high academic performance or a strong profile for candidates applying to IIMs. A '999' profile is considered excellent, while '887' is slightly less but still strong.

What does the speaker mean by 'CAT percentile'?

The CAT (Common Admission Test) percentile refers to a candidate's performance in the CAT exam, which is a standardized test used for admission into IIMs. It is a key factor in the selection process for most IIMs, except for IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Nagpur.

What is the safe percentile mentioned for admission into IIMs?

The speaker suggests that a CAT percentile of 94 or 93 is generally considered safe for admission into most IIMs, except for IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore, which may require higher percentiles.

How does IIM Ahmedabad's selection process differ from other IIMs?

IIM Ahmedabad's selection process is more stringent, requiring a very high CAT percentile, typically 99.5 or 99.6, for candidates with a '999' profile. It is suggested that even a small dip in percentile can affect the chances of selection.

What is the role of academics in the selection process of IIMs?

For most IIMs, the selection process is primarily based on the CAT percentile. However, IIM Indore, for example, gives significant weight to academics, which can impact the selection of candidates with lower CAT percentiles.

What is the speaker's view on the selection criteria of IIMs?

The speaker believes that selection should be based on entrance exam performance rather than overall academic performance since childhood, as it is more fair and reflects current capabilities.

What is the significance of a '999' profile for IIM Bangalore?

A '999' profile, indicating excellent academic performance, along with a high CAT percentile, significantly improves a candidate's chances of being shortlisted for IIM Bangalore.

How does work experience affect the chances of selection for IIMs?

Work experience can be beneficial, especially for candidates with a slightly lower CAT percentile. Freshers with a '999' profile may face more competition, but experienced candidates can leverage their work experience to their advantage.

What is the speaker's advice for candidates targeting top IIMs?

The speaker advises candidates to aim for a CAT percentile of at least 99.5 to be competitive for top IIMs, considering the high number of applicants and limited seats.

What are the speaker's thoughts on the selection process of SP Jain?

The speaker highlights that SP Jain has a profile-based selection process, where candidates with exceptional achievements outside academics can be shortlisted even with a minimum CAT percentile of 85.

Outlines

00:00

📊 CAT Percentile and IIM Selection Insights

This paragraph discusses the selection criteria for IIMs, focusing on the importance of CAT percentile over academic performance. It explains that except for IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Nagpur, all IIMs consider only the CAT percentile for admissions. The speaker mentions that a high CAT percentile, around 94, can open up opportunities in various IIMs with good placement figures. The paragraph also highlights the varying chances for candidates with different academic profiles, such as those with scores of 999, 887, or 776, and how these scores might affect their chances in different IIMs.

05:04

🎯 Target Percentiles for Top IIMs and Factors Influencing Selection

The speaker elaborates on the target CAT percentiles for different IIMs, emphasizing that a percentile of 99.5 or above is almost a guarantee for a call from IIM Ahmedabad, especially for candidates with a strong academic profile. The paragraph also discusses the selection criteria for IIM Bangalore, which is more focused on academics, and how work experience can be beneficial for candidates with lower CAT percentiles. Additionally, it touches on the selection process for IIM Kolkata, which is open to top percentiles regardless of the academic background, and the challenges faced by non-engineers and candidates with lower academic scores in getting selected into top IIMs.

10:08

🏆 Special Considerations for Non-Traditional Academic Profiles and Colleges

This paragraph delves into the selection criteria for colleges like IIM Indore, which gives significant weight to academics, and the difficulties faced by candidates with lower academic scores. It also mentions IIM Lucknow's high percentile requirements and the speaker's personal experience with the selection process. The paragraph further discusses the academic emphasis of IIM Kozhikode and the importance of having a high CAT percentile for non-engineers or those from reserved categories. Lastly, it highlights the unique selection approach of FMS and SP Jain, which consider verbal ability and non-academic achievements, respectively.

Keywords

💡IIM Selection Criteria

The term 'IIM Selection Criteria' refers to the standards and requirements set by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) for selecting candidates for their management programs. In the video, it is the central theme, discussing how different IIMs weigh various factors like CAT percentile, academic performance, and profile diversity when considering applicants for admission.

💡CAT Percentile

The 'CAT Percentile' is a score that represents a candidate's performance on the Common Admission Test (CAT) in comparison to all other test-takers. The video emphasizes the importance of achieving a high CAT percentile for securing admission in top IIMs, with specific percentile targets mentioned for different IIMs and categories of candidates.

💡Academics

In the context of the video, 'Academics' refers to a candidate's educational background, including their performance in school and college. It is one of the factors considered by some IIMs, particularly for candidates with a '999' or '887' profile, indicating high academic scores. The video discusses how different IIMs have varying levels of emphasis on academic performance in their selection process.

💡Profile

The 'Profile' in the video denotes a candidate's overall educational and extracurricular achievements. It is used to illustrate the different levels of academic excellence, such as '999' for top scorers and '887' for those with slightly lower scores. The video explains how a strong profile can impact the chances of getting a call from IIMs, especially for candidates with exceptional achievements outside academics.

💡Safe Percentile

'Safe Percentile' is a term used to describe the minimum CAT percentile score that a candidate should aim for to have a strong chance of being selected for admission into IIMs. The video provides insights into what could be considered a safe percentile for different categories of candidates and for different IIMs, suggesting that a percentile of 99.5 is a good target for top colleges.

💡General Category

The 'General Category' refers to candidates who do not fall under any reserved categories such as SC, ST, OBC, or EWS in the context of IIM admissions. The video discusses the different percentile targets for candidates in the general category, highlighting that they often need to achieve higher percentiles to secure a seat in top IIMs compared to candidates from reserved categories.

💡Work Experience

In the video, 'Work Experience' is mentioned as a factor that can influence a candidate's selection, especially for those with an '887' profile. It suggests that candidates with work experience may have an advantage over freshers when applying to IIMs, as they bring additional value to the program.

💡Profile-Based Call

A 'Profile-Based Call' is a selection approach used by some IIMs, where candidates are shortlisted based on their unique achievements or experiences, rather than just their academic scores or CAT percentile. The video mentions SP Jain as an example of a college that uses this approach, where candidates with exceptional profiles can be considered even with a lower CAT percentile.

💡Conversion

'Conversion' in the context of the video refers to the process of successfully moving from being shortlisted for an interview to being officially selected for admission. The video discusses the challenges of converting calls into selections, especially for candidates with certain profiles or percentiles, and how this can vary across different IIMs.

💡Verbal Ability

The 'Verbal Ability' is a component of the CAT exam that assesses a candidate's proficiency in English language skills. The video points out that some IIMs, like FMS, give significant weight to verbal ability scores, suggesting that candidates with high scores in this area may have an advantage, even if their overall CAT percentile is slightly lower.

Highlights

IIM Selection Criteria are primarily based on CAT percentile for most IIMs, except IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Nagpur.

A CAT percentile of 94 or 93 is generally considered safe for admission into top IIMs for general category candidates.

Placement salaries in IIMs range from an average of 22 to 225 lakhs.

IIM Ahmedabad requires a very high CAT percentile of 99.5 or 99.6 for a sure shot selection.

IIM Bangalore focuses more on academics and gives some leeway on CAT percentile.

Work experience can slightly mitigate the impact of a lower CAT percentile for IIM Bangalore.

IIM Kolkata is open to top percentiles and does not heavily weigh academic background.

IIM Indore places significant weight on academics, with CAT exam weightage being only 20%.

IIM Lucknow is known for calling candidates with percentiles above 99, even with a lower academic profile.

IIM Kozhikode has a strong academic presence and may call candidates with a CAT percentile of 99.5.

For top six IIMs, aiming for a CAT percentile of 99.5 is recommended for general category candidates.

Non-engineers and female candidates in the general category can aim for a slightly lower CAT percentile of 99.

OBC candidates should aim for a CAT percentile of 97, while SC/ST candidates can aim for 93.

FMS Delhi gives equal academic marks to everyone with a score above 74.99 and prioritizes verbal ability.

SP Jain is a profile-based call and does not have reservations, requiring a minimum CAT percentile of 85.

SP Jain values unique achievements and skills, believing in the transferability of excellence.

Transcripts

IIM Selection Criteria: If my profile is such that I have got 999

or 887 then which IIM, what is my target, what

can be the safe percentile, today we will know this, first let's see the profile once Ross. A

character from my favorite TV series Friends was very intelligent, so he has got 999,

so how opportunities open up for him, what I

have written about 88 and 78 and why I have written that, I will tell you the meaning of 887, if your portfolio is

of academics. Then, the person who has got 6, 6, 5 or you can think that he

has got 776, if he has some profile then what are his possibilities, in which

colleges are his chances open, let us understand this first thing, baby.

IIMs and New IIMs, here the path is very clear, your

future life will not be determined by your academic performance, because these

colleges will only look at your CAT percentile, so different from IIM

Bod Gaya and IIM Nagpur. Except these two I 'm Baby and New I'ms, all

the colleges only look at your CAT percentile so last time cap call

came in 94 pearl if I am not wrong sometimes it comes in 93 pearl also so if you got 94 And

it has come around 93 pearl and if you are in general category then all these

colleges open up for you and the placement the salary figures in all these

colleges are ruffle around ₹ lakhs average to 22 to 225 lakhs also a little bit The average of colleges

is so beautiful, very beautiful, I totally like this approach. I think if you

are taking an entrance exam, then you should give admission on the basis of your performance

and not on the whole academics which you have done since childhood. Do So Upload The

Decision Of These Aims To Only Take The Cat Percentile As The Basis For Selection Chalte

Hain Old Aims Mein Old Aims Mein The Big Shot I Am Ahmedabad Agar To Aap Ross Hain

Ross Hai To Aapko 99.5 99.6 Percentile Agar Aapke Aa Aayi So you are almost sure that you

will get a call from I am Ahmedabad. Next let's talk about Chandler's Challer's call is 887 so

he wants tile at 99.8. Sure shot of I am Ahmedabad. If you want a call then see now

if you are 888 then 99.5 99.6. You can also get a call in IIT but sometimes when it

becomes 887 then the matter becomes dicey and this has happened because there

are people in my contact list who are from IIT and they have done their preparation.

If you go to school, then there they do not focus that much in 12th,

so their 12th marks, I have seen mostly in 70's house and

some of these children have not got it. I know one friend of mine who

is live sure .

Did not get a call from i am ahmedabad so i should not point out to only this

unique case but i just want to tell you that if your is 887 then for 99.8 perl i am

ahmedabad you will need next if you are joi then here It is very difficult for you to get selected

in I am Ahmedabad. If you

have brought 100% oil or if you have brought 99.99 then it may be yours. It is very difficult for

you to go in to I am Ahmedabad. The next college is I. Am Bangalore na Bangalore is more

focused on academics I must say there is a little leave in your CAT percentile so if

you are Ross you are 999 and you

have also got 98 percentile I think that you will have a very decent chance to Make it

into I am Bangalore athlete shortlist call should definitely come if you have

spikes let's say at 90 90 95 or even one is above 95 then sometimes

people have got calls even in 97 pearls. Essentially what I want to tell you is that

if your profile in I am Bangalore is completely different from 999, your call will come, so ensure

that you double down in the card, the path of I am Bangalore may open for you.

Let's talk about 887 having slightly less chances. If you are thinking of being

in general category then I am Bangalore and I

want to add to this that if you have work experience . If there is a little left then go to 887.

Freshers will have problem in 887 because of the number of freshers will have 999

portfolio. There would be too many o ok so they would rather take them then 887 in a

fresher coming back to joe is very very difficult . Again for a general candidate with

this portfolio to get in to I am Bangalar Very sorry to say that unless again you

are the topper 100% and 99.99% coming to I am Kolkata I am

Kolkata is one of the two colleges which are for top percentiles She is open, she

doesn't look much at how your academic background is, so even if you are Ross,

Joey and Cheadle, if you have 99.5 pearl, you will have a very decent chance of getting

a shortlisted call, and if So you are CA or CFA because I am

Kolkata is mostly finance college with that strength in finance so if you

have CSCF then you can get call even in tile at 96, I have seen CS

in aisle at 95 also here. While going for interview in shortlist call, So if you are a

CA or a CFA and you are thinking of pursuing CAT, double down because

even if you get some low percentile by mistake, you will have a very good chance.

Coming to II Am Indore Now This is the Colleges that I have the maximum amount of

pain with because their CAT weightage, CAT exam weightage is only 20

on 20, CAT weightage is on 20, the rest is all about your academics, so normally what I have seen is

that the one with 999 got Normally a call comes from I am Indore, if you are less than 888

then you can still get a call, but if you are anything below 887 then

it becomes very difficult to get a call from I am Indore even if you have the best. Suppose off percentile

is also 99.8 but your call portfolio is essentially 887. Difficult is very

difficult to get call from colleges like I am Indore. Coming to I am Lucknow My fast

college because of 99.2, when I got the call from only one and only I am Lucknow. I was the one who

called me, I was not converted for the interview but the call was given, so

again if you have something more than 99 percentile, your call from I am Lucknow is

almost assured, I have also seen people in the aisle at 98 who called them. I am Lucknow

call has come even with chail profile means 887 even they have got I am Lucknow best

shortlist call but you will have difficulty converting that means finally when

you are selected there will be difficulty so if you are 888 or 999 I m lucknow

has its door open at 98 98.5 pearl coming to i am cozy quote again something more more similar

to i am bangalore they have a huge academic presence meaning if you are 999 you

have some spikes in 9090 96 then you have i am cozy Quote se to definitely call aayega

If you are a channel you may also get a call but you should be at

99.5 so 98 to 99.5 is where I would say I am because quote can give you a call a shortlist

call but bottom line gets That if I am preparing, then what should I

ask for safely? What should be my target? For the target, you

will have to understand the total environment of every black college. If we take six colleges, even

if we take 500, 500 seats. So the total seats are, what is the after reservation of 3000 general candidates in these top six colleges,

22.5 are probably for SC, ST, 27 are I think

for OBC and 10 are probably for EWS, so the total is found to be reserved around 60, but 40

if The remaining 3000 at 40 is 1200. If 3 lakh people are giving the exam and

you have to grab these 1200 seats then your percentile should be 0 then that means 99.6. So

I believe that if you are aiming at 99.5. That's the target you

should be having for these top colleges that we have talked about anything less than that you will

always be there on luck that hey let's get my 10 good or else I have a little A Yeh

kya bolte hain work experience or Then I am a non-engineer, so you

can enter like this, but you have to keep the target at 99.5. If you

are not a general engineer, you are a non-engineer and If you are female in general category then you

can go for 99 pearl target also it will be ok if you are OBC then your target to get

in these top colleges should be 97 pearl for ABC and 95 pearl for LK I am SC and

ST again 93 pearl For ABC 92 at 91 Pearl For the other colleges LK I this should be the

target that you should be playing with in order to reach these colleges There are two more big

colleges FMS Again at 99.5 Pearl Irrespective what is your profile and

I told you That's why I have kept Chadal at 76, 78, basically their

criteria is 75 and above, they give same marks to everyone academically, so

if your

score is above 74.99, 7.5, 7.5, then you will get a call from FMS. There is no need to think about

academics, if you have got 99.5 in verbal, verbal is more important than that.

They give a lot of privilege to verbal,

so if you have got 99.5 in verbal and overall let 's say you have got 99, then also you

Call may come, give preference lot for verbal ability so you can focus on that and

finally my alma mater that is SP Jan SP Jan is a profile based call so they

give the shortlist even before the result of CAT comes, it is ok for you In CAT you just

have to bring oil at 85 and you can convert that is the beauty of it and there is no

reservation it is a private college but it will be a little difficult to convert 85 in pearl

999 888 887 no problem if your stellar Profile

means you have played some national game somewhere, you have played Ranjit Trophy or you

have given an international performance in Carnatic music, you

have solved Rubik's Cube and you are a topper in India. Something

that is totally different from others. People around you have a very good chance of

making it to SP people. Why do they do? They do this because they say

that it is very difficult to be a topper in any field, so if someone is a topper

in any field then there are two skills of Doing great is transferable, so even if you

get minimum percentile of 85, we will take you because I have faith in you that

you will transfer those skills and do very well here too, which I think is a

very noble thought but unfortunately it is so. Is it limited? So I think if

it is yours then you can think that your call will convert. If this call will convert yours then

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