Which IIM gives least weightage to academics?
IIM Kashipur gives comparatively lesser weightage to academics as compared to IIMs of the 11th Commission.
Can you get into IIM Ahmedabad with low academics?
Yes you can get into IIMs. However old IIMs is going to be difficult, you can definitely aim new and baby IIMs. You need to score high in CAT. You should also sit for other exams like IIFT XAT SNAP etc.
Do you think your marks in academics truly reflect your potential?
Your grades don’t prove you’re more or less intelligent than your peers. You’re likely as gifted as many of your peers. (You may actually be more gifted than others.) However, your grades don’t always reflect your intelligence or ability.
Can I get a call from FMS with poor academics?
If your academics are below average, FMS is the best option for you. Getting 99.50 percentile will guarantee you a call from FMS because the college calls candidate 10 times the number of seats. FMS gives a call to the candidates based on their CAT score, irrespective of their past academics score.
Does IIM-C consider graduation score for shortlisting?
IIM C does not consider your graduation scores for shortlisting. Also, IIM C does not consider work experience while calling candidates for interview. Hence, if the class X and class XII scores are fine (above 80\%), a 99.7 percentile can guarantee a call.
What is the average academic score required to get admission in IIMs?
Even if your academic scores are low, a 99.2+ percentile will fetch you calls from the new IIMs. Try to score above 99.4 percentile to be on the safer side. Other top B-schools like FMS, MDI, XLRI and JBIMS, do not place much emphasis on past academics while shortlisting.
Does iaiim Lucknow consider class X Marks for shortlisting?
IIM Lucknow does not consider class X mark for shortlisting. Also, the weightages given to CAT score and work experience while shortlisting are high. Hence, aspirants can offset poor graduation scores with a sufficiently high CAT percentile and work experience.
Is 90+ percentile in Cat enough to get admission in IIMs?
While the popular perception is that 90+ percentile is enough, the reality is that it will help you cross only the first hurdle. Admissions at IIMs are not based only on CAT percentile, but the candidates overall academic performance and his conduct in the interview.