Best CMAT Colleges in Kerala

Since every section of CMAT has 20 questions in total, solving 15 to 18 questions in each section with 80 percent accuracy is considered a good attempt in CMAT, and it can ensure a good percentile in the exam. In the GK section, about 10 to 12 correct attempts will be enough. Out of 100 questions, candidates must try to solve about 70 to 75 questions to achieve a 99 percentile. However, candidates must aim to solve a higher number of questions with maximum accuracy and minimize negative marking. To be able to achieve this target, candidates have to prepare for the CMAT in a disciplined manner. Candidates must set aside about three months to complete the CMAT syllabus, as they have to study five subjects and their numerous topics. If they have appeared for CAT, XAT, and IIFT exams, then they can complete the CMAT syllabus in one month as well. However, it is advised that candidates spend at least three months on CMAT syllabus for complete preparation.

CMAT has five subjects – Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, English Comprehension, General Awareness and Innovation & Entrepreneurship and to cover all of them, one will need good enough time. Overall, 3 months are needed to cover syllabus of CMAT and about 2 to 3 months for practice and revision. So, overall 6 months are good for CMAT preparation. 

Sectional weightage of CMAT is same. Since the Language Comprehension section of CMAT includes reading comprehension passages, it can be considered a lengthy section. However, any other section can also be lengthier due to nature of the questions.

Yes, there is a negative marking in CMAT exam. For each wrong answer, 1 mark will be deducted. However, no marks will be deducted for unanswered questions.

The university has been ranked 31 among top universities in India in the NIRF 2023 rankings by Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of India under the “university” category. It also provides placement support to the candidates. Many reputed companies recruit its students. Moreover, as per a consolidated report, the median package offered to PG 2-year candidates in 2022 stood at INR 5 LPA.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship syllabus of CMAT is not a very difficult section. The syllabus pertains to business studies, economy and entrepreneurship. So, it will not require must time to cover the syllabus.  Candidate can dedicate one month to this section towards the end, while preparing for other sections. You can refer to books - Innovation and Entrepreneurship by Peter F. Drucker and Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management by R. Gopal, Entrepreneurship by Robert D. Hisrich and Manorama Year Book by Mammen Mathew.

CMAT syllabus is somewhat same as CAT syllabus. It has two extra subjects, Innovation and Entrepreneurship and General Awareness. However, these two subjects are not tough and can be covered alongside Quantitative Aptitude, English and Logical Reasoning. Despite having less subjects CAT is tougher than CMAT.

IRMA Anand offered the highest placement package of INR 15 LPA and the prominent recruiters participated include KPMG, Flipkart, Dabur, Adani Group, Godrej, ITC, etc.

Listed below are some of the top CMAT accepting colleges in India along with their average placement package and the prominent recruiters:

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website.

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MBA Colleges accepting CMAT in India offer various specialisations in Finance, Sales and Marketing, Human Resources, International Business, Business Analytics, Healthcare and Hospital, Operations, Agriculture and Food Business, etc.

Refer to the table below to get details about the MBA specialisations offered by top CMAT MBA colleges in India:

Kannur University accepts the following entrance exam scores for admission to MBA: KMAT, CMAT, CAT. 

Admission to the MBA programme is also based on: Group discussion, Interview. 

Kannur University conducts its own entrance exam for all PG level courses except MBA. 

The various MBA specializations at Kannur University are: 

HRM, IB, System Management, Finance, Marketing Management, IT, General fields. 

To be eligible for Kannur University PG admission, you must have: 

An honors degree from this university with aggregate 55% marks or equivalent grade

For SEBC and physically challenged candidates, the aggregate mark required is 50%

For SC and ST, a minimum pass in the degree examination is sufficient

Yes, Rajagiri Business School offers scholarships under the title of Rajagiri Scholarship for Excellence (RiSE). Under this scheme, students are offered scholarships in two categories, namely Diversity Scholarship and Career & Talent Scholarship. To avail the scholarships, candidates must be a non-Keralite and must have fulfilled all the eligibility requirements to get admission to PGDM courses. 

The total tuition fee for Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies MBA ranges between INR 1.8 lakh and INR 7 lakh. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Candidates who are selected have to pay the course fee to confirm their seat in the institute. Besides, aspirants also have to pay an application fee to register for the MBA course.

For the forthcoming academic year, the most recent PGDM cutoff information at SCMS Cochin School of Business is not yet available. Nevertheless, as a reference, you might use the deadlines from the prior year 2023: These are the percentiles: CAT (60-70), XAT (60-65), CMAT (60-65), ATMA (50-60), and KMAT (60-65). The cut-off and the admission is decided on the factor of number are students filling the application form and the number of students applying in the year. Once they are decided, the new cut-offs for the forthcoming academic year will be posted on the SCMS Cochin School of Business website. To stay informed about the SCMS cut-off marks, candidates should frequently check the websites of the aptitude test management company and the college.

Its always a mixed bag when it comes to interview rounds for MBA admissions. There is a panel that takes XIME Kochi PGDM admission interviews. Candidates are generally questioned around the information mentioned on their CV, educational background, and work experience (if any). Hence, it is necessary that the participant is well-versed with his/her educational details and terms used in the line of work. 

On the day of the interview, the first step is the document verification followed by a group discussion and interview round. Candidates are advised to ensure that they carry the necessary documents and the attested copies on the day of the interview.

According to the reviews and ratings provided by verified users on shiksha. com, Amrita School of Business have received an overall rating of 4.1 stars out of 5.

Find below the reviews provided by the verified current students/ alumnis of Amrita School of Business, Coimbatore:

 "The teaching faculty are more than what we have enjoyed during school and under graduate degree days, they teach us things practically as being a manager is more an art than science. They give us practical learning for every aspects we cover in syllabus." 

"Students are provided with a single room in the hostel. Rooms are good with a balcony overlooking the Elephant hills. Common toilets available are cleaned daily. Food served to the students is pure vegetarian, and the quality varies. Our college provides facilities like Wi-Fi, a library with a huge collection, swimming pool, grass court for football, gym, etc. Our college also provides 24x7 medical assistance."

The eligibility requirements for the MBA course at Amrita School of Business, Kochi are almost similar to other campuses of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, which require a student should complete her/ his 10th, 12th, and UG degree with at least an aggregate of 60%. Then they secure an acceptable score in any of the following: (ACAT)/ CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ KMAT

TKM Institute of Management offers an MBA, affiliated with the University of Kerala and approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The programme is also re-accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA), which ensures high academic standards.