CAT

No, candidates cannot get admission to a full-time MBA programme at a Tier 1 B-School with only the CAT score. They need to appear for and clear the WAT-PI round for admission too.

The minimum academic score required for IIM admission through CAT is 50 percent in Graduation. For SC/ST/PwD categories, the minimum score requirement in 45 percent.

After any objection against CAT answer key is accepted, the provisional answer key is rectified and released at final answer key. Candidates who have attempted that particular questions will be given marks for it.

The provisional CAT answer key will not be available for download after result, the final answer key will be available. The provisional answer key can be downloaded within the objection window duration only.

CAT answer key challenge fee was earlier INR 1200 per question. It was increased to INR 1500 in 2025. The fee amount will be refunded to only those candidates whose objections have been found to be valid.

Yes, you're eligible to apply to LM Thapar School of Management with 42 percentile in CAT 👍

They don't have a very high cutoff like IIMs. Selection is based on:

• Entrance score (CAT/XAT/NMAT/CMAT, etc.)
• Academic background
• GD/PI performance

That said, 42 percentile is on the lower side, so your GD/PI and overall profile will matter a lot.

Simple take:
You can apply, but prepare well for the interview to improve your chances 👍

Yes, admissions are possible in MBA without the CAT at GITAM. The below are the other accepted entrance exams:

• MAT
• MAT
• SNAP
• APICET 
• TSICET
• CMAT

SRM University Sonepat considers CAT scores for admission in MBA. Aspirants with MAT, XAT, NMAT or any other Management entrance exam score can also get admission. Candidates can also appear for SRMHCAT conducted by the university.

CAT is one of the accepting exams for admission in PGDM at Badruka School of Management. However, it is not compulsory. Aspirants with a score in XAT, MAT or GMAT can also get admission provided they also meet the other criteria.

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