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IIM Shillong's admissions procedure is highly competitive, with the total cutoff changing each year based on criteria such as candidate pool quality and seat availability. For the 2024-2026 batch, the institute has established minimum percentile standards for each category. General category candidates must achieve a minimum overall percentile of 75, with sectional cutoffs of 75 in VARC, 70 in DILR, and 70 in QA. NC-OBC candidates must meet an overall cutoff of 70, with sectional cutoffs of 60 in VARC, 60 in DILR, and 65 in QA. SC candidates must achieve an overall percentile of 60, with sectoral cutoffs of 50 in VARC, 50 in DILR, and 55 in QA. 

Yes, you can pursue an MBA at MDI Gurgaon without a CAT score, but you must meet certain requirements. MDI provides other pathways, including the GMAT (for international students or individuals with job experience) and the GRE. They also consider people with various career experiences and academic achievements. However, the CAT remains the most popular entrance exam for Indian students, and while it is not required for all, admittance via other tests may be more competitive. If you're thinking about this option, make sure your application stands out with a good profile that includes professional experience, academic brilliance, and personal accomplishments. 

Yes, you can join the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) without taking the CAT exam, but only under certain conditions. FMS typically admits students based on CAT scores, but it also evaluates candidates with extraordinary qualifications in specific fields. For example, if you have extensive professional experience, have succeeded academically, or are a great achiever in a particular sector, you may be eligible to apply under the institute's non-CAT candidate criteria. However, this is unusual, and the CAT exam remains the conventional road to admission. Keep a watch on FMS releases, since admission standards may alter or include particular provisions based on the most recent revisions.

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