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Hi,    Your academic profile is quite strong, and being a general engineer female with EWS category can work in your favor when applying to IIMs. Scoring 98+ percentile in CAT would significantly boost your chances of getting calls from top IIMs, especially because many of them consider diversity, category, and gender as important factors during the selection process.  

While your 12th-grade score is slightly lower compared to other components of your profile, the overall balance of high scores in 10th, B.Tech, and a strong CAT percentile can compensate for this. Some IIMs weigh CAT scores more heavily, while others have a holistic approach, including academics, work experience, and extracurriculars.  

Stay focused on preparing for CAT, and consider mock tests and time management strategies to maximize your score. Best of luck with your journey—all the very best 

Admission to IIMs (Indian Institutes of Management) or other top B-schools depends on a specific percentile in the CAT, although the percentage is not usually constant. To get admission to top IIMs such as IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Calcutta, one requires 99+ percentiles for getting admission. The final call for admission depends upon other factors, however, like the candidate's academic background, work experience, and performance in the interview. This generally comes in a percentile range that stands at competitive between 90 to 95, though requirements of B schools will vary hence every B-school should be scrutinized for exact demands.

Hii, To be eligible for admission to the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), candidates must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent CGPA.

However, meeting this eligibility criterion does not guarantee admission, as the selection process is highly competitive. In addition to the academic qualifications, candidates must achieve a high percentile in the Common Admission Test (CAT), which is typically above 98%.

The exact percentile required may vary depending on the specific IIM and the category under which the candidate is applying. Therefore, while a minimum of 50% in the bachelor's degree is required, a significantly higher academic performance, combined with an excellent CAT score, is essential to enhance the chances of securing admission to an IIM.

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While a CAT score of 90 percentile may qualify you for consideration at IIM Visakhapatnam, it does not ensure admission because competition is fierce and the final selection process takes into account a variety of variables. IIM Visakhapatnam has a comprehensive strategy that considers CAT scores, academic performance, work experience, and performance in the Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT). A 90 percentile is a good result, but strengthening other parts of your profile, such as academic consistency, extracurricular achievements, and interview preparation, can increase your chances. It is critical to prepare for the PI and WAT rounds, which play an essential part in final selection at IIMs.