MBA Entrance Exam

You must perform well on any of the CAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT, or XAT national entrance exams. The minimal percentile needed varies depending on the exam and specialisation you select. For better odds, it is generally advised to aim for above 80th percentile on reputable tests like the CAT or MAT.You must complete the online application form available on the university website and send it in with the necessary supporting documentation and the application fee.

Candidates are shortlisted by the university for the following round depending on their results on the admission exam. Group Discussions (GD) and Personal Interviews (PI) are extended invitations to the shortlisted candidates. Your critical thinking, cooperation, and communication skills are evaluated by the GD.The PI evaluates your general personality fit for the programme, motivation, knowledge of the selected specialisation, and career aspirations.Your total performance on the entrance examinations, GD, and PI determines who gets chosen in the end.

The entrance exam scores accepted by Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University (PSTU) for admission vary depending on the course and level of study.

According to the PSTU website, the following entrance tests are acceptable for admission to the MBA program:

• CAT
• XAT
• MAT
• CMAT
• PSTUCET

The PSTUCET is a university-level entrance exam that is specifically developed for admission to PSTU's MBA program. However, individuals can also apply with marks from other national-level admission tests.

The university does not state the minimal cutoff scores for each entrance exam. However, it is widely considered that candidates with higher marks will have a better chance of being admitted.

Here is an overview of the typical MBA admission process and minimum CAT percentile required at most top B-schools in India:

Selection Process:

• Take the Common Admission Test (CAT) - this is the main MBA entrance exam.
• Meet the cut-off percentile set by the desired B-schools. The minimum CAT percentile varies across colleges.
• Shortlisted candidates have to apply separately to each B-school they are interested in. Application fees may apply.
• Based on overall profile, candidates are invited for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.
• Final merit list is prepared based on CAT scores, academics, GD/PI performance as per the B-school's criteria.
• Admission offers are made as per merit list and availability of seats.

Minimum CAT Percentile:

• For the top IIMs, the CAT percentile cut-off is usually 96+ to 98+ percentile.
• For other highly ranked B-schools like FMS, MDI, SPJIMR - 90 to 95 + percentile is required.
• For new IIMs and other established programs - 80 to 90 percentile CAT score is needed.