PI

The dates of the GD & PI at SIBM Hyderabad are usually released in the month of February. Moreover, the institute itself conducts GD & PI. The university assigns 10% of the weightage to GD and 30% to PI out of 100%. Candidates must perform decently in both parameters to get admission into the MBA course at SIBM Hyderabad. 

Yes, candidates who pass the first-level selection process of Dr. DY Patil Dnyan Prasad University School of Management & Research are called for the personal interview round. The first-level of selection for UG and PG programmes is based on entrance exam scores. Aspirants who have applied for Diploma programmes also need to come for the personal interview round for admission. 

Students can check the citywise PI Schedule for DOMS IIT Madras from the official website. Till then, candidates can apply for courses. Candidates applying through the CAT must first register for the CAT exam. Then appear for the CAT exam. Then with valid scores apply on the official website of the college. 

Even if the candidate clears the sectional and overall cutoff in IPMAT exam but does not get shortlisted for the PI round, it means that the candidate is eligible but not among the top-ranked candidates based on the composite score. Such a candidate will not be considered for admission to the IPM programme.

Such candidates can opt for reappearing for the exam next year, as there is no provision of re-evaluation. Candidates can also consider applying to other institutes which accept IPMAT Indore scores, such as NIRMA University, TAPMI, etc. 

In GD & PI, they test your talking skills, ideas, and how well you fit MBA life. So prepare well to speak clear and show confidence in front of panel. You can always refer to videos for better clarity in order to understand how to come around during interviews.

Yes, there are CMAT accepting colleges which do not conduct GD/PI. The seat allotment is based on counselling process based on CMAT cut off and candidate's choice of college. Most of the Maharashtra MBA colleges such as JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, Welingkar's, IMT, KJ Somaiya, etc. that participate in MAH CET CAP round, offer admission without GD/PI.

Aspirants who are selected based on their scores in entrance test also need to pass Micro Presentation and PI round for MBA. IBS Hyderabad panel conducts interview for five to seven minutes. The panel evaluates the candidate's attitude, clarity of thoughts, communication skills, awareness of current affairs, and their overall readiness for a career in Management.

Yes, personal interviews can have questions related to a low score or any academic gaps in the past. Candidates may be asked about the reason for those gaps and what they have done to improve in that context. Candidates are expected to answer these questions honestly without making any excuses. A positive attitude and readiness to learn matter more than the gap itself. Avoid blaming others or giving answers. The interview panel is looking for answers that include what the candidate has done to overcome these gaps.

Personal Interviews that are driven by an AI model are not harder compared to an in-person interview b ut might require a different appraoch. AI based model is designed to records answers, speaking style and facial expressions of a candidate. Candidates may not find a live panel, therefore, they must speak clearly and maintain eye contact with the camera at all times. 

While preparing for an AI interview, candidates must go through more of mock video questions. Check lighting conditions, and stay within the time limit for each question.

During a personal interview round, body language reflects honesty, confidence, and communication skills of a candidate. Candidates who maintain eye contact, sit straight, and use natural hand gestures are considered to be confident. Those who are contsnatly shaking legs, looking down, avoiding eye contacts are considered to be nervous during an interview round.

Candidates must enter the room, greet the panel, and thank them before leaving the room. Non-verbal communication also plays a big role in online as well as offline interviews. Both posture as well as facil experessions matter during an interview round.