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What CAT percentile do I need for IIM Indore?
IIM Indore invites freshers with 97.5+ in CAT. Those with 90+ in 10th, 12th and graduation may receive a call at 97+. Work experience and an impressive educational and professional record may result in a call at 96 percentile. But 96 is the minimum requirement for a GEM (General Engineer Male) to receive a call from IIM Indore. For someone who belongs to a quote of any kind, the minimum requirement may further relax.
But a call from IIM Indore does not mean anything unless you perform well in the WAT and PI rounds. Only after performing well in WAT and PI can you expect to receive admission at the college.
When is the best time to start the preparation of IPM IIM Indore?
Students begin their preparation only a month before the test, following their board exams. The paper is divided into two sections: quantitative and verbal ability. The math section includes questions up to the class 12 level as well as some commercial mathematics. The quantitative section also includes some logical reasoning questions.
English is very simple, especially for people who regularly read newspapers and books. If you are not one of them, you should read passages and brush up on your vocabulary.
You can pass IPM if you have a firm grasp of those topics. Study hard for your boards because many Quant topics will be covered in your exams. Furthermore, get a good 12th grade to keep your options open.
What is your take on IIM Indore's Mumbai campus?
My brother is an alumnus of IIM Indore and he brought to light the harsh truth of the Mumbai Campus. Being a satellite campus of IIM Indore, the facilities, teaching, and placements are very substandard.
- Not even 5% of the faculty visits the Mumbai campus for classes. As a result, classes are taught by low-qualified teachers.
- The placement scenario is also terrible at the Mumbai campus. The summer placements are conducted separately. Whereas the final placements are joint. But unfortunately, the best profiles and packages are saved for the IIM Indore students.
The ROI is terrible. You invest a lot of fees and get low packages or sometimes even no jobs. So I would recommend going for any other B School if you are confident of another attempt at CAT.
Honestly, how is IIM Indore - Mumbai Campus?
My brother has been at IIM Indore, Mumbai campus for the past 2 months. He has cleared the air of misconception and told me that the IIM Indore campus is on a level with any other IIM. Some pros and cons that will further elaborate on this point are
Pros
Faculty: The faculty comprises teachers who are geniuses in their own fields. Recalling several events he told me once his teacher during Organisational Behavior class, steered the conversation towards spiritualism. In another instance, the professor gave feedback on their case study solutions for maximum retention. The professors are humble and compassionate. They are ready to help you in anything from clearing doubts to suggesting books for study.
Peer Harmony: The harmony between the seniors and juniors here is another bright aspect. Any new undertaking by the juniors is encouraged by the seniors. The seniors along with juniors conduct skill-based workshops and organize guest lectures.
Placement Committee: The placement committee at IIM Indore, Mumbai campus is considerate and helps build long-term relationships with corporates. The placement coordinator is personally involved with the batch and he is an approachable person.
Location: One obvious advantage that IIM Indore has is its location. Located in the City of Dreams, the institute offers the students to step out of their comfort zone and try unimaginable things. The city offers a vast number of opportunities and baggage of experience. Also being the finance capital, the campus enjoys visits from various industry experts who impart significant corporate knowledge.
Brand Image: The IIM tag you will get to wear for the rest of your life will be beneficial everywhere and everytime. The IIM does not just prepares you for a job but it also prepares you for life in general.
Cons
Infrastructure: The fact that institute still lacks a campus can discourage many. Yet its not that big a merit you can leave your IIM tag for.
Accommodation: The institute offers no hostel facilities and one has to look for accommodation on their own. The seniors help a lot and this entire process might help you know the reality of life and prepare you for your future endeavors.
What is the difference between IPM, IIM Indore, and IIM Rohtak?
IIM Indore IPM is better. This program was the first of its kind, in India and 6 batches have already graduated. As per the 2022 placement highlights, the average CTC for IPM was INR 25 LPA. At IIM Rohtak, IPM is a new course. The first batch will graduate in 2024.
Other than these factors, the two IPM programs vary in terms of course curriculum and selection criteria.
Should I go for FMS Delhi or IIM Indore?
Both FMS Delhi and IIM Indore are highly reputed institutes in this league. When it comes to making a choice between FMS Delhi and IIM A/B/C, FMS should be your priority without a doubt. The facilities and opportunities offered at FMS are better than IIM Indore.
If you have doubts regarding this choice of yours you can always weigh the factors to have a better consideration in this regard.
- The location of FMS is highly suitable for the students as the institute is situated in the capital state.
- The campus life and academics are more or less similar in both FMS Delhi and IIM Indore.
- FMS is known for its extremely experienced and educated faculty.
- The placement opportunities offered to students at FMS is tremendous.
- Highly esteemed companies recruit students with splendid packages.
- At IIM Indore, the placement opportunities are not as magnificent as FMS.
- The ROI factor plays a role in favor of FMS.
| Categories | FMS Delhi | IIM Indore |
| Course Fee | 1.92 lakh | 15.01 lakh |
| Highest CTC | 35 LPA | 35 LPA |
| Average CTC | 16 LPA | 17 LPA |
| Recruiting Companies | Nestle, HSBC, Asian Paints, IBM, etc. | Morgan Stanley, Hindustan Unilever, ITC, Goldman Sachs, etc. |
Although candidates tend to opt for IIMs for the name tag, FMS Delhi is a brand in its own and quite an influential one in this league. If you want a hassle-free university life and steady placement in the choice of your sector then FMS is for you.
What is an ideal percentile in CAT to get into IIM Indore? I have scored 82 % in 10th and 75 % in 12th currently pursuing my graduation (non-eng), category - OBC.
The overall and sectional CAT cutoffs for IIM Indore are 80 and 70 respectively for OBC category. The cutoffs remain the same each year with slight variation. IIM Indore is one of the few top colleges that don’t give much importance to CAT Scores. If your cat percentile is decent enough to get a call from IIM Indore, the ball is in your court. It gives 40% weightage to your Personal Interview which makes it easier for you to convert your call. Your acads are decent, just focus on your GK and be thorough with your resume.
Is it worth joining IIM Indore?
You have ABCL FMS, don't join Indore. You have K SP Jain, choose according to your domain. Consider Indore after that. You don't need to plan on giving another shot at ABC. On the second try, 80% do not get into better colleges. Indore is most likely the best campus in terms of peer interaction and crowd size. IPM students will captivate you with their knowledge.
The IIM label is phenomenal and well worth it. Many people don't even know much about FMS. IIM Indore is ideal if you want to become an entrepreneur. Their Incubation Centre has produced some excellent work. If you're worried about getting the biggest paycheck, don't be; most students don't stay in their first job for more than a year.
Which one is better: IIM Indore or IIM Lucknow?
IIM Lucknow has better ranking and placements compared to IIM Indore.
- It is an older IIM and has a huge alumni base spread across industries and geographies. Hence it has better recognition in the industry.
- IIM Lucknow has a smaller batch size compared to IIM Indore. Due to the small batch size, it’s easier for the institute to offer better salary packages and profiles to students.
- IIM Lucknow placements are better compared to IIM Indore. The 2022 placement drive of IIM I ended with an average CTC of INR 31 LPA. While the highest CTC offered was INR 61 LPA.
Both IIMs offer similar ROI.
Should I join IIM Indore or SJMSOM?
My cousin recently graduated from SJMSOM and has begun working at Fidelity Investments as a Delivery Manager for almost 3 years now. He suggests going for SJMSOM only if,
- You essentially prefer studying amidst a comparably smaller batch size.
- You further want to be at the Financial Capital, for either internships or job purposes.
- You prefer going for the best infrastructure and basic amenities.
- You can enjoy the brand value likewise.
You can opt for IIM Indore only if you prefer the following,
- You are confident that you can compete and stand out with a larger batch.
- You will receive the major brand value that comes along with IIMs.
- You want to secure a seat at one of the best management institutes.
- However, the placements of either institute are somewhat similar, with relevant recruiters visiting both campuses occasionally during placement seasons.
- Both the institutes offer exchange opportunities as per schedule.
Here is a brief overview of both SJMSOM and IIM Indore.
| Institute | SJMSOM | IIM Indore |
| Average CTC | 20 LPA | 20 LPA |
| Highest CTC | 26 LPA | 32 LPA |
| Major recruiters | Yes Bank, Goldman Sachs, OLA, Wipro | PwC, BCG, Microsoft, MX Player |
Both institutes are reputed so take a call based on your personal preference.
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