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How are IIM A students different from students of, say, SP Jain, NMIMS, FMS or JB?
The peer pool of IIM Ahmedabad varies from that of other B-schools like SP Jain, FMS, and NMIMS because of the admission criteria and quality of intake. The majority of the IIM Ahmedabad batch comprises performing students with CAT percentile almost touching 100 percentile. and most of them got close to the 100 percentile in CAT and they get opportunities to study business studies in IIM A, B, and C. Very few students get into IIMs through the process of diversification only if they scored more than 80 percent grade in Xth, XII th and Graduate Examinations. The other B schools like SP Jain, FMS, NMIMS, or JB don’t have such strict criteria and the peer pool comprises students from diverse academic profiles rather than just top CAT rankers.
This is the major point of difference between the two kinds of B Schools. As a result of this, IIM Ahmedabad students are offered better placement opportunities at the global level than these average B-schools.
What should I do to get into FMS or XLRI?
To get into FMS or XLRI, you will need to meet their specific admission requirements and do well on their entrance exams. Here are the specific eligibility criteria for both the institutes'
FMS eligibility criteria to get admission:
- Candidates applying for admission to the MBA program must have pursued at least a Bachelor‘s Degree program after twelve years of formal schooling with at least 50% marks at graduation level.
- SC/ST, OBC, PWD, CW: 45% passing marks as per the University Rules or equivalent CGPA.
- Candidates appearing for the final year examination for a Bachelor‘s Degree may also apply.
Selection for FMS is done through 2 stages
- Appearing for CAT conducted by IIMs
- On being shortlisted, candidates are called for the second round which comprises Extempore Speech, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview (PI).
XLRI Eligibility Criteria:
- Recognized Bachelor's degree of minimum three years duration or equivalent in any discipline. Those completing their final examination by June 10 can also apply.
- All Indian candidates can appear for XAT. However, NRI and foreign candidates may apply either through GMAT score or XAT.
To get admitted to XLRI, the following parameters are considered
- XAT / GMAT Score
- Essay Writing
- General Knowledge
- Academic Performance and Work Experience
- Group Discussion (GD) And Personal Interview (PI)
Some general advice would be to focus on your academics, get good scores in your entrance exams, and work on any extracurricular activities or leadership experience you may have.
What CAT percentile do I require to get calls from IIM Blackis, FMS, SP Jain, JBIMS and MDI Gurgaon?
For GEM, the CAT percentiles required to get an interview call from IIM Blackis, FMS, SP Jain, JBIMS, and MDI Gurgaon are
- ABC and FMS: Both institutes required nothing less than 99.5. Those who get admission at a lesser percentile, usually don’t belong to the GEM category. There are many who don’t even get a call with 99.3. So to stay on the safer side, go for nothing less than 99.5.
- IIM Indore and Kozhikode: Both the institutes require percentiles around 97.5 for an interview call
- SPJIMR: This Institute has unique selection criteria under which CAT is given less value and calls are issued on the basis of the candidate's profile. The CAT percentile required in this case is less than the normal if you have a good academic profile along with work experience,
- MDI: This institute issues calls around the 96% mark.
It’s important to know that these figures are based on trends and not on actual data so you will find exceptions everywhere. Moreover, it’s better you don’t waste time analyzing the CAT cutoff and start preparing for the same.
Is FMS Delhi a good option for a MBA executive program?
Yes, pursuing an MBA Executive from FMS Delhi is indeed a very good decision. This is because my brother was in the recent batch and according to him these are the reasons that make it a good choice
- ROI: The fees charged at this B School are very less in comparison to other B schools.
- Rigor: The MBA Executive Program is quite rigorous with classes 6 days a week. Regular exams, sessionals, projects, and assignments make it a bit frustrating but in the end, they help you in clearing semesters.
- Faculty: The faculty for this program is very experienced and knowledgeable.
- Mixed batch: The diverse profiles of your peers make it a more challenging and thrilling experience. The batch has doctors, engineers, CAs, Armed forces officers, PSU employees, and IT professionals.
- Duration: 2 years
- Degree: An MBA degree from Delhi University is worth it in the end.
For people with lower academics, which MBA college is better, IIM ABC, FMS or XLRI?
Honestly speaking, it might be very difficult to secure admission in the aforementioned B Schools with low academic scores. However, these are not the only B schools in India providing excellent Management education. These B Schools require a decent academic background with a good CAT score. The list is as follows
- S. P. Jain Institute of Management & Research
- National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli
- Lovely Professional University
- Great Lakes Institute of Management
- Vellore Institute of Technology
- Nirma University
- PSG College of Technology
- Fore School of Management
- SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies
- Birla Institute of Management Technology
- Banaras Hindu University
Please bear in mind that getting admission to any BSchool depends on your individual profiles and not on the policies of the institute.
How good is FMS as compared to IIMs?
Usually, people consider IIM ABC better than FMS. Some parameters on the basis of which people usually compare these colleges are
- Brand value: The top three IIMs ABC have more brand value than FMS. But the brand value is valuable only in the short run. After a few years, your achievements and results will determine you not your college brand value.
- Infrastructure: All the 3 IIMs have the upper hand in infrastructure and FMS is not even near them. The IIMs boast excellent hostels, huge open spaces, and state-of-the-art auditoriums. Whereas FMS has one seminar hall, two large lecture halls, 8-10 classrooms, a small canteen, and a small lawn. But great infrastructure is not a prerequisite for great management education.
- ROI: The fees at FMS is very low in comparison to other IIMs. You can easily pursue an MBA without a student loan. So whatever package you are offered is more than enough. Whereas the fees at IIMs are extremely high and require heavy student loans. So you graduate with a monthly EMI of 40k for 5 years or so. Even with a higher placement than FMS, the ROI is not comparable.
- Alumni network: If you check the list of FMS alumni, you will find it is very much comparable to the top IIMs.
- Faculty: The faculty of FMS is equally good if not better than other IIMs. FMS is more about experiential learning. Apart from a strong focus on academic and theoretical learning, there is a focus is on live projects, industry interactions, and corporate competitions. All this leads to the overall development of the students. So we can say the faculty and teaching are at par with IIMs.
- Campus life: The infrastructure, hostel facilities, and beauty of campus make the campus life of IIM students better than that of FMS which is a residential college.
- Placements: The batch size at FMS is almost half of IIMs. So the competition is also less. But the major consulting companies that visit FMS offer very few roles in comparison to IIMs.
You can use these parameters to decide which is a better B School for you.
Do students from IIM/FMS/JBIMS/SPJIMR/IIFT/XLRI bunk classes like engineering students?
At IIM/FMS/JBIMS/SPJIMR/IIFT/XLRI, attendance is seen as a crucial aspect of the learning experience. Every effort must be made to be present in class and to participate actively in the discussions. In fact, class participation is considered to be such an important factor in determining grades that a significant portion of the total course weightage is allocated to it. This system is in place to encourage students to be engaged in the learning process and to ensure that they are taking full advantage of the educational opportunities available to them.
On the other hand, at IIT Kanpur, there is a more relaxed approach to attendance. While it is still advisable to attend classes and to be present for lectures, there is no strict requirement in place. This gives students more flexibility and allows them to choose when they want to attend classes based on their personal schedules or other commitments. It also means that engineering students are not penalized if they miss a class or two, as long as they are able to make up for it by participating in other ways, such as completing assignments or preparing for exams.
Overall, both B-schools and Engineering colleges have different approaches to attendance and class participation. While IIM Ahmedabad places a strong emphasis on being present in class and participating actively, IIT Kanpur takes a more relaxed approach. Ultimately, the choice between the two institutions will depend on the individual student's preferences and learning style.
How is life at FMS Delhi?
The Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) is part of one of the world's most prestigious universities, The University of Delhi. MBA from FMS is a dream that many people have, but only a few achieve. Established in 1954, the institute was incepted with a focus on management education and not just on business management.
Academics: You will quickly realise that there is no room for boredom at FMS; you will always be on your toes, rushing to classes, attending guest lectures, submitting assignments, preparing case studies, and so on. Academics at FMS are more than just whiteboard or PowerPoint presentations in the classroom; they also include field trips, group tasks, individual/group projects, and bunking together to encourage you to think beyond FMS.
Extracurricular Activities: Aside from academics, life at FMS will be surrounded by various student societies that will provide you with exciting events to keep you busy. The B-school basically forces you to participate in competitions and live projects that will allow you to explore the seemingly limitless opportunities available to B-school students.
The routine of the Day: A typical day in the life of an FMS student begins around 8 a.m. when he or she wakes up and prepares to attend class, which begins promptly at 9. Every day, there are four classes for one hour each. The classes are followed once or twice a week by a Guest Lecture by eminent personalities from the industry who provide first-hand experience and great insights into the ever-changing business scenario.
Annual Festivals and Clubs: Aside from academics, the college participates in a variety of co-curricular activities. The various clubs under the purview of cultural society, namely Nethra - the photography club, KALA - the fine arts club, and Agamya - the literary and debate club, hold events throughout the year, allowing students to pursue their hobbies and interests in various fields.
Library: The Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) Library is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and business and management faculty. has amassed a substantial library of over 50,000 books, over 100 journals (including 60 foreign journals), 12 newspapers, and numerous other resources such as theses, student project reports, CDs, various reports, economic survey reports, and so on.
How is the post-MBA life for MBA graduates from top MBA institutions like FMS, XLRI, MDI, NITIE, SPJain, and JBIMS?
Life post-MBA from top B-Schools such as FMS, XLRI, MDI, NITIE, JBIMS, and SP Jain for most people is comfortable, because of decent pay packages and perks. Most alumni of these institutes are placed in companies and sectors of their choice. Here are the recent placement highlights for these institutes.
| Institute | Average CTC (in INR) | Highest CTC (in INR) |
| FMS | 32.4 LPA | 58 LPA |
| XLRI | 30.78 LPA | 60+ LPA |
| MDI | 26.07 LPA | 1.14 CPA |
| NITIE | 25.41 LPA | 49 LPA |
| SP Jain | 26.06 LPA | 46.65 LPA |
| JBIMS | 27.63 LPA | 42 LPA |
Achieving a work-life balance can be difficult. However, doing MBA from these institutes will certainly teach you how to handle the pressure of professional life.
Which is better, FMS or IIM Lucknow?
When discussing a business school, the most common topics of conversation are diversity, peer learning, case competitions, learning culture, and placements.
Both FMS and IIM Lucknow have very different admissions criteria. Lucknow promotes academic diversity and places a high value on interview scores, whereas FMS places a greater emphasis on percentile.
Typically, classes in business schools last until five o'clock. If you stay on campus, you have the option of sleeping until 8 p.m. and then attending a club/committee event at 9 p.m. When you have in-house fields, you can relieve stress by playing football or cricket at night. You have the chance to run your own business at IIML thanks to their student-run enterprises on campus.
When it comes to faculty, case competitions, and academic curriculum, both brands are massive, and there are numerous opportunities. Additionally, since ROI is the topic of most discussion, FMS succeeds in this area if cost is a genuine concern.
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