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How does the CV of students who get selected in IIMs(any), ISB, XLRI, FMS, SPJIMR, JBIMS look like?
This might seem like a shallow statement but when you look at an average student from a top-tier college and an average student from a lower-tier college the difference that you witness would not surprise you if you just look at their CVs.
It’s not as if they have done something exceptionally great but the CVs of students who get selected in top management schools like top IIMs, ISB, XLRI, FMS, SPJMR, and JBIMS are highly analytical. They know how to quantify their achievements and in the end, that’s all that matters. It’s all just numbers and data.
Typically, the students have impressive academic records and have been part of numerous non-academic avenues that have helped them in understanding the importance of extra-curriculum activities.
Some might have told you that most of the students who go to these top colleges have work experience but that is not true. You do not require work experience to get into your dream college. If you’re looking to get into one of these top management colleges and do not have an exceptional profile, just start focusing on your speed and accuracy for the written examination and polish your CV. Highlight the things that have impacted you and that you think would help you in becoming a better manager in the future.
Is getting into IIM Ahmedabad possible for an average student?
If you are already convinced that an average student cannot make it into IIM Ahmedabad, then you won’t be giving your best. Remember it's your mindset that determines your chances of admission.
I will narrate an anecdote of a friend who took the CAT, a few months ago. He had done a B.E. in electronics and comm. from a top local institute in Bengaluru and worked for 10 months in an IT role. He received a list of colleges he should target from his coaching based on his scores and overall profile.
Nevertheless, he wanted to get into IIM Ahmedabad. He had no one to guide him and his list did not have a single IIM. It seemed almost impossible but he did not give up.
Ultimately, he made it into IIM Ahmedabad and all his friends were shocked. They couldn’t believe someone with an average profile like him.
Should I Leave IIM Ahmedabad admission offer for RBI Grade B?
Let’s talk about the advantages and disadvantages of these options before choosing one of them.
RBI Grade B -
- RBI comes only after UPSE. Considering the political pressure of UPSE, RBI can be the best job in India.
- The salary package is similar to the median CTC offered at IIMA.
- RBI has great job security, irrespective of the ruling party. Govt. policies like privatization won’t affect RBI.
- Posting will be always in the state capital.
- RBI jobs have a great work-life balance.
IIMA -
- Batch size of IIMA is over 400. You will have to do exceptionally well to stand out from the crowd and bag offers from top investment banks and consulting firms.
- The course fee for the PGP is INR 23 lakhs. This can be burdensome for some students. Even if you get an INR 25 LPA CTC, after paying education loans, tax, EMI, etc, you will have around INR 1 lakh in hand.
- Many quit investment banking jobs or consulting jobs after a few years due to huge job pressure.
- The Covid-19 recession caused many recruiters to withdraw their offer even for IIM A,B,C. There are a number of things that can affect final placements.
Factor in all these points to make the decision that’s best for you.
Will a 760 score in the GMAT help me get into ISB Hyderabad?
A GMAT score of 760 is considered very high and is in the top 1% of all aspirants. However, ISB Hyderabad is a highly selective institution, and your GMAT score alone is not enough to determine your eligibility to the institute. The institute has a reputation for accepting only the best and takes multiple factors into consideration while filtering the candidates. Some of these are work experience, academic profile, essays, interviews, and LORs also play a role in the admissions decision.
A 760 GMAT score will certainly be a strong asset in your application and increase your chances of admission but not the sole criterion.
Let me share my brother's experience that will make you understand better. He had the opportunity to attend ISB’s admission conference where he learned that the highest GMAT score was 760–780. He asked one of the faculty members the exact score that would guarantee a seat at ISB Hyderabad. He said that a score equal to their highest would guarantee it.
Surprisingly enough, my brother was able to score 760 and was called for an interview but failed to get admission. He went through the profiles of accepted candidates and realized the panelists preferred students with international experience.
So, it can be concluded that ISB never evaluates its candidates on the basis of just one parameter but a mix of them. You are expected to have a strong overall profile, a good academic record, relevant work experience, and a compelling story to tell in your essays and interviews.
How does one get into IISc Bangalore?
IISc Bangalore accepts students under 5 levels as regular students or researchers.
Bachelor of Science (Research) Programme:
This is a four-year UG Research Programme in Science designed especially to offer specialization in a science subject. All students take core courses in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, and Humanities in the first 3 semesters and later choose electives of their choice. In the fourth year, there is a research-based project under the guidance of a faculty. There are three national-level exams for this program
- IIT JEE Main cutoff 200; JEE Advanced cutoff 220
- KVPY cutoff 51
- NEET cutoff 230
Masters Course:
- M.Tech/M.Tech (Research): Admission to this program is done on the basis of GATE the cutoff of which depends on the department. MTech CSE cutoff is 675 and Mechanical cutoff is 730.
- M.Des: This is a 2 year Master’s program in Design. Admission is done through two exams CEED and GATE. The GATE cutoff 2022 is 900 while the CEED cutoff 2022 is 45z
- M.Mgmt: This course is like an MBA with a focus on Data Science and the exams accepted for this program are CAT & GMAT. GATE cutoff 803, CAT cutoff 99.01, and GMAT cutoff 230.
Integrated Ph.D.:
This program is for those Bachelors who are inclined towards research and want to save time by skipping Masters. The students of this branch pursue advanced research in areas such as Biological, Chemical, Physical, and Mathematical Sciences leading to a Ph.D. degree. Exams accepted for this program are JAM and JEST
Ph.D.:
Admission to the Ph.D. program at IISc Bangalore is done on the basis of four national exams; GATE, UGC NET, UGC CSIR, and INSPIRE.
External Ph.D.:
This program does not require any kind of exam and is only for
- Individuals employed in R & D environments
- Young Engineering or Science faculty members of all Engineering Colleges and Universities to pursue research degrees in Science / Engineering.
In addition to the above 5 levels, you can also apply directly to potential faculties for the position of Post Doc, Research Assistant, or Internship.
What marks and rank are required in the JEE Mains exam for CSE in NIT Trichy?
To get admitted to NIT Trichy in 2024 you will have to look at the category-wise cut-off given in the following table.
| Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|
| General | 936-5164 |
| EWS | 1032-3280 |
| OBC-NCL | 1071-1778 |
| SC | 499-1450 |
| ST | 767-1472 |
If you are a General category student, you will need to secure 75% in your 12th board to be part of the top 20th percentile and for SC/ST students it is 65%. You will be considered for admission if your rank is higher than the closing ranks. In 2023, the cutoff for JEE Main was 358-14406 rank.
How much does the Work experience, test score, other factors matter for admission in PGDBA course hosted by universities IIT Kgp, IIM C , ISI Kolkata?
The section-wise weightage for final PGDBA shortlisting is not revealed by these colleges. They analyze all these aspects and a candidate’s interview when putting out the final offer. The interview helps them assess what a candidate brings to the table. Even if they start announcing the section-wise weightages some day, that should not affect your test preparation. Your work experience and past academic record are unchangeable factors, but your entrance test score is in your hands.
Study for the entrance exam with utmost sincerity, and stop worrying about other aspects of your profile that you can not change.
How much percentage is required in the 12th grade to get an admission in DU?
The minimum requirement for admission to UG programmes at Delhi University is the completion of the 12th grade with a grade point average of 75% or better on the top four exam papers, including 85% in English for general applicants.
A general applicant needs at least 60% in four courses, including mathematics, whereas OBC candidates need only 54% and SC/ST candidates need passing grades.
However, the eligibility criteria and cutoffs for each course differ.
How do I get admission to NITIE Mumbai?
You can apply to NITIE if you are an engineer. There are two ways in which you can get into NITIE. Either through the CAT exam or through the GATE exam.
You can apply for PGDIM or PGDISEM if you are applying through the CAT exam. Otherwise, you can apply for PGDIE, PGDPM, or PGDMM course if are applying through GATE exam.
After clearing the criteria in exams you have to face PI and GD rounds to get into NITIE. You will get a call if you are shortlisted in the final merit list after the GD-PI round. You will get the detailed admission procedure on the official website.
Can I get direct admission in Sharda University?
No, Sharda University does not offer direct admission to any of its courses. Admissions are based on merit and selection criteria set by the university.
To get admission to Sharda University, you need to meet the eligibility criteria for the course you are interested in. You can apply online by visiting the university's website and following the admission process mentioned there.
The admission process typically includes filling up the application form, submitting the required documents, appearing for the university's entrance exam (if required), and participating in the counseling process.
The university conducts its own entrance exams known as SUAT (Sharda University Admission Test) and PESSAT (Pearson Entrance Exam for Sharda University) for some courses. However, for some other courses, admission is based on national-level entrance exams such as JEE Main, NEET, CAT, MAT, etc.
In conclusion, there is no provision for direct admission to Sharda University, and you have to follow the university's admission process to secure a seat in your desired course.
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