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Is it true that IIM Kozhikode selection criteria is biased in favour of students from Bengal?
No, I don’t think IIM Kozhikode's selection criteria are biased in favor of students from Bengal. One of my uncles was on the interview panel a few years ago. He shared that shortlisting good candidates in Bangalore was a difficult task. Very few candidates were suitable enough to get selected. On voicing his concern for the same he was told not to worry as they will surely get more than enough candidates from Kolkata.
The conclusion is that whatever the reason, there is no special bias towards students from East India. It’s just that a lot of them clear CAT.
Do class 10 marks matter for IIM Kozhikode?
Yes, class 10 marks do matter for IIM Kozhikode. The weightage however keeps changing every year and also varies from one IIM to another. The detailed admission procedure is given in that year’s admission policy brochure.
The past academics comes into the picture for the following scenarios:
- Minimum cutoff score for the interview shortlist
- In calculation of the composite score for interview shortlist
- In calculation of composite score for final shortlist after WAT and PI.
The table below shows the minimum class 10 marks required at IIM Kozhikode for interview shortlisting.
| Category | Class 10 percentage |
| GEN | 60 |
| NC-OBC/EWS | 60 |
| SC | 55 |
| ST/PwD | 55 |
The weightage for preparing WAT and PI shortlist of class 10th is 30%. So yes, class 10 marks matter to get into IIM Kozhikode.
What’s the minimum percentage required for admission in IIM Indore and Kozhikode?
Depending on the candidate's profile, an IIM callback minimum percentile may apply. In addition to CAT exam results, a number of other factors, including academic standing, work history, professional certifications, gender diversity, and others, are taken into consideration during the top IIMs' admissions process. Each IIM has a different approach to how much importance it places on prior academic performance. IIM Indore, for instance, places a lot of emphasis on performance in the 10th and 12th grades.
- At IIM Kozhikode:
Three steps make up the IIMK admissions process:
- Stage 1 requires Minimum qualifications.
- Shortlist for Stage 2's Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI)
- The Third Stage is the Final Selection.
- At IIM Indore:
People who consistently perform well in school are known to receive rewards from IIM Indore (especially in 10th and 12th). There are three stages to the IIM Indore admissions process:
- Stage 1 is the Requirements for Eligibility
- Shortlisting for the Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview at Stage 2 (PI)
- Final Selection at Stage Three.
This is a general overview of the IIM Indore and Kozhikode admissions process.
How do I make sure to get admission at IIM Kozhikode provided I have a profile of X-91, XII-89, B.Tech (EEE)-65, and also a GEM fresher?
IIM Kozhikode evaluates your academic accomplishments in this manner- 75% for CAT score, 20% for class 12th score, and 5% for academic diversity.
You have an average academic performance throughout, and do not belong to the academic diversity quota. In this case, a CAT percentile of 99.2+ will be required to get you a call from IIMK. After which, your admission will be based on your performance in GD PI. My brother had the same score in his 12th boards as you. He ended up receiving a call at 99.25 percentile.
Try getting a high CAT score to get a call from IIM Kozhikode.
What is the fee structure of IIM Kozhikode (PGDM) for SC/ST students?
The total fees for PGP at IIM Kozhikode is Rs. 20,50,000.
Here is the breakdown of fee structure-
|
Term |
First Year (in Rs.) |
Second Year (in Rs.) |
|
I/IV |
4,25,000 |
4,25,000 |
|
II/V |
3,00,000 |
3,00,000 |
|
III/VI |
3,00,000 |
3,00,000 |
There is no difference in fees for different categories. But the college does offer scholarships and financial assistance to its students.
What are the chances for a candidate with a waitlist to get admission in IIM Kozhikode?
The table below shows the number of seats offered in IIM Kozhikode in various categories. It also includes the waitlist movement in IIM.
|
Category |
Seats |
|
Gen |
640 |
|
NC-OBC |
484 |
|
SC |
336 |
|
ST |
142 |
|
EWS |
109 |
|
PWD/DAP/DAS |
78 |
IIM Kozhikode converted, should I forego the offer and give C (A/B no shot due to lower graduation score) another shot?
The answer depends on your percentage and work experience.
My personal suggestion would be to forego the offer and give IIM C another chance. This answer is based on personal experience so might not be applicable to everyone. Only forego the offer if:
-
You are confident that you can score around 99% again the next year
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You add more work experience in the meantime
The key is that if you are foregoing the offer, use the entire year to acquire new skills, gain work experience and upgrade your CV. The decision will be your own. But make sure you accept the results next year without any regrets.
How is the response to the IIM Kozhikode's PGP-LSM program? Is there any significant difference for the candidates selected with the general MBA program in terms of candidates pool?
The students' response to the IIM Kozhikode's PGP-LSM program was good. The demand of the course was also high.
But as far as the response of the industry is concerned, I think it will take a few more years to assess this. The course is new and will offer opportunities different from that of a general MBA program. Both the courses are not likely to overlap in significance for a few more years.
Which one is better, IIFT Delhi or IIM K and why?
A direct comparison is not easy because it depends on various factors and preferences of the individual, although both of these colleges are among the best B-schools in the country.
Below is a table comparing both these colleges on different aspects;
|
Criteria |
IIFT Delhi |
IIM Kozhikode |
|
Established |
1963 |
1996 |
|
Programs offered |
MBA (IB), Executive PGDM, PhD |
PGP, Executive MBA, PhD |
|
Entrance exam accepted |
IIFT Entrance Exam |
CAT |
|
Course fees (approx.) |
Rs. 19.5 lakhs |
Rs. 23 lakhs |
|
Campus facilities |
Library, computer lab, sports facilities, hostel, cafeteria, medical facilities |
Library, computer lab, sports facilities, hostel, cafeteria, medical facilities |
|
Highest Package |
Rs. 46.5 LPA |
Rs. 58.47 LPA |
|
Average Package |
Rs. 21.08 LPA |
Rs. 23.08 LPA |
Further the decision is yours and it depends on your goals & preferences. Hope it helps, choose wisely.
Is the IIM Shillong much worse than the IIM K?
It is incorrect to say that one statement is true or false without any context. However, based on the information provided, it is correct to say that IIM Kozhikode is older than IIM Shillong and that IIM Shillong has a higher average package and better infrastructure and placement compared to IIM Kashipur. It is also true that the average package offered by IIM Kozhikode is higher than that offered by both IIM Shillong and IIM Kashipur.
It is important to note that these figures may vary from year to year and may not be indicative of the overall quality of the institutes. Factors such as the reputation of the institute, the quality of the faculty, the curriculum, and the opportunities for learning and growth are also important considerations when choosing an institute for higher education.
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