The class 10 and 12th marks are not directly linked to the shortlisting of GD/PI and even for Final Selection in IIM Shillong.
IIM Shillong has not defined the weightage for academics for 2022 MBA admissions. An expected set of scores, for students from different categories, is as follows:
Category |
Class 10 marks |
Class 12 marks |
General |
80 |
80 |
EWS |
80 |
80 |
SC |
55 |
55 |
ST |
50 |
50 |
PWD |
50 |
50 |
Candidates who fulfill the above cutoff criteria will be considered for shortlisting into PI rounds and will be segregated as per their discipline in graduation.
Before I compare IIM Raipur with the 6 new IIMs, let me clarify one thing. IIM Shillong belongs to a whole different league so IIM Raipur can be compared to the new IIMs only.
So one should choose Raipur out of Kashipur/ Raipur/ Udaipur.
Yes, considering your profile, you can convert IIM Indore and Shillong at 92 percentile. Your excellent academic record will compensate for your CAT score and increase your chances of getting selected.
Since you are a fresher I will suggest you analyze your career aspirations before choosing a college. What made you choose IIM only. Is it just because you want to get placed and earn a high salary? I suggest you try broadening your career options by identifying your area of interest. Some career options with their suitable colleges are
So look from a broader perspective and choose your career first. Once you are sure of that, you can choose the most suitable college and prepare accordingly.
There are three types of reservation categories OBC SC And ST. I have tabulated the CAT cutoff for these categories below
Institute |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
FMS Delhi |
39.991 (Composite Score) |
32.452 (Composite Score) |
24.257 (Composite Score) |
IIM Indore |
80 |
60 |
50 |
IIM Lucknow |
82 |
70 |
65 |
IIM Shillong |
75 |
60 |
50 |
FMS Delhi calculates a Composite Score whereas Shillong has sectional cutoff. Your academics play a major role in calculating the composite score. Some tips for candidates from SC and ST categories are
If your academic record is below average, answer more questions accurately to compensate for that.
IIT B is particularly known for its specialization in Operations. Although it has a decent specialization in other domains like Marketing and IT as well, it is for Operations that people usually choose it. Some consider IIM Shillong or Trichy a better option for Finance. But I personally think that SJMSom IIT B is overall a better choice.
I cannot choose one between IIM Trichy and Shillong as both are at an equal level at this point. Despite being new, Trichy has managed to be in the league of Shillong. It has been growing at a fast pace and may even surpass IIM Shillong in the near future.
So if I am to rank the above options it has to be
SJMSom>IIM Shillong=IIM Trichy
Be it fresher or not, MDI Gurgaon is definitely a better option than IIM Shillong. I have drawn a comparison between the 2 B Schools based on the following parameters
Fees: The fees of the PGPM program at IIM Shillong stands at INR 14.6 Lakhs whereas that of MDI Gurgaon is INR 24,47,400. While some might comment on the huge difference in fees, the ROI at MDI Gurgaon is worth it.
Placements: The table below compares the placement statistics of both B Schools.
Location: MDI Gurgaon has a location advantage over IIM Shillong as it is located in the commercial hub in contrast to the North-Eastern location of IIM Shillong.
Though I have given my opinion about MDI being better, the final decision is yours to make.
IIM Shillong accepts GMAT scores of only for
For International students who are targeting the PGP flagship program, the cutoff is as follows
Category |
SSC Percentage |
HSC percentage |
General |
80 |
80 |
EWS |
80 |
80 |
DA |
50 |
50 |
ST |
50 |
50 |
SC |
55 |
55 |
So a good GMAT score for an International student is anything above 700.
For the Executive program too, a GMAT score of 700+ is a good target. If your profile is average you can target a higher GMAT score.
Yes, the small-batch size at IIM Shillong or that at any new IIM provides a considerable advantage during placements. The older IIMs have a larger batch size therefore the competition is also tough. So an average profile will get an average CTC only. Whereas at IIM Shillong, the small batch size means lesser competition and better placement opportunities. With less talented people around, someone with even an average profile can get a high package.
The small batch size can be beneficial only if you have a decent profile. A below-average profile can not get you a good package even at a college with a smaller batch size like IIM Shill
One of the major USPS of IIM Shillong is the diversity of electives it offers. Anyone who hasn’t decided on a domain can have a peek into the various angles of the business sector and then make a healthy decision.
The courses offered are flexible, comprising a blend of Marketing, HR, Operations, Finance, etc. This enables the students not to specialize in a single domain only. As far as HR is concerned, I have listed down some highlights of this particular domain at IIM Shillong.
At the end of the program, you will have developed a detailed knowledge of terms, concepts and insights.
The only means of transport to reach IIM Shillong is a cab. You can book it privately or go for a shared one as well depending on your budget. The duration of the journey is around 3-4 hours on any typical day. There are two routes to reach IIM Shillong
Once you are familiar with the traffic and routes, you can look for other options as well.