Difference between CAT and IPMAT Career guidance by Supergrads for 12th Students

Are you torn between choosing CAT or IPMAT for admission to a prestigious B-school? If you're an ambitious MBA aspirant aiming for a career in management, this dilemma may sound all too familiar.

Let's simplify it for you. CAT, or the Common Admission Test, is tailor-made for those who have completed their graduation. On the other hand, IPMAT, or the Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test, is designed for high school graduates aiming for an early start in the management world.

It's not just about eligibility – the exam patterns, marking schemes, and difficulty levels between CAT and IPMAT also present significant differences. However, fret not! With the guidance and mentorship from the Supergrads Expert, you can navigate these disparities and prepare effectively for the exam that aligns with your aspirations.

CAT vs IPMAT: Which is the Right Choice for Me?

Before selecting the right entrance exam, it is important to look for the key differences between them like:

CAT vs IPMAT: Eligibility Criteria

The CAT exam is for graduates aiming for an MBA from IIMs, IPMAT is 5 years integrated programme in management for undergraduates and students after the 12th class.

The CAT exam only requires 50% in graduation with no upper age limit while in IPMAT the candidate should not be born on or after August 1 2004 (Although there is 5 years age relaxation for SC/ST/PwD category candidates i.e. August 1 1999). For those preparing, CAT Online Coaching can provide the flexibility and resources needed to excel

CAT vs IPMAT: Exam Pattern

The CAT exam comprises 66 questions from the VARC, DILR, and QA sections, whereas the IPMAT Indore includes 90 questions. Meanwhile, the IPMAT Rohtak features 120 questions covering quantitative ability, verbal ability, and logical reasoning.

CAT vs IPMAT: Syllabus

The CAT exam is tailored to test advanced mathematical, logical, and verbal skills, providing a challenging assessment for students. On the other hand, the IPMAT also evaluates students’ quantitative ability, logical and verbal abilities with the difficulty level upto 12th standard.

CAT vs IPMAT: Score Acceptance

More than 1200 B-schools, including the 21 IIMs, accept the CAT score, while selected and renowned Institutes like IIM Indore, IIM Rohtak, IIM Ranchi etc, accept IPMAT scores.

How To Get The Right Guidance For CAT or IPMAT?

Both are challenging exams that require the utmost focus and practice. Therefore, to make it easy, you can get the help of mentors who guide you and prepare you from the basics. , including a thorough understanding of the CAT syllabus.

Supergrads, with their toppers and best selection list, have always proven to be the best choice for preparing for the management exams.

With more than 12 students achieving 99+ percentiles, more than 31 students with 97+ percentiles, and more than 57 students with 95+ percentiles, Supergrads have rocked in their 1 batch result for 2023.

They have provided toppers like Rahul Choraria (99.85% idle), Chitranshi (99.65 % idle), and Sumukh (99.46% idle).

Similarly, Supergrads created history with excellent IPMAT Indore results for 2024. In their very first result list 24 students got authentic selection while also recieve10 AIRs under 50.

Surya Jilhewar (Josh Batch), Parth Sarthy (Super 30 Batch), Aman Udani (Admit sure batch) and Jagannath (Sureshot batch) are the toppers who aced IPMAT with good score and got selected.

What Does Supergrads Offer?

Supergrads is the best platform for CAT or IPMAT preparation because of its innovative teaching methodologies and experienced mentors, including CAT toppers and industry experts. Not only this, but it also offers:

• The best study material covers each topic in detail.

• GK Sessions to keep you updated.

• Mentorship Sessions with IIM Alumni.

• 70 + Mock Tests for comprehensive preparation.

• Additional Practice Sessions at the foundational level.

• All CAT PYPs from CAT'17 to CAT'23.

• 20+ Prep Books for CAT, XAT, SNAP, NMAT, CMAT and other management exams.

• Comprehensive WAT, GD & PI preparation

• Regular Workshops and Webinars with experts.

• CAT Set Go – An MBA prep community.

Let's Wrap-Up!

So, if you are targeting CAT or IPMAT exams, take your time. Grab the best opportunity to prepare with Supergrad's experienced mentors and premium study material along with the dose of daily mock tests, previous year's paper questions and performance analysis!

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