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Why did IIM-Ahmedabad get inspired from the Sidi Saiyyed Jali for their logo?
The architecture of the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque is internationally renowned for its beautiful and unique stone lattice work designed by Sidi Saeed or Sidi Saiyyed in 1573 on the walls of the mosque in the center of Ahmedabad city.
The latticework is identical to interwoven trees with lofty branches hanging and extensively detailed flora carvings. The craftsmanship is sophisticated and detailed.
Because of its elegance, this mosque is recognized globally. The Siddi Saiyyed Masjid has been so skillfully carved that it provides an impressive view and makes it a distinct location for tourists.
People come here from different places to pray and witness this magnificent architecture. Essentially the skillfully carved Jali screen windows that reflect the Indo-Saracenic style and have been an admiration for a large number of tourists around the world. The mosque is known for its stone tracery, consisting of windows that have been delicately carved.
IIM Ahmedabad chose this elegant style and world-class stone art as an inspiration for the logo of their institution.
How good is the IIM Ahmedabad hostel?
At IIM Ahmedabad, rather than hostels, there is a dorm culture. Usually, around 25-40 students reside in a dorm.
- IIM Ahmedabad campus is divided into two parts, i.e. old campus and the new campus. Dorms 1-18 are on the old campus, while other dorms are on the new campus. Old campus dorms were built earlier and have a heritage feeling with red bricks.
- New campus dorms have better infrastructure. The rooms are bigger. Some rooms even have ACs or private bathrooms.
- Basic amenities like bed, mattress, mirror, whiteboard, study table, chair, cupboard, shoe racks, curtains are provided for students.
There is room for improvement, but you won’t face any major issues. You will love your time there on campus.
Does IIM Ahmedabad have a sports culture?
IIM Ahmedabad has a great sports culture. For most of the indoor and outdoor activities, there are outstanding and well-managed facilities. The campus has a well-maintained football field, cricket ground, basketball court, volleyball court, badminton court. There are also indoor games facilities such as table tennis, chess, etc.
Sports Committee & Team:
- IIMA has a sports committee that takes care of the sports facilities and campus events.
- Though IIM Ahmedabad is mainly known for its strong emphasis on academics, it is still possible for interested students to find some time to participate in sports activities. For each sport, IIMA has an institute team that concentrates primarily on two sports events during the year, Shaurya and Sangharsh.
Sports Events:
- Shaurya: It is IIM Ahmedabad's inter-college sports festival, where IIMA invites the colleges nearby to participate. While Shaurya is important, it is primarily an opportunity to practice, before the actual major sports event of the year, Sangharsh.
- Sangharsh: An Inter-IIM Sports Meeting between IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, and IIM Lucknow is held annually, known as Sangharsh. It is the major sports event for which the team trains all year round. For IIM students who are involved in sport, Sangharsh is like the Olympics.
In recent years, IIM Ahmedabad won gold medals in so many of the athletic activities that they also won the Sangharsh Trophy overall. For any IIMA student who was affiliated in some way with sports, it was a genuinely proud moment.
If you love sports or being into sports culture, then there is no other better place than IIM Ahmedabad.
How is Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad different from the other IIMs?
Few of the many factors that make IIM Ahmedabad different from other IIMs is the rigorous academics, international reputation, well-developed alumni base, and unparalleled placements. IIM Ahmedabad strives to train managers who can handle all management-related problems, not just specialists. The difficult academic structure of IIM Ahmedabad builds industry leaders.
What is the package of MBA student from IIM Ahmedabad?
The different salary packages for IIM Ahmedabad MBA students are as follows.
| IIM Ahmedabad Packages 2021 | |
| Highest Package | INR 1.32 Cr PA |
| Average Package | INR 26.13 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 25 LPA |
| Average packages for top 10% students | INR 32.10 LPA |
Around 153 companies visited the campus placement to recruit students.
What would be your top 3 suggestions for a candidate aiming to make it to IIM A/ B/ C with a year and half until the CAT exam?
Here are a few tips that you mind find useful if you are preparing for CAT.
- Focus on your academics, if you have time to improve your profile. If you don’t forget about it and concentrate on CAT preparation.
- Preparing with a group can be fun. You can evaluate and compare your progress with others. It is also easier to stay motivated.
- Learn the best approach and method to solve all types of problems that come in CAT. Give ample number of tests. Analyze the tests thoroughly. Keep tabs on the common mistakes you make and try not to repeat them.
Last but not the least, stay motivated throughout your CAT journey.
What percentile should I score in CAT (GEM) to have a fair chance for IIM ABCLKIS, MDI, FMS, SPJIMR, and NITIE provided I have 95% in both 10th, 12th and 8.7 CGPA in BTech (fresher)?
To increase your chances of getting a call from different MBA colleges, it's important to know their criteria for selection.
- IIM Indore focuses primarily on academic scores.
- MDI doesn't consider academic scores but may grill candidates for low scores.
- Bangalore looks for both academics and work experience.
- Calcutta typically gives out calls to candidates with very high percentiles.
- Ahmedabad looks for academic diversity.
- SPJIMR considers your overall profile and academics.
- Kozhikode focuses on gender diversity and requires a very high percentile score.
- Shillong and NITIE typically call candidates with scores around 97, but NITIE has a higher cutoff for VARC.
- For Bangalore, a fresher may need a score of around 99.8-99.9, and with work experience, a score of around 98.8 may suffice.
- For Kozhikode, aim for a percentile score of 99.9 or above.
- FMS typically calls candidates with a score of 99.3 but aims for a score of 99.6 to increase conversion chances.
What is the minimum CAT score required to get into IIM A, B, C or FMS, DU or MDI, Gurgaon?
The entire admission process to any college is divided into 2 broad spectrums; the initial shortlisting and the Final Selection. While it is easy to get a rough estimate of the minimum CAT score required to fetch calls from institutes like IIM ABC, FMS Delhi, and MDI Gurgaon, one cannot predict the CAT score required to get selected in the final round. This is because the final selection is done on the basis of a number of factors like CAT, Interview, academic background and overall profile. Based on my research and experience, I have tried my best to give a general overview of the CAT cutoff of these institutes individually.
IIM Ahmedabad: The minimum CAT score required for admission in IIM Ahmedabad MBA (PGP) for 2023 Admission is the 80 percentile. However, the actual CAT Cutoff for IIM Ahmedabad usually ranges between 99-100. They shortlist the top 50/100 people from different academic fields provided they clear the basic cutoff.
IIM Bangalore: The minimum cutoff for MBA Admission at IIM Bangalore is 85 percentile. However, candidates having a CAT Score of 99 percentile or more can expect a call from IIM Bangalore. They weigh in things like academic records and work-ex for giving out interview calls. So you can receive a call at a score of 95 and you can also not receive a call even at 99.99 %ile.
IIM Calcutta: Candidates must have obtained at least 85 percentile in CAT overall. IIM Calcutta gives major weightage to the CAT score and gender diversity.
FMS Delhi: FMS gives calls solely on the basis of CAT score and does not give any weightage to past academics at all. So the FMS CAT cutoff is as high as the 98 percentile.
MDI Gurgaon: MDI Gurgaon CAT Cutoff range between 93 and 95 percentile for admission 2023.
What is the CAT score for IIM Ahmedabad for the agribusiness program?
It's not just about the grade, but also about the path you take after graduation. Even if you do not score higher than 90, you may be contacted for an interview. Many students, even those with 95+, do not receive farm calls because they are not from the Agri or allied sectors. Numerous students with an 80 percentile in the general category were invited to an interview held at the IIFT campus in Delhi in March.
So, if you come from an agricultural background, a score of 100 or a percentile higher than 85 will put you on the safe side. If you come from a different background, more than 95 or 96 will work for you.
What rank should I get on the CAT to get a seat at IIM Ahmedabad?
- Percentage of class X
- Percentage in Class XII.
- The percentage of graduates.
- Work experience.
- Work experience.
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