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?

The IIMs generally have a 2-3 stage process of admission but IIM Kozhikode follows an admission process that is a 3 stage one. It is described as follows:

• The candidates are shortlisted for stage 2 on the basis of their overall percentile in CAT and the sectional percentiles. Currently, the cutoff for the candidates in the General category is 85 percentile and that for the sectional percentile is 75 percentile.
• The candidates who are shortlisted for the second stage are further shortlisted on the basis of their Aggregate Index Score or AIS. This composite score is based on factors such as work experience, scores in academics, diversity in academics, and/or gender. This year, the AIS has laid stress on the CAT percentile, class 12 board exam score, and academic diversity.
• The third round comprises the WAT-PI round. The four components of this stage are the scores of CAT, Personal Interview, Essay, and Resume. A final shortlist is prepared by keeping in mind the composite score that is obtained by the addition of the scores of the respective components.

The required percentile changes every year so it is difficult what percentile will ensure a call. So, keep a target of 99 percentile, to be safe.

Keep yourself up to date in general knowledge, HR-based questions, academics, current affairs to stand out in the interviews. Work experience is also a big plus.