What are the pros and cons of SIBM Pune and SCMHRD? And the difficulty level compared to CAT (98 percentile plus is required I heard, but how difficult is that to achieve)?

Both SIBM Pune and SCMHRD are top Indian business schools with pros and cons. Advantages and disadvantages:

SIBM Pune 

Pros:

• Industry-renowned brand
• Excellent campus facilities
• Strong corporate connection with large alumni network
• Many specialisations.

Cons:

• Comparatively expensive B-schools
• Stressful student competition
• Industry-standard curriculum may not be updated.

 SCMHRD 

Pros:

• Develop holistically and practically
• High-paying placements
• Social responsibility and sustainability emphasised
• International university exchanges

Cons:

• Newer than other top B-schools
• Few specialisations
• Students may dislike the area.

CAT is a challenging exam that takes substantial preparation and devotion to get 98 percentile or higher. Need to appear for 10-12 mocks before the exam to know the weak areas and work on that.