Hello student,

With a 72 percentile in CMAT, you have a chance at getting into some decent B-schools, though top-tier institutions might be a bit out of reach. Here’s a breakdown of what you can aim for:

1. Tier 2 & 3 Colleges:

• Colleges like :
  • Indira Institute of Management, Pune
  • IES Management College, Mumbai
  • Prestige Institute of Management, Indore
  • Institute of Public Enterprise, Hyderabad
    
    
• These institutes may have cutoffs around your percentile, and they offer good value, especially with decent placement records.
  
  2. State-Level B-Schools:
  
  
• You can explore state-affiliated MBA colleges that accept CMAT scores in your percentile range. Institutions from states like Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat may be a good fit.
  
  3. Focus on Specializations:
  
  
• Depending on your area of interest (e.g., finance, marketing, HR), some colleges may have stronger programs in specific domains, even if they are not top-ranked overall.
  
  4. Check Counseling and Quota Options:
  
  
• Some colleges might have management or state quota seats that could work in your favor.

Next Steps :

• Research individual college cutoffs from last year.
• Attend counseling sessions for personalized advice.

Though 72 percentile isn't in the top tier, with smart choices, you can still land a solid MBA seat!

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.