CAT EWS Cutoff 2021: College-wise & Course-wise Percentiles

The CAT 2021 EWS cutoff has been released by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs). This page shows EWS cutoff trends across colleges and courses (All & Female where available). Check the official site https://iimcat.ac.in/ for notifications.

We’ve analyzed CAT cutoffs for 2021 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.

CAT 2021 EWS category cutoff ranges from 70 to 90 percentile. Candidates with percentile under 90 have high chances of getting top colleges like IIM Lucknow, IIM Indore, and IIM Raipur.

CAT 2021 Cutoff Highlights

The CAT 2021 cutoff represents the minimum percentile required to qualify for admissions into participating colleges.

The cutoff is released by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and is used for counselling and seat allocation.

Key Highlights

• Exam Name: CAT 2021
• Conducting Body: Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs)
• Cutoff Type: Percentile
• Total Counselling Rounds: 1
• Total Colleges Participating: 9
• Top Courses: Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Post Graduate Program in Management
• Quota Types: All India

CAT 2021 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the CAT 2021 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.

Status

• Cutoff Status: Released
• Last Updated: August 2026

CAT 2021 EWS Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The CAT 2021 EWS category-wise cutoff highlights the opening and closing percentile range for admission into government and private colleges across different categories. The cutoff varies based on factors such as category reservation, seat availability, and college type, with government institutes generally having more competition compared to private colleges.

Can You Get a College with Your Percentile?

The CAT 2021 percentile plays a crucial role in determining your chances of admission into top institutes across India. Based on previous cutoff trends, the table below highlights what type of colleges you can expect at different eligibility ranges.

CAT 2021 Score vs Percentile

The table below shows the relationship between score scored and the corresponding percentile in CAT 2021. Understanding this mapping helps candidates estimate their expected percentile based on score scored and compare it against historical cutoff trends.

• A percentile of 99+ in CAT corresponds to approximately 85 - 92 Score.
• A percentile of 95+ in CAT corresponds to approximately 62 - 75 Score.
• A percentile of 90+ in CAT corresponds to approximately 51 - 61 Score.

CAT Cutoff Trend (2021)

The CAT cutoff trend over the last few years helps candidates understand how competition and qualifying percentiles have evolved.

Year-wise Cutoff Trend

Key Insights

• Overall Stability: General cutoff remains stable around 90-91 percentile
• Increase from 2022 to 2023: Due to higher competition post-COVID normalization
• Minor Fluctuations (2021-2021): Caused by normalization and paper difficulty
• Reserved Categories: Gradual increase in cutoff due to rising participation
• ST Category: Shows highest variation due to lower applicant pool

Insight: Cutoff trends show consistent competition growth with slight yearly variation

Marks vs Percentile (CAT 2021)

The CAT marks vs percentile gives a clear idea of score required to achieve a target percentile.

• 99 Percentile -> ~85 - 92 marks
• 95 Percentile -> ~62 - 75 marks
• 90 Percentile -> ~51 - 61 marks

Insight: Aim for 180+ marks for top colleges and 120+ for safe options.

College wise CAT 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Percentiles)

The CAT 2021 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing percentiles for top colleges like IIM Raipur, IIM Kashipur, and IIM Amritsar across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

Insight: IIM Raipur, IIM Kashipur, and IIM Amritsar close within top 70-85 percentiles for core branches.

Key Insights

• Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
• Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) has the lowest closing percentile (70), indicating highest competition.
• 6 colleges close within top 20,000 percentiles, while 6 are within top 30,000 percentiles.
• Final cutoff depends on counselling rounds, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise CAT 2021 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Percentiles)

Safe Score for CAT 2021

The CAT safe score is the minimum marks range required to secure admission into good colleges without high risk. It varies based on category, branch preference, and competition level.

Safe Score for IIMs

62-75+ marks

What this means:

• Strong chance in top colleges with competitive branches.
• Possible entry into Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) in good institutes.
• Percentile range typically under 70-70 for stronger options.

Safe Score for Other Good Colleges

51-61+ marks

What this means:

• Good chance in institutes offering Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA).
• Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
• Percentile range typically under 70-75.

Pro Tip: Always keep a buffer of +10-20 marks above the safe score due to normalization and yearly cutoff variation.

What Percentile is Required for Top Colleges?

The CAT percentile is the most critical factor in securing admission to top colleges. Based on previous trends, the table below shows what percentile is required for IIM Raipur, IIM Kashipur, and IIM Sirmaur across categories.

Percentile under 75

Percentile under 74

• Strong chance in colleges like IIM Raipur, IIM Kashipur, and IIM Sirmaur.
• Likely branches: Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA).
• Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

Insight: Best range for highly competitive colleges in current trends.

Percentile under 70

• Admission possible in colleges like IIM Raipur, IIM Kashipur, and IIM Sirmaur.
• This range keeps more realistic options open across counselling rounds.
• Wider branch flexibility is usually available compared to lower percentile bands.

Insight: Ideal for balanced college and branch targets with strong placement potential.

Final Takeaway: Under 75 percentiles target top-tier options, under 74 percentiles strengthen access to IIM, and under 70 percentiles open broader options like other iim.

• Under 74: 4 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
• Under 70: 3 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting CAT 2021 Cutoff

Explore the top management colleges accepting CAT 2021 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing percentiles and cutoff trends.

Top Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Percentiles)

The CAT 2021 cutoff for Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

Key Insights

• Top 3 colleges (IIM Raipur) close within top 70 ranks.
• Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) in top colleges, aim for under 56 rank for stronger outcomes.

Top Master of Business Administration (MBA) Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Percentiles)

The CAT 2021 cutoff for Master of Business Administration (MBA) highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

Key Insights

• Top 3 colleges (IIM Kashipur, IIM Sirmaur, and IIM Jammu) close within top 74 ranks.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure Master of Business Administration (MBA) in top colleges, aim for under 59 rank for stronger outcomes.

Top Post Graduate Program in Management Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Percentiles)

The CAT 2021 cutoff for Post Graduate Program in Management highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

Key Insights

• Top 3 colleges (IIM Raipur and IIM Indore) close within top 90 ranks.
• Post Graduate Program in Management remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure Post Graduate Program in Management in top colleges, aim for under 72 rank for stronger outcomes.

All India Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Percentiles

The CAT 2021 cutoff for Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) shows the opening and closing percentiles for top colleges under the All India quota. Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) remains highly competitive, with relatively lower closing percentiles in top institutes.

All India Master of Business Administration (MBA) Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Percentiles

The CAT 2021 cutoff for Master of Business Administration (MBA) shows the opening and closing percentiles for top colleges under the All India quota. Master of Business Administration (MBA) remains highly competitive, with relatively lower closing percentiles in top institutes.

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2021 — EWS

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College Wise Cutoff 2021

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2021 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing percentiles and admission trends.

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