CAT Score vs Percentile & Marks for 99%ile
Official scaled score to percentile estimation curves, section-wise marks required for 99.5%ile, 99%ile, 95%ile, and 90%ile across CAT exams.
CAT Score vs Percentile Benchmark Table (66 Questions / 198 Marks)
| Target Percentile | Overall Raw Marks (out of 198) | VARC (out of 72) | DILR (out of 60) | QA (out of 66) | Net Correct Questions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99.8+ Percentile (IIM A/B/C) | 96 – 104 | 44 – 48 | 33 – 36 | 38 – 42 | ~32–35 Questions |
| 99.0 Percentile (Top IIMs) | 78 – 84 | 36 – 40 | 25 – 28 | 30 – 33 | ~26–28 Questions |
| 95.0 Percentile (New IIMs / MDI / FMS) | 58 – 64 | 27 – 30 | 18 – 21 | 21 – 24 | ~19–21 Questions |
| 90.0 Percentile (Baby IIMs / IMT / XIMB) | 44 – 49 | 21 – 24 | 13 – 16 | 15 – 18 | ~15–16 Questions |
| 80.0 Percentile | 32 – 36 | 15 – 18 | 9 – 12 | 10 – 12 | ~11–12 Questions |
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Frequently Asked Questions about CAT Score vs Percentile & Marks for 99%ile
How many marks are required for 99 percentile in CAT?
Historically in the 66-question (198 marks) format (CAT 2021–2025), a raw score of 78–84 marks (~40–42% of max marks) is sufficient to secure a 99.0+ overall percentile.
What is the sectional score required for 99%ile in QA, DILR, and VARC?
Typically: QA requires ~30–33 marks (10–11 net correct), DILR requires ~24–28 marks (8–9 net correct), and VARC requires ~36–40 marks (12–14 net correct).
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