For most non-engineers, the word “Quants” brings back a special kind of trauma – the kind that sits quietly until someone says "Data Interpretation" or "Speed-Time-Distance," and suddenly, you're reliving that one CAT mock where nothing made sense.
I still remember the day I received the email from IIM Shillong. “Congratulations!”: one word, and countless emotions. For a few seconds, I simply stared at the screen. It felt like a dream. After months of struggling, failing, trying again, and hoping for the best, I had finally made it. And looking back now, the journey feels like one of the toughest yet most rewarding phases of my life. My Profile: 85.5/91.6/84.6, MIT Manipal (BTech in Mechanical Engineering), 3 YOE as Software Engineer.
"Are you still working full time while preparing for CAT?” This was the question I was asked frequently by many people for the past year. And my answer was always yes. Because I didn’t quit my job, I didn’t take a sabbatical, and I didn’t rely on coaching full time. I cracked CAT and made it to IIM Kozhikode while working full-time in consulting and so can you. Here is what helped me in my journey to IIM-K
Today, I’ll be sharing my honest opinion about T.I.M.E (Triumphant Institute of Management Education) coaching materials. Quick heads-up — this article is focused solely on the study material provided by T.I.M.E and not on the in-class experience.
It’s that time of the season again.
All those sleepless nights. Countless mocks. Hours of video lectures. Sitting in a chair straight for 6–8 hours, taking a break, and then pushing yourself for another 2–3.
This interview was conducted with Anas Ahmad(IIM-U 2025-27), who discussed his CAT journey and shared valuable insights for the current CAT aspirants.
The Common Admission Test (CAT) is the entry to prestigious Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other top business schools. Often viewed as an exam dominated by quantitative aptitude, CAT can be intimidating for non-engineers who lack a strong mathematical background. However, cracking CAT is less about being a math genius and more about strategy, practice, and leveraging our strengths. Non-engineers can not only succeed but also excel in CAT without falling into the so-called "quant trap."
For most non-engineers, the word “Quants” brings back a special kind of trauma – the kind that sits quietly until someone says "Data Interpretation" or "Speed-Time-Distance," and suddenly, you're reliving that one CAT mock where nothing made sense.
I still remember the day I received the email from IIM Shillong. “Congratulations!”: one word, and countless emotions. For a few seconds, I simply stared at the screen. It felt like a dream. After months of struggling, failing, trying again, and hoping for the best, I had finally made it. And looking back now, the journey feels like one of the toughest yet most rewarding phases of my life. My Profile: 85.5/91.6/84.6, MIT Manipal (BTech in Mechanical Engineering), 3 YOE as Software Engineer.
"Are you still working full time while preparing for CAT?” This was the question I was asked frequently by many people for the past year. And my answer was always yes. Because I didn’t quit my job, I didn’t take a sabbatical, and I didn’t rely on coaching full time. I cracked CAT and made it to IIM Kozhikode while working full-time in consulting and so can you. Here is what helped me in my journey to IIM-K
Today, I’ll be sharing my honest opinion about T.I.M.E (Triumphant Institute of Management Education) coaching materials. Quick heads-up — this article is focused solely on the study material provided by T.I.M.E and not on the in-class experience.
It’s that time of the season again.
All those sleepless nights. Countless mocks. Hours of video lectures. Sitting in a chair straight for 6–8 hours, taking a break, and then pushing yourself for another 2–3.
This interview was conducted with Anas Ahmad(IIM-U 2025-27), who discussed his CAT journey and shared valuable insights for the current CAT aspirants.
The Common Admission Test (CAT) is the entry to prestigious Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other top business schools. Often viewed as an exam dominated by quantitative aptitude, CAT can be intimidating for non-engineers who lack a strong mathematical background. However, cracking CAT is less about being a math genius and more about strategy, practice, and leveraging our strengths. Non-engineers can not only succeed but also excel in CAT without falling into the so-called "quant trap."
