If you’re aiming for the 99th percentile in CAT, you’re not just preparing for an exam—you’re preparing to stand out among over 3 lakh aspirants. At Quantifiers, we believe smart, data-backed prep is half the battle won. So here’s the ultimate guide: how much do you really need to score in each section to crack that coveted 99%ile.
| Percentile | 2024 Marks | 2023 Marks | 2022 Marks | 2021 Marks |
| 99.9 | ~123 | ~101 | ~109 | ~124 |
| 99.5 | ~104 | ~84 | ~92 | ~110 |
| 99 | ~95 – 98 | ~76 | ~84 | ~98 |
If you’re consistently scoring 95+ raw marks in mocks with 85–90% accuracy, you’re already knocking on the door of 99%ile.
Most 99%ilers in CAT 2024 had a score breakup like: VARC 38 + DILR 40 + QA 36 = 114 raw
Due to scaling and slot normalization, this translates to a 99–99.5 percentile.
At Quantifiers, we constantly emphasize this:
“You don’t need to attempt 70+ questions. You just need to attempt the right 36–40 questions with 90%+ accuracy.”
Here’s the math:
| Total Correct Questions | Approx. Raw Score | Expected Percentile |
| 34–36 | 90–95 | ~98.8–99.2 |
| 37–40 | 98–110 | ~99.3–99.7 |
Simulate all difficulty levels in your mocks—easy, moderate, and tough. Don’t let slot luck decide your percentile.
To break the 99 percentile barrier, align your prep around these clear goals:
| Section | Raw Score Target | Must-Attempt Questions |
| VARC | 38+ | 14–16 |
| DILR | 40+ | 2.5 Sets |
| QA | 36+ | 12–14 |
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