IISc → IIM Calcutta → McKinsey | CAT, Placements, Campus Life & MBA Reality 2027 @iimcalcutta

What does it really take to get into IIM Calcutta? In this podcast, I sit down with a student from IIM Calcutta to understand the complete journey behind making it to one of India’s most prestigious business schools. We speak openly about CAT preparation, the admission journey, life at IIM Calcutta, academics, placements, campus culture, career opportunities and what comes next after IIM. We discuss: • His journey before IIM Calcutta • CAT preparation strategy and experience • What actually helped him crack CAT • The IIM interview and selection process • Expectations vs reality at IIM Calcutta • Academic pressure and workload • Life and culture on campus • Internships and placement preparation • Career opportunities after IIM • His future plans • Mistakes CAT aspirants should avoid • Advice for students targeting IIM Calcutta If you are preparing for CAT or dreaming of studying at IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta or another top Indian B-school, this conversation should give you a realistic picture of what the journey actually looks like. This is not just about cracking CAT. It is about understanding what happens before, during and after you enter an IIM. Subscribe for more conversations with students and graduates from leading universities and business schools in India and around the world. #IIMCalcutta #IIMC #CAT2026 #CATPreparation #IIM #MBA #CATExam #MBAIndia #IIMInterview #CATStrategy