CAT 2016: Avidipto Chakraborty tops exam with 100 per cent

Avidipto is a final year student of BITS Pilani, Goa. Currently, he is pursuing BTech (Computer Science) and MSc from the institution.

In picture, CAT topper Avidipto Chakraborty

In picture, CAT topper Avidipto Chakraborty

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The results of CAT 2016 was declared today, January 9, 2017. Kolkata boy Avidipto Chakraborty topped the examination with 100 per cent marks.

Excerpts from the interview

  • Regarding the success, the BITS Pilani student said, “Mock test and analysis is the key to my success. I gave two to three mock tests on a daily basis and in total, i gave 86 mock tests of different institutes like Times, Career launcher and other institutions.”
  • He also attributed his success to his parents and friends. “I got inspiration from people who are scoring more than me, who are repeating the exams. My friends constant advice and guidance helped me a lot,” he said, adding, “My parents gave me full liberty and support.”
  • Avidipto is a final year student of BITS Pilani, Goa. Currently, he is pursuing BTech (Computer Science) and MSc from the institution
  • Regarding his interest in this field, he said, “Though I have performed well in my college, in my engineering courses, I choose this field because I wish to be a consultant.”
  • source”cnbc”