Vani Jha
Excellence is born from clarity of purpose, consistent effort, and the courage to pursue ambitious goals. Embodying all these qualities, Neal Shah, a B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering graduate from VIT Chennai (Class of 2025), has achieved an extraordinary 99.93 percentile in CAT 2025, placing him among the top performers nationwide. This remarkable accomplishment is not only a personal milestone but also a moment of pride for the VIT Chennai community.
Neal Shah achieves 99.93 percentiles – Regards
The Common Admission Test (CAT) is widely recognised as one of the most competitive and rigorous entrance examinations in India. Each year, it challenges candidates on quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning, data interpretation, and verbal ability—testing not just knowledge, but strategic thinking, time management, and mental resilience. Securing a 99.93th percentile in such an exam reflects years of disciplined preparation, intellectual curiosity, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Neal’s journey is particularly inspiring because it is driven by a clear professional vision. With aspirations to build a career in the semiconductor and electronics sector, he has consistently aligned his academic pursuits and skill development toward this goal. His strong foundation in Electronics and Communication Engineering, combined with analytical acumen honed through CAT preparation, positions him uniquely at the intersection of technology, innovation, and leadership.
At VIT Chennai, Neal benefited from a robust academic ecosystem that emphasises both technical depth and holistic growth. The institution’s focus on critical thinking, research orientation, and industry relevance has played a vital role in shaping graduates who are prepared to excel in competitive global environments. Neal’s achievement stands as a testament to the nurturing academic culture and the emphasis on excellence that VIT Chennai strives to uphold.
Beyond the percentile and accolades, Neal’s success story highlights the values of perseverance, consistency, and self-belief. Balancing a demanding engineering curriculum with intensive CAT preparation requires exceptional discipline and focus. His accomplishment serves as a source of motivation for fellow students and aspirants, demonstrating that with clarity of vision and sustained effort, ambitious goals are well within reach.
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As Neal Shah moves forward into the next phase of his academic and professional journey, he carries with him not just an outstanding result but the potential to create meaningful impact and leadership in the years ahead. His success reflects both individual brilliance and institutional strength.
We extend our heartiest congratulations to Neal on this exceptional achievement and wish him continued success as he charts a path of innovation, influence, and excellence in the semiconductor and electronics domain. His journey has only just begun—and the future looks incredibly promising.