Grammar

IIM Calcutta WAT Topics: Grammar-Strict Format, 30+ Questions & Outlines [2025]

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IIM Calcutta’s WAT is notorious for one thing: grammar scrutiny. With only 15-20 minutes for 250 words and evaluators who are EXTREMELY strict on language errors, most candidates underestimate the precision required. Add to this the fact that PI panelists often read your WAT and may ask follow-up questions. This guide gives you the exact topics, frameworks, and proofreading strategies that work.

Grammar for WAT: The Complete Guide to Error-Free Writing

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Grammar errors in WAT signal carelessness to evaluators who mark 400 essays in 3-4 hours. IIM-B and IIM-C are STRICT on language—one misplaced comma can drop you from the “Top” pile to “Average.” This guide covers the 15 most common grammar mistakes in WAT, how to use statistics correctly, storytelling grammar, and school-specific language expectations.