Can I appear for CAT exam while in the 3rd-year of my graduation degree?
The exams of my 6th semester (B.Com) are not over yet.
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Yes, you can apply for CAT exam, while you are in third year of your graduation.
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Yes, you can provisionally appear for CAT exam. -
If the degree you are pursuing is of 4 years in duration, then you can only apply in 4th year, otherwise yes, you can apply in the 3rd year. The eligibility is to apply in the last year of your college.
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The short answer is 'yes'. Even if you are in 3rd year of your college, you can still give CAT exam.
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Hello,
Yes, you can apply. The minimum requirement for CAT exam is a candidate should have complete their graduation or must be in final year, so you can apply for CAT exam. All the best. -
Yes, you can apply. The minimum requirement for CAT exam is a candidate should have complete their graduation or must be in final year, so you can apply for CAT exam. -
You can appear for CAT only when you are in the final year of your graduation.
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Hello,
Yes, you can definitely go for CAT while studying in the 3rd year of graduation.
Good luck. -
Hello,Yes, anyone who is in the final year of his/her graduation can appear for the CAT. Visit the FAQ page for more related information if required. Good luck.
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