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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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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You can appear for CAT only when you are in the final year of your graduation.
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