When will be the best time to join a coaching institute for the preparation of CAT exam? Can I prepare for CAT while staying at home?

I am in the second year of B.Com.

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Asked by Saloni Pandey
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Ling raj
9 years ago
As per me, this will be the best time to join a coaching institute.

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Hello Saloni, B.Com is a 3-year course and by the time you reach the final year, you will be eligible to enrol for CAT. So, I would suggest you join a coaching class now. The earlier the better. In that way, you will get enough time to prepare and there won't be any chance for the loophole. Sinc

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N
9 years ago
I think in the third year you should take CAT coaching. In the second year, you are advised to study for CAT at home.

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Shreshtha Saxena
9 years ago
The best time for you will be at the start or in the mid of your final year. In my opinion, it is very tough to crack CAT without proper guidance. So, as per me, you must join coaching classes because they properly guide you for the preparation of CAT. They will teach you according to the exam patte

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