By Arzoo Yadav Published: 6 March, 2025 Image: Pixabay

CAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

Qualification Required
1. Bachelor's degree in any discipline
2. Minimum 50% (General/OBC) or 45% (SC/ST/PwD)

Basic Eligibility

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Final Year Students Eligible?
Yes! Candidates appearing in the final year of their degree can apply.

Final Year Students

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Any Age Restriction?
No upper age limit for CAT exam aspirants!

Age Limit

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Valid Degrees Accepted
1. UGC-approved universities
2. AICTE-recognized institutions
3. Government-approved equivalents

Degree Recognition

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Professional Qualifications
CA, CS, ICWA holders can apply, even without a degree!

CA/CS/ICWA Candidates

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Category-Wise Reservation
SC – 15%
ST – 7.5%
OBC-NCL – 27%
EWS – 10%
PwD – 5%

Reservation Criteria

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No Minimum Work Experience Required!
Both fresh graduates and working professionals can apply.

Important Note

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