CAT 2026 Eligibility: Age, Qualification, Nationality & Attempt Limits
CAT 2026 eligibility explained — minimum age, maximum age, educational qualification, nationality rules, attempt limits, reservation categories. Based on the latest official notification.
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CAT 2026 eligibility criteria
Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwD) from a recognised university. Final year students eligible to apply.
Before you apply
- Confirm your Class 12 stream matches the required subject combination.
- Check the maximum age limit on the application date (not the exam date).
- Keep scans of photo ID, mark sheets, category certificate, and passport-size photo ready.