{"id":1740,"date":"2025-09-30T07:19:45","date_gmt":"2025-09-30T07:19:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/?page_id=1740"},"modified":"2026-04-25T12:16:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T12:16:05","slug":"exam-eligibility","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-eligibility\/","title":{"rendered":"CAT Exam Eligibility 2026: All Qualification &amp; Age Limit Criteria"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Preparing for the CAT is the first step toward your dream of studying at the IIMs and other top B-schools. But before filling out the form, you need to clearly understand the <strong>CAT exam eligibility<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many aspirants have doubts about the qualification for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT exam<\/a><\/strong>, age limit, and whether final-year candidates can apply.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you with everything, we have shared every detail in simple terms so that you know exactly where you stand and what you need to focus on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/free-online-ipmat-coaching\/?utm_source=SEO&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=cat-exam-eligibility\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"299\" src=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching-1024x299.webp\" alt=\"free online ipmat coaching\" class=\"wp-image-5371\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching-1024x299.webp 1024w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching-300x88.webp 300w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching-768x224.webp 768w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching-1536x448.webp 1536w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-ipmat-coaching.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-palette-color-8-color has-palette-color-1-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1e44a27aa53cdc2b851ac24e7331c5ea\"><strong>Upcoming CAT Exams:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/2026-details\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/2027-details\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2027<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-eligibility\/#CAT_Exam_Eligibility_and_Qualification_Overview\" >CAT Exam Eligibility and Qualification: Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-eligibility\/#Education_Qualification_for_CAT_Exam\" >Education Qualification for CAT Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-eligibility\/#CAT_Eligibility_Criteria_for_Final-Year_Students\" >CAT Eligibility Criteria for Final-Year Students<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-eligibility\/#CAT_Eligibility_Criteria_Age_Limit\" >CAT Eligibility Criteria: Age Limit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-eligibility\/#CAT_Eligibility_Calculation_of_Marks_CGPA_Conversion\" >CAT Eligibility: Calculation of Marks &amp; CGPA Conversion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-eligibility\/#CAT_Exam_Eligibility_Reservation_Criteria\" >CAT Exam Eligibility: Reservation Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-eligibility\/#CAT_Eligibility_Criteria_for_PwD_Candidates\" >CAT Eligibility Criteria for PwD Candidates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-eligibility\/#CAT_Exam_Eligibility_Verification_by_IIMs\" >CAT Exam Eligibility Verification by IIMs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-eligibility\/#FAQs_About_CAT_Eligibility_Criteria_2026\" >FAQs About CAT Eligibility Criteria 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Exam_Eligibility_and_Qualification_Overview\"><\/span>CAT Exam Eligibility and Qualification: Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Find the eligibility for CAT examination covered in a single snapshot:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Criteria<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Educational Qualification<\/td><td>Bachelor\u2019s degree from a recognized university or equivalent institution under UGC Act<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minimum Marks<\/td><td>50% for General\/EWS\/NC-OBC<br>45% for SC\/ST\/PwD<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Final-Year Students<\/td><td>Eligible if they submit a certificate from Principal\/Registrar confirming degree completion by deadline<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Professional Degrees<\/td><td>CA, CS, ICWA (CMA), FIAI holders are eligible with minimum required marks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT Age Limit<\/td><td>No minimum or maximum age limit for CAT exam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CAT Attempt Limit<\/td><td>Unlimited \u2013 you can take CAT as many times as you wish<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reservation<\/td><td>\u2022 SC: 15%<br>\u2022 ST: 7.5%<br>\u2022 NC-OBC: 27%<br>\u2022 EWS: 10%<br>\u2022 PwD: 5%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PwD Eligibility<\/td><td>Benchmark disability (\u226540%) as per RPwD Act 2016, with valid certificate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Marks\/CGPA Conversion<\/td><td>As per university rules. If no conversion scheme, (CGPA \u00f7 Max CGPA) \u00d7 100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Document Verification<\/td><td>Degree certificates, mark sheets, and valid category\/PwD certificates checked at interviews and admission<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Provisional Admission<\/td><td>Allowed for final-year students; must submit proof of graduation by Dec 31, 2026<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-palette-color-8-color has-palette-color-1-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-d436fd54124da382e308632c88f93947\"><strong>More important resources for CAT exam:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-pattern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Exam Pattern<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/books\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best books for CAT<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Syllabus<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/syllabus\/varc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT VARC Syllabus<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/syllabus\/dilr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT DILR Syllabus<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/syllabus\/quants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Quants Syllabus<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/percentile-vs-score\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Score vs Percentile<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/admit-card\/\">CAT Admit Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/answer-key\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Answer Key<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/practice-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Practice Questions<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/practice-questions\/quant\/\">CAT Quant <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/practice-questions\/quant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Q<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/practice-questions\/quant\/\">uestions<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/practice-questions\/varc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT VARC Questions<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/practice-questions\/varc\/reading-comprehension\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Reading Comprehension Questions<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/practice-questions\/varc\/verbal-ability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Verbal Ability Questions<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/study-material\/cat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Study Material<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/results\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Results<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/cut-off\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Cut Off<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat-toppers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Toppers<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/books\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Best Books for CAT Exam<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Education_Qualification_for_CAT_Exam\"><\/span>Education Qualification for CAT Exam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s first understand the CAT exam qualification in terms of your education or academic background:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Qualification<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Minimum Marks Required<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General \/ EWS \/ NC-OBC<\/td><td>Bachelor\u2019s degree from recognized university<\/td><td>50% or equivalent CGPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC \/ ST \/ PwD<\/td><td>Bachelor\u2019s degree from recognized university<\/td><td>45% or equivalent CGPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Professional Degree Holders (CA\/CS\/ICWA\/FIAI)<\/td><td>Recognized professional qualification<\/td><td>50% (General\/EWS\/NC-OBC),&nbsp;<br>45% (SC\/ST\/PwD)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The basic qualification for CAT exam is a bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your degree must be from a UGC-recognized university or equivalent institution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Meeting this CAT exam eligibility criteria ensures you can apply, but selection depends on overall performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/free-ipmat-mock-tests\/?utm_source=SEO&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=cat-exam-eligibility\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"299\" src=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test-1024x299.webp\" alt=\"free ipmat mock test\" class=\"wp-image-5374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test-1024x299.webp 1024w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test-300x88.webp 300w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test-768x224.webp 768w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test-1536x448.webp 1536w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-mock-test.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Eligibility_Criteria_for_Final-Year_Students\"><\/span>CAT Eligibility Criteria for Final-Year Students<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are currently in the final year of your undergraduate college, you must know this CAT exam eligibility criteria to be able to appear and qualify:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Candidate Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Eligibility Condition<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Requirement<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Final-Year Bachelor\u2019s Students<\/td><td>Eligible to apply for CAT exam<\/td><td>Must provide a certificate from Principal\/Registrar confirming completion of degree requirements<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Awaiting Results After Graduation<\/td><td>Eligible for provisional admission<\/td><td>Must submit proof of completing graduation by the deadline set by respective IIMs<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provisional admission is allowed, but you must submit a certificate from your college Principal\/Registrar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates awaiting results after completing degree requirements can also apply under CAT exam eligibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Final-year students must complete all graduation requirements by the deadline given by IIMs, usually December 31 of the admission year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-fulfilment of these conditions will result in cancellation of admission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Eligibility_Criteria_Age_Limit\"><\/span>CAT Eligibility Criteria: Age Limit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no age limit for CAT exam, making it open to all graduates who meet academic qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Criteria<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minimum Age for CAT<\/td><td>No minimum age limit specified<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum Age for CAT<\/td><td>No maximum age limit for CAT exam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of Attempts for CAT<\/td><td>No restriction on the number of attempts<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The maximum age of CAT is not defined, so even working professionals or older candidates can apply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is no cap on the number of attempts for CAT, you can take the exam as many times as you want.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The focus is entirely on meeting the qualification for CAT exam and performance in the test. This makes CAT a highly inclusive exam for both fresh graduates and experienced professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-palette-color-8-color has-palette-color-1-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-a7231e6da2775e71130650b4654f7431\"><strong>Explore additional free resources for CAT Exam:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/test-series\/cat\/free-pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Free CAT Mock Test PDF<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/test-series\/cat\/varc-mock\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT VARC Mock Test<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/test-series\/cat\/quant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Quant Mock Test<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/test-series\/cat\/dilr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT DILR Mock Test<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Eligibility_Calculation_of_Marks_CGPA_Conversion\"><\/span>CAT Eligibility: Calculation of Marks &amp; CGPA Conversion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another part of the eligibility for CAT exam is the marks in your UG, and if your college\/university is CGPA-based, then you need to know this conversion method:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Scenario<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Conversion Method<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>University provides percentage system<\/td><td>Use official percentage as awarded by the university<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>University provides CGPA\/Grades with conversion formula<\/td><td>Follow the official conversion procedure certified by the institution<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>University provides CGPA\/Grades but no conversion scheme<\/td><td>Percentage = (CGPA \u00f7 Maximum CGPA) \u00d7 100<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If your institution provides both CGPA and percentage, use the certified conversion procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When no conversion scheme is defined, divide your CGPA by the maximum CGPA and multiply by 100.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates must present official proof of the conversion method at the time of verification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Correct calculation of marks ensures your qualification for CAT exam is valid and accepted by IIMs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Exam_Eligibility_Reservation_Criteria\"><\/span>CAT Exam Eligibility: Reservation Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As per Government of India norms, IIMs follow strict reservation in CAT exam eligibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Percentage of Seats Reserved<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scheduled Caste (SC)<\/td><td>15%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scheduled Tribe (ST)<\/td><td>7.5%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Other Backward Classes \u2013 NC-OBC<\/td><td>27%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)<\/td><td>Up to 10%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)<\/td><td>5%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All candidates must upload valid caste or disability certificates in the prescribed format during registration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No change in category is allowed after CAT registration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-palette-color-8-color has-palette-color-1-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-945050b435ed95adbac7d3e22283ff76\"><strong>Best Offline Coaching Programs for CAT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/jaipur\/cat-coaching\">CAT Coaching in Jaipur<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/nagpur\/cat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Coaching in Nagpur<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/mumbai\/cat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Coaching in Mumbai<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/bhopal\/cat-coaching\">CAT Coaching in Bhopal<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/jodhpur\/cat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Coaching in Jodhpur<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/gwalior\/cat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Coaching in Gwalior<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Eligibility_Criteria_for_PwD_Candidates\"><\/span>CAT Eligibility Criteria for PwD Candidates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>CAT exam eligibility reserves 5% seats for PwD candidates. A \u201cPerson with Benchmark Disability\u201d means at least 40% disability certified by the competent authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Support such as scribe facility and wheelchair access can be availed by eligible candidates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category of Disability (RPwD Act 2016)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Eligibility Condition<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Blindness &amp; Low Vision<\/td><td>Eligible with valid certificate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deaf &amp; Hard of Hearing<\/td><td>Eligible with valid certificate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Locomotor Disability (e.g., cerebral palsy, dwarfism, acid attack victims)<\/td><td>Eligible with valid certificate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Autism, Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness<\/td><td>Eligible with valid certificate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Multiple Disabilities (combination of above)<\/td><td>Eligible with valid certificate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Other \u201cspecified disabilities\u201d in RPwD Act<\/td><td>Eligible with valid certificate<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-palette-color-8-color has-palette-color-1-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-aac1fd40975f7c730e0fdd4e6c27cb62\"><strong>Practice with CAT PYQs:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Previous Year Papers<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2025-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2025 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2024-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2024 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2023-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2023 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2022-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2022 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2021-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2021 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2020-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2020 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/previous-year-papers\/2019-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT 2019 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAT_Exam_Eligibility_Verification_by_IIMs\"><\/span>CAT Exam Eligibility Verification by IIMs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>IIMs carefully verify eligibility for CAT examination at multiple stages. Candidates must produce original mark sheets, certificates, and attested copies at the time of interview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Stage<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Documents Required<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interview Shortlisting<\/td><td>Mark sheets, caste\/disability certificates, degree\/provisional certificates<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Final Selection<\/td><td>Original degree certificates, mark sheets of all semesters, valid reservation documents<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>For Final-Year Students<\/td><td>Certificate from Principal\/Registrar stating graduation requirements completed<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Final-year students must submit degree proof by December 31, 2026, else admission will be cancelled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Failure to produce valid caste\/EWS\/PwD certificates during verification leads to rejection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Even after admission, if false information is detected, it can result in cancellation of candidature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle\/?utm_source=SEO&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=cat-exam-eligibility\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"299\" src=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle-1024x299.webp\" alt=\"free ipmat notes bundle\" class=\"wp-image-5373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle-1024x299.webp 1024w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle-300x88.webp 300w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle-768x224.webp 768w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle-1536x448.webp 1536w, https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-ipmat-notes-bundle.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-palette-color-8-color has-palette-color-1-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-df3de52db16e95369d1929416d96a7fa\"><strong>Explore the detailed CLAT Exam analysis here:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-analysis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Exam Analysis<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-analysis\/slot-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Slot 1 Exam Analysis<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-analysis\/slot-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Slot 2 Exam Analysis<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lptedtech.com\/blog\/cat\/exam-analysis\/slot-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAT Slot 3 Exam Analysis<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_About_CAT_Eligibility_Criteria_2026\"><\/span>FAQs About CAT Eligibility Criteria 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759215882051\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Who is eligible for CAT exam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Anyone with a bachelor\u2019s degree from a recognized university with at least 50% marks (45% for SC\/ST\/PwD) is eligible for CAT.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759215905985\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I give CAT exam after 12th?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. You must complete or be in the final year of a bachelor\u2019s degree to meet the eligibility for CAT examination.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759215922401\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the CAT exam age limit?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There is no minimum or maximum age limit for CAT.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759215939317\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How many attempts for CAT are allowed?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There is no attempt limit. You can take CAT as many times as you want.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759215955735\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the CAT exam qualifying marks in graduation?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">For General, EWS, and NC-OBC categories: 50%. For SC\/ST\/PwD: 45%.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759215972884\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are final-year students eligible for CAT?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, final-year bachelor\u2019s degree students can apply. They must provide a certificate from their Principal\/Registrar confirming completion of requirements.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759215990334\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What if I don\u2019t complete graduation requirements on time?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Your provisional admission will be cancelled if you fail to submit degree proof by December 31, 2026.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759216006984\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can diploma holders apply for CAT exam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. A diploma alone is not sufficient. You need a full bachelor\u2019s degree or professional qualification.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759216026784\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is work experience required for CAT eligibility?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. Work experience is not mandatory. Both freshers and experienced candidates can apply.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759216049984\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does 12th marks matter in CAT eligibility?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. CAT eligibility depends on your bachelor\u2019s degree. 12th marks may, however, be considered by individual IIMs during admission.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759216070266\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I need a master\u2019s degree for CAT?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. A bachelor\u2019s degree is sufficient to meet the CAT exam eligibility criteria.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759216086550\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can distance learning graduates apply for CAT?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, provided the university is recognized by UGC or Government of India.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1759216109700\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I need to upload certificates while registering?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. 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