CMAT 2026 registration has now been extended until November 24, 2025, while the fee payment window will remain open until November 25, 2025. Previously, the application deadline was November 17, 2025.
The CMAT 2026 exam notification was released on 17th October 2025. According to the official announcement, the CMAT 2026 application process begins. The exam date is yet to be announced. CMAT 2026 will be conducted online (computer-based) across more than 100 cities in India and will be held in two sessions. The last date to register for CMAT 2026 is 24th November 2025. Find complete details about CMAT 2026, including the application process, syllabus, exam pattern, eligibility criteria, fees, cut-offs, and more.
What is CMAT?
The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the NTA for admission to MBA and PGDM programs offered by AICTE-approved institutions. It assesses candidates across five key sections and is considered one of the relatively easier management entrance exams in India.
Key Features of the CMAT Exam:
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Conducted once a year in computer-based (CBT) mode
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Total duration of three hours with no sectional time limits
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Accepted by over 1,300 B-schools across India
How many times is CMAT held in a year?
CMAT is conducted once annually by the NTA. Based on past trends, the exam typically takes place in the first or second week of January. It is a computer-based test featuring 100 questions across five sections, to be completed in 3 hours:
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CMAT 2026 Important Dates
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the CMAT 2026 notification, and the registration process for the exam has now begun. The CMAT 2026 exam is expected to be held in the third week of January 2026, with the exact date to be announced later. Candidates aspiring to pursue MBA programs through CMAT 2026 must apply online at the official CMAT-NTA website. Below are the important dates and events for CMAT 2026.
CMAT 2026 Important Dates
| Event |
Date / Details |
| Online Submission of Application Form |
17 October 2025 to 17 November 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Last Date for Submission of Application Fees |
24 November 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Correction in Particulars of Application Form |
20–21 November 2025 |
| Announcement of the City of Examination |
To be announced on website |
| Downloading of Admit Cards from NTA Website |
To be announced on website |
| Date of Examination |
To be announced on website |
| Duration |
180 minutes (03:00 Hrs) |
| Timing of Examination |
To be announced on website |
| Language of the Paper |
English Only |
| Official Website(s) |
https://cmat.nta.nic.in/
https://nta.ac.in |
CMAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before completing the application form, candidates are encouraged to ensure they meet the CMAT 2026 eligibility criteria:
- Nationality: Applicants must be Indian citizens.
- Age Criteria: There is no specified age limit for the CMAT 2026 exam.
- Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Appearing: Students currently in the final year of their undergraduate program, with results expected before the commencement of the admission process, are also eligible to apply.
CMAT 2026 Registration
CMAT 2026 Registration Process
The CMAT 2026 application is entirely online, and candidates need to register through the official NTA website. Follow these steps to complete your registration:
Step 1: Visit the official NTA-CMAT website: https://exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT/
Step 2: Click on the “New Registration” option and enter your name, date of birth, email ID, and phone number.
Step 3: Create your CMAT account and user ID by verifying registration through OTP/email.
Step 4: Complete the CMAT 2026 application form by providing personal and academic details.
Step 5: Upload a passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the prescribed format.
Step 6: Pay the registration fee using a credit/debit card or internet banking.
CMAT 2026 Application Fee
The registration fee varies by category:
| Category |
CMAT Fee |
| General Male |
INR 2,500 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Female/Transgender |
INR 1,250 |
CMAT 2026 Test Centres and Cities
While filling the application form, candidates can select up to four preferred cities for their CMAT test centre. The NTA will allot the centre based on the first preference and on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, candidates are advised to complete the application and fee payment at the earliest to secure their preferred test city.
CMAT 2026 Exam Pattern
Below is the comprehensive CMAT 2026 exam pattern:
- Mode of Exam: The exam will be conducted in online CBT (computer-based test) mode.
- Medium: Questions will be presented exclusively in the English language.
- Duration: Candidates will have a total of 3 hours to complete the exam.
- Type of Questions: The exam will feature Multiple Choice Type questions.
- Number of Questions: A total of 100 questions will be asked, with each section comprising 20 questions.
- Marking Scheme: Each correct answer will be awarded 4 marks.
- Negative Marking: There will be a penalty of 1 mark for each incorrect answer.
| Section |
No. of Question |
Maximum Marks |
| Logical Reasoning |
20 |
80 |
| General Awareness |
20 |
80 |
| Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation |
20 |
80 |
| Language Comprehension |
20 |
80 |
| Innovation & Entrepreneurship |
20 |
80 |
| Total |
100 |
400 |
Tip: In order to know better about the exam better and the marketing scheme, students should and\or expected to take the Online Trial Test. The trial test will give the students a clear picture of layout, design and navigation functionality for the CMAT 2026.
CMAT 2026 Syllabus
The CMAT 2026 syllabus encompasses various subjects including Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation, General Awareness, and Language Comprehension.
Each section carries an equal number of questions, underscoring the importance of thorough preparation across all subjects to achieve higher scores. Below are some topics included in the CMAT syllabus:
CMAT exam has 5 sections – Quantitative Techniques, English Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, General Awareness and Innovation & Entrepreneurship. The broad topics covered under the sections are as follows –
| Subjects |
Topics |
| Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation |
Speed, Time and Distance, Percentages, Averages, Ratio and Proportion, Profit, Tables, Bar Graphs, Line Charts, Venn Diagrams, Pie Chart, etc. |
| Logical Reasoning |
Logical Sequence, Data Structure, Number and Letter Series, Binary Logic, Direction sense, Clocks and Calendars, Puzzles, Syllogism, Seating Arrangement, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, etc. |
| Language Comprehension |
Reading comprehension, Passages, Sentence Correction, Jumbled Paragraphs, etc. |
| General Awareness |
Current Affairs of National and International Economy, Personalities in News, Indian Constitution, Sports News, Trade Awareness, Politics, History, Culture, Geography, Economics, Sports Science in everyday life. |
| Innovation and Entrepreneurship |
Important Events, Budget and Economic Survey, Business and Corporate affairs, New Investment and schemes, policies related to entrepreneurship and Business Promotion, Startups Ecosystem, Banking Regulation and Reforms, Internationals Organisations, General Economy, and Current Affairs. |
CMAT 2026 Admit Card
For graduate students, the CMAT 2026 exam is one of the most essential management exams. Candidates must put in a lot of effort and prepare mock tests. The admission card is the most significant document that will be required to take this exam. The admit card of the candidate is the only proof that the candidate has applied for the exam and has paid the fee as well.
In case the candidate forget to bring his or her admit card, the student will not be permitted to sit in th examination. At the examination centre, students are recommended to bring at least two printed copies of their admit card.
Only those applicants who have completed and submitted their applications by the deadline will be issued an admission card.
The candidates are required to follow the following steps to download their admit card.
- Go to the official website and click on the admit card download link.
- Required details like; username, password, email id, etc. need to be added
- On the screen, the candidate’s CMAT 2026 admission card will be displayed.
- Download admission card’ option will appear at the bottom of the screen, which the candidate must select.
It is also recommended that the candidate print out his or her admit card and present it when asked at the examination hall.
The candidate has the option of selecting one of three centers based on their preferences. The CMAT exam is held in several cities across India, and candidates can choose the location that is most convenient for them.
CMAT 2026 Result
The CMAT 2026 results are expected to be announced approximately 15-20 days after the exam. Candidates can access their CMAT result cum scorecard by logging in to the CMAT-NTA website using their respective login credentials. Here are the steps to download the CMAT scorecard cum result for 2026:
- Visit the official CMAT website: https://exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT/
- Click on the ‘CMAT-2026 scorecard’ tab.
- Enter your CMAT 2026 login details (application number and password or date of birth).
- Click on ‘Submit’ to access and download the CMAT scorecard.
The CMAT 2026 result cum scorecard will include candidate information along with their exam scores and percentile. It’s important to note that the scorecard will be available for download for a limited duration, so candidates are advised to download their results promptly upon release
CMAT Cutoff 2026
The anticipated CMAT 2026 cut-offs for leading MBA institutions are projected to range from 95 to 99 percentile. These cut-offs are established by the participating colleges to facilitate admissions for the upcoming MBA cohort. They represent the minimum score or percentile necessary for admission to MBA programs at institutions that accept CMAT scores. Each participating institute independently sets its CMAT cut-offs.
To secure admission, candidates must satisfy the minimum CMAT cut-off percentiles and successfully navigate through the selection process of their preferred institution. Admission procedures for MBA programs, based on CMAT 2026 cut-offs, will commence following the announcement of results.
The determination of CMAT cut-offs is influenced by several factors, including the difficulty level of the question paper for that specific year and the average pass rate of candidates. For MBA admissions in the 2026 cohort, each participating institution will establish the minimum CMAT 2026 cut-off scores, taking into account the following considerations:
- The total number of candidates taking the CMAT 2026 exam.
- The available seats at the institution.
- Previous years’ cut-offs for admissions.
- The overall pass percentage of CMAT 2026 candidates.
- The difficulty level of the CMAT question paper.
Furthermore, CMAT scores are recognised by all Maharashtra colleges and institutes participating in MAH CET CAP for MBA/MMS admissions. All India Category students interested in participating in MAH CET CAP can apply using their CMAT scores.
