What is CMAT Exam?

CMAT Exam 2026 is an internet based computer test that is designed to assess the business sense of the candidates. All AICTE-approved institutions across India accept scores of CMAT. It is expected that an average of 75000 candidates can take the test this year across 107 testing locations. There will likely be hundred MCQs spread across five sections on the CMAT entrance exam.

2026 CMAT Exam Important Dates

CMAT 2026 Eligibility

The 2026 eligibility criteria for CMAT exam are as follows-

• Academic Qualification - Bachelor degree in any area from a reputed university. Final-year candidates can also apply. No minimum percentage is required but some MBA colleges may require 45–50%.

• Age Conditions - There is no set age barrier for applicants.

• Nationality: This exam is only open to Indian students.

• Program- Specific Eligibility 

• Executive PGDM - Graduation plus minimum 5 years of experience

• PGCM - Graduation in any discipline

• PGDM or MBA - Bachelor’s degree in any discipline

Policy for Reservation

Central government colleges follow the reservation rules listed below-

Note - 

• Private colleges may follow different rules for reserved categories.

• State government colleges follow the reservation rules set by their respective states.

Top Colleges Accepting the CMAT Scores

CMAT Exam 2026 Registration 

Step 1 Online Registration

• Move and open the CMAT website in a new browser window.

• Use the link provided to complete your CMAT registration.

• Enter personal and contact details.

• Type in the OTP received on your mobile number and submit.

• You will be allotted a 12 digit application number.

Step 2 Finish the CMAT application

• Fill in your number of application and password that you have set in order to login.

• Enter your personal information, academic information and test city preferences.

• Verify all the entries and submit the form.

Step 3 Add Documents

• Upload a passport-sized photo, your signature and any applicable PwD certificates.

Step 4 Application Fee Payment

• Pay the fee for your application easily online through debit card Paytm, UPI, online banking or credit card.

• Ensure paying correct fee as per your category.

Step 5 Select Test City

• Choose up to 4 preferred test cities from the 124 available.

• Be careful once submitted the test city cannot be changed.

• The admit card will display the final test city and centre.

Documents required-

• Intermediate and high school mark sheets

• Graduation mark sheet

• Category certificate if applicable

• PwD/DA certificate if applicable

• Recent passport-size photo

• Signature on a plane white paper

Important points-

• Confirmation is generated only after fee payment.

• Verify everything one last time before submitting as changes cannot be made after submitted.

•  The following browser versions are suggested - Microsoft Edge v88–113, Google Chrome v88–113 and Mozilla Firefox v94–112.

•  Smartphones are not advised instead laptops or desktop computers should be utilised.

CMAT Exam Fees 2026

Exam Pattern for CMAT 2026 

• Mode - Computer-Based Test Online

• Time frame -  Three hours

• There are one hundred questions in all.

•  Answers that are right get a score of four while those that are wrong get a score of one.

CMAT 2026 Sectional Weightage

CMAT 2026 Syllabus

1. Logical Reasoning Syllabus 

2. Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation Syllabus 

3. Language Comprehension Syllabus 

4. Innovation and Entrepreneurship Syllabus 

5. General Awareness Syllabus 

2026 CMAT Admit Card 

How to Get the Admit Card for 2026 CMAT?

1. Go to the CMAT official site- https://cmat.nta.nic.in/ 

2. Go to the 2026 CMAT Hall Ticket page.

3. Enter your DOBand Number of application.

4. Click "Submit" to enter.

5. Fill out the self-declaration form.

6. After downloading save the hall ticket of CMAT in PDF format.

Documents to Carry to the CMAT Testing Centre

Candidates need to present one of the following official forms of identification-

• Aadhar card

• ID card for Voters

• PAN card

• Drivers license

• Passport

• ID card for employees 

• ID card from the university or college

CMAT 2026 Answer Key and Result

How Can I Download My 2026 CMAT Answer Key? 

The National Testing Agency will release the 2026 CMAT answer key as a response sheet. Candidates will have 2–3 days to raise any objections if needed. To download it take these actions:

1. Go to https://cmat.nta.nic.in/ the official CMAT website. 

2. Select "Login" from the menu.

3. Enter your DOB, number of application and password.

4. The CMAT Exam 2026 key of answers will be available for download.

How Can I Get My 2026 CMAT Exam Results?

The official website allows candidates to view and download their 2026 CMAT results. Follow these steps -

1. Visit https://cmat.nta.nic.in/

2. Select the option for the CMAT 2026 Scorecard.

3. Fill in your password, number of application and DOB that you have set. 

CMAT Cutoff 2026

CMAT 2026 Admission Process

CMAT 2026 Counselling and Admission Process Dates

• CMAT Exam 2026 Result -  To be announced

• Merit List Release - To be announced

• Counselling Dates - To be announced

Steps in the 2026 CMAT Admission Process

Stage 1 - Results of the CMAT Exam

On the official CMAT website the results for the 2026 exam will be announced after which the test takers can download their exam scorecards. 

Stage 2 - Preparing the Merit List

The CMAT 2026 test results are used to create the list of merit for admission to management institutes.

Stage 3 - Group Discussion
Shortlisted candidates are called for the Group Discussion round at their chosen colleges. GD is a standard part of the admission process.

Stage 4 - Personal Interview & Writing Ability Test
The PI and WAT rounds will be attended by candidates who make it through the GD stage. These rounds assess a candidate’s communication, analytical and writing skills.

Stage 5 - Final Admission
The last intake is offered on the basis of performance in GD, PI, WAT, academic background and work experience if applicable. Shortlisted candidates will be offered admission and have to pay the fee within the stipulated time frame to secure their seats.

Documents Required During CMAT 2026 Admission

Applicants should bring the following documents with them during the admission process -

• Date of Birth Certificate

• Class 10 Marksheet

• Class 12 Marksheet

• CMAT Exam Scorecard

• CMAT Exam Admit Card

• Permanent Address Proof

• Valid Government ID Proof

• Caste/PwD Certificate if applicable

• ECA Certificates or Proof of Recognition