The CMAT 2026 test is scheduled for January 2026. Every year, the NTA administers the computer-based CMAT exam to applicants for MBA and PGDM programs at universities and institutions that have received AICTE approval. The CMAT score is accepted by more than 1300 MBA colleges in India for admission to PGDM and MBA programs. JBIMS, KJ Somaiaya, Prin LN Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research, Great Lakes Institute of Management, KIIT School of Management, Amity University, BIMTECH, Goa Institute of Management, Xavier Institute of Management and Research, and Gitam School of Management are a few of the top colleges that accept CMAT scores.
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CMAT 2026 Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Starts | Second week of November 2025 |
| Registration Ends | Last week of December 2025 |
| Fee Payment Window Closes | Last week of December 2025 |
| Form Correction Window | Last week of December 2025 |
| City Intimation Slip | Third week of January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Third week of January 2026 |
| CMAT 2026 Exam Date | Fourth week of January 2026 |
| Answer Key Challenge | Fourth week of January 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Second week of February 2026 |
CMAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university
- Final year students of bachelor’s degree can apply
- No age limit
- Only passing marks in graduation required
- Note: Colleges may require 50% (45% for reserved categories)
CMAT 2026 Application Process
- Visit CMAT official website
- Click on registration link for CMAT 2026
- Fill in personal details and create login ID
- Log in and upload required documents
- Select 4 test cities in preference order
- Pay application fee online
CMAT 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC-NCL (Male) | INR 2,500 |
| Female / Reserved Categories / Third Gender | INR 1,250 |
CMAT 2026 Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Techniques & DI | 20 |
| Logical Reasoning | 20 |
| Language Comprehension | 20 |
| General Awareness | 20 |
| Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
- Mode: Computer-based test
- Duration: 180 minutes
- 4 marks per correct answer, -1 for incorrect
- Total Marks: 400
CMAT 2026 Syllabus – Key Topics
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| Quant & DI | Algebra, TSD, Geometry, Graphs, Equations |
| Logical Reasoning | Series, Blood Relation, Matrix, Puzzles |
| Language Comprehension | Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Parajumbles |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Economy, Business, Politics |
| Innovation & Entrepreneurship | Startup and innovation related concepts |
CMAT 2026 Admit Card
- Released in third week of January 2026
- Available on CMAT-NTA official website
- Download using application number and DOB
CMAT 2026 Answer Key
- Released 3-5 days post exam
- Includes response sheet and answer key
- Objection fee: INR 200 per question
CMAT 2026 Result
- Declared 10 days after answer key
- Download from CMAT-NTA website using login
- Scorecard includes total and sectional scores
CMAT 2026 Cut Offs – Expected
| College | Expected Percentile |
|---|---|
| JBIMS, Mumbai | 99.9 |
| Goa Institute of Management | 95-99 |
| KJ Somaiya | 95-99 |
| SIMSREE, Mumbai | 99 |
| Great Lakes, Chennai | 95-99 |
| XISS, Ranchi | 95 |
| Welingkar, Mumbai | 85 |
| IFMR, Chennai | 85 |
Top MBA Colleges Accepting CMAT Score
- JBIMS, Mumbai
- Great Lakes, Chennai
- Goa Institute of Management
- KJ Somaiya Institute, Mumbai
- XIME, Bangalore
- NL Dalmia, Mumbai
- Christ University, Bangalore
- KIIT School of Management
- IMT Hyderabad
Previous Year CMAT Cut Offs
| Colleges Accepting CMAT Score | Previous Year CMAT Cut Off |
|---|---|
| Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS) | 99.92 percentile |
| Goa Institute of Management | 99.85 percentile |
| K J Somaiya Institute of Management | 99.20 percentile |
| Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai | 99.06 percentile |
| Xavier Institute of Social Service, Ranchi | 95 percentile |
| IFIM Business School, Bangalore | 85 percentile |
| Asia-Pacific Institute of Management | 85 percentile |
| Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida | 82 percentile |
| BIMTECH, Greater Noida | 75 percentile |
| BIT, Mesra | 75 percentile |
| DY Patil School of Management, Pune | 75 percentile |
| XIME, Bangalore | 75 percentile |
| Christ University Institute of Management | 70 percentile |
| WeSchool Mumbai | 70 percentile |
| WeSchool Bangalore | 70 percentile |
| IMS Ghaziabad | 70 percentile |
| D Y Patil University School of Management | 70 percentile |
| Jagannath International Management School (JIMS) | 70 percentile |
| Universal Business School | 70 percentile |
| NSB Academy | 70 percentile |
| KIIT School of Management (KSOM), Bhubaneswar | 80 percentile |
| Alliance School of Business | 75 percentile |
| Indus Business Academy, Bangalore | 60 percentile |
| Indira Institute of Management (IIMP) | 70 percentile |
| SRM Institute of Science and Technology | 80 percentile |
| Amrita School of Business, Bangalore | 80 percentile |
| AIMS Institute of Management Studies | 70 percentile |
| Accurate Group of Institutions | 70 percentile |
| SSN School of Management | 75 percentile |
| Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS) | 70 percentile |
| ISME, Bangalore | 60 percentile |
| VIT Business School, Vellore | 60 percentile |
CMAT 2025 Cut Offs (Expected): 90 Percentile and Above
| College | Expected Cut Off Percentile |
|---|---|
| JBIMS, Mumbai* | 99.90+ |
| Goa Institute of Management | 95-99 |
| K J Somaiya Institute of Management* | 95-99 |
| SIMSREE, Mumbai* | 99.00+ |
| Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai | 95-99 |
| University of Pune, Dept of Management Sciences* | 95-99 |
| Xavier Institute of Social Service, Ranchi | 95 |