The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially begun the registration process for the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT 2026) today. Candidates aspiring for admission to AICTE-affiliated management programmes can now register for the CMAT 2026 exam on the official websites.
The last date to register for the CMAT 2026 exam is November 17, 2025, while the online payment window will remain open until November 18, 2025. The exam date for CMAT 2026 will be announced soon by NTA.
About CMAT 2026 Examination
The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to MBA, PGDM, and other management programmes in AICTE-approved institutions across India.
The CMAT 2026 exam will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode, assessing candidates’ analytical, verbal, and problem-solving abilities across key sections. The question paper will include 100 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 800 marks.
The CMAT 2026 question paper will test candidates on the following subjects:
- Quantitative Technique and Data Interpretation
- Logical Reasoning
- Language Comprehension
- General Awareness
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
CMAT 2026 Application Fees
Candidates must pay the CMAT 2026 registration fee online through debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking. The fee structure is as follows:
- General (Male): ₹2,500
- Female Candidates: ₹1,250
- Gen-EWS / SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender: ₹1,250
Only candidates who successfully complete the payment process will have their application forms accepted.
CMAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The NTA CMAT 2026 eligibility criteria remain the same as in previous years. Candidates must fulfill the following conditions:
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Final-year students whose results will be declared before the start of the 2026–27 academic session are also eligible to apply.
- Candidates must be citizens of India.
- No upper age limit has been prescribed for appearing in CMAT 2026.
In the previous edition, 74,012 candidates registered for the exam, out of which 63,145 appeared, recording an attendance rate of 85.32%.
How to Apply for CMAT 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit the official website
- Click on the link for “CMAT 2026 Registration” and read the detailed instructions.
- Click on “Proceed to fill application form”.
- Fill in personal, contact, and academic details carefully.
- Create a secure password using the required character combinations.
- Upload the following scanned documents:
- Photograph
- Signature
- Disability/Scribe certificates
- Pay the application fee online and review all details before final submission.
- Download the confirmation page and keep a printout for future reference.
The CMAT 2026 registration marks the beginning of another opportunity for MBA and management aspirants to secure admission in some of India’s top AICTE-approved business schools. Candidates are advised to complete their registration before November 17 and stay updated on the official NTA website for announcements regarding the CMAT 2026 exam date, admit card, and result schedule.
With its broad eligibility criteria, transparent evaluation, and nationwide recognition, the CMAT exam continues to be one of India’s most sought-after MBA entrance tests, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
