CMAT 2026 Registration Closing Soon: Hurry Up and Apply Before the Deadline

The CMAT 2026 registration is expected to end on 25 December 2025. Candidates must complete their application form before this deadline to avoid missing the CLAT Registration. The Common Management Admission Test 2026 is a national-level management entrance exam conducted by NTA for admission to MBA and PGDM programs. The CMAT scores are accepted by more than 1,300 AICTE-approved management institutions across the country. Candidates who want to secure admission in top management colleges must mark their calendars and complete the registration process within the given timeframe.

Important Dates for CMAT 2026 Registration and Exam

How to Apply for CMAT 2026: Step-by-Step Registration Process

The following is the simple process to apply for the CMAT 2026 exam:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website: Go to the NTA CMAT official portal.

Step 2: Create an Account: New candidates need to register by providing basic details such as name, date of birth, contact number, and email ID to generate a login ID and password.

Step 3: Login and Fill Application Form: Now, complete the online application with personal, educational, and communication details.

Step 4: Submit Required Documents: Upload scanned photographs and signature as per the prescribed specifications.

Step 5: Pay Application Fee: Submit application fees online via net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI. The fee is INR 2,500 for general category male candidates and INR 1,250 for women, transgender, and reserved category candidates.

Step 6: Submit Form: Check the form before final submission and click in the submit button for final submission. After submission, candidates can make corrections if needed during the designated correction period in late December 2025.

CMAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Before registering, candidates must check if they meet the eligibility requirements:

• Candidates must hold a graduation degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university.

• Final-year graduation students are also eligible to apply.

• There is no age restriction for appearing in CMAT.

• Many participating colleges require a minimum score percentage of 45-55% in the qualifying exam.

CMAT 2026 Exam Pattern and Syllabus  

CMAT is a computer-based test designed to assess candidates on multiple parameters essential for management education. The exam pattern for 2026 is expected to remain the same as in previous years:

Importance of CMAT Scores and Accepted Colleges

CMAT is a gateway to admission in over 1,300 management institutes across India. Some of the top colleges accepting CMAT scores include:

• Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS), Mumbai

• KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research, Mumbai

• Prin LN Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research, Mumbai

• Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai

• KIIT School of Management, Bhubaneswar

• Amity University, multiple campuses

• BIMTECH, Greater Noida

• Goa Institute of Management (GIM)

• Xavier Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai

What After CMAT Registration?  

The CMAT 2026 admit cards are expected to be released around 20 January 2026. Candidates will be able to download and print their hall tickets from the official website. The exam is tentatively scheduled for 24 or 25 January 2026. On the exam day, it is important to arrive at the exam center early and carry a valid ID along with the admit card.

The results are likely to be announced by mid-February 2026, after which candidates can check and download their scorecards online. Following the results, many colleges will begin their counseling and admission processes, so it’s important for candidates to stay informed and apply on time.