NTA Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 | Online Form, Dates, Eligibility, Fees & Official Links
Overview
The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 is a national-level MBA/PG management entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission into AICTE-approved management programs across India. NTA has released the CMAT 2026 application form, and candidates must complete the online registration process before the extended deadline. CMAT scores are widely accepted by business schools for admission into programs like MBA / PGDM / PG Courses for the academic session 2026-27.
Click “New Registration” and complete the sign-up form.
Fill in personal, academic and contact details.
Upload scanned photograph & signature per specifications.
Pay the exam fee online before last date.
Submit and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Exam Pattern (Key Highlights)
Mode: Computer Based Test (Online)
Duration: 180 Minutes (3 Hours)
Sections: • Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation • Logical Reasoning • Language Comprehension • General Awareness • Innovation & Entrepreneurship (General CMAT pattern; check official bulletin for detailed marks/sections)
Admission Details
CMAT 2026 scores are used by many AICTE-approved management institutes and B-schools across India for admission into MBA / PGDM / PG management programs for the 2026-27 session. Selection typically involves CMAT score + group discussion / personal interview depending on the institute.
Scholarship Details
CMAT itself does not provide scholarships, but many participating institutes offer merit-based scholarships or fee waivers based on entrance scores, academic performance, or specific criteria set by the institute.
