Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026
National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the CMAT to evaluate the ability of candidates across various segments like Quantitative Technique, Logical Reasoning, Language Comprehension, and General Awareness, for admission to Management Programmes.
1. Important Schedule Info
- Application Window: March-April 2026.
- CBT Exam Date: Expected mid-May 2026.
- Shift Details: Traditionally conducted in a single shift.
2. Selection Mechanics
The CMAT score is accepted by all AICTE-approved Institutions/University Departments/Constituent Colleges/Affiliated Colleges. Candidates must independently apply to these management institutions based on their CMAT valid scorecard.
3. Exam Official Sites
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Information Bulletin | NTA Exams Portal |
| Apply Link | Register Here |
4. Test Blueprint
The paper consists of 100 questions (400 Marks) spanning 180 Minutes.
- Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation
- Logical Reasoning
- Language Comprehension
- General Awareness
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
[!TIP] Each correct answer awards +4 marks. An incorrect answer leads to a -1 mark penalty.
Important Dates
Exam Timeline
Eligibility Criteria
No Age Limit
Bachelor's Degree in any discipline
No Limit
How to Apply
Follow this step-by-step guide to fill the CMAT 2026 application form correctly.
Documents Required
- Scanned Passport Size Photo (20-50kb, JPG)
- Scanned Signature (10-20kb, JPG)
- Class 10th & 12th Marksheets
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
Syllabus & Pattern
Download Official Syllabus
The detailed syllabus and exam pattern are available in the official notification PDF.
Download Notification PDF