CMAT 2026 – Common Management Admission Test

National Testing Agency (NTA) National Level PG Online Management

Exam Date 07 Feb 2027

Sudeshna Chakrabarti Updated on 03-Oct-2026

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CMAT 2026, or the Common Management Admission Test 2026, is a national-level management entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to management programmes in India.

CMAT scores are accepted by AICTE-approved institutions, university departments, constituent colleges and affiliated colleges offering management programmes. CMAT 2026 was conducted for admission to the academic session 2026–27.

The examination was conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. CMAT evaluates candidates in Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Language Comprehension, General Awareness, and Innovation & Entrepreneurship.

CMAT 2026 was conducted on January 25, 2026, in a single shift from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. NTA reported that 53,453 candidates registered and 41,872 candidates appeared for the examination.

CMAT Important Dates

Event	Date	Status
Exam Date	07 Feb 2027	Upcoming

Frequently Asked Questions

CMAT (Common Management Admission Test) is a national-level entrance examination for admission to management programmes such as MBA and PGDM in India. It is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

Candidates must generally hold a recognized bachelor's degree in any discipline. Final-year bachelor's degree students who will complete their degree within the prescribed period may also be eligible. Candidates should check the official CMAT 2026 eligibility requirements for the applicable conditions.

CMAT scores are accepted by AICTE-approved institutions, university departments, constituent colleges and affiliated colleges that participate in CMAT-based admissions. Each institution may have its own eligibility, cutoff and selection criteria.

No. A valid CMAT score does not guarantee admission. Candidates must apply separately to participating institutions and satisfy their respective cutoff, eligibility and selection requirements, which may include group discussions, personal interviews or other selection stages.

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