The National Testing Agency (NTA) has commenced the registration process for the CMAT 2026 examination, a national entrance test for admission to Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs across India. Prospective candidates can submit their applications online starting from October 17, 2025 , with the deadline for form submission set for November 17, 2025 .
The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a single examination recognized by over 1300 MBA colleges nationwide. All institutions approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) accept CMAT scores for their management programs.
Registration and Key Dates
The registration window for CMAT 2026 is open for approximately one month. Candidates must complete their application form by the specified deadline. The last date to submit the application fee is November 18, 2025 .
Following the application period, a form correction window will be available for two days, from November 20 to November 21, 2025 . During this time, applicants can edit specific details in their submitted forms. Dates for city intimation, admit card downloads, and the actual examination will be announced later by the NTA.
| CMAT 2026 Event | CMAT 2026 Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Submission | 17 October 2025 to 17 November 2025 (until 11:50 PM) |
| Application Fee Submission Deadline | 18 November 2025 (until 11:50 PM) |
| Form Correction Window | 20-21 November 2025 |
| City Intimation | To be announced |
| Admit Card Download | To be announced |
| CMAT 2026 Exam Date | To be announced |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates seeking to appear for the CMAT 2026 examination must hold a graduation degree from a recognized university. Students currently in their final year of graduation are also eligible to apply for the test. There are no age restrictions for appearing in the CMAT exam.
Examination Structure and Syllabus
The CMAT 2026 exam maintains the same pattern as the previous year. It assesses candidates across five key sections:
- Quantitative Technique and Data Interpretation
- Logical Reasoning
- Language Comprehension
- General Awareness
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship
The syllabus for each section includes important chapters and topics relevant to management aptitude. Detailed syllabus information is available on the official NTA CMAT website.
How to Apply
Applicants must register and fill out the CMAT 2026 application form online. The application process involves several steps:
- Visit the official CMAT-NTA website:https://cmat.nta.nic.in/
- Click on the ‘Registration for CMAT 2026’ link.
- Select ‘New Registration’ and follow the instructions to create a unique registration ID.
- Log in using the newly created credentials to access the CMAT application form.
- Fill in all required personal details, educational qualifications, and contact information.
- Choose preferred test cities from the available options.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph and a scanned signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the CMAT application fee through the available online payment modes.
- Submit the completed application form and print a copy for future reference.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official CMAT-NTA website for further updates regarding exam city allotments, admit card release, and the final examination date.