The Commissioner of Entrance Examinations, Kerala (CEE), opened applications for the Kerala Management Aptitude Test (KMAT) 2026 on December 22, 2025 . Candidates must apply online at cee.kerala.gov.in by January 15, 2026 . The KMAT 2026 exam is scheduled for January 25, 2026 , serving as a gateway for postgraduate management and computer application programs in Kerala.
KMAT Kerala is a state-level entrance examination. It provides admission to postgraduate (PG) programs including Master of Business Administration (MBA), Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), and Master of Computer Applications (MCA) courses across various institutions in Kerala for the 2025-26 academic year. This standardized test assesses aptitude for management studies.
KMAT 2026 Application Details
The application window remains open for a limited period. All prospective candidates must complete their online submissions before the closing deadline of January 15, 2026 . Late applications will not be accepted. The CEE conducts this online, computer-based test (CBT) annually to streamline admissions into management and computer application courses.
| Overview | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | KMAT 2026 |
| Exam Name | Kerala Management Aptitude Test |
| Conducting Body | Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala |
| Academic Year | 2025-26 |
| Official Website | cee.kerala.gov.in |
| Level | Postgraduate (PG) Programmes |
| Programmes Offered | MBA, PGDM, MCA |
| Exam Mode | Online, Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Date | January 25, 2026 |
| Application Last Date | January 15, 2026 |
Important Dates for KMAT 2026
Candidates must adhere strictly to the KMAT 2026 examination cycle dates. Missing any deadline, particularly the application submission, will result in disqualification from the process. The current application window provides approximately three weeks for full registration. Admit card details will be released later by the CEE for eligible candidates.
- KMAT registration began: December 22, 2025
- Last date to register: January 15, 2026 , until 4 PM
- Admit card release date: To be announced (TBA)
- KMAT Kerala 2026 Exam: January 25, 2026
Application Fee
Application fees vary based on the candidate’s category. General category applicants are required to pay an amount of INR 1,000. Candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category have a reduced fee of INR 500. No specific fee is currently listed for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates within the provided information from CEE.
How to Apply for KMAT Kerala 2026
Applicants must follow a precise, multi-step online procedure to submit their KMAT Kerala 2026 forms. This process ensures all required personal, academic, and identification details, along with necessary documents, are correctly provided. Candidates should access the official CEE Kerala portal directly to begin their application without delay.
- Visit the official website:cee.kerala.gov.in.
- Click the ‘KMAT 2026 – Application Portal (Session 1)’ link.
- Enter required details in the registration form to create an account.
- Log in using the generated application number and password.
- Pay the online application fee through the designated payment gateway.
- Review the filled form and submit the initial application.
- Download the confirmation page and click ‘Go to Next Step’.
- Upload a passport-size photograph and digitally scanned signature.
- Choose the preferred exam centre from the available options.
- Carefully review the complete application form once more.
- Click ‘Submit’ to finalize the application.
A direct link to the KMAT 2026 application portal is available on the CEE Kerala website for convenience.