NTA CMAT Notification 2026 – Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Syllabus
NTA CMAT 2026 – Exam Summary
What is CMAT Exam?
The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for students to get admission in management program (MBA/PGDM) programs in AICTE-approved institutions across India. It is a computer-based online test that evaluates candidates on quantitative techniques, logical reasoning, language comprehension, general awareness, and innovation and entrepreneurship.
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Out | 17-10-2025 |
| Starting Date | 17-10-2025 |
| Last Date | 24-11-2025 11:50 PM (Extended) |
| Fees Last Date | 25-11-2025 11:50 PM (Extended) |
| Correction Date | 26-28 Nov 2025 (Revised) |
| Written Exam Date | Will be notified later |
| Exam Admit Card | Few Days before exam |
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Age Limit
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years. |
| Maximum Age | No Upper Age Limit |
| Age Limit as on | November 2025 (Tentative) |
Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (Male) | Application Fee (Female) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | Rs. 2500/- | Rs. 1250/- |
| Gen-EWS/ SC/ST/PwD /OBC-(NCL) | Rs. 1250/- | Rs. 1250/- |
| Third Gender | Rs. 1250/- | Rs. 1250/- |
- Payment options: You can pay the exam fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI Mode.
NTA CMAT 2026 – Eligibility
Eligibility criteria for NTA CMAT 2026 registration is as follows:
| Exam Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| NTA CMAT Admission Exam 2026 | Passed / Appearing Final Year in Bachelor Degree in Any Stream. Nore: Candidates appearing for the final year of their Bachelor’s Degree, whose result will be declared before the commencement of admission for the academic year 2024-25, can also apply for CMAT 2026. |
NTA CMAT 2026 – Exam Pattern
This is a single exam to take admission in MBA or PGDM, it will be of 400 marks with a total of 100 questions. Here is the complete exam pattern
- Exam Mode: CBT (Computer Based Test).
- Total Marks: 400.
- No. of Questions: 100.
- Exam Duration: 180 minutes (3 Hours).
- Marking Scheme: There will be a negative marking of 1/4th, 1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
- Exam Language: The exam will be conducted in English language only.
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation | 20 | 80 |
| Logical Reasoning | 20 | 80 |
| Language Comprehension | 20 | 80 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 80 |
| Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 20 | 80 |
| Total | 100 | 400 |
| Total | 100 | 400 |
NTA CMAT 2026 – Syllabus
The CMAT 2026 syllabus helps candidates understand what to study and focus on the right topics to prepare effectively for the exam. Candidates must check the complete syllabus and prepare accordingly. Here is the complete syllabus for NTA CMAT 2026:
| Subjects | Topics |
| Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation |
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| Logical Reasoning |
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| Language Comprehension |
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| CMAT General Awareness Syllabus |
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NTA CMAT 2026 – Exam Centre
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the CMAT Exam across 110 cities throughout India. Candidates can choose the preferred exam cities while filling out the NTA CMAT 2026 application form.
I’ve compiled the complete list of NTA CMAT exam centres in a PDF file for your convenience — you can download / view it here.
How to Apply
Here is a step-by-step guide for “How to apply NTA CMAT 2026 Online Form”:
- Registration: Click on the Apply-Now button below in the Important Links Section then on the next page click on “New Registratrion”, check the instruction and proceed to next page. Register using any of the given method. Verify OTP and fill in the registration details on next page. Note You Application ID.
- Receive Credentials: After successful registration, you will receive a password via SMS on your registered mobile number and a user ID via email.
- Form Fill up: Fill in the required details, verify the E-Mail and complete the payment.
- Submit Application: Preview the application form and final submit the form
- Take printout of application from after submission and/or else save as pdf.
Important Links:
| Content Type | Content Link |
|---|---|
| Fill Registration Form | Apply-Now |
| Official Notification | Download |
| CMAT Official Website | Click-Here |
| Join Telegram | Join-Telegram |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join-WhatsApp |
NTA CMAT 2026 – FAQs
What is the last date to apply for NTA CMAT 2026?
The last date for online registration is 24-11-2025.
When will the NTA CMAT 2026 Exam be conducted?
The exam date is yet to be notified.
Is there any correction window for the application form?
Yes, the correction window will be open from 26 to 28 Nov 2025.