Aspiring management students, take note! The CMAT 2026 registration window is open, but time is running out. You must complete your application by November 17, 2025. This crucial exam, the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT), is conducted nationwide by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
CMAT 2026 Dates and Eligibility
Registration opened on October 17, 2025. Ensure you apply before the deadline to avoid missing out. The fee payment window closes one day later, on November 18, 2025.
- Last Date to Apply: November 17, 2025
- Fee Payment Deadline: November 18, 2025
All graduates and final-year students qualify to apply for CMAT 2026. Candidates need a degree recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and a passing result.
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CMAT Application Process and Fees
The registration process for CMAT 2026 is entirely online. Candidates should follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official CMAT-NTA website.
- Click ‘Registration for CMAT 2026’.
- Select ‘New Registration’ and input personal details.
- Log in to complete the application form.
- Enter academic information and choose preferred test cities.
- Upload a photograph and signature.
- Pay the required application fee to finish.
You can pay the fee using debit/credit cards or net banking. CMAT application fees vary by category:
| Category | CMAT Fee (INR) |
| General (Male) | 2500 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Women/Transgender | 1250 |
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Exam Details
The CMAT 2026 notification was released on October 17, 2025. Significantly, the exam pattern and syllabus remain consistent with previous years. The NTA will declare the exam date soon after the registration period concludes.
