CMAT Registration 2026: Application begins at cmat.nta.nic.in; know key dates 

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CMAT 2026: Key Dates

The last date to submit applications is November 17, 2025, while the deadline for fee payment is November 18, 2025. A correction window will be available from November 20 to November 21, 2025, allowing applicants to make necessary edits to their submitted forms. The exam serves as a gateway for admission to management programmes for the academic session 2026–27.

CMAT 2026 Registration: Steps to apply

Step 1: Go to the CMAT official website — exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT

Step 2: Click on the link — Registration for CMAT 2026

Step 3: On the next window, click on “New Registration”

Step 4: Process as directed and fill in the personal details, including name, address and education qualification

Step 5: Upload the required documents

Step 6: Pay the application fee

Step 7: Submit the application form

CMAT 2026 Registration: Application fees

– Male candidates belonging to the unreserved category must pay an application fee of Rs 2,500.

– Female, transgender, and reserved category candidates are required to pay a fee of Rs 1,250.

The CMAT 2026 question paper will comprise questions from quantitative technique, logical reasoning, language comprehension and general awareness.

The question paper will also have an optional section – innovation and entrepreneurship. The CMAT score will be accepted by all AICTE-approved institutions, university departments, constituent colleges and affiliated colleges.

Candidates facing any issues or having queries while filling out the application form can reach out to the helpdesk by calling 011-40759000 or by emailing cmat@nta.ac.in. For additional information and updates, they are advised to regularly visit the official NTA website at cmat.nta.nic.in.