CMAT 2026 Registration Open: Complete Guide to Apply Online

Dreaming of an affordable MBA pathway this year? CMAT 2026 is your national-level, computer‑based entrance test conducted by NTA that opens doors to 1000+ AICTE‑approved MBA/PGDM colleges across India, and registrations are live till November 17, 2025. 

Complete your online application with our easy guide, verify eligibility, know the exact fees, and master the exam pattern to boost your MBA admission chances.

CMAT 2026 Registration Open
Event
Date
Registration Start Date
October 17, 2025
Registration Last Date
November 17, 2025 (11:50 PM)
Fee Payment Last Date
November 18, 2025 (11:50 PM)
Correction Window
November 20-22, 2025
Admit Card Release
To be announced (Expected: January 2026)
Exam Date (Expected)
January 25, 2026
Result Declaration
February 2026 (Expected)

So basically, you have less than a month to complete your CMAT online registration process. That gives you approximately three months to prepare once you register – a decent timeline for serious aspirants!

CMAT Registration Fees 2026

Category
Gender
Application Fee
General (UR)
Male
₹2,500
General (UR)
Female
₹1,250
Gen-EWS / OBC (NCL)
Male
₹1,250
Gen-EWS / OBC (NCL)
Female
₹1,250
SC / ST / PwD
Male/Female
₹1,250
Third Gender
-₹1,250

Filling the CMAT registration form is super simple. Here's your complete guide: 

  • Step 1: Visit cmat.nta.nic.in and click "New Candidates Register Here"

  • Step 2: Fill in personal details (name, DOB, parents' names, mobile, email) and verify with OTP

  • Step 3: Upload a photograph (10-200 KB) and signature (10-50 KB) in JPG format

  • Step 4: Fill in educational qualifications and choose 4 preferred exam cities

  • Step 5: Pay registration fee online (UPI/Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card)

  • Step 6: Download and save the confirmation page

Keep these documents ready before starting your application

Document
Format
File Size
Requirements
Passport-size Photo
JPG/JPEG
10-200 KB
80% face visible, white background, no sunglasses
Signature
JPG/JPEG
10-50 KB
Black/blue ink on white paper
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
PDF
50-300 KB
Valid disability certificate
Scribe Documents (if applicable)
PDF
50-300 KB
Qualification & undertaking

Make sure your photograph is recent and clear – NTA is strict about photo specifications

CMAT 2026 features 5 sections with 100 MCQs in 180 minutes; marking scheme: +4 for each correct answer, -1 for wrong, 0 for unattempted.

Section
Questions
Marks
Language Comprehension
20
80
Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation
20
80
Logical Reasoning
20
80
General Awareness
20
80
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
20
80
Total
100 400

If you face any technical issues during CMAT form submission:

Contact Method
Details
Timing
Email
cmat@nta.ac.in
Anytime
Phone
011-40759000 / 011-69227700
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Website
cmat.nta.nic.in
24/7

The clock is ticking, and your dream MBA journey begins with this one simple step. Register today, prepare smart, and ace that exam! All the best! 🎯