The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a national-level computer-based entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to management programmes. CMAT scores are used by AICTE-approved institutions, university departments, constituent colleges and affiliated colleges for admission to management programmes.
| Full Name | Common Management Admission Test |
|---|---|
| Short Name | CMAT |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Exam Category | Management Entrance Examination |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Duration | 180 minutes |
| Total Questions | 100 questions |
| Maximum Marks | 400 marks |
| Number of Sections | 5 sections |
| Official Website | https://exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT/ |
| Bachelor Degree | Candidates must have a bachelor degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised university or institution. |
| Academic Discipline | Graduates in any discipline can apply for CMAT. |
| Final Year Students | Candidates appearing in the final year of their bachelor degree can apply subject to the official eligibility conditions. |
| Age Limit | There is no upper age limit for appearing in CMAT. |
| Nationality | The CMAT eligibility rules require candidates to meet the prescribed nationality requirements. |
| Minimum Graduation Marks | The qualifying percentage and other admission requirements may vary among participating management institutes. |
| Photograph | Recent photograph in the digital format specified by NTA. |
| Signature | Signature in the digital format specified by NTA. |
| Identity Details | Valid identity information is required during registration and examination. |
| Class X Details | Class X academic information may be required in the application. |
| Class XII Details | Class XII academic information may be required in the application. |
| Graduation Details | Graduation details are required for CMAT eligibility and application. |
| Category Certificate | Valid category documentation may be required during admission where applicable. |
| CMAT Score | NTA declares the CMAT result and score information after completion of the examination process. |
| CMAT Percentile | The CMAT percentile is used by participating management institutes as part of their admission process. |
| Score Card | Candidates can download their CMAT scorecard through the official NTA portal. |
| Admission | Candidates must separately participate in the admission process of the management institutes accepting CMAT scores. |
The official CMAT 2027 notification will announce the registration and examination schedule.
CMAT 2027 registration start date will be announced by NTA.
The last date for CMAT 2027 application submission will be announced by NTA.
Any correction window will be announced by NTA through the official CMAT portal.
The city intimation schedule for CMAT 2027 will be announced officially.
CMAT 2027 admit card release date will be announced by NTA.
The CMAT 2027 examination date will be announced by NTA.
NTA will announce the answer-key and challenge schedule after the examination.
CMAT 2027 result and scorecard release date will be announced officially.
| Subject | MCQs | Numerical | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation | — | — | 80 |
| Logical Reasoning | — | — | 80 |
| Language Comprehension | — | — | 80 |
| General Awareness | — | — | 80 |
| Innovation & Entrepreneurship | — | — | 80 |
| Total | — | — | 400 |
| Duration | — | — | — |
| Correct Answer | — | — | 4 |
| Incorrect Answer | — | — | — |
Visit the official NTA CMAT website and read the latest notification.
Create an account using the required registration details.
Enter personal, contact and identification details accurately.
Enter Class X, Class XII and graduation details.
Select examination city preferences from the available options.
Upload the photograph in the format prescribed by NTA.
Upload the signature in the prescribed format.
Pay the applicable CMAT application fee through the official payment facility.
Verify the entered information and submit the application before the deadline.
Download and retain the confirmation page and payment details.
Download the CMAT admit card after NTA releases it.
Appear for the computer-based examination at the allotted centre.
Check the CMAT result and download the scorecard.
Use the CMAT score to apply separately to participating management institutes according to their admission schedules.
| Category | year | status |
|---|---|---|
| CMAT 2027 Cutoff | 2027 | Institute Specific |
| MBA College Cutoff | — | — |
| Category Wise Cutoff | — | — |
| Sectional Cutoff | — | — |
Percentile cutoffs shown are for illustration and vary each year based on difficulty and number of candidates.
Stay updated on dates, admit card and results.
