The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially commenced the registration period for the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026. This is a crucial national-level entrance examination for those seeking admission to management programs. Eligible candidates can now apply through the official website, cmat.nta.nic.in.
Prospective applicants must complete their online registration by November 17, 2025, with the application fee submission deadline set for November 18, 2025. To further assist candidates, the NTA will also open a dedicated correction window from November 20 to November 21, 2025, allowing for any necessary modifications to submitted forms.
About CMAT 2026
CMAT is an annual examination organized by the NTA to evaluate candidates for the academic session 2026-27’s management programs. The test will be conducted in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode and will assess applicants across five essential sections:
- Quantitative Technique and Data Interpretation
- Logical Reasoning
- Language Comprehension
- General Awareness
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
How to Apply for CMAT 2026
Follow these straightforward steps to successfully submit your CMAT 2026 application online:
- Visit the official NTA CMAT website.
- On the homepage, click on the link titled ‘CMAT 2026 Registration’.
- Register as a new user by providing all the required personal and contact details.
- Log in using your new credentials and proceed to fill out the CMAT 2026 application form thoroughly.
- Upload all necessary documents in the specified format and remit the application fee.
- Submit the completed application form and download the confirmation page.
- It is advisable to keep a printed copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
A direct application link is available on the official CMAT website.
CMAT 2026: Application Fee Details
Candidates should review the category-wise application fees before making their payment for CMAT 2026 registration:
- General category: ₹2,500
- Female candidates: ₹1,250
- Gen-EWS, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), SC, ST, PwD/PwBD, and Third Gender categories: ₹1,250
For any technical or administrative assistance during the registration process, candidates can reach out to the NTA Helpdesk at 011-40759000 or send their queries via email to cmat@nta.ac.in. Always refer to the official CMAT website for the most accurate and current information.