CMAT 2026 registration begins at cmat.nta.nic.in; check steps to apply and more

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened registration for the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026. Candidates can apply online at the official website, cmat.nta.nic.in, until November 17, 2025, with the last date to pay the application fee being November 18, 2025.

The correction window for application forms will be available from November 20 to November 21, 2025. CMAT 2026 will be conducted as a computer-based test (CBT), evaluating candidates on Quantitative Techniques, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Language Comprehension, General Awareness, and Innovation & Entrepreneurship.

The application fee is Rs 2,500 for general category male candidates, while female candidates and those in reserved categories (Gen-EWS, SC/ST, OBC-NCL, PwD/PwBD, and third gender) need to pay Rs 1,250.


For any queries, candidates can contact the NTA helpline at 011-40759000 or email cmat@nta.ac.in.

For detailed information and updates, candidates should refer to the official CMAT website.

How to Apply for CMAT 2026

Step 1: Visit the official NTA CMAT website at cmat.nta.nic.in.
Step 2: Click on the ‘CMAT 2026 Registration’ link available on the homepage.
Step 3: Register as a new user by entering the required details.
Step 4: Log in and complete the CMAT 2026 application form.
Step 5: Upload the necessary documents and pay the application fee.
Step 6: Submit the application form and download the confirmation page.
Step 7: Keep a printed copy for future reference.