The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the notification for the NTA CMAT (Common Management Admission Test) 2026. Interested candidates can fill out the application form from 17 October 2025 to 17 November 2025. Complete details about eligibility, application process, fees, and exam schedule are provided below.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 17 October 2025
- Application Start Date: 17 October 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 17 November 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 18 November 2025
- Correction Dates: 20–22 November 2025
- Exam Date: To be notified
- Admit Card: Before Exam
- Result Date: To be updated
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹ 2500/- |
| OBC / EWS NCL | ₹ 1250/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 1250/- |
| All Category Female | ₹ 1250/- |
Payment Mode (Online): Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Exam Cities
- Uttar Pradesh: Agra, Prayagraj, Bareilly, Gorakhpur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Varanasi
- Bihar: Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Begusarai
- Uttarakhand: Haldwani, Roorkey, Dehradun
- Rajasthan: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur
- Madhya Pradesh: Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Sagar
- Delhi: Delhi/NCR
- Haryana: Faridabad, Gurugram, Kurukshetra
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed or be appearing in the final year of a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- Applicants must follow the official guidelines and meet any age criteria mentioned by NTA.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NTA CMAT website: https://cmat.nta.nic.in/
- Click on “Apply Online”.
- Fill in the required details, upload documents, and pay the application fee.
- Submit the form before 17 November 2025.
- Keep a copy of the confirmation and fee receipt for future reference.
Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.
Mode of Selection
- Aptitude Test (CMAT)
- Weightage and exam structure depend on the program applied for (B.Des, B.F.Tech, M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech).
- Marks: +1 for correct answers, -0.25 for wrong answers, 0 for unattempted questions.
Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Official Notification: Click Here
- NTA Official Website: https://cmat.nta.nic.in/
FAQs
Q1. When did the online application start?
A: 17 October 2025
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
A: 17 November 2025
Q3. What is the age limit?
A: As per NTA CMAT rules, details available in the official notification.
Q4. What is the qualification required?
A: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in the final year of a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream.
Q5. What is the official website?
A: https://cmat.nta.nic.in/
