The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2027 on 7 February 2027 (tentatively) for admission to MBA, PGDM and other postgraduate management programmes across India. Candidates aspiring for premier management education can prepare for this national-level examination.
Overview
CMAT 2027 is a computer-based test (CBT) administered by the National Testing Agency. The exam serves as an admission gateway to MBA, PGDM and management programmes offered by AICTE-approved institutions and other reputed business schools. The exam duration is 3 hours, and it covers five core sections testing quantitative aptitude, reasoning, language skills, general awareness and entrepreneurship mindset. The official notification and registration details are awaited and will be published on the official website.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CMAT 2027 Exam Date Announcement (Initial Calendar) | 16 September 2026 |
| Revised NTA Examination Calendar | 26 October 2026 |
| CMAT 2027 Notification Release | Not Yet Announced |
| Online Registration Start | Not Yet Announced |
| Last Date to Apply | Not Yet Announced |
| Application Correction Window | Not Yet Announced |
| Exam City Intimation Slip | Not Yet Announced |
| Admit Card Release | Not Yet Announced |
| CMAT Exam Date | 7 February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Answer Key Release | Not Yet Announced |
| Result Declaration | Not Yet Announced |
Exam Pattern
CMAT 2027 consists of 100 objective-type questions divided equally across five sections. Each question carries 4 marks, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers (as per the previous exam pattern). The total marks are 400, and the exam duration is 3 hours.
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation | 20 | 80 |
| Logical Reasoning | 20 | 80 |
| Language Comprehension | 20 | 80 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 80 |
| Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 20 | 80 |
| Total | 100 | 400 |
How to Apply
- Visit the official NTA CMAT website at cmat.nta.nic.in
- Register yourself by creating a user account with valid email and phone number
- Log in and fill the CMAT 2027 application form with complete personal, educational and contact details
- Upload a recent passport-sized photograph and signature as per the specified format and dimensions
- Review all entered information for accuracy before final submission
- Pay the application fee through available online payment modes (credit card, debit card, net banking, etc.)
- Submit the completed application form
- Download and save the confirmation receipt for future reference
- Download your admit card when released by NTA before the exam date
- Appear for the exam on 7 February 2027 at your allocated test centre
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Frequently Asked Questions
When will CMAT 2027 registration start?
The exact registration start date has not been announced yet. The official notification is awaited. Candidates should check the official website regularly for updates on the registration opening date and application deadline.
What is the exam fee for CMAT 2027?
The application fee for CMAT 2027 has not been announced in the official notification yet. See the official notification for fee details once released.
Can I apply for CMAT 2027 without a bachelor's degree?
Eligibility criteria for CMAT 2027 have not been officially published yet. Candidates are advised to refer to the official NTA CMAT website for detailed eligibility requirements once the notification is released.
What is the marking scheme for CMAT 2027?
CMAT 2027 will have 100 questions, each worth 4 marks, making a total of 400 marks. Based on the previous pattern, there is no negative marking for wrong answers.
How are scores used for admission?
CMAT scores are used by participating business schools and AICTE-approved institutions for shortlisting and admitting candidates to MBA and PGDM programmes. Individual institutions may have their own cut-offs and selection procedures.
Where can I download the CMAT 2027 admit card?
The admit card will be released on the official NTA CMAT website (cmat.nta.nic.in) before the exam date. Candidates can download it using their login credentials.
Disclaimer: Candidates must verify all details on the official NTA CMAT website (cmat.nta.nic.in) before applying, as dates and requirements may be subject to change.