CMAT 2026 Registration Deadline Approaches
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the registration window for the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 today, November 17, 2025. Aspiring candidates seeking admission into management programs across India have until 11:50 PM to complete their applications through the official portal at cmat.nta.nic.in.
According to an official notification released on November 11, the NTA emphasized that while registration closes today, candidates have an additional day until November 18, 2025, until 11:50 PM to submit their application fees online. The agency urged all prospective test-takers to complete both registration and fee payment processes well before the deadlines to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Key Dates and Correction Window
For candidates who need to make changes to their submitted applications, the NTA will open a correction window from November 20 to November 21, 2025. This provides a crucial opportunity for applicants to rectify any errors in their forms before the final submission.
The CMAT 2026 examination itself is scheduled to be conducted in January 2026, following the pattern of previous years where the test was held on January 24 this year. The exact date will be announced by the NTA in subsequent notifications.
Examination Pattern and Structure
CMAT 2026 will be a computer-based test carrying 400 marks with 100 questions divided across five key sections. The comprehensive test structure includes:
- Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation
- Logical Reasoning
- Language Comprehension
- General Awareness
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The three-hour national level entrance examination serves as a gateway to numerous AICTE-approved institutions, including university departments, constituent colleges, and affiliated colleges offering management programs throughout India.
Step-by-Step Application Guide
Follow these seven straightforward steps to complete your CMAT 2026 application before the deadline:
- Visit the official NTA CMAT website at cmat.nta.nic.in
- Click on the "Register for CMAT 2026" link on the homepage
- Complete the registration process on the new page that appears
- Fill out the detailed application form with accurate information
- Proceed with the online application fee payment
- Submit the form and download the acknowledgement slip
- Keep a printed copy of the confirmation page for future reference
Application Fee Structure
The CMAT 2026 application fee varies by category. General male candidates need to pay ₹2500, while female candidates from all categories, SC, ST, PwD, OBC-NCL, and third gender applicants are required to pay ₹1250. The payment must be made exclusively through online modes as specified on the portal.
For technical assistance or queries related to the application process, candidates can contact the NTA help desk at 011 40759000 or email their concerns to cmat@nta.ac.in. Regular updates are also available on the official NTA websites at nta.ac.in and cmat.nta.nic.in.
With thousands of management program seats at stake across India's premier institutions, completing the CMAT 2026 registration today remains crucial for aspiring MBA and PGDM students. The CMAT scores continue to be widely accepted by AICTE-approved management institutes nationwide, making this examination a significant milestone in management education admissions.
