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CMAT Exam Date 2026 (Jan 24) Last Date Extended: Know Here

Author : Lalita Vishwakarma

January 13, 2026

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Overview: The CMAT exam is scheduled for January 25, 2026. The city intimation slip is now available for download on the NTA website, helping candidates prepare for their exam centre in advance. Read on to get the complete details here!

  • The Last date to complete the Common Management Aptitude Test application form is 25th December 2024.

  • The link to download the CMAT exam city intimation slip will be live from 17 January 2026. Candidates can check out their exam centre city in advance.
  • The CMAT 2026 admit cards will be available on the official website from 20th January 2026.

Continue reading here to learn the major highlights and important dates for CMAT 2026!

CMAT Exam Date and Schedule 2026 [Latest Updates]

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is responsible for conducting the Common Management Aptitude Test 2026.

The CMAT 2025 exam will be conducted online on 25th January 2026. NTA has released the CMAT exam city intimation slip so candidates can check out the CMAT exam centre in advance.

Downloading the CMAT city intimation slip 2025 will help candidates pre-plan their journeys, preventing last-minute hassle.

Not only this, but keeping up with the CMAT exam date and other important events is a must. So, here are the dates for the CMAT exam 2026:

Event

Confirmed/Expected Date

CMAT 2026 Online Application Period

October 17, 2025 – November 24, 2025

CMAT 2026 Last Date for Fee Submission

November 25, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM)

CMAT 2026 Application Correction Window

November 26, 2025 – November 28, 2025

CMAT 2026 Announcement of Exam City

January 17, 2026

CMAT 2026 Release of Admit Cards

January 20, 2026

CMAT 2026 Exam Date

January 25, 2026

CMAT 2026 Exam Duration

180 minutes (3 hours)

CMAT 2026 Exam Timings

  • Shift 1: 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Shift 2: 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM

Read More | CMAT 2026 Exam Complete Details

CMAT Exam Eligibility Criteria 2026

The general CMAT exam eligibility criteria for registration are mentioned in this section. Additionally, staying updated on the CMAT exam date is essential to ensure that you meet all deadlines.

  • The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline.
  • Students in their final year of a Bachelor’s Degree can also apply for CMAT-2026. They must declare their results before the 2025-26 academic year admissions.
  • The candidate must be a citizen of India. 
  • There is no age restriction for appearing in CMAT- 2026

Note: Aspirants are advised to read the college-specific eligibility on the official website of their desired colleges before registering for the CMAT exam.

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CMAT Exam Date 2026 Registration Process

The CMAT 2026 registration and application form is now available on the CMAT-NTA website. Here’s how to register:

  • Visit the NTA-CMAT website: https://exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT/
  • Register by entering your name, date of birth, email, and phone number.
  • Create an account by confirming your registration through OTP/email.
  • Complete the CMAT application form with your personal and academic information.
  • Upload a passport-sized photo and your scanned signature in the required format.
  • Pay the registration fee by credit/debit card or via internet banking.

Make sure to follow these steps carefully to complete your registration!

Know More |  CMAT 2026 Exam Pattern

Conclusion

The Common Management Aptitude Test (CMAT 2026) is scheduled to be conducted online on 25th January 2026 across various CMAT exam centres. The CMAT admit card will be available online from 20 January 2026.

To pre-plan your travel to the CMAT exam centre, it is best to download the CMAT exam city intimation slip to prevent last-minute hassle.

Also, in case the candidate faces any technical issue downloading the CMAT admit card or city intimation slip, they can contact the official help desk via email or call.

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