The NTA CMAT portal will be used to submit the CMAT 2026 application online. Candidates provide their academic and personal information during the full online process, which includes registration and fee payment.
To apply for CMAT 2026, follow these steps
CMAT application fee is to be paid online at the time of form filling. Check the table below for category wise CMAT fees. The fee is non-refundable.
Category
CMAT Fee
General (Male)
Rs 2500/-
General (Female)
Rs 1250/-
SC/ST/PwD
Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL (Male)
Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL (Female)
Transgender
Ques.1 When will the CMAT 2026 application form be released?
Ans. The CMAT 2026 application form is expected to be released in November 2026 on the official NTA CMAT website – cmat.nta.nic.in.
Ques.2 What is the last date to apply for CMAT 2026?
Ans. The last date will likely be in last week of December 2025, after which the form submission portal will close.
Ques.3 How can I apply for CMAT 2026?
Ans. You must register online, fill in the details, upload documents, pay the application fee, and download the confirmation page from the official NTA CMAT portal.
Ques.4 Can I edit my CMAT 2026 application form after submission?
Ans. Yes, NTA will open a form correction window for a limited time in December 2025.
Ques.5 Will I get a refund if I do not appear for the exam?
Ans. No, the CMAT application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
The CMAT 2026 admit card will be distributed around one week before the test. It must be downloaded and printed in order to enter the test center, and it will be available on the official NTA CMAT website.
Make sure to verify the following information immediately after download:
Ques.1 When will the CMAT 2026 admit card be released?
Ans. The CMAT 2026 admit card is expected to be released in the third week of January 2026, a few days before the exam.
Ques.2 What details are mentioned on the CMAT admit card?
Ans. The CMAT admit card usually includes:
Ques.3 Can I change my exam centre after the admit card is issued?
Ans. No, once the admit card is generated, the exam centre mentioned is final and cannot be change.
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