CMAT (Common Management Admission Test)

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CMAT 2026 Exam Pattern

Updated On Date: 13/08/2025

CMAT 2026 (EXAM PATTERN)

The NTA has established a pattern for the CMAT exam. The 100 multiple-choice questions on quantitative techniques and data interpretation, logical reasoning, language comprehension, general awareness, and innovation and entrepreneurship make up the CMAT question paper. The CMAT exam must be finished in 180 minutes, although there is no sectional time limit. The CMAT has 400 total points. To learn more about the CMAT 2026 exam pattern, continue reading.

Section	No of questions	Marks
Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation	20	80
Logical Reasoning	20	80
Language Comprehension	20	80
General Awareness	20	80
Innovation & Entrepreneurship	20	80
Total	100	400

Key Aspects of CMAT 2026 Exam Pattern

Exam Duration: 3 hours
Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Marking Scheme: +4 for correct, -1 for wrong answers
No sectional time limit
Number of sections: 5
Number of questions per section: 20
Total number of questions: 100
Total Marks: 400 marks

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CMAT 2026 Exam Pattern FAQs

Ques.1 Who conducts the CMAT 2026 exam?

Ans. The CMAT 2026 exam will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in computer-based mode.

Ques.2 How many questions are there in CMAT 2026?

Ans. There are 100 multiple-choice questions (20 questions per section).

Ques.3 What is the total duration of CMAT 2026?

Ans. The exam duration is 180 minutes (3 hours) with no sectional time limits.

Ques.4 What is the marking scheme for CMAT 2026?

Ans. The marking scheme for CMAT 2026-

+4 marks for each correct answer
–1 mark for each wrong answer
0 marks for unanswered questions

Ques.5 What is the total score in CMAT 2026?

Ans. The CMAT exam is for 400 marks in total.

CMAT 2026 Preparation Tips

CMAT 2026 (PREPARATION TIPS) Achieving a top score in the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 requires a disciplined, focused, and strategic approach. Here are the most effective, expert-backed tips to guide your preparation: Understa...

Posted On: 09/08/2025

CMAT 2026 Cut Offs

CMAT 2026 (CUT OFF) The CMAT 2026 cut-off for top MBA colleges is expected to be between the 95th and 99th percentile. Prestigious institutes like JBIMS, SIMSREE, Goa Institute of Management, KJ Somaiya, and Welingkar typically requir...

Posted On: 09/08/2025

CMAT 2026 Application Form & Admit Card

CMAT 2026 (APPLICATION FORM) 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. ...

Posted On: 09/08/2025

CMAT 2026 Eligibility criteria

CMAT 2026 (ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA) The CMAT 2026 eligibility criteria set by the National Testing Agency (NTA) are as follows: Educational Qualification Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a ...

Posted On: 09/08/2025

CMAT 2026 Syllabus

CMAT 2026 (SYLLABUS) The subjects that the AICTE recommends are the basis for the CMAT 2026 syllabus. Common subjects on numeric ability, reasoning, English, general awareness, and an inventive component on entrepreneurship make up the course. Lang...

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