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06 Dec, 2025 CMAT 2026 exam date has been released on cmat.nta.nic.in. The Date of Examination is January 25, 2026. Check Here.
The CMAT 2025 exam date has been released on its official website - nta.ac.in/CMAT. The NTA will conduct the CMAT exam on 25 January 2026 in CBT mode in over 120 cities across India in two sessions.
- The NTA will release the City Intimation Slip in the 1st week of January 2026 and The Admit Card will be released in the third week of January 2026 till 25 january 2026.
- The CMAT 2026 Result is expected to be released in the second week of February 2026.
The CMAT 2026 Registration Process started from 17th October 2025 till 24th November 2025.
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CMAT 2026 Important Dates
| Date / Time | Event | Details / Insights |
|---|---|---|
| Expected around 20 January 2026 | Admit Card Release | Usually released 7–10 days before the exam; download only from CMAT portal. |
| 25 January 2026 | Exam Date (CBT) | CMAT 2026 to be held in computer-based mode. |
| Early–Mid February 2026 | Result Date | Scorecards were released on the CMAT official portal. |
| 17 October 2025 | Registration Start | NTA opened the CMAT 2026 online application window. |
| 24 November 2025 | Registration Last Date | Applications accepted up to late-Nov; payment allowed till 25 Nov in many notices. |
| After registration close | Correction Window | Short window announced by NTA for editing application details. |
CMAT 2026 Exam Timings (Shift-wise)
| Shift | Timing | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Shift 2 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
CMAT Previous Years Timeline (2025-2020)
The CMAT is conducted once a year by the National Testing Agency (NTA). CMAT is also to take place on a single day for more than 50,000 candidates.
| CMAT Exam Year | CMAT Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 2025 | January 25, 2025 |
| 2024 | May 15, 2024 |
| 2023 | May 4, 2023 |
| 2022 | April 9, 2022 |
| 2021 | March 31, 2021 |
| 2020 | January 28, 2020 |
CMAT Previous Year Exam Timings
The detailed schedule for the previous year's CMAT exam is provided below for your reference:
| Exam Day Activity | Shift 1 Timings | Shift 2 Timings |
|---|---|---|
| Entry to the Examination Hall | 8:15 - 8:30 am | 1:45 – 2:00 pm |
| Last Entry to the Exam Hall | 8:30 am | 2:00 pm |
| Instructions by Invigilator | 8:45 to 8:55 am | 2:15 to 2:25 pm |
| Commencement of CMAT Exam | 9 am | 2:30 pm |
| CMAT Exam Concludes | 12 am | 5:30 pm |
CMAT 2026 Registration Dates
| Activity | Date(s) / Deadline |
|---|---|
| Registration (Online application started) | 17 October 2025 |
| Original Application Last Date (initial schedule) | 17 November 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Extended Application Last Date (revised) | 24 November 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment (final transaction) | 25 November 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Correction Window (edit application details, if needed) | 26 November – 28 November 2025 (revised) |
CMAT 2026 Admit Card Dates
The CMAT 2026 Admit card is expected to be released around 20 January 2026. Candidates are advised to download the Admit Card as soon as it is released, download and print it. Do not wait until the last day.
Check All Details: Verify your name, date of birth, exam centre, shift/slot, and reporting time. Any error should be reported to NTA immediately.
Carry Valid ID: Along with the admit card, carry a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, PAN, Voter ID, or Driving Licence).
| Aspect | Details / Insights |
|---|---|
| Expected Release | Around 20 January 2026 (a few days before the exam on 25 January 2026) |
| Historical Reference | CMAT 2025: Released on 20 January 2025 for 25 January exam |
| Gap Between Admit Card & Exam | Approximately 5–10 days; short window to check details or plan travel |
CMAT 2026 Exam Day Schedule
The CMAT 2026 exam on 25 January is held in two shifts, and the timings are very strict. Each shift has a fixed reporting window, and after the gate closes, no one is allowed to enter. This helps NTA manage crowds and complete checking smoothly.
Shift 1 (Morning Slot)
| Activity | Time |
|---|---|
| Reporting Time | 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM |
| Entry Closure | 8:30 AM |
| Instructions | 8:45 AM – 9:00 AM |
| Exam Time | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Exit Time | Post 12:00 PM after instructions |
Shift 2 (Afternoon Slot)
| Activity | Time |
|---|---|
| Reporting Time | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM |
| Entry Closure | 2:30 PM |
| Instructions | 2:45 PM – 3:00 PM |
| Exam Time | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Exit Time | After 6:00 PM |
CMAT 2026 Result Dates
As in the previous years, the CMAT 2026 Result is expected to be declared within ~2–3 weeks after the exam.
| Event / Stage | Tentative Date / Timeframe | Details / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Answer Key Release (Provisional) | Likely first week of February 2026 | Enables candidates to check responses before final result. |
| Objection Window for Answer Key | Around late January → early February 2026 (as per timeline pattern) | Candidates can challenge any discrepancies in answer key. |
| Final Result Date (Scorecard + Percentile) | Around 13 February 2026 (most‑cited expectation) | Some sources tie this specifically to 13 Feb 2026. |
| Result Release Time | Expected in evening (after ~6 PM), though official time not confirmed | Past patterns show evening releases; keep checking official website after 6 PM on result date. |
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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