The CMAT 2027 application fee is expected to be ₹2,000 for General, OBC-NCL and EWS students and ₹1,000 for SC, ST, PwD and Transgender students, based on CMAT 2025 and 2026 trends.

NTA (National Testing Agency) conducts CMAT every year for admissions to MBA and PGDM programmes at AICTE-approved institutes across India. The CMAT 2027 notification is expected to release in late 2026, after which you can register and pay the application fee online through the NTA portal. The fee is non-refundable once submitted.

  • General/OBC-NCL/EWS fee (expected): ₹2,000
  • SC/ST/PwD/Transgender fee (expected): ₹1,000
  • No offline payment is accepted — all payments are online only
  • The fee is non-refundable once paid, including in case of withdrawal
  • Valid category certificate is required to avail the reduced fee
Direct Link — CMAT 2027 Official Portal (Check Here)

CMAT 2027 Application Fee Overview

NTA has not released the official CMAT 2027 notification yet. The expected fee details below are based on the CMAT 2025 and 2026 fee structures. Confirm the exact fee from the official NTA CMAT portal once the notification is live.

Detail Information
Exam Name Common Management Admission Test (CMAT)
Conducting Body National Testing Agency (NTA)
Application Mode Online only
Fee Payment Mode Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI
General/OBC-NCL/EWS Fee (Expected) ₹2,000
SC/ST/PwD/Transgender Fee (Expected) ₹1,000
Official Website exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT

CMAT 2027 Application Fee: Category-Wise Breakdown

The table below lists the expected CMAT 2027 application fee for each category. These figures are based on CMAT 2025 and 2026 patterns and will be confirmed in the official NTA information brochure for CMAT 2027.

Category Application Fee (Expected)
General (Unreserved) ₹2,000
OBC-NCL ₹2,000
EWS (Economically Weaker Section) ₹2,000
SC (Scheduled Caste) ₹1,000
ST (Scheduled Tribe) ₹1,000
PwD (Person with Disability) ₹1,000
Transgender ₹1,000

All fee figures above are expected values based on CMAT 2025 and 2026 trends and will be confirmed once NTA releases the official CMAT 2027 notification and information brochure.


CMAT 2027 Application Fee Payment Modes

NTA accepts the CMAT 2027 application fee through online payment modes only. No offline payment method such as demand draft or cash is accepted. All major digital payment channels are supported.

Payment Mode Details
Net Banking All major Indian banks supported
Credit Card Visa, Mastercard and RuPay credit cards accepted
Debit Card Visa, Mastercard, Maestro and RuPay debit cards accepted
UPI All UPI apps including GPay, PhonePe, BHIM and Paytm supported

How to Pay CMAT 2027 Application Fee

You pay the application fee as the final step of the CMAT 2027 online registration process. Follow these steps once the NTA application window opens.

  1. Visit the official NTA CMAT portal at exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT and click the registration link for CMAT 2027.
  2. Register using your email ID and mobile number to generate your login credentials.
  3. Log in and complete the application form — fill in your personal, academic and contact details accurately.
  4. Upload your scanned photograph and signature as per the NTA-specified dimensions and file size.
  5. Navigate to the fee payment page and choose your preferred payment mode.
  6. Enter your payment credentials and confirm the transaction.
  7. Download and save the payment confirmation receipt and the final submitted application form.

Save the transaction ID and keep a printout of the application form and fee receipt — you will need these for document verification during the admission process.


Important Points About CMAT 2027 Application Fee

Keep the following in mind before and after paying the CMAT 2027 application fee.

  • The fee is non-refundable — NTA does not refund the application fee under any circumstances, including if you withdraw your application after submission.
  • Payment must be completed within the application window — an incomplete or pending payment results in your application not being processed.
  • Category certificate is mandatory for concession — if you claim the SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS or PwD fee rate, upload a valid government-issued certificate during registration.
  • Bank transaction charges are separate from the application fee and are borne by you as per your bank’s policy.
  • Save your transaction ID immediately after payment to resolve any failed transaction or payment dispute with the bank or NTA.
  • Failed payments can be retried through the NTA portal before the last date of fee submission — always check your bank statement before attempting a second payment to avoid a double deduction.

CMAT 2027 Application Fee FAQs

Ques. What is the CMAT 2027 application fee for General category students?

Ans. Based on CMAT 2025 and 2026 trends, the expected CMAT 2027 application fee for General category students is ₹2,000. The official figure will be confirmed in the NTA CMAT 2027 information brochure once the notification is released.

Ques. Is there a fee concession for SC and ST students in CMAT 2027?

Ans. Yes. SC and ST students are expected to pay a reduced fee of ₹1,000 for CMAT 2027, based on previous years’ patterns. You must upload a valid SC or ST certificate during registration to avail this concession.

Ques. Is the CMAT 2027 application fee refundable?

Ans. No. The CMAT application fee is non-refundable. NTA does not refund the fee under any circumstances, including withdrawal of application after submission.

Ques. What payment modes are accepted for CMAT 2027?

Ans. The CMAT 2027 application fee can be paid through net banking, credit card, debit card and UPI. No offline payment mode such as demand draft or cash is accepted.

Ques. What should I do if my CMAT 2027 fee payment fails?

Ans. If your payment fails, first check your bank statement to confirm whether the amount was deducted. If deducted, the amount is usually returned within 7 to 10 working days. You can retry the payment through the NTA portal before the last date of fee submission.

Ques. Do PwD students get a fee concession for CMAT 2027?

Ans. Yes. PwD students are expected to pay ₹1,000 as the CMAT 2027 application fee, based on CMAT 2025 and 2026 trends. A valid PwD certificate issued by a competent government authority must be uploaded at the time of registration.