CMAT 2027 registration is done entirely online at exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT, and you must complete all steps — including fee payment — before the deadline to secure your application.

The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2027 is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to MBA and PGDM programmes at hundreds of AICTE-approved colleges across India. The application process is fully online and requires your academic details, scanned documents, and a non-refundable fee. This guide covers every step so you can complete your CMAT 2027 registration without errors.

  • Exam name: Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2027
  • Conducted by: National Testing Agency (NTA)
  • Application mode: Online only — exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT
  • Application fee: Rs. 2,000 (General/OBC/EWS); Rs. 1,000 (SC/ST/PwD/Transgender) — expected, based on 2025–26 trends
  • Eligibility: Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university
  • Registration opens: Expected November 2026 (based on previous year trends)
Direct Link — CMAT 2027 Official Registration Portal (ACTIVE when open)
exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT

Table of Contents

  1. CMAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
  2. How to Register for CMAT 2027: Step by Step
  3. Documents Required
  4. CMAT 2027 Application Fee
  5. CMAT 2027 Important Dates
  6. FAQs

CMAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Confirm you meet these requirements before you begin your registration:

  • Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD students).
  • Students in their final year of graduation can apply, provided they produce their degree certificate at the time of college admission.
  • No upper age limit — any student who meets the academic criteria can appear for CMAT 2027.
  • No restriction on the number of attempts — you may appear for CMAT every year.

How to Register for CMAT 2027: Step by Step

The CMAT 2027 application has five stages. Do not close the browser mid-way — partial data may not be saved and you may need to restart from the beginning.

Step 1: New Candidate Registration

  1. Visit exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT and click "New Candidate Registration" on the homepage.
  2. Enter your name exactly as it appears on your Class 10 certificate, your date of birth, a valid email ID, and your mobile number.
  3. Create a password and note your Application Number carefully — you will use it to log back in at every stage.
  4. An OTP is sent to your registered email and mobile. Enter both to verify and activate your account.

Step 2: Fill the Application Form

  1. Log in with your Application Number and password.
  2. Fill in all personal details — name, gender, nationality, category (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS), and PwD status.
  3. Enter your academic details — Class 10 marks, Class 12 marks, and graduation percentage and year of passing.
  4. Select up to three preferred exam cities in order of priority. NTA allots a centre based on availability.
  5. Choose your preferred test language (English or Hindi, if the option is available).
  6. Review every field before moving to the next section — some fields cannot be edited after you submit.

Step 3: Upload Documents

  1. Prepare your photograph and signature as separate scanned files before you start this step.
  2. Upload a recent passport-size photograph in JPG/JPEG format, file size 10–200 KB, with a plain white background. Your face must be clearly visible.
  3. Upload your signature in JPG/JPEG format, file size 4–30 KB, on plain white paper in black ink.
  4. Upload your category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) if applicable, in the format specified in the instruction bulletin.

Step 4: Pay the Application Fee

  1. Select your payment mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
  2. Complete the transaction on the secure NTA payment gateway.
  3. Wait for the "Payment Successful" confirmation screen before closing the tab.
  4. The application fee is non-refundable — double-check all your details before paying.

Step 5: Final Submission and Confirmation

  1. Click "Final Submit" after your payment is confirmed.
  2. Download and save the CMAT 2027 Application Confirmation Page. Keep a printout until the admissions process is complete.
  3. Your CMAT 2027 admit card will be released separately on exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT closer to the exam date — check the portal regularly.

Documents Required for CMAT 2027 Application

Keep the following ready before you open the registration form to avoid mid-form interruptions:

Document Purpose Format / Size
Passport-size photograph (recent, white background) Photo upload JPG/JPEG, 10–200 KB
Signature on white paper (black ink) Signature upload JPG/JPEG, 4–30 KB
Class 10 Marksheet Date of birth and name verification Reference only (no upload required)
Class 12 Marksheet Academic details Reference only
Graduation Degree or Provisional Certificate Eligibility verification Reference only
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) Fee concession and reservation benefit PDF/JPG as specified (if applicable)
PwD Certificate Fee concession and reservation benefit PDF/JPG as specified (if applicable)

CMAT 2027 Application Fee

The fee structure below is expected based on CMAT 2025–26 trends and will be confirmed in the official CMAT 2027 notification:

Category Expected Application Fee
General Rs. 2,000
OBC-NCL / EWS Rs. 2,000
SC / ST Rs. 1,000
PwD / Transgender Rs. 1,000

Payment is accepted via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, and UPI. Save your payment receipt until your college admission process is fully complete.

CMAT 2027 Important Dates

The dates below are tentative and based on the 2025–26 exam cycle. NTA will confirm all dates in the official notification at exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT.

Event Expected Date (Tentative)
Official Notification Release October–November 2026
Registration Window Opens November 2026
Last Date to Apply December 2026
Application Correction Window December 2026
Admit Card Download January 2027
CMAT 2027 Exam Date January–February 2027
Result Declaration February–March 2027

CMAT 2027 Application FAQs

Ques. Where do I register for CMAT 2027?

Ans. You register at the official NTA portal: exams.nta.ac.in/CMAT. There is no offline application mode — all steps, including fee payment, must be completed online.

Ques. Can final-year graduation students apply for CMAT 2027?

Ans. Yes. Students in their final year of a recognised graduation programme are eligible to apply for CMAT 2027. They must submit their degree certificate at the time of college admission to confirm eligibility.

Ques. Can I edit my CMAT 2027 application after final submission?

Ans. NTA opens a short correction window after the main registration deadline. During this period, you can edit select fields such as exam city preferences and personal details. Once the correction window closes, no further changes are permitted.

Ques. Is the CMAT 2027 application fee refundable?

Ans. No. The CMAT 2027 application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Verify all your details before completing the payment step.

Ques. How many exam cities can I choose in CMAT 2027?

Ans. You can select up to three preferred exam cities during registration, in order of preference. NTA allots a test centre based on availability, and the assigned city is mentioned on your admit card.

Ques. What is the minimum percentage required to apply for CMAT 2027?

Ans. You need at least 50% aggregate marks in your graduation degree from a recognised university. For SC, ST, OBC, and PwD students, the minimum is 45%. Final-year graduation students can also apply provisionally.