| Updated On - Aug 3, 2026
KPPGCA has announced KMAT 2026 will be held on September 13, 2026 as a home-based online proctored test. The registration deadline stands extended to August 31, 2026 at kmatindia.com.
The Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association (KPPGCA) has announced the Karnataka Management Aptitude Test (KMAT) 2026 exam date on its official website at kmatindia.com. The registration deadline stands extended to August 31, 2026. Candidates can apply through the official portal until the revised cut-off.
KMAT 2026 will be conducted on September 13, 2026, a Sunday. The MCA paper is scheduled from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The MBA paper will be held from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM the same day.
The exam will be held as a Home Based Online Remote Proctored Test. Each paper carries a duration of two hours. The test offers admission to over 189 AICTE-approved member institutions across Karnataka.
KMAT 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Deadline (Extended) | August 31, 2026 |
| Mock Test | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card Release | To Be Announced |
| KMAT Exam (MCA) | September 13, 2026 (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM) |
| KMAT Exam (MBA) | September 13, 2026 (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM) |
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree of minimum three years duration. A Master's degree from a recognised institution is also accepted. Final-year students meeting the percentage threshold at the time of application may also apply.
General category candidates need at least 50 percent aggregate marks. SC and ST category candidates need a minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks. The exam is open to candidates from across India.
| Category | Minimum Aggregate Marks Required |
|---|---|
| General | 50 percent |
| SC / ST | 45 percent |
Accepted disciplines include Commerce, Management, Arts, Social Sciences, and Engineering or Technology. Equivalent recognised degrees are also permitted for the qualifying examination.
KMAT 2026 Exam Pattern
The exam contains 120 Multiple Choice Questions divided into three sections. Candidates get a total of two hours to attempt the paper. There is no restriction on moving between sections during the test.
| Section | MBA Paper | MCA Paper |
|---|---|---|
| Language Comprehension | 40 Questions | 40 Questions |
| Mathematical Skills | 40 Questions | 40 Questions |
| Basic Aptitude | 40 Questions | Not Applicable |
| Logical Reasoning | Not Applicable | 40 Questions |
| Total Questions | 120 | 120 |
Participating Institutions
KPPGCA hosts a wide network of member colleges under KMAT. All are AICTE-approved and university-affiliated self-financing institutions in Karnataka. The scores are accepted for both MBA and MCA admissions.
| Programme | Number of Member Institutions |
|---|---|
| MBA | 159 |
| MCA | 69 |
How to Register for KMAT 2026?
Candidates must complete the application through the official KMAT application portal before the extended deadline. Registration closes at the end of August 31, 2026.
The steps to register are listed below.
- Visit the official KMAT website at kmatindia.com.
- Click the application link routing to kmatindia26.cbrt.co.in.
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number.
- Fill in academic, personal, and category details as required.
- Upload the requested documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
KMAT remains one of the few management entrance tests conducted fully from home under remote proctoring. The extended window gives late applicants an added chance to secure a slot.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit the official portal at kmatindia.com and open the application link.
- Check your eligibility against the category-wise percentage requirement.
- Keep scanned copies of your degree, photograph, and signature ready.
- Complete registration and pay the application fee before August 31, 2026.
- Track the KMAT website for admit card and mock test release dates.
Watch the official KMAT website for the admit card release and the mock test schedule ahead of the September 13, 2026 exam.
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