CMAT 2026 Admit Card Released by NTA; Download Hall Ticket at Official Website
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the CMAT 2026 admit card for registered candidates on January 21, 2026. Aspirants who applied for the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT 2026) can download their hall tickets from the official portal cmat.nta.nic.in using their login credentials. The national-level entrance exam for MBA and other postgraduate management programmes across India will be held on January 25, 2026.
CMAT 2026 Exam Date, Shifts & Pattern
Candidates should note the official schedule and structure of CMAT 2026:
Examination Schedule
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Date: January 25, 2026
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Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
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Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)
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Language: English only
Shift Timings
The exam will be conducted in two shifts on the same day:
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Shift 1: 09:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
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Shift 2: 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM
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Exam Pattern
The CMAT 2026 exam comprises 100 objective-type questions for a total of 400 marks. The question paper is divided into five key sections:
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Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation
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Logical Reasoning
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Language Comprehension
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General Awareness
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Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Each correct answer earns +4 marks, and –1 mark is deducted for each incorrect response. There are no sectional time limits.
What the CMAT 2026 Admit Card Includes
The CMAT 2026 admit card is a mandatory document for entry into the exam hall and contains the following crucial details:
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Candidate’s Full Name
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Roll Number & Registration Number
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Photograph and Signature
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Exam Date and Shift
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Exam Centre Name and Address
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Reporting Time and Important Instructions
Candidates are advised to verify all details on the hall ticket and keep multiple printouts for exam day use. In case of discrepancies, contact the NTA immediately through official channels.
Documents to Carry on CMAT 2026 Exam Day
Candidates must bring the following to the exam centre:
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Printed copy of CMAT 2026 admit card
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Original valid photo ID proof, such as:
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Aadhaar Card / e-Aadhaar
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PAN Card
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Passport
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Voter ID Card
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Passport-size photograph (same as uploaded during application)
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Transparent ballpoint pen
No electronic devices, calculators, smart watches, or written materials will be permitted inside the exam hall. Biometric verification and frisking are expected at all centres.
Step-by-Step Guide to Download CMAT 2026 Admit Card
Candidates should follow these steps to access their CMAT 2026 admit card:
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Go to the official CMAT portal at cmat.nta.nic.in.
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Click on the link for “Download Admit Card for CMAT 2026.”
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Enter your application number / registration number and date of birth or password.
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Enter the security captcha displayed on the screen.
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Submit the details to view your hall ticket.
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Verify all information, download the PDF, and take multiple printouts.
The admit card will be available for download even up to the date of the exam, but candidates are advised to download it well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.
Final Instructions for CMAT 2026 Exam Day
NTA has emphasised strict adherence to exam-day protocols:
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Reach the centre at least 60–90 minutes before the reporting time.
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Carry a printed admit card and valid photo ID proof — entry without these is not permitted.
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Avoid relying on unofficial sources for updates; always refer to the official CMAT 2026 portal for authentic information.
Following these guidelines will help candidates focus on their performance without logistical concerns on the day of CMAT 2026.
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