KMAT 2026 Session 2 registration open for Karnataka; apply by October 31
In short
- KMAT 2026 Session 2 registration for Karnataka is open until October 31, 2026.
- The KMAT 2026 entrance test for Session 2 is scheduled for September 20, 2026, in remote-proctored online mode.
- The MCA test for the September 20 exam will be from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and the MBA test from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
- The application fee for KMAT Karnataka 2026 is INR 873, inclusive of GST and platform charges.
- Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories) to be eligible.
The Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association (KPPGCA) has initiated the registration process for KMAT 2026 Session 2 for admissions to MBA, PGDM, and MCA programmes. Candidates interested in these programmes in Karnataka colleges can submit their applications online until October 31, 2026. The entrance examination for this session is scheduled for September 20, 2026.
This announcement follows earlier KMAT 2026 schedules for Karnataka and Kerala, indicating multiple examination phases throughout the year. The KMAT exam is a home-based online remote-proctored test, requiring candidates to have a valid photo ID proof along with their admit card for verification.
KMAT Karnataka 2026 Session 2 Schedule and Application
The KMAT Karnataka 2026 Session 2 registration process commenced recently, with the deadline for applications set for October 31, 2026. The KPPGCA confirmed that an earlier registration period for KMAT 2026 had concluded on September 6, 2026. The entrance test for Session 2 will be conducted on September 20, 2026. For this exam, the MCA test is scheduled from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and the MBA test from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
The admit card for the KMAT 2026 exam was expected to be released soon after the September 6 registration window closed, although the KMAT India key-dates page lists the admit card date as “TBA.” The application fee for KMAT Karnataka 2026 is INR 873, inclusive of GST and platform charges, with some sources stating INR 873.60. The exam will consist of 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be completed in 120 minutes.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association (KPPGCA) |
| Intended Courses | MBA, PGDM & MCA programs in Karnataka colleges |
| Registration Period (Session 2) | Open until 31 October 2026 |
| Exam Date (Session 2) | 20 September 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Home‑based online, remote‑proctored mode (no centre) |
| Duration & Question Count | 120 minutes (2 hours); 120 MCQs total |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Application Fee | INR 873 inclusive of GST & platform charges |
Eligibility and Exam Pattern for KMAT Karnataka
To be eligible for KMAT 2026 for MBA/PGDM programmes, candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate marks, with a relaxation to 45% for reserved categories. Final-year bachelor’s degree students are also eligible to apply. There are no domicile restrictions for KMAT Karnataka.
The KMAT Karnataka 2026 exam pattern includes three sections: Language Comprehension, Mathematical Skills, and Basic Aptitude, each carrying 40 questions. The syllabus covers grammatical usage, reading comprehension, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, puzzles, coding-decoding, and logical structure. Candidates are advised to regularly monitor the official website kmatindia.com for updates and to download their admit cards once released.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Sections & Weightage | Language Comprehension (40) Mathematical Skills (40) Basic Aptitude (40) |
| Eligibility Criteria | Minimum 50% in Bachelor’s degree (45% for SC/ST); final-year students eligible; no domicile restriction |
KMAT Kerala 2026 Overview
In parallel, the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, conducts the KMAT Kerala exam for MBA admissions in Kerala. The KMAT Kerala 2026 Session 1 registration started on December 22, 2025, and concluded on January 15, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The last date to pay the application fee for KMAT Kerala 2026 Session 1 was also January 15, 2026. The KMAT Kerala 2026 Session 1 exam was expected to be conducted in May or June 2026, with an update on April 3, 2026, stating that registration ended that day and the exam would be on February 22.
The KMAT Kerala 2026 application process for Session 2 is likely to begin in April 2026, with the last date to apply in May 2026. The KMAT Kerala 2026 Session 2 schedule is expected to be released soon by the CEE, Kerala, and the final result status for Session 2 is ‘To be Released on 31st May, 2026’. The application fee for KMAT Kerala 2026 is INR 1000 for General/SEBC categories and INR 500 for SC candidates, while ST candidates have no fee. The exam is a 3-hour Computer Based Test (CBT) with 180 objective-type questions for a total of 720 marks. There is no age limit for KMAT Kerala 2026, and a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST) in the qualifying test is required. Admission to MBA courses in Kerala will be based on 80% Entrance Test Score (KMAT), 10% Group Discussion, and 10% Personal Interview, with qualifying marks for General/SEBC Category set at 10% of total marks (72).
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date (Session 1) | 22 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Application (Session 1) | 15 January 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| Application Fee Payment Last Date (Session 1) | 15 January 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| Category | Fee Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| General / SEBC | ₹1000 |
| SC | ₹500 |
| ST | NIL |
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