CMAT 2026 Exam Date OUT: Check Shift-Wise Timings, Reporting Time & Admit Card Date
CMAT 2026 Exam Date OUT! — MBA Aspirants Must Note These Shift Timings
The CMAT 2026 Exam Date has been officially announced. The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 will be conducted on 25 January 2026 at designated test centres across India.
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Candidates who have registered for CMAT 2026 must now check:
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✅ Exact CMAT 2026 Exam Date
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✅ Shift-wise exam timing
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✅ Reporting & gate closing time
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✅ Admit card release date
👉 Missing reporting time can lead to entry denial, so read carefully.
Why This CMAT Update Is Important
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Exam date officially confirmed
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Two shifts on the same day
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Used by 250+ MBA colleges
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Admit card release approaching
CMAT 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency |
| Exam Date | 25 January 2026 |
| Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Accepted By | 250+ Management Institutes |
| Official Website | cmat.nta.nic.in |
CMAT 2026 Shift-Wise Exam Schedule & Timings
The CMAT 2026 exam will be conducted in two shifts.
| Shift | Reporting Time | Gate Closing Time | Exam Timing |
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| Shift 1 | Around 7:30 AM | Around 8:30 AM | 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon |
| Shift 2 | Around 1:30 PM | Around 2:30 PM | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
⚠️ Candidates arriving after gate closing time will not be allowed to enter.
CMAT 2026 Admit Card Release Date
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Admit Card Expected: Around 20 January 2026
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Mode: Online only
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Mandatory for exam entry
📌 Candidates should:
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Download admit card early
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Verify exam city, shift & reporting time
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Carry valid photo ID with admit card
CMAT 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Form Closed | 24 November 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | ~20 January 2026 |
| CMAT Exam Date | 25 January 2026 |
| Result Declaration | February 2026 (Tentative) |
NaukriBee Insight (CMAT 2026 Exam Date)
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CMAT is speed + accuracy based
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Exam pressure is high due to time-bound sections
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Reporting late = zero chance, no second entry
👉 Plan travel and reporting one day in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When will CMAT 2026 be conducted?
CMAT 2026 will be held on 25 January 2026.
2. Is CMAT conducted in multiple shifts?
Yes, the exam will be conducted in two shifts on the same day.
3. When will CMAT 2026 admit card be released?
The admit card is expected around 20 January 2026.
4. What is the exam duration of CMAT?
The total duration is 3 hours.
5. How many colleges accept CMAT score?
More than 250 management institutes accept CMAT scores.
6. Can I change my shift or exam centre?
No. Shift and centre once allotted cannot be changed.
What Should Candidates Do Now?
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Revise high-weight topics
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Take full-length mocks
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Track admit card updates
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Prepare exam-day documents
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