Q1. Is the CMAT 2026 result and scorecard available now?

Yes. NTA declared the CMAT 2026 result on 17 February 2026. The scorecard is live on cmat.nta.nic.in. You can download it with your application number and date of birth. The direct login link is also placed in the table above. Keep a printed copy for every admission round.

Q2. I lost my application number. How can I check the CMAT 2026 result?

You can recover your login details from the CMAT portal itself. Use the forgot application number option on the candidate login page. Enter your registered mobile number, email ID, and date of birth. NTA then sends the details to your registered contact. If nothing works, raise a query at the NTA helpdesk with your admit card copy.

Q3. What are the minimum qualifying marks in CMAT 2026?

NTA does not fix any pass or fail mark for this exam. The scorecard only shows section wise scores and an overall percentile. Each participating institute sets its own cut off during admission. General category cut offs usually stay higher than reserved category cut offs. Check the cut off list of your target college before you apply.

Q4. Is there any negative marking in the CMAT exam?

Yes. One mark is deducted for every wrong answer. The paper carries 100 questions and 400 marks in total. The test runs for 180 minutes in computer based mode. There is no sectional time limit across the five sections. So attempt easy questions first and skip risky guesses.

Q5. Can I challenge the CMAT answer key or request re-checking of my score?

NTA allowed online challenges against the provisional answer key. You had to pay a small fee for each challenged question. The final answer key was released on 17 February 2026 after expert review. There is no provision for re-evaluation or re-checking of the scorecard after that stage. So the declared score stays final.

Q6. Is there any age limit or attempt limit for CMAT?

No. There is no age limit to appear in CMAT. There is also no restriction on the number of attempts. You may write the exam as many times as you wish. A bachelor's degree from a recognised university is the only core requirement. Final year students can also apply for admission.

Q7. What happens after the CMAT 2026 result is declared?

Every participating institute runs its own admission process. Shortlisting happens on the basis of your CMAT score and percentile. Many colleges then hold Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds. Document verification follows the final selection. Watch the official notice boards of your chosen colleges for counselling dates.

Q8. Which documents are required during CMAT counselling and admission?

Carry your CMAT scorecard, admit card, and a copy of the submitted application form. Class 10 and 12 marksheets plus all graduation marksheets are needed. Category certificates such as OBC NCL, SC, ST, EWS, or PwD must be valid and current. Keep an Aadhaar card, PAN card, or passport ready as photo identity proof. Carry four recent passport size photographs as well.

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NTA CMAT Result 2026 with Score Card - Download Common Management Admission Test Final Answer Key & NTA Score Card

The National Testing Agency has declared the CMAT 2026 result along with the candidate scorecard. You can download your NTA scorecard from cmat.nta.nic.in using your application number and date of birth. The final answer key was also released on 17 February 2026. The computer based test was held on 25 January 2026 across many cities in India. Any graduate can appear for this exam. Final year students may also apply. There is no age limit for CMAT 2026. General candidates paid Rs 2500 as the application fee. EWS, OBC NCL, SC, ST, PH and all female candidates paid Rs 1250. Selection depends on your CMAT score. Participating management institutes then run their own counselling and GD or PI rounds. The scorecard shows section wise marks, total score and percentile. Keep your login details safe for admission rounds. This exam opens doors to MBA and PGDM seats for the 2026-27 session.

By Sarkari King Team

Updated: 18 February 2026 | 08:16 AM

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MBA / PGDM (All Participating Institutes)	Various	Bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognised university or institute. No fixed percentage bar is set by NTA. Final year or final semester students can also apply for admission. Such candidates must submit proof of passing at counselling. Colleges may ask for Maths or Statistics at Class 12 level as an institute level condition.
Management Programmes at AICTE Approved Colleges	Various	Admission is granted through the CMAT score and percentile shared by NTA. Each institute fixes its own cut off marks and its own counselling schedule. Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds are conducted by the institute, not by NTA.

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