CMAT 2026 Deadlines Extended: NTA Releases New Dates for Registration
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CMAT 2026 Deadlines Extended: NTA Releases New Dates for Registration, Fee Payment & Corrections
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially extended the deadlines for the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 after receiving a large number of requests from students across the country. The updated schedule gives candidates additional time to complete their registration, submit fees, and make corrections in their forms.
According to NTA, the extension has been introduced to ensure that no eligible candidate misses out on the opportunity to apply for this national-level MBA entrance exam.
CMAT 2026: Revised Application Timeline
The CMAT 2026 application window, which originally began on 17 October 2025, will now remain open until 24 November 2025 (11:50 PM). Fee payment and correction dates have also been revised.
| Activity | Existing Last Date | Revised Last Date |
|---|---|---|
| Online submission of Application Form | 17 Oct – 17 Nov 2025 (11:50 PM) | 17 Oct – 24 Nov 2025 (11:50 PM) |
| Successful fee payment | 18 Nov 2025 (11:50 PM) | 25 Nov 2025 (11:50 PM) |
| Correction window | 20–21 Nov 2025 | 26–28 Nov 2025 |
The revised schedule aims to give applicants enough time to complete all formalities without errors.
About CMAT
CMAT is a national-level entrance exam conducted by NTA for admission to management programs in AICTE-approved and participating institutions across India. Thousands of MBA/PGDM aspirants appear every year to secure admission to top B-schools.
How to Apply for CMAT 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit the official NTA CMAT portal: cmat.nta.nic.in
- Click on the CMAT 2026 Registration link
- Complete one-time registration
- Log in and fill out the application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and download confirmation page
CMAT 2026: Application Fees
- General (Male): ₹2500
- General (Female): ₹1250
- Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender: ₹1250
Payment options: Debit card, credit card, UPI, net banking.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Double-check all details before submitting.
- Correction window: 26–28 November 2025.
- Follow the official NTA website for admit cards and updates.
- For assistance: 011-40759000 or email cmat@nta.ac.in
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