🎓 CMAT Entrance Examination

Government-Regulated MBA Gateway. Transparency. Merit. Opportunity.

CMAT (Common Management Admission Test) is a national-level entrance examination conducted for admission into MBA and PGDM programs offered by AICTE-approved management institutions across India.
Being a government-regulated exam, CMAT ensures a transparent, merit-based, and standardised admission framework for postgraduate management education.

CMAT (காமன் மேனேஜ்மெண்ட் அட்மிஷன் டெஸ்ட்) என்பது இந்தியாவில் MBA / PGDM சேர்க்கைக்காக நடத்தப்படும் தேசிய அளவிலான அரசு அங்கீகாரம் பெற்ற நுழைவுத் தேர்வாகும். AICTE கட்டுப்பாட்டின் கீழ் நடைபெறுவதால், CMAT சேர்க்கை முறையில் அதிக வெளிப்படைத்தன்மை மற்றும் நம்பகத்தன்மை உள்ளது.

What is CMAT? (Brief Explanation)

CMAT is a standardised management aptitude test designed to assess a candidate’s readiness for postgraduate management education. CMAT evaluates quantitative ability, logical reasoning, language comprehension, general awareness, and innovation-related thinking.

CMAT என்பது மேலாண்மை கல்விக்குத் தேவையான கணிதத் திறன், தர்க்க சிந்தனை, மொழித் திறன் மற்றும் பொது அறிவை மதிப்பிடும் தேசிய அளவிலான தேர்வாகும்.

Why CMAT is Important for MBA Aspirants

CMAT is not a private exam.
It is a national, AICTE-backed MBA admission pathway.

CMAT ensures:

Government-regulated admission framework

Single national merit list

Acceptance in AICTE-approved colleges

Transparent and fair selection

Lower application cost compared to CAT

CMAT மூலம் MBA சேர்க்கை பெறுவது பாதுகாப்பான மற்றும் நம்பகமான வழியாகும்.

CMAT Entrance Exam – Key Highlights

Examination Name
Common Management Admission Test (CMAT)

Conducting Authority
National Testing Agency (NTA)

Exam Level
National Level (Postgraduate)

Courses Covered
MBA | PGDM

Mode of Examination
Computer-Based Test (Online)

Frequency
Once a year

Score Validity
1 Academic Year

Institutions Accepting CMAT
AICTE-Approved B-Schools across India

CMAT என்பது government-controlled MBA entrance exam ஆகும்.

Who Can Apply for CMAT?

CMAT is suitable for:

Final-year undergraduate students

Graduates from any discipline

Candidates aiming for AICTE-approved MBA colleges

Students seeking transparent admission process

Aspirants from Tamil Nadu and all Indian states

UG degree இல்லாமல் CMAT எழுத முடியாது.

Courses Available Through CMAT

Management Programs

• MBA (Master of Business Administration)

• PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management)

CMAT மூலம் industry-oriented management education பெற முடியும்.

Eligibility Criteria for CMAT

To appear for CMAT, candidates must:

Hold a recognised bachelor’s degree

Final-year students are also eligible

No upper age limit

No minimum percentage restriction to write CMAT

Eligibility simple, process transparent.

Minimum Eligibility Marks (Qualifying Criteria)

CMAT does not declare a fixed qualifying mark.

However:

Cut-offs are decided institute-wise

Cut-off varies based on:

• College reputation

• Category

• Seat availability

• Applicant volume

👉 Same CMAT score. Different college outcome.

CMAT Exam Pattern – Clear Overview

Exam Duration
3 Hours

Total Questions
100

Total Marks
400

Sections Include

Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation

• Arithmetic

• Algebra

• Data analysis

Logical Reasoning

• Analytical reasoning

• Logical puzzles

Language Comprehension

• Reading comprehension

• Grammar & vocabulary

General Awareness

• Current affairs

• Business & economy

• Static GK

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

• Start-up awareness

• Business ideas

• Entrepreneurial thinking

Marking Scheme

• +4 for correct answer

• −1 for wrong answer

CMAT தேர்வு aptitude + awareness + innovation thinking-ஐ ஒருங்கிணைத்து மதிப்பிடுகிறது.

How CMAT Score Works

CMAT result includes:

Raw score

All India Rank (AIR)

Percentile score

Colleges shortlist candidates based on:

• CMAT rank

• Category

• Institute cut-off norms

Small rank difference → big college difference.

CMAT Admission Process – Step by Step

Step 1: CMAT Exam

Candidate appears for CMAT.

Step 2: Result Declaration

NTA releases scorecard & rank.

Step 3: College Application

Candidates apply to CMAT-accepting colleges.

Step 4: GD / PI / WAT

Selection rounds conducted by institutes.

Step 5: Final Admission Offer

Admission confirmed based on composite score.

CMAT admission process decentralised but rule-based.

Colleges Accepting CMAT

Examples (Indicative)

• AICTE-approved private B-schools

• State-level reputed MBA colleges

• Autonomous management institutes

(CMAT is not accepted by IIMs.)

Advantages of Qualifying CMAT

Academic Benefits

• AICTE-approved MBA programs

• Government-regulated admission

Career Benefits

• Entry into management roles

• Corporate & business career pathways

Practical Benefits

• Moderate competition

• Affordable application & exam fees

Long-Term Benefits

• Management & leadership skills

• Stable career growth

Reporting to College After CMAT Admission

• Accept admission offer within deadline

• Submit original documents

• Pay fees and complete joining

Late reporting may lead to cancellation.

Helpline & Official Support

Official information is released by:

• National Testing Agency (NTA)

• CMAT Official Website

• Individual institute portals

Students should rely only on official NTA notifications.

Important Links for CMAT

• CMAT Official Website (NTA)

• AICTE Official Website

• Participating Institute Websites

🔍 CMAT vs CAT vs MAT – Simple Comparison

👉 CAT = Elite & highly competitive
👉 CMAT = Government-regulated & transparent
👉 MAT = Flexible & multi-attempt MBA path