The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the CMAT 2026 registration deadline, giving applicants more time to complete the form. The application window, which was earlier scheduled to close on November 17, will now remain open till November 24, 2025. The update was released on Tuesday through an official notice. The extension comes as a relief for candidates who could not apply within the initial timeline. The notice also states that the fee payment facility will remain active till November 25, 2025, up to 11:50 PM. In addition, the CMAT form correction window has been revised. Applicants will be able to edit their details from November 26 to November 28, 2025.
New CMAT 2026 Registration Dates
The revised CMAT schedule is listed in the table below.
NTA has urged applicants to follow the updated dates closely to avoid last-minute issues. The agency will announce the CMAT 2026 exam date soon. As per the current academic cycle, the test is expected to be held in the third week of January 2026.
CMAT 2026 Registration and Application Steps
Candidates can submit the CMAT 2026 form on the official website by following the steps listed below.
- Visit cmat.nta.nic.in
- Select “Registration for CMAT 2026”
- Click on New Registration
- Enter name, date of birth, mobile number and email ID
- Create login credentials
- Fill personal and academic details
- Select four test cities in order of preference
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee through debit card, credit card or net banking
CMAT 2026 Application Fee
The fee structure remains unchanged for the 2026 cycle.
- General Male candidates: INR 2500
- Female candidates: INR 1250
- Transgender candidates: INR 1250
- Reserved category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) candidates: INR 1250
NTA has advised candidates to ensure that the uploaded documents follow the prescribed format and size. Any errors in personal or academic entries can be corrected during the three-day edit window.
What Happens Next?
After the registration window closes, NTA will release the CMAT 2026 admit card. The exam is likely to be conducted in a computer-based test (CBT) mode across multiple centres in India. The detailed schedule, including exam timings and guidelines, will be shared on the official portal. With the extended deadline, candidates now have an additional week to finalise their applications. The extension also ensures wider participation and fewer technical issues for late applicants. If you want this article shortened to 450 words or need another version for a different portal, just tell me. Follow KollegeApply for the latest updates on College Admissions, Courses, Exam Dates, Results, Scholarships, Career Guidance, Education News, and Policy Changes — everything needed to stay ahead in the education journey
