KMAT Registration 2026: Apply by October 31 for Karnataka MBA Admissions

The KMAT Registration 2026 deadline is October 31, 2026, for candidates seeking admission to MBA, PGDM and MCA programmes at participating institutions in Karnataka. The Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges' Association (KPPGCA) has opened the Session 2 application window for eligible applicants. The examination is scheduled for November 14, 2026, and will be conducted in a home-based online remote-proctored mode. Applicants should complete the form and fee payment before the deadline through the official KMAT application portal.

KMAT Registration 2026 Last Date and Exam Schedule

The Session 2 application window opened on September 28, 2026. Candidates who missed the first session can apply for the second attempt. Those who appeared in Session 1 can also register for Session 2 to improve their scores.

The official website has announced November 14 as the examination date. The admit card and practice test dates have not yet been confirmed on the official schedule.

Note: Applicants should check the official KMAT website for schedule changes and examination instructions.

KMAT 2026 Application Fee and Registration Process

The KMAT 2026 Session 2 application fee is ₹1,230, including GST, according to the published registration information. Candidates should verify the amount displayed on the official payment page before completing the transaction.

Applicants can follow these steps to register:

1. Visit the KMAT 2026 application portal.
2. Select the new candidate registration option.
3. Enter the required personal and academic details.
4. Select the appropriate examination for MBA or MCA.
5. Review the information entered in the application form.
6. Pay the prescribed application fee through an available payment method.
7. Submit the form and save the confirmation details for future reference.

Applicants should enter their names and other personal information carefully. They should also select the correct test and retain proof of successful payment.

Which Karnataka Colleges Accept KMAT Scores?

KMAT is used by participating institutions in Karnataka for admission to management programmes. The official KMAT website identifies MBA, PGDM and MCA as the programmes supported through the examination.

However, acceptance of KMAT scores, programme eligibility, admission requirements and selection procedures can differ between institutions. Applicants should check the participating college list and contact their preferred institutions to confirm whether KMAT 2026 Session 2 scores will be accepted for their intended programme.

Candidates should also check each college's application deadline separately. Registering for KMAT does not automatically complete the admission application for every participating institution.

What Should Applicants Do Before October 31?

Candidates planning to appear for Session 2 should complete registration well before the deadline. They should verify their personal details, ensure that the correct examination has been selected and confirm successful fee payment.

Applicants should monitor the official portal for the admit card, practice test and examination-day instructions. Since the test is home-based and remotely proctored, candidates should read the technical requirements and guidelines before the examination.

After the test, applicants can use their scores when applying to participating institutions. Each college may follow its own admission and selection process.

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