Everything You Need to Know About the Upcoming CMAT 2026

Описание: Short Introduction This video provides a comprehensive guide to the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 as conducted by the National Testing Agency. We cover the registration deadlines, the five mandatory exam sections, and the official marking policies to ensure you are fully prepared for the application process
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Main Learning: 5 Key Takeaways
Registration Timeline: Online registration is open from 17 October 2025 to 17 November 2025, with the final fee transaction deadline on 18 November 2025
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Examination Structure: The test is a 3-hour (180 minutes) Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of 100 questions
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Mandatory Sections: Candidates are evaluated across five segments: Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Language Comprehension, General Awareness, and Innovation & Entrepreneurship
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Marking Scheme: Each correct response earns +4 marks, while each incorrect response results in a -1 mark deduction
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Eligibility: Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline; final-year students are also eligible to apply for the 2026-27 academic session
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NTA Exam Relevance CMAT is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the NTA for admission to management programs in AICTE-affiliated institutions
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One Revision Question How many total questions are in the CMAT-2026 exam, and what is the penalty for an incorrect answer?