Sports Management Admission Test (SMAT) Application Form 2025, Registration: Know How to Apply

Sports Management Admission Test (SMAT) 2025

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SMAT 2025 application form can be filled at the official website of the International Institute of Sports Management (IISM). Candidates can register for Sports Management Admission Test (SMAT) for admission to UG anf PG management courses. Registration window for SMAT 2025 is open till May 13, 2025.

The SMAT application form is available in online mode at the offiicial website of IISM. Candidates who have appeared for MAH-CET-MBA/MMS and have obtained 55 percentile (Open category) and 45 percentile (Reserved Category) can seek admission to IISM without appearing in SMAT. To be eligible for the UG programme of the IISM SMAT candidates should secure 50 per cent in the Class 12 exam.

Q:   What is the SMAT application fee?
A: 

The fee amount to be paid for SMAT is INR 1,800. Candidates have to pay the fee in online mode at the time of application submission. For every attempt, candidates need to register afresh and pay the application fee. Candidates must also note that the SMAT application fee is non refundable.

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Q:   How can I register for Sports Management Admission Test (SMAT)?
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SMAT application forms are released online at the IISM website. Candidates need to fill the application form by registering on the IISM website and creating a login ID. Since, the SMAT is conducted every month, the registration window also opens every month for that particular exam session. Currently, the registration window for February phase exam is open. The link to apply is given above on this page.

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Q:   Which courses are offered by IISM through SMAT?
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IISM offers Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management, Master’s Degree in Sports Management, Post Graduate Programme in Sports Management, Bachelor’s of Sports Science and Master’s of Sports Science.

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  • How to Apply for SMAT 2025?
  • SMAT 2025 Important Dates
  • SMAT Application Fee 2025
  • Details to be Filled in SMAT Application Form 2025
  • Instructions Related to SMAT Application Form 2025
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How to Apply for SMAT 2025?

Candidates will have to follow the below-mentioned steps to successfully register and apply for the Sports Management Admission Test 2025:

Step 1: Registration

The candidate will have to visit the official website of the International Institute of Sports Management in order to register for the SMAT 2025. On visiting the homepage of the institute, the candidate will have to click on the link ‘Register Now'.

Link to Apply: https://admissions.iismworld.com/

On opening the link, the candidate will have to fill in the following details:

Details to be filled in the registration form

Name

Email Address

Phone number

Password

State

City

Course

Captcha

On registering, the candidate will receive a login ID and password on the entered email ID. The candidate will have to use the credentials to log into the website.

Step 2: Application Form Submission

The candidate will have to download the SMAT application form and fill up the details required on the form.

  • Go to the IISM website or click on the link given above
  • Enter login credentials to log in to your account
  • Fill the application form with relevant details
  • Upload passport size photo and scanned signature
  • Upload relevant documents
  • Pay the application fee to complete the process
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Q:   Who can apply for Sports Management Admission Test or SMAT exam?
A: 

A candidate who has a keen interest in Sports Management can apply for SMAT for admission to UG or PG courses of their choice.

  • Eligibility criteria for UG courses is Class XII pass with a minimum aggregate of 50% for Open Category & 45% for reserved category in all the subjects.
  • Eligibility criteria for UG courses is Graduation with a minimum aggregate of 50% for Open Category & 45% for reserved category in all the subjects.
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Q:   Are multiple attempts allowed in SMAT?
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SMAT exam is conducted in multiple phases. Candidates can choose to appear for the exam in the session of their choice. If they are not happy with their score, they can reappear in the next session by registering again.

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Q:   What is the admission process of the SMAT Exam?
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Clearing both the SMAT and the personal interview stage is required for the SMAT selection procedure. SMAT and PI are given 80% and 20% of the total points, respectively. Candidates who scored at or above the 65th percentile in the following tests: CAT 2021, 22/ NMAT 2021, 22/ XAT 2022, 23/ Valid GMAT (2019 onwards).

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SMAT 2025 Important Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Sports Management Admission Test (SMAT) 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
13 May ' 25

Last date of SMAT 2025 form submission (May)

15 May ' 25

Last date of SMAT 2025 Essay Submission (May)

17 May ' 25

SMAT 2025 Exam (May)

DatesPast Exam Dates
27 Apr ' 25

SMAT 2025 exam (April)

25 Apr ' 25

Last date of essay submission for SMAT 2025 (April)

22 Apr ' 25

Last date to apply for SMAT 2025 (April)

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SMAT Application Fee 2025

Once all the details have been filled in and the documents have been uploaded in the SMAT 2025 application form, the candidate will have to pay the application fee, which is INR 1,800.

Candidates can pay SMAT 2025 fee via the following modes:

  • Online (Net banking / Credit card / Debit card)
  • Cheque
  • Cash
  • Demand Draft

The account details are as follows:

Name of Bank

ICICI Bank

Name

Eduhub Education Pvt. Ltd. A/c IISM

A/C No

003505011613

NEFT/ IFSC Code:

ICIC0000035

Branch

ICICI Thane (W)

 

Name of Bank

Kotak Mahindra Bank

Name

Eduhub Education Pvt. Ltd. A/c IISM

A/C No

3611621398

NEFT/ IFSC Code

KKBK0000675

Branch

Manpada, Thane (W)

Once all the formalities are completed, the candidate will receive an application number which will be used for future purposes.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the placement salary at International Institute of Sports & Management?
A: 

The institute has released the course-wise highest and average packages for the 2024 drive. The overall highest package stood at INR 7.50 LPA and was grabbed by MSM students. The table below depicts the International Institute of Sports & Management placement package for 2024:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2024)
the highest package

-INR 7.50 LPA (MSM)

- INR 4.50 LPA (BSM)

- INR 4.50 LPA (PGP)

Average package

- INR 4.11 LPA (MSM)

- INR 3.18 LPA (BSM)

- INR 3.50 LPA (PGP)

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Q:   Which was the top sector during PGPSM placements at International Institute of Sports & Management?
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Operations were the top sector with 41.88% of companies hired the PGPSM students during 2024 drive . The table below showcases the sector-wise split of PGPSM batch 2024 during International Institute of Sports & Management placements:

Sector

Percentage of Recruiters Hired (2024)

Operations

41.88% 

Sales/ Business Development

 23.53%
Sports Facility Manager11.76%
Freelancing5.88%

Sponsorship

 5.88%
Sports Travel 5.88%

Media and Content

  5.88%
 
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Q:   Can I appear for multiple SMAT sessions with single registration?
A: 

Candidates cannot appear for multiple SMAT sessions with single registration. The exam is conducted phase wise so does the registration. If one wishes to appear for the exam more than one time then they will have to register for the session specific exam. The SMAT registration fee is INR 1800.

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Details to be Filled in SMAT Application Form 2025

Details to be filled in SMAT application form

Name

Father/Mother name

Gender

Aadhar Card

Date of Birth

Mobile number

Education details

Education certificates

Along with the details, the candidate will have to upload a scanned copy of their passport size photograph and signature. The details are as follows:

Passport Size Photo

Document

Passport Size photograph

Format

JPEG

Size

up to 2 MB

Picture

Coloured

Signature

Document

Signature

Format

JPEG

Size

up to 2 MB

Picture

Black/Blue colour

The candidate will have to upload the above images along with their educational certificates and mark sheets with the SMAT 2O25 application form.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is SMAT a mandatory entrance test for IISM?
A: 

Yes, SMAT is a mandatory entrance test. Master of Sports Management, PGP in Sports and Wellness Management & PGP in Sports Event Management aspirants can apply with their MAH-CET scores. Such candidates will not have to appear for SMAT.

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Q:   In which sector MSM students received the highest number of offers during International Institute of Sports & Management placements?
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It has been observed that the majority of recruiters from Media and Content (23.70%) sector hired the MSM batch 2024. The table below showcases the sector-wise distribution of International Institute of Sports & Management, Mumbai placements 2024 for MSM:

Sector

Percentage of Recruiters Hired (2024)

Media and Content

23.70%

Sales/ Business Development

21.10%

Operations

18.40%

Freelancing11.80%
HR5.30%
Sports Facility Manager5.30%

Sponsorship

5.30%

Marketing

5.30%

Sports Travel3.90%
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Instructions Related to SMAT Application Form 2025

  • The candidates are advised to read the instructions before applying to the programme
  • All fields marked with * need to be compulsory filled
  • An Online application number will be displayed once the aspirant has successfully submitted the online form by making the online payment
  • The candidate can quote the application number on any communication with IISM
  • Candidates are advised to keep the scanned copies handy of their respective coloured photographs, and signature for uploading

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Answered 2 months ago

Candidates cannot appear for multiple SMAT sessions with single registration. The exam is conducted phase wise so does the registration. If one wishes to appear for the exam more than one time then they will have to register for the session specific exam. The SMAT registration fee is INR 1800.

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Answered 2 months ago

SMAT exam is conducted in multiple phases. Candidates can choose to appear for the exam in the session of their choice. If they are not happy with their score, they can reappear in the next session by registering again.

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