
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.
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.

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.

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.

- 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
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
Commonly asked questions
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.

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.

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).

SMAT 2025 Important Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Sports Management Admission Test (SMAT) 2025 exam
Dates | Upcoming 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) |
Dates | Past 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) |
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.
Commonly asked questions
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:
Particulars | Placement 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) |

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 Manager | 11.76% |
Freelancing | 5.88% |
Sponsorship | 5.88% |
Sports Travel | 5.88% |
Media and Content | 5.88% |

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.

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.
Commonly asked questions
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.

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% |
Freelancing | 11.80% |
HR | 5.30% |
Sports Facility Manager | 5.30% |
Sponsorship | 5.30% |
Marketing | 5.30% |
Sports Travel | 3.90% |

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
Read More:
Get all exam details, important updates and more.
Sports Management Admission Test (SMAT) Exam
Student Forum
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.
A
Beginner-Level 5
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.
A
Beginner-Level 5
2 Institutes accepting Sports Management Admission Test (SMAT)
International Institute of Sports & Management
Andheri East, Mumbai • Private
- ₹ 8.41 Lakh
- 2 years
- |
- Full Time
Garware Institute of Career Education and Developmen...
Santacruz East, Mumbai • Public
- ₹ 8.41 Lakh
- 2 years
- |
- Full Time
Can I appear for multiple SMAT sessions with single registration?