
KMAT 2026 application process started on April 2 and the last date to apply is June 30. The KMAT application form 2026 is available at KMAT India website, kmatindia.com. Candidates interested in appearing for the exam must submit the KMAT form before the deadline. KMAT application form for MBA/PGDM and MCA is same. Check on this process complete details of KMAT 2026 registration and application process.
- Documents Required for Filling the KMAT Application Form 2026
- KMAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- Instructions to Be Followed During KMAT Application Process 2026
- How to Fill KMAT 2026 Application Form?
- KMAT Application Fee 2026
- Important FAQs Related to KMAT Registration
Documents Required for Filling the KMAT Application Form 2026
Before candidates start filling KMAT application form, they should have following required documents:
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Class 10 mark sheet
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Class 12 mark sheet
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Graduation mark sheet or certificate
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Date of birth proof
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Address proof
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Caste category certificate, if applicable
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Credit/debit card or net banking credentials
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Scanned signature
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Scanned passport-size photo of self, not more than three months old
Document specifications:
Students should upload scanned documents, i.e. their photographs and signatures as under:
| Document |
Dimensions |
File size |
|---|---|---|
| Signature |
6 cms (W) X 3 cms (H) |
100 KB - 200 KB |
| Photograph |
3.5 cms (W) X 4.5 cms (H) |
100 KB - 200 KB |
Also Read: KMAT exam: Online Remote Proctored Mode Guidelines
KMAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of KMAT 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 02 Apr ' 26 - 30 Jun ' 26 | KMAT 2026 registrations |
| Sep ' 26 | KMAT 2026 TENTATIVE |
Instructions to Be Followed During KMAT Application Process 2026
Candidates must keep following points in mind when filling KMAT 2026 application form:
- All fields are important to be filled with information which is correct. If the student leaves any field empty, they will not be able to submit the form.
- Check all information added in the form before submission.
- Incompleted or incorrect information will be rejected. If there is a mismatch, KMAT form will be rejected at screening level.
- After final submission and application fee payment, take a printout of Karnataka KMAT application form and fee receipt.
- Students should check confirmation mail and save it. If they do not get confirmation, they should contact admin.
Mistakes to Avoid In KMAT Application Process 2026
Some common mistakes that should be avoided when filling KMAT application form:
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Do not press back button or refresh page during fee payment.
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Enter correct communication address.
- Ensure the photograph and signatures are within the set limits and dimensions. Read the instructions given before uploading the documents.
- Ensure downloading the submitted application form and get a printout of the same for future reference.
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Do not delete emails and SMS mentioning the details of the KMAT registration ID and password.
KMAT Exam Helpdesk
In case a student faces a problem in KMAT registration or has issues like non-receipt of unique ID on email then they can reach out to the exam conducting authorities on:
Helpline number - +91 9513270139 / +91 9513271046 OR
Write a mail to info@kmatindia.com
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How to Fill KMAT 2026 Application Form?
Check below process to apply for KMAT exam.
- Open KMAT India website
- Click KMAT 2026 Application
- Click on Register and fill details such as name, date of birth, e-mail, phone number, and country to register.
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On successful registration, an OTP will be sent to the registered mobile number for verification
- Students will receive their application number and password on their registered mobile number and email ID.
- Log in with their KMAT details i.e. Application Number and Password to fill the form. The details to be filled in the application form are:
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Enter name, domicile status, DOB, course, graduation details, address
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Make fee payment using Net banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, Wallets and other online payment methods.
KMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026
KMAT 2026 eligibility criteria is:
- Students should have completed their graduation from a recognised university
- They must have obtained a minimum 50 per cent or equivalent CGPA in the final year examination of their Bachelors degree.
- For candidates belonging to SC/ST category, minimum aggregate is 45 per cent or equivalent CGPA.
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There is no age limit for Karnataka KMAT. But, candidates must be at least 21 years old at the time of admission.
Read More: KMAT Karnataka eligibility criteria
KMAT Application Fee 2026
Check table below to know KMAT Karnataka application fee 2026.
| Category |
Application fee (in INR) |
|---|---|
| General and NC-OBC |
INR 873.60 (including GST and Platform Fee) |
| SC, ST and PWD |
INR 873.60 (including GST and Platform Fee) |
Students must make sure that online transaction is completed and receipt or acknowledgement is generated. Also, they should keep a copy of fee payment acknowledgement slip for future.
Important FAQs Related to KMAT Registration
Check below a few Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on KMAT registrations:
KMAT exam is conducted in multiple cities in the state of Karnataka. Major cities of KMAT Karnataka include, Bangalore, Mysore, Mangalore, Belgaum, Hubli, Dharwad, Gulbarga, Shimoga, Davanagere, Bellary and Bijapur. These cities are selected to provide convenient access to candidates from different regions of the state.
Candidates appearing for the KMAT exam can choose only one test centre according to their preference. Candidates need to register themselves on the official website of KMAT and while filling the KMAT application form, candidates will get the option to choose one of the KMAT test cities.
No, there is no fee concession on registration fee. The conducting body, KPPGCA, offers the same application fee for candidates belonging to the reserved categories, such as SC/ST as for the unreserved category. This year, the application fee for KMAT is INR 850, which includes GST.
Yes, students from any region in the world can apply for the KMAT exam. Being a citizen of India to appear for the KMAT Karnataka exam is not mandatory. Candidates can apply for KMAT irrespective of their locality status/residential address. Earlier, KMAT eligibility as prescribed by KPPGCA, stated that only candidates residing in Karnataka can apply for the exam. KPPGCA has removed the domicile criteria now.
A candidate must have a Bachelor's degree with at least 50 per cent aggregate marks. Aspirants of KMAT 2026 must carefully go through the KMAT application form instructions to register for the state-level entrance exam.