CMAT exam has 100 questions with maximum score being 400. Candidates scoring 200 marks in CMAT 2026 can refer this article to know 200 marks in CMAT percentile, and what colleges to expect for 200 marks in CMAT.
200 marks in CMAT 2026 Percentile: The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts CMAT exam with 100 questions. Each question in CMAT has 4 marks. Achieving a score of 200 marks in CMAT 2026 is a significant milestone for admission into top b-schools. To understand the impact 200 marks in CMAT, candidates must understand the CMAT scoring system. The exam consists of 100 questions, with a maximum possible score of 400 marks. CMAT raw score reflects individual accuracy, whereas the CMAT percentile is a comparative scale that indicates how a candidate performed relative to all other test-takers.
Candidates can calculate 200 marks in CMAT out of 400. CMAT percentile for 200 marks can be predicted based on past year's percentile vs score analysis. As per CMAT score vs percentile, candidates securing 200 marks, past trends and analyses suggest an expected percentile range between 70 and 80, although some predictions indicate it could reach the 80 to 90 percentile bracket depending on the difficulty of the exam and the total number of participants.
CMAT is conducted in multiple sessions, therefore, the NTA will use a percentile equivalence technique to rank candidates across different shifts fairly. Candidates can calculate percentile score for 200 marks accurately only when NTA declares the CMAT results. Scroll down to know how much is 200 marks in CMAT percentile, what colleges to expect for 200 marks in CMAT, and how is percentile score calculated.
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- What will 200 Marks be in CMAT Percentile 2026?
- CMAT 2026 Score vs Percentile - Expected
- CMAT Score Calculation Process
- CMAT Percentile Calculation Process
- CMAT 2026 College Predictor for 200 Marks
What will 200 Marks be in CMAT Percentile 2026?
Scoring 200 marks in CMAT required candidates to mark a total of 50 questions with accuracy and leaving the rest unattempted. With a negative marking of 1 mark in place for every incorrect response, scoring 200 marks with incorrect responses can be tricky.
Candidates obtaining 200 marks in CMAT 2026 can expect a percentile score between 70 and 80.
200 Marks in CMAT: Score vs Percentile
Check the table below for year-wise CMAT score vs percentile analysis for marks around 200:
| Exam Year | CMAT Score Range | CMAT Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| CMAT 2025 score vs percentile | 190 - 209 | 80 - 84 |
| CMAT 2024 score vs percentile | 171 - 200 | 71 - 80 |
| CMAT 2022 score vs percentile | 200 | 75.07 |
CMAT 2026 Score vs Percentile - Expected
Refer to the table below to analyse CMAT score vs percentile. This is an expected comparison and may change with the release of CMAT scorecard.
| CMAT Score |
CMAT Percentile |
|---|---|
| 340+ |
99.99 |
| 295 - 305 |
99.5+ |
| 275 - 285 |
99 |
| 255 - 265 |
95 |
| 235 - 245 |
90 |
CMAT Score Calculation Process
NTA calculates CMAT score using a predefined marking scheme. As per the marking criteria for CMAT exam, candidates get +4 marks for each correct response and -1 mark for every incorrect response. Candidates do not face any penalty for unatempted questions. In order to calculate CMAT scores, candidates must know the number of correct responses marked by them. In addition, candidates must also know the number of incorrect responses marked by them.
Formula for calculation of CMAT score = 4*number of correct responses - number of incorrect responses
Find some examples below to know how CMAT score will be calculated:
NTA does not release CMAT cut off. It has no role in release of CMAT cut off or admission through it. The CMAT cut offs are determined and released by score accepting colleges individually. The institutes either release CMAT cut off at the time of applications for admission or announce it during the PI shortlisting process.
It is quite unlikely that you can get admission if you do not meet the academic eligibility criteria for MBA. The basic criteria of selection are CMAT score and academic score. As per the AICTE, the minimum score required in graduation to qualify for MBA programme is 50 % (for SC/ST/PwD category, the minimum score requirement is 45%. So, MBA aspirants must ensure that they have scored at least 50 percent in their Bachelor's degree programme.
CMAT cutoff refers to minimum percentile required for admission to a particular college. Score accepting colleges determine the cut offs individually based on certain parameters. CMAT cut offs for top colleges like JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA are generally 99 percentile and above.
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CMAT Percentile Calculation Process
NTA calculates the percentile of a candidate based on how other candidates performed in the exam. Those who secure highest score in CMAT get a 100 percentile. Since, CMAT exam has two sessions, NTA will use the percentile equivalence technique to rank candidates across shifts on a comparative scale.
The formula for CMAT percentile calculation is:
Also Read: What is CMAT Score Normalisation Process?
CMAT 2026 College Predictor for 200 Marks
As per the analysis, candidates scoring 200 marks in CMAT may get a percentile score within 70 and 80. Check space below to know some MBA colleges accepting CMAT score 70-80 percentile:
- Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow
- Christ University Bangalore
- Alliance School of Business, Bangalore
- PSG Institute of Management, Coimbatore
- NDIM Delhi
- Fortune Institute of International Business, Delhi
- BIT Mesra
- AIMS Institute, Bangalore
- ITM Business School, Navi Mumbai
- ISBM, Pune
Besides the above mentioned colleges, many other colleges accepting CMAT scores will offer admissions to candidates with 200 marks. Candidates must refer to the CMAT cutoff to predict colleges for their percentile and score.
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While CMAT is the primary route, RGPV may occasionally admit based on merit in graduation if seats remain vacant after all CMAT-qualified candidates are placed through College Level Counselling.
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MAT and CMAT both are moderately difficulty exam, but have their own challenges. While, CMAT has one extra section Innovation and Entrepreneurship, MAT has a separate section for Data Interpretation having 30 questions. With focused preparation, you can crack either of the two that you choose.
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CMAT cutoff refers to minimum percentile required for admission to a particular college. Score accepting colleges determine the cut offs individually based on certain parameters. CMAT cut offs for top colleges like JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA are generally 99 percentile and above.
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With 82 percentile in CMAT, you stand a chance of getting colleges like Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon, Jaipuria Institute of Management Noida, IPE Hyderabad, FLAME University Pune, Asia Pacific Institute of Management Delhi, Prestige Institute of Management Indore among others.
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CMAT total marks is 400. It is usually considered that scoring 270 to 300 marks can convert into good percentile, about 99 percentile. Around 200 marks can get you 90 percentile which is also good if you are targeting private colleges.
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Answered 2 weeks ago
There is no passing mark in CMAT exam, as admission is based on cut offs determined by colleges. A candidate scoring more than 0 in CMAT is eligible for admission will be selected only if they meet minimum cut off.
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Answered 2 weeks ago
CMAT 2026 result was declared by February 17, 2026. NTA released the scorecard late night at the official website. Candidates can download their scorecard through login.
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Answered a month ago
No, GIM Goa does not accept CMAT scores for its PGDM programs for admissions. It only accepts CAT or XAT exam score. CAT score of previous year is accepted and XAT score of current year is accepted.
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No, CMAT scores are not compulsory for admissions into the MBA course at NSUT. Even CMAT scores are not the first priority of the admission committee to shortlist the students. Because the university considers the scores of CAT/ MAT for selecting the students. If the seats get vacant, then only CMAT
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CMAT is one of the important examinations for admission to the MBA course at Biyani Group of Colleges. However, as the MBA course at Biyani Group of Colleges is offered with the affiliation of Rajasthan Technical University. Thus, there are chances that the college can accept the relevant scores of
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