CMAT 2026 question paper was of moderate difficulty level. Candidates did not find questions too tricky or lengthy. Check here CMAT question paper 2026 and download PDF.
CMAT 2026 question paper PDF
CMAT 2026 question paper has been released today in the form of answer key PDF. Check here analysis of CMAT 2026 exam paper. Total number of questions was 100 in the CMAT question paper 2026. The questions were divided into 5 sections – Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Techniques, Language Comprehension, GK and Innovation & Entrepreneurship. The questions were easy to moderate. Candidates didn't report any surprise question or change of pattern.
- CMAT 2026 Question Paper: Section Wise Analysis
- CMAT 2026 Question Paper: Language Comprehension
- CMAT 2026 Question Paper: Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation
- CMAT 2026 Question Paper: Logical Reasoning
- CMAT 2026 Question Paper: General Awareness
- CMAT 2026 Question Paper: Innovation & Entrepreneurship
CMAT 2026 Question Paper: Section Wise Analysis
CMAT 2026 exam was conducted on January 25 in single shift. The exam paper was same as last year. Quantitative Aptitude section was easy and there were no trick questions. Check here sectional break up of the CMAT question paper.
| CMAT section |
Number of questions |
Total marks |
|---|---|---|
| Language Comprehension |
20 |
20 |
| Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation |
20 |
20 |
| Logical Reasoning |
20 |
20 |
| General Awareness |
20 |
20 |
| Innovation & Entrepreneurship |
20 |
20 |
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Commonly asked questions
Questions in MAT are asked from verbal ability, reading comprehension, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, arrangement, coding decoding, graphs and tables, family tree, blood relation, clocks and calendars, time, speed and distance, statements, etc.
CMAT has five sections.
Given below is the sectional break up of CMAT exam:
- Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation: 20 questions of 4 marks each
- Logical Reasoning: 20 questions of 4 marks each
- Language Comprehension: 20 questions of 4 marks each
- General Awareness: 20 questions of 4 marks each
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship: 20 questions of 4 marks each.
Latest CMAT exam pattern is given below:
- Question paper carries 100 MCQs
- Each section has 20 question
- Exam duration is 180 minutes
- Each question carries 4 marks
- There is no negative marking
CMAT 2026 Question Paper: Language Comprehension
Language Comprehension section of CMAT 2026 had questions from FIB, Replace underlined phrase, Passive voice, Cloze passage [3 blanks], Parajumbles, Jumbled sentence, Grammar (Compound Sentence, Articles, Noun-types), Sentence Correction. An attempt of 16-17 questions with maximum accuracy will be enough to get a good score in this section.
CMAT 2026 Question Paper: Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation
CMAT exam question paper 2026 had questions on Time-speed-distance, Ratio-Proportion, Profit & Loss, SI-CI, Alligation and Mixtures, Triangles, Probability, Surds & Indices, Quad equation, Linear equation, Pie charts. An attempt of 16-17 questions will be good enough in this section.
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Commonly asked questions
Sectional weightage of CMAT is same. Since the Language Comprehension section of CMAT includes reading comprehension passages, it can be considered a lengthy section. However, any other section can also be lengthier due to nature of the questions.
Yes, there is a negative marking in CMAT exam. For each wrong answer, 1 mark will be deducted. However, no marks will be deducted for unanswered questions.
If you have appeared for CMAT before then you can prepare for another attempt only with mock tests as you would be already thorough with the syllabus and topics. You would also know your strengths and weakness. So, with CMAT mock tests, you will be able to revise and prepare accordingly. However, if you haven't appeared for CMAT or any national level MBA entrance exam before, you will need to cover the syllabus and then practice mock tests. In both scenarios, GK section will have to be prepared through year books. Only mock tests will not be helpful for CMAT GK.
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CMAT 2026 Question Paper: Logical Reasoning
Logical Reasoning section of CMAT 2026 paper included questions from Directions, Cubes, Counting the number of squares, Linear Arrangement, Family tree, Clocks, Numerical Puzzle, Misc, Logical Venn Diagram, Set Theory, Number Series, Analogy based sequence, Word based Analogy, Odd one out, Alpha numeric, Assertion Reason; Strong/Weak Argument; Assumption; Conclusion. 16-17 attempts will be good enough to meet the sectional CMAT cut off.
Also Read:
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- CMAT 2026 response sheet PDF
- CMAT 2026 exam analysis and sectional difficulty level
CMAT 2026 Question Paper: General Awareness
The General Awareness questions of CMAT question paper 2026, included static and current affairs topics from science, sports, Indian constitution, history, India and its culture. Attempting 8-12 questions will be enough to meet the sectional cut off.
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CMAT 2026 Question Paper: Innovation & Entrepreneurship
This section of CMAT exam paper 2026 had questions from usual topics such as Bootstrapping, Startup valuation, Fabian entrepreneur, Angel investment, Lean startup, Trademark, Feasibility analysis, etc. Most of the questions were easy and doable in quick time. Getting 15-17 questions right will be good enough.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks ago
Three months may not be enough for CMAT preparation, if you're doing it from scratch. However, if you are preparing for CAT, XAT, NMAT, you can prepare for CMAT in 3 months as you have clear understanding of the syllabus already and you will need exam specific practice only.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
No, candidates are not required to appear in CMAT to be eligible for BTech in CSE + MBA integated course at UIT, Karnavati University. For this course, candidates are required to appear in either JEE Mains or GUJCET to qualify for admissions.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
If you have appeared for CMAT before and have complete conceptual clarity of topics, you can prepare for CMAT with mock test practice only.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
For CMAT English preparation, candidates can refer to High School English Grammar by Wren and Martin and Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis. These two will help in building grammar and vocabulary.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Manorama Year Book, Lucent's General Knowledge will be a good source to prepare static GK for CMAT. Apart from that, you should refer Pratiyogita Darpan and GK Today for current affairs.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
For CMAT English preparation, candidates can refer to High School English Grammar by Wren and Martin and Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis. These two will help in building grammar and vocabulary.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Yes, you should carry a passport size photo along with the CMAT admit card on the exam day. The photo should preferably be the same as uploaded in the application form.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
CMAT 2027 admit card will not be release offline. Candidates will have to download it from the CMAT-NTA website only after logging into their account.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Although reporting time is mentioned on every candidate's CMAT admit card, they should reach at least an hour before the exam starting time.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
No, the digital copy of CMAT 2027 admit card will not be acceptable at the test centre. Candidates will have to carry 2 hard copies of the hall ticket on the exam day.
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Contributor-Level 7
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