CMAT 2026 toppers’ list will be shared here soon as the result has been declared today. NTA has also released candidate data for CMAT 2026. Check below, CMAT toppers name, scores and percentiles.
CMAT 2026 toppers’ list – The National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared CMAT 2026 result today. Names of toppers will be out soon. Shiksha will share here CMAT 2026 toppers list with their names, scores and AIR.
According to NTA, a total of 53453 candidates registered for CMAT 2026 and 41, 872 appeared for the exam. The CMAT 2026 exam was held on January 25, 2026 in a single shift as the number of applications were way to low this year. Last year, the total number of test takers was 74012 and the total number of qualifying candidates was 63145.
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This blog will be updated with the CMAT 2026 toppers list as soon as the CMAT merit list 2026 is available.
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- CMAT 2026 Result: Number of Applicants
- CMAT 2026 Result: Number of Applicants
- CMAT 2026 Result: Number of Test Takers
- CMAT Toppers' List 2026
- What After CMAT 2026 Result?
CMAT 2026 Result: Number of Applicants
Category wise percentage and number of CMAT 2026 applicants are mentioned below:
| Exam |
Registered Candidate |
Appeared Candidates |
%age |
|---|---|---|---|
| CМАТ-2026 |
53,453 |
41,872 |
78.33 |
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.
CMAT 2026 Result: Number of Applicants
Given below is the table indicating category wise break up of number of CMAT 2026 number of applicants.
| Category |
General |
General EWS |
OBC NCL |
SC |
ST |
PwD/PwBD |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female |
14,251 |
2,933 |
6,515 |
1,400 |
414 |
40 |
25,513 |
| Male |
12,717 |
3,834 |
8,881 |
1,980 |
526 |
106 |
27,938 |
| Third Gender |
2 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
2 |
|
|
26,970 |
6,767 |
15,396 |
3,380 |
940 |
146 |
53,453 |
CMAT 2026 Result: Number of Test Takers
Category wise break up of number of candidates who appeared for CMAT 2026.
| Category |
General |
General EWS |
OBC NCL |
SC |
ST |
PwD/PwBD |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female |
10,790 |
2,394 |
5,331 |
1, 061 |
329 |
31 |
19,905 |
| Male |
9,711 |
3,171 |
7,210 |
1,479 |
395 |
76 |
21,996 |
| Third Gender |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
1 |
|
|
20,502 |
5,565 |
15,396 |
3,380 |
724 |
107 |
41,872 |
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.
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.
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CMAT Toppers' List 2026
CMAT ranks are determined on the basis of highest marks scored. The candidate who scores the highest marks is ranked 1st. Names and scores of CMAT 2026 toppers will be
| CMAT 2026 Topper Name |
CMAT 2026 Score |
|---|---|
| TBA |
TBA |
| TBA |
TBA |
| TBA |
TBA |
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What After CMAT 2026 Result?
With CMAT 2026 scores in hand, candidates should start shortlisting colleges for admission. CMAT participating colleges releases their cut offs and admission forms between February and July. Candidates can check out the admission schedule of their target college and apply accordingly. CMAT admission process includes Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). Candidate should prepare for it in these months. CMAT score can also be used for admission to Maharashtra MBA colleges through MAH CET CAP. Those who wish to seek admission through MAH CET must wait for MBA CAP 2026 round registration to start in July.
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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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Answered 2 weeks ago
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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Answered 2 weeks ago
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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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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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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