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.
Latest: CMAT 2026 result out - live updates
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 |
Commonly asked questions
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 |
Commonly asked questions
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.
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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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Student Forum
Answered Yesterday
Yes, 6 months is enough to prepare for CMAT exam. Make a plan in the following manner:
First 3 months | Cover syllabus |
Next 2 months | Practice mock tests |
Last 1 month | Revision and more mock test |
Read More: CMAT preparation in 6 months
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered Yesterday
All the five sections of CMAT have equal weightage of 20 questions and 80 marks. Candidates must prepare keeping in mind, scoring a minimum of 50 in every section is important for a decent score.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered Yesterday
Candidates can prepare for CMAT Logical Reasoning with:
· Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT by Nishit K. Sinha
· How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for CAT by Arun Sharma
· A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
· Concepts of LR - Logical Reas
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 6 days ago
The CMAT exam application usually starts from third week of October. Last date for application is around November last week. The exam is conducted in fourth week of January. Results are declared by February second week. The seats are allotted by ACPC. The registrations start from June and continue t
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 weeks ago
Yes, ICMAI has announced release date for CMA Final exam to be conducted between June 11 and June 18 on its official website. As per the notice, the result will be announced the latest by August 05, 2026.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 4 weeks ago
According to official notice released by ICMAI, the CMA Foundation result for June 2026 exam will be released the latest by July 09, 2026.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Yes, CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT scores are valid for KIITEE MBA. Candidates applying online will be required to submit copies of their mark sheets and other supporting documents.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The CMAT exam is conducted for admission in MBA at PG level in colleges. CMAT is a computer-based-test. The duration of CMAT is 3 hours. It consists of 100 questions. There are 20 questions each of the following sections:
- Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation
- Logical Reasoning
- Language Compreh
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
At GIBS Business School Bangalore, students are trained for interviews and corporate readiness through:
Regular mock interviews and group discussions to practice real-life scenarios.
Focus on developing soft skills, like communication and leadership.
Exposure to the corporate world through guest lectur
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a month ago
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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Contributor-Level 9
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