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: All India Rank
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
Ideally, one would say that 99 to100 percentile is good for MBA Admission. However, it is not possible for all candidates to score so high. So, what shall be considered a good score in CMAT. A good CMAT score is basically a score that will get you a seat in your desired college. So, if you desire a Tier 1 college, a good score in CMAT will be 85 percentile and above. If you desire a Tier 2 college, a good score in CMAT will be 70 to 85 percentile and for a Tier 3 college, less than 70 percentile in CMAT will be good. Now, if you want to understand CMAT. Score in terms of percentile, so that while giving the exam you know how much raw score is needed to get the required percentile for the desired college, you need to know how much CMAT score is equal to percentile. About 340 to 350 score is equal to 100 percentile in CMAT About 281to 340 score is equal to 90 to 99.99 percentile in CMAT About 201 to 280 score is equal to 81 to 89 percentile in CMAT About 171 to 200 score is equal to 71to 80 percentile in CMAT About 140 to 171 score is equal to 61 to 70 percentile in CMAT About 116 to 140 score is equal to 51 to 60 percentile in CMAT.
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
Yes, you can apply for CMAT as only passing marks are required in graduation to apply. However, CMAT accepting colleges accept candidature only above 50% (45% for Reserved categories).
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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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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
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 days ago
CMAT is a domestic exam conducted for admission to MBA/PGDM courses in MBA colleges located in India. It is not conducted outside India.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 days ago
CMAT exam is conducted in 124+ cities across India.The centre is alloted to the candidate on the basis of their choice as mentioned in the CMAT application form.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 weeks ago
MCA colleges in Ahmedabad without CMAT are in this table. Check courses and fees.
| MCA Colleges in Ahmedabad without CMAT | Total Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Silver Oak College of Computer Application (SOCCA) MCA | INR 1.64 lakh |
INR 1.72 Lakh | |
INR 10, 600 | |
INR 1.2 Lacs - INR 1.3 Lakh | |
| Sabarmati University MCA | INR 90,000 |
| Sardar Vallabhbhai Global University MCA Courses | INR 2.18 Lakh |
Note: All info. is from official sites and can change.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
To get a seat at IFMR Chennai, students have to first appear for any one of the entrance exams accepted by the institute for the MBA/PGDM course admission. CAT, XAT, NMAT, CMAT, Andhra Pradesh ICET, IPAMT and SAT India are the entrance exams accepted by this institute for admission to the management
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
To get a seat in the FLAME University of the MBA/PGDM course, you have to appear for any one of the accepted exams, like CAT, XAT, CMAT, etc. After clearing the exam, you have to get shortlisted for further admission round, which involves PI or GD.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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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