KMAT is conducted for admissions to MBA/PGDM and MCA courses offered in more than 190 colleges in the state. Read the article below to know the complete KMAT Karnataka eligibility criteria 2026.
KMAT eligibility criteria 2026
KMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026: Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association (KPPGCA) has mentioned KMAT eligibility criteria 2026 for admissions to MBA/PGDM and MCA courses. Candidates seeking admission to these postgraduate courses need to fulfil eligibility criteria for the KMAT 2026 exam such as qualifying degree, minimum marks, and other criteria. KMAT 2026 eligibility criteria is in accordance with the guidelines of the University Grants Commission (UGC) for professional postgraduate courses.
KMAT application form 2026 was released on April 2, 2026. The application process is expected to continue till August 2026. Check the article below to kmow the KMAT eligibiltiy criteria, domicile criteria, age limit, etc.
- KMAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria- Highlights
- KMAT Karnataka 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- KMAT Karnataka 2026 Domicile Criteria
KMAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria- Highlights
Check the table below to know the highlights for KMAT 2026 eligibility criteria:
| Factors | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | There is no age limit for Karnataka KMAT. However, candidates must be at least 21 years old at the time of admission. |
| Nationality | Candidates applying for the exam must be a citizen of India |
| Educational Qualification |
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| Work Experience | KMAT exam eligibility criteria does not include work experience. Both working and non working candidates are eligible to apply |
| Number of Attempts | KMAT is conducted only once a year. |
KMAT Karnataka 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates appearing for the exam can check here eligibility for MBA/PGDM and MCA courses offered through KMAT 2026 exam.
KMAT Eligibility Criteria for MBA/PGDM
- Candidates should have a bachelor's degree of 3 year duration from any recognised college/institute.
- They must have obtained a minimum of 50% aggregate.
- If the candidates belong to SC or ST category, they should have obtained at least 45% aggregate in all subjects of their final year of graduation.
- Candidates appearing for the final year examination of their bachelor's degree are also eligible.
- Candidates who passed a Master’s degree examination in Commerce, Management, Arts, Social Sciences, Engineering & Technology streams from any recognised institute/university are also eligible to apply for KMAT 2026.
Also Read: KMAT 2026 preparation strategy
KMAT 2026 Eligibility for MCA
- Candidates seeking admission to MCA courses through KMAT 2026 exam must hold a bachelor degree in any stream.
- They must have secured 50% aggregate in the final year examination of their bachelor degree.
- Moreover, they must have studied Mathematics subject at their Class 12 level examinations.
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KMAT Karnataka 2026 Domicile Criteria
Candidates belonging to any part of the country are eligible to apply for the KMAT exam. Candidates can apply for KMAT 2026 irrespective of their locality status/residential address. Earlier, KMAT eligibility as prescribed by KPPGCA, stated that only candidates residing in Karnataka can apply for the exam. KPPGCA has removed the domicile criteria now. Candidates filling the KMAT exam 2026 must check the KMAT Karnataka eligibility criteria thoroughly before applying for the exam. Shiksha has shared a few preparation article for KMAT exam 2026:
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 days ago
KMAT admit card 2026 is expected to release in the first week of September 2026. The admit card will release online.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 days ago
Yes, students can get a duplicate copy of the KMAT admit card if they loose the original copy by following:
- Login again to candidate portal on KMAT India website and download admit card.
- Students can contact exam authorities and request them to issue a new admit card.
- If candiadate looses admit card a
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
Last date to register for KMAT 2026 exam is yet to be announced. It will likely be in August 2026. The KMAT application form was released on April 2, 2026.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
Taking coaching to prepare for KMAT exam is not necessary. It completely depends on each individual. It can be helpful if the student cannot prepare alone or require guidance.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
No, the session 2 dates of KMAT registrations are yet to be opened for 2026 admissions to Empire College of Science MBA course. Candidates are not required to appear for KMAT in order to apply for MBA. However, if the candidates wish to apply through KMAT then they can expect the session 2 registrat
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
No, there is no fee concession on registration fee. The conducting body, KPPGCA, offers the same application fee for candidates belonging to the reserved categories, such as SC/ST as for the unreserved category. This year, the application fee for KMAT is INR 850, which includes GST.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
A candidate must have a Bachelor's degree with at least 50 per cent aggregate marks. Aspirants of KMAT 2026 must carefully go through the KMAT application form instructions to register for the state-level entrance exam.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
No, candidates cannot make change in KMAT application form once submitted. Candidates must review application form before submission. If there is an error, they must make the changes immediately.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Yes, when candidates are applying for KMAT they do not have to fill form and pay application fee in one go. However, they have to pay the application within a few days of filling KMAT registration form. Candidates must note that a completely filled application form without application fee will be re
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
KMAT application fee is not refundable. After student has paid KMAT application fee, authorities will not refund fee under any circumstances. Even if they do not appear for KMAT exam.
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