KMAT 2025 exam will be conducted in remote online proctored mode. Read the article below to know the remote online proctored exam guidelines.
KMAT 2025 exam day checklist: Karnataka Management Aptitude Test 2025 will be conducted on September 7, 2025, in the remote online proctored or internet-based test mode. This year too, the Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association (KPPGCA) has decided to conduct the KMAT 2025 exam in home-based online proctored mode with the help of Artificial Intelligence and Human Proctoring. Students appearing for the KMAT exam 2025, should follow the KMAT exam day guidelines during and before the exam as anyone who does not adhere to these may be barred from taking the exam. Students are not required to visit the KMAT exam centre and can rather take the exam online from their homes. Read the article below to know the guidelines laid by the exam conducting authority to take the online test and KMAT exam schedule.
KMAT 2025: Important Dates and Events
Refer to the table below to know the complete KMAT exam schedule 2025.
| Event |
Dates |
|---|---|
| Online registrations begin |
Closed |
| Last date of application |
20-Aug-2025 |
| KMAT mock test |
03-Sep-2025 to 04-Sep-2025 |
| Admit card release |
02-Sep-2025 |
| KMAT 2025 |
07-Sep-2025 |
| Result declaration |
TBA |
Commonly asked questions
No, the KMAT exam will be conducted only in single shift. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the KPPGCA, exam conducting authority, has resolved to the remote-proctored mode. Even then, the exam will only be conducted in one shift on a single day. KMAT exam pattern has not changed much since past few years. KMAT exam was conducted in the internet-based test mode in the morning shift on September 7, 2025. The shift timings for both the courses, MBA and MCA will be the same.
Candidates appearing for the KMAT exam, must not use any electronic item including the watch, mobile phone, ipad, calculator, smartwatch, etc. during the KMAT exam. Any candidate found using such an item during the exam will be disqualified. Candidates can check time on the onscreen timer on their computer systems during the KMAT exam. Apart from electronic items, stationary other than a blue/black ball point pen and eatables are not allowed. Caps and headgear, goggles, etc. which cover the face in any way are also not allowed during the exam.
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KMAT 2025: Guidelines for Online Proctored Mode of Examination
Candidates can take the KMAT 2025 test from their homes using a laptop or a desktop (with a webcam) and a 5 Mbps uninterrupted internet connection. Students must remember that they will be invigilated with the help of AI and Human Proctor. Candidates must take the exam ethically and honestly, as the exam conducting authority holds the right to disbar the candidate if he/she is found to be using unfair means.
Basic Instructions
- Candidates appearing for the exam must use a laptop/desktop which has Windows 7, 8, 10 and Ubuntu LINUX (14.1 and 16) versions.
- If the candidate is using a laptop, then he/she must make sure that it is connected to the charger throughout the exam duration.
- The laptop/desktop must have a minimum of 4GB of RAM and an Intel Core i3 processor or above for the smooth conduction of the exam.
- There must be at least 100 MB of free space on the computer.
- Candidates must be seated in front of the laptop throughout the exam in a well-lit area where their face is clearly visible.
- Candidates must take the exam in formal clothes.
- Candidates must make sure that there shouldn't be any disturbance and noise in the background.
Instructions to be Followed During the Test
- Applicants must not leave their seats throughout the exam because their videos and images will be recorded and supervised in real-time with the help of AI and a Human Proctor. If they do so, it will be considered a violation.
- Applicants must not open any other application or a pop-up window, and if in case anybody is caught doing so, he/she will be disqualified.
- Applicants will not be allowed to take breaks during the exam.
- Applicants cannot use any electronic gadget, such as a tablet, calculator, etc,. while giving the exam. They can only use plain paper and a pencil after showing the same to the examiner.
- Candidates are not allowed to talk or speak during the KMAT exam.
- Candidates must have a KMAT admit card and a photo ID proof before sitting for the exam.
- Candidates must not disturb the position of the webcam during the exam.
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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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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
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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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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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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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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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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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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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