CMAT is one of the most popular MBA entrance exams in India after CAT. Admission to MBA colleges accepting CMAT score is based on cut offs, which are much lower than CAT. Check here the list of top CMAT colleges and their admission cut offs 2026. Read on.
Top CMAT colleges in India include JBIMS, SIMSREE, KJ Somaiya, PUMBA, GIM-Goa, GLIM Chennai among others. Admission cut offs for these colleges are high in the range of 90 to 99 percentile.
Overall, NTA CMAT score is accepted by 1300 MBA colleges in India. These include private, government as well as government aided institutions. CMAT 2026 was was conducted on January 25 and the CMAT 2026 result was announced on February 17. Admission to some of the CMAT colleges is still open for 2026 academic session.
While selecting an MBA college that accepts CMAT score, candidates must not only consider CMAT cut offs, but also their preferred course (specialization), recognition, eligibility criteria, location, selection process, course fees, infrastructure, pedagogy, faculty and placements record. Check in this article below CMAT Colleges list and cut offs for 2026 admission.
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Top MBA Colleges Accepting CMAT: Cut Offs and Fees
CMAT cut offs mentioned in the table below are estimation based on previous years' admission trend. Candidates can use the following data to shortlist colleges for themselves, based on their expected scores. They are advised to check the college admission criteria and cut offs before filling the admission form.
| Colleges accepting CMAT score |
Expected CMAT Cut Off (2026)* |
Tuition Fee (Approx.)** |
|---|---|---|
| 99.97 percentile |
INR 6.00 to 7.00 lakh |
|
| 99.85 percentile |
INR 4.28 to 20.50 lakh |
|
| 99.20 percentile |
INR 17.30 lakh |
|
| 99.06 percentile |
INR 9.00 to 11.00 lakh |
|
| 95 percentile |
INR 8.90 lakh |
|
| 85 percentile |
INR 15.90 lakh |
|
| 85 percentile |
INR 9.65 lakh |
|
| 85 percentile |
INR 16.5 lakh |
|
| 82 percentile |
INR 1.40 to 14.80 lakh |
|
| 75 percentile |
INR 13.00 to 14.00 lakh |
|
| 75 percentile |
INR 5.50 lakh |
|
| 75 percentile |
INR 2.30 lakh |
|
| 75 percentile |
INR 11.00 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 7.70 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 11.00 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 11.00 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 7.95 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 8.40 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 8.00 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 8.48 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 6.00 lakh |
|
| 80 percentile |
INR 13.60 lakh |
|
| 75 percentile |
INR 13.50 lakh |
|
| 60 percentile |
INR 5.58 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 2.20 lakh |
|
| 80 percentile |
INR 4.70 lakh |
|
| 80 percentile |
INR 7.50 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 4.85 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 5.60 lakh |
|
| 75 percentile |
INR 4.00 lakh |
|
| 70 percentile |
INR 6.00 lakh |
|
| 60 percentile |
INR 8.25 lakh |
|
| 60 percentile |
INR 7.00 lakh |
* These are speculative cut offs for reference purpose only.
** Fees mentioned in the table is from previous academic session. It is liable to change in the new academic session.
Also Read:
- CMAT 2026 Score vs Percentile: How to Calculate?
- CMAT score normalization process
- What is a good score in CMAT 2026?
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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 4 weeks 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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Answered 4 weeks 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 a month 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 a month 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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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
Yes, you should carry a passport size photo along with the CMAT admit card on the exam day. The photo should preferably be the same as uploaded in the application form.
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