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 - NTA CMAT as it is a gateway to over 1300 management institutions. CMAT score is accepted by all AICTE approved institutions, which includes some of the Tier 1 colleges as well. Admission is based on cut offs, so it is critical to perform well in CMAT 2026. The exam was conducted on January 25 and the CMAT 2026 result has been announced today. If you've performed as per expectation, get on to shortlisting colleges for admission.
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. Read this article for CMAT Colleges list and expected cut offs for 2026 admission.
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CMAT cut offs mentioned in the table below are estimation based on previous years' admission trend. The CMAT 2026 cut offs are expected to be in the same range, 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?
- CMAT cut offs for JBIMS, KJ Somaiya,Welingkars
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 17 hours ago
Yes, it is important to practice sectional mock tests as the exam has no time limit for each section, unlike CAT. Sectional mocks will help you in have a practice of solving each section in a time bound manner.
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Answered 17 hours ago
CMAT mock test is an important aspect of exam preparation. You cannot score well in the exam with extensive practice of mock tests.
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Answered 17 hours ago
In the last week of CMAT 2027 you should practice only one mock test, that too to stay in the online test mode. You must not attempt multiple tests and rather spend time on revision.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 17 hours ago
You should start practicing the CMAT mock tests after completing the syllabus. This way, you will be bale to check which topics you have mastered and which ones are your pain areas.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 17 hours ago
We suggest to attempt only one CMAT mock test on a given day, as it is a 3 hour long test and you will need time to analyse the result too.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 17 hours ago
Yes, NTA provides CMAT mock tests. Candidates can practice the official mock tests at NTA website without login. Mock tests help in understanding the exam structure and interface.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 17 hours ago
CMAT 2027 exam preparation will require two phase planning – one will be covering the syllabus and another will be practicing mock tests with revision. You should start atleast six months before the exam. You can join a coaching institute or take help from online study material to prepare for the ex
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Contributor-Level 7
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Yes, candidates will need to have a valid Aadhaar number to register for CMAT exam. Until last year, candidates could use other photo IDs too to register for the exam.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 days ago
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 application fee is non-refundable. Candidates cannot seek fee refund under any circumstances. Thus, they should fill the CMAT registration form correctly.
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