KMAT MCA Analysis 2026: Get Detailed Paper Analysis & Review
Karnataka Management Aptitude Test 2026 ( KMAT )
KMAT exam analysis 2025: The Karnataka Management Aptitude Test (KMAT) is conducted for admission to top management institutes in the state of Karnataka. Karnataka Post Graduate Private Colleges Association (KPPGCA) conducts KMAT exam every year for MBA and MCA courses. KMAT 2025 was conducted in the remote online proctored mode on September 7, 2025. Session 2 exam was conducted on September 23, 2025. Shiksha has shared a detailed KMAT exam analysis below. KMAT exam analysis includes the sectional and overall difficulty of the KMAT question paper, discussion on exam pattern and marking scheme, expected cutoff, etc.
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- KMAT Analysis 2025: Highlights
- KMAT Analysis 2025
- KMAT Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme
- KMAT Previous Years' Analysis
KMAT Analysis 2025: Highlights
Given below are a few highlights about the KMAT question paper 2025:
- KMAT exam was conducted in theo online remote proctored mode. The exam was conducted in a single shift.Â
- KMAT exam pattern was the same as the previous year.
- KMAT 2025 question paper did not have negative markings. Each question carried one mark.Â
- The duration of the exam was 120 minutes or two hour.
KMAT Analysis 2025
- KMAT exam 2025 was conducted from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for the MBA course and for the MCA course, the exam will be conducted from 10 AM to 12 PM
- There was no negative marking in the KMAT question paper
- The duration of the exam was 120 minutes
- The overall difficulty of the exam was easy
Commonly asked questions
The KMAT exam is held for two hours or 120 minutes. There is only one slot for the KMAT exam. KMAT exam does not have any sectional time limit. This means, that the candidates can take the KMAT exam according to their preference and can switch between sections and questions as per their need. There is no provision of changing the exam slot. And there is no provision to apply for the same. Candidates have to take the KMAT exam from the safe environment of their homes as the exam will be conducted in the internet-based test mode and the candidates have to choose their slot for the exam day.
No, there is no negative marking in KMAT exam.
One mark is awarded for correct answers and no marks are given or subtracted for unanswered questions.
KMAT Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme
According to the KMAT exam pattern, the KMAT question paper was divided into three sections; i.e. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Ability and Logical Reasoning. Check the table below to know the marking scheme in the KMAT question paper.Â
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Ability | 40 | 40 |
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension | 40 | 40 |
| Logical Reasoning | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Commonly asked questions
Just like other management entrance exams, the Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) section is divided into Reading Comprehension and Verbal Ability/English Usage. The KMAT exam assesses your language skills, vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension abilities. There are about four to five comprehension passages while the topics of English usage are as follows:
- Synonyms
- Antonyms
- Grammar
- Fill in the blanks
- Word meanings
- Vocabulary
- Parajumbles
- Idioms and Phrases
- Error Identification
- Reading Comprehension
- Correct statement
- Cloze
- Incorrect word/phrase.
Here are some of the important topics for the KMAT syllabus:
| Section | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Completion, Phrases and Idioms, Para Jumbles, etc. |
| Quantitative Ability | Number Systems, Graphs, Arithmetic Equations, Ratio and Proportion, etc. |
| Logical Reasoning | Verbal Reasoning, Analogy, Coding and series, Syllogisms, Assumptions, Venn Diagram, Venn Diagrams, etc |
KMAT Previous Years' Analysis
KMAT 2024 Analysis
KMAT exam 2024 was conducted in the online home based proctored mode. The duration of KMAt exam was two hours and students had to take the exam remotely from their homes. The question paper of KMAT had multiple choice questions.Â
Also Read: KMAT syllabus 2025
KMAT 2023 Analysis
KMAT 2023 was conducted in the home-based online remote proctored mode. The KMAT question paper had three sections and each section had 40 questions. There were 120 questions overall and each question carried one mark. This year, the KMAT mock test was conducted on November 1 and November 2, before the release of the KMAT admit card for all the registered students. Taking the KMAT mock test was mandatory for all the candidates. The duration of the mock test was 30 minutes. Check below the section-wise KMAT Analysis 2023:
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: This section tested the candidates' abilities in terms of Grammar, Vocabulary and Reading skills. The questions were based on understanding the passages, choosing the appropriate words, phrases, expressions and other language skills.Â
Logical Reasoning: This section has questions which test how quickly and accurately a candidate can think. The section had questions based on Family Tree, Arrangement, Numeric Grid, Puzzles, Venn Diagrams, etc.
Quantitative Ability: The questions were of matriculation standard. This section tested the numerical ability of the candidates. The section has questions based on Trigonometry, Geometry, Arithmetic, Algebra, Interpretation of Tables, Graphs and Charts, etc.
KMAT 2022 Analysis
KMAT 2022 was conducted in the home-based online remote proctored mode. The KMAT question paper had three sections and each section had 40 questions. There were 120 questions overall and each question carried one mark. This year, KMAT mock test was conducted from November 29 to November 30, before the release of the KMAT admit card for all the registered students. Taking the KMAT mock test was mandatory for all the candidates. The duration of the mock test was 30 minutes. Check below the section-wise KMAT Analysis 2022:
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: This section tested the candidates' abilities in terms of Grammar, Vocabulary and Reading skills. The questions were based on understanding the passages, choosing the appropriate words, phrases, expressions and other language skills.Â
Logical Reasoning: This section has questions which tested how quickly and accurately a candidate can think. The section had questions based on Family Tree, Arrangement, Numeric Grid, Puzzles, Venn Diagrams, etc.
Quantitative Ability: The questions were of matriculation standard. This section tested the numerical ability of the candidates. The section has questions based on Trigonometry, Geometry, Arithmetic, Algebra, Interpretation of Tables, Graphs and Charts, etc.
Previous Years' KMAT Analysis (2021)
KMAT exam 2021 was conducted in a home-based proctored mode across the state. KMAT question paper 2021 had three sections, i.e. VARC, Quant and Logical Reasoning. There were 120 questions carrying one mark each. There was no negative marking for incorrect answers. There were only multiple-choice questions. Look at the table below to know the difficulty level of the sections and the number of good attempts for each section.Â
| Section | Difficulty level | Good attempts |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Ability | Easy to moderate | 30-35 |
| VARC | Easy to moderate | 29-32 |
| Logical Reasoning | Easy to moderate | 24-29 |
Commonly asked questions
Quantitative Aptitude section of the KMAT exam is one of the toughest sections of the three. The QA section tests the candidate's mathematical ablilties. One must be clear on the high school mathematic fundamentals and concepts in order to score well in this section. There will be a total of 40 questions in this section.
The important topics of this section include Numerical Calculations, Algebra, Modern Math, Geometry, Number System, Average, Ratio and Proportion, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Time, Speed and Distance, Mensuration, Quadratic Equation, Probability, Statistics, Pie Chart, Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Common Graphs and Charts, Time and Work, etc. Candidates can use a rough paper for calculations after showing the same to the proctor. Candidates will be required to choose the correct option against the question.
Consistency, speed and accuracy are the key players if one wishes to ace the Quantitative Aptitude section of the KMAT question paper. Students can refer to books such as Quantitative Aptitude for All Competitive Exams by Abhijit Guha and Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation for CAT by Nishit K Sinha.
- Syllogisms
- Critical Reasoning
- Cause and Effect
- Statement and Conclusion
- Strong and Weak Arguments
- Coding and Decoding
- Statement and Inference
- Data Sufficiency and Interpretation
- Arrangements
- Blood Relations
- Series and Sequences
KMAT Exam
Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 days 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.Â
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week 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 3 weeks 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.Â
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
No, it is not compulsory to take KMAT for joining MBA colleges in Karnataka. Nut KMAT is widely accepted by the top Bschools in Karnataka. Students can also opt for MBA entrance exams such as Karnataka PGCET, CAT, XAT, etc.Â
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Best books for KMAT preparation 2026 of VARC section are:
Book Name | Author/ Publisher |
|---|---|
Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis |
How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT | Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay |
The Pearson Guide to Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning | Nishit K. Sinha |
High School English Grammar and Composition Key | Wren and Martin |
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Candidates can improve their accuracy in KMAT exam by persistently solving mocks, evaluating their result based on which they can invest more time on their weaker links. For this, candidates should attempt mocks online. Also, keep solving KMAT sample papers to understand individual lags and align pr
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