
Karnataka Management Aptitude Test is a popular MBA entrance exam. The KMAT exam is a gateway for admission to the top MBA colleges in the state of Karnataka and is conducted in ten cities. This year too, the KMAT exam will be conducted in the home based remote proctored mode, so, the candidates do not have to visit the exam centre, and they can take the exam from home.
- How to Choose KMAT Test Centre?
- KMAT 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
- KMAT Exam Centre 2025: Important Points to Remember
- KMAT Exam Centre: Dos and Don’ts
- KMAT Exam Cities 2025
- FAQs Related to KMAT Test Centres and Cities
How to Choose KMAT Test Centre?
Candidates will be allotted the KMAT exam centre in the city as per their preference. Check out the steps below to know how to select the preferred test city in KMAT 2025 application form.
- Candidates need to register themselves on the official website of KMAT
- After successful registration, candidates need to fill in the KMAT application form using their login credentials
- Choose one preferred test city
- Candidates can choose only one test centre while filling out the KMAT 2025 application form
- Candidates must select the test centre carefully as they will have only one choice
- Fill up the entire form, pay the application fee and finally and click 'Submit'
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Commonly asked questions
During the KMAT registration process, candidates need to select their KMAT exam centre. The candidates can choose only one KMAT exam centre for the KMAT exam centre allotment. Candidates should choose the test centre according their preference, as it cannot be changed after the KMAT exam application form submission. Follow the steps mentioned below to know how to select the KMAT exam centre:
- Register on the official website of KMAT.
- Login to the candidate portal and fill the rest of the KMAT application form
- Under the 'test centre' tab, choose the preferred test city.
- Candidates can select only one test centre while filling out the KMAT exam application form 2025.
- Fill up the entire KMAT application form, pay the application fee and finally and click 'Submit'.
Candidates can choose only one KMAT test city according to their preference. Candidates must very carefully select the cities as once the KMAT application form is submitted, they can't change city preference. They should choose the first city of preference as their hometome or where they are residing as the exam authorities will likely allot the test centres to candidates in their first city of preference. Candidates should know that the KMAT test cities cannot be changed once the form is submitted even during the form correction window.
No, candidates cannot make any changes once the KMAT application form has been submitted and the admit card has been issued. Candidates can however, contact the exam conducing authorities if they find any error in the KMAT admit card. Having said that, KMAT exam conducting authorities reserve the right to modify, add or combine any test centre/s if required.
KMAT 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of KMAT 2025 exam
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 25 Oct ' 25 | KMAT 2025 (Session 2) |
| 22 Oct ' 25 | KMAT 2025 Admit Card Release (session 2) |
| 21 Oct ' 25 | KMAT Mock Test 2025 (session 2) |
KMAT Exam Centre 2025: Important Points to Remember
Following are a few important points to remember about the KMAT exam centre:
- Test centre details such as name, venue, etc. will be mentioned on the KMAT admit card 2025
- Candidates cannot change their test centres once the KMAT 2025 application form has been submitted
- The exam conducting authority, KPPGCA, holds the right to modify or cancel any exam centre
- Candidates must reach the KMAT test centre at least an hour before the commencement of the exam
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KMAT Exam Centre: Dos and Don’ts
A verification process will be conducted at every KMAT exam centre, hence candidates must make sure that they reach the exam centre at least an hour before the exam starts along with their KMAT admit card and a photo identity proof. Check out the checklist of dos and don'ts that the candidates must follow at the KMAT exam centre.
Dos
- Candidates must carry a printed KMAT admit card to the exam centre as it is a very important document without which candidates cannot enter the exam hall
- Digital or soft copies of the KMAT admit card will not be accepted
- Candidates must affix the same photograph on the KMAT admit card which was uploaded in the KMAT application form
- Candidates must carry a photo ID proof (original and photocopy) such as Voter ID, Driving License, Aadhar Card, Passport, Ration Card, etc. and two recent passport size coloured photographs for identification purpose
- Candidates must cooperate with the exam staff in identification and frisking at the exam centre
Don’ts
- Do not carry any electronic gadgets to the exam centre such as mobile, laptop, calculator, etc.
- No candidate will be allowed to enter once the exam starts
- Candidates must not carry any eatables or drinks inside the exam centre. They are prohibited inside the exam hall
- Candidates must also not carry any stationery to the exam centre except a ballpoint pen, HB pencil and eraser
KMAT Exam Cities 2025
KMAT 2025 will be held in as many as 10 test cities in Karnataka. The test centre allotted to candidates for KMAT exam will be mentioned on KMAT 2025 admit card. Check the list of cities for the KMAT 2025 exam along with the address.
| S.No. |
Test City |
Test Centre |
Test Centre Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 |
Bangalore |
Hennur Cross, Hennur main road, Kalyan Nagar, near Kalyan Nagar bus depot, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560043
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| 02 |
Bijapur |
A.S Patil College of Commerce (Autonomous) |
MBA Programme, New campus, B.M. Patil Road, Vijaypura-586103 |
| 03 |
Mangalore |
Kottara Chowki, Opposite Mahindra Showroom Mangaluru, Karnataka 575006 | |
| 04 |
Belgaum |
BC-188, Near Fort, Old P.B. Road Belgaum-590016 | |
| 05 |
Bellary |
V.S.College Campus, Airport Road, Cantonment, Bellary-583104, Karnataka | |
| 06 |
Davanagere |
MBA Programme, Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology |
PB NO 311 Lake View campus, S.S.Layout, Davanagere - 577004 |
| 07 |
Gulbarga |
Sharnbasveshwar College of Commerce |
S.B.College campus Kalaburgi -585103 |
| 08 |
Hubli |
K.L.E. Society's Institute of Management Studies and Research |
BVB Campus, Vidya Nagar, Hubballi, Karnataka 580031 |
| 09 |
Mysore |
K.R.S. Main road, Metagalli post, opposite State Bank, (Near J.K.Tyres) Metagalli, Mysuru, Karnataka 570016 | |
| 10 |
Shimoga |
PES Campus, NH 206, Sagar Road, Shivamogga -577204 Karnataka |
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FAQs Related to KMAT Test Centres and Cities
Check below the FAQs on KMAT exam centre:
Commonly asked questions
KMAT exam is conducted in multiple cities in the state of Karnataka. Major cities of KMAT Karnataka include, Bangalore, Mysore, Mangalore, Belgaum, Hubli, Dharwad, Gulbarga, Shimoga, Davanagere, Bellary and Bijapur. These cities are selected to provide convenient access to candidates from different regions of the state.
Candidates appearing for the KMAT exam can choose only one test centre according to their preference. Candidates need to register themselves on the official website of KMAT and while filling the KMAT application form, candidates will get the option to choose one of the KMAT test cities.
KMAT Exam
Student Forum
Answered 3 days ago
KMAT application fee is INR 850, including GST. Students applying for the KMAT exam have to pay the application fee online using online transcation methods. The fee is same for all categories.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 5 days ago
Karunya School of Management accepts KMAT scores for admission to MBA programme. Karunya University conducts KMAT in five phases. The sections in KMAT paper includes:
- Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension
- Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning
- Quantitative Ability
- Indian & Global Business Environment
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 2 weeks ago
General requirements for MBA admission in Karnataka that accept KMAT scores are:
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor degree or an equivalent in any discipline from a recongised university with a minimum CGPA of 50% or equivalent aggregate
- Karnataka MBA schools take into account KMAT result; such students
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 2 weeks ago
Yes, the colleges accepting KMAT scores are AICTE approved. Colleges offer MBA/PGDM and MCA courses through KMAT scores. Students can pursue MBA and MCA courses from recognised institutes and get quality education.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 2 weeks ago
There is no centralized KMAT counselling process. Students who match the cutoff after the KMAT result announcement will be called by the participating institutes to take part in the counselling rounds. Students can choose their KMAT institute while filling the KMAT application form.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 3 weeks ago
Top specializations offered by top MBA colleges in Karnataka through KMAT scores include:
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Sales and Marketing
- Business Analytics
- Operations
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 3 weeks ago
KMAT scores are accepted by the top BSchools in Karnataka. These colleges offer MBA and MCA courses for admissions. The admission criteria is the KMAT Karnataka scores.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 3 weeks ago
On the KMAT exam day, candidates have to follow some guidelines which include settling on time, cooperating with the exam conducting staff, following instructions of test invigilator, etc.
KMAT exam day dos:
- Login at least 10 minutes prior to time mentioned on KMAT admit card.
- Keep a photocopy of the K
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 3 weeks ago
KMAT is an important MBA entrance exam. The first tip to ace the KMAT exam is to stay calm. Here are a few last minute preparation tips for KMAT exam:
- Use the restroom before to the start of the test. Because students will not have time and may not be able to get a break during the exam
- Check all syst
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 3 weeks ago
The students applying for KMAT exam must have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate in graduation. Reserved category students will get a relaxation of 5%.
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Beginner-Level 5
94 Institutes accepting KMAT
The National Institute of Engineering
Mysore • Private
- ₹ 2.06 Lakh
- 2 years
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- Full Time
Hosur Road, Bangalore • Private
- 2 years
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- Full Time
Kothanur, Bangalore • Private
- ₹ 3.80 Lakh
- 2 years
- |
- Full Time
Hebbal, Bangalore • Private
- ₹ 4.00 Lakh
- 2 years
- |
- Full Time
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