
KMAT application form 2026 was released on April 2, 2026. KMAT exam 2026 will be held in two sessions and two application forms will be released. The KMAT 2026 application form is available at KMAT India website, kmatindia.com.
KPPGCA will conduct the KMAT 2026 exam. KMAT application form 2026 for MBA/PGDM and MCA will be same, and candidates have to select their course for admission while filling up the form itself. Candidates must pay the application fee to complete their KMAT registrations. Candidates must check the KMAT eligibility criteria 2026 and the instructions to fill out the form before filling up the application form.
- Documents Required for Filling the KMAT Application Form 2026
- KMAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- Instructions to Be Followed During KMAT Application Process 2026
- How to Fill KMAT 2026 Application Form?
- KMAT Application Fee 2026
- Important FAQs Related to KMAT Registration
Documents Required for Filling the KMAT Application Form 2026
Before candidates start filling KMAT application form, they should have following required documents:
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Class 10 mark sheet
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Class 12 mark sheet
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Graduation mark sheet or certificate
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Date of birth proof
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Address proof
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Caste category certificate, if applicable
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Credit/debit card or net banking credentials
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Scanned signature
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Scanned passport-size photo of self, not more than three months old
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KMAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of KMAT 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| May ' 26 | KMAT 2026 registrations TENTATIVE |
| Aug ' 26 | KMAT 2026: Last date to fill application form (Session 2) TENTATIVE |
| Sep ' 26 | KMAT 2026 TENTATIVE |
| 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) |
Instructions to Be Followed During KMAT Application Process 2026
Candidates must keep following points in mind when filling KMAT 2026 application form:
- Fill all fields of KMAT application form carefully with valid information. Do not leave mandatory fields empty.
- Before submitting application form, review all information entered.
- A wrong or incomplete KMAT 2026 application form will not be accepted.
- Take a printout of confirmation letter, fee receipt and KMAT Karnataka application form once the application fee has been paid. If students do not receive the confirmation form, they should immediately contact the exam authorities.
Mistakes to Avoid In KMAT Application Process 2026
Read below to know some of the common mistakes that should be avoided while filling the KMAT application form:
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Do not press the back button or refresh the page while making the payment. The incomplete transaction will lead to an incomplete registration process.
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Enter the correct communication address.
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Do not delete e-mails and SMS mentioning the details of the KMAT registration ID and password.
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Ensure downloading the submitted application form and get a printout of the same for future reference.
- Ensure the photograph and signatures are within the set limits and dimensions. Read the instructions given before uploading the documents.
KMAT Exam Helpdesk
In case a student faces a problem in KMAT registration or has issues like non-receipt of unique ID on email then they can reach out to the exam conducting authorities on:
Helpline number - +91 9513270139 / +91 9513271046 OR
Write a mail to info@kmatindia.com
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How to Fill KMAT 2026 Application Form?
Check below process to apply for KMAT exam.
KMAT 2026 registration
- Open KMAT India website
- Click KMAT 2026 Application
- Click on Register and fill details such as name, date of birth, e-mail, phone number, and country to register for Karnataka KMAT 2026.
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On successful registration, an OTP will be sent to the registered mobile number that candidates need to enter in space provided
- Students will receive their application number and password on their registered mobile number and email ID.
Login to fill KMAT application form
Students need to log in with their KMAT details i.e. Application Number and Password to fill the form. The details to be filled in the application form are:
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Students must fill their names as mentioned on their official documents.
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Students must select the appropriate option irrespective of the fact whether they are or aren't residents of Karnataka state.
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Enter the date of birth in DD/MM/YYYY format.
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Select the appropriate category option, i.e., MBA or MCA.
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Students need to specify the stream or discipline in which they have obtained the graduation degree.
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Complete postal address and other communication details should be correctly mentioned in the space provided. Candidates should write their first name in CAPITAL LETTERS only.
Upload documents
Students should upload scanned documents, i.e. their photographs and signatures as under:
| Document |
Dimensions |
File size |
|---|---|---|
| Signature |
6 cms (W) X 3 cms (H) |
100 KB - 200 KB |
| Photograph |
3.5 cms (W) X 4.5 cms (H) |
100 KB - 200 KB |
Make payment
Students need to pay an application fee for KMAT 2026 application form using Net banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, Wallets and other online payment methods.
KMAT 2026 Registration Link
To apply for the KMAT exam 2026, students have to visit the KMAT India website and follow the process mentioned above. The direct link to apply for KMAT exam 2026 is: https://kmatindia26.cbrt.co.in/form-submission/kmat-landing
KMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026
KMAT 2026 eligibility criteria is:
- Students should have completed their graduation from a recognised university
- They must have obtained a minimum 50 per cent or equivalent CGPA in the final year examination of their Bachelors degree.
- For candidates belonging to SC/ST category, minimum aggregate is 45 per cent or equivalent CGPA.
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There is no age limit for Karnataka KMAT. But, candidates must be at least 21 years old at the time of admission.
KMAT Application Fee 2026
Check table below to know KMAT Karnataka application fee 2026.
| Category |
Application fee (in INR) |
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| General and NC-OBC |
INR 873.60 (including GST and Platform Fee) |
| SC, ST and PWD |
INR 873.60 (including GST and Platform Fee) |
Students must make sure that online transaction is completed and receipt or acknowledgement is generated. Also, they should keep a copy of fee payment acknowledgement slip for future.
Important FAQs Related to KMAT Registration
Check below a few Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on KMAT registrations:
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.
Yes, students from any region in the world can apply for the KMAT exam. Being a citizen of India to appear for the KMAT Karnataka exam is not mandatory. Candidates can apply for KMAT irrespective of their locality status/residential address. Earlier, KMAT eligibility as prescribed by KPPGCA, stated that only candidates residing in Karnataka can apply for the exam. KPPGCA has removed the domicile criteria now.
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.
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.