I belong to a reserved category. Do I have to fill out a different KMAT application form?

No, candidates do not have to fill a different KMAT application form if they belong to a reserved category. The KMAT application form is the same for all categories across. Students will be required to select their category during the application process. Students should ensure that they have the necessary certificates during the admission process. The conducting authority of KMAT Karnataka takes into consideration the category information provided by candidates while evaluating their applications.

In how many cities KMAT exam is held?

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.

What is the date of KMAT (Karnataka) registration?

KMAT application form is no longer available for the 2025 admissions. The applications for 2026 will open next year. The KMAT application form was released on the official website of KMAT India. The exam dates for the KMAT exam were announced online too. The applications for KMAT have been closed for 2025.

Can I fill out the Karnataka KMAT application form offline?

No, the KMAT application form will be available online only on the official website of KMAT India. There is no provision of applying for the KMAT exam offline. The application process for the KMAT Karnataka exam is conducted online only and students also need to pay the application fee using online payment methods such as a credit card, debit card or internet banking. Hence, there is no offline communication regarding the KMAT application process.KMAT Karnataka.

How to apply for KMAT?

Go to KMAT India website Click on registration button and fill KMAT application form Upload documents Pay application fee using credit, debit card or internet banking Submit application form

When will KMAT examination be conducted?

KMAT 2025 exam was conducted on October 25, 2025, for session 2. Session 1 KMAT 2025 was conducted on September 7, 2025. The exam was conducted in the home-based online remote proctored mode. Candidates had to apply for the KMAT exam online by filling online KMAT application form. The application process started on September 16, 2025, for session 2. KMAT Karnataka or Karnataka Management Aptitude Test KMAT is conducted by the Karnataka Post Graduate Private Colleges Association (KPPGCA) for admissions to Master of Business Administration (MBA), Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) and Master of Computer Applications MCA courses. KMAT Karnataka was first conducted in 2003 and was born out of the need to have a unified entrance exam for the Karnataka state. More than 170 AICTE-approved MBA colleges and over 55 MCA colleges offer admissions based on scores obtained in the KMAT exam.

What is the KMAT application fee?

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.

Which documents are needed at the time of KMAT Karnataka registrations?

A passport sized photograph Scanned signature Email address and mobile number Basic personal information such as name, date of birth, gender, category, nationality, address, etc. Academic details

Can I pay KMAT registration fee by cash/DD or net banking?

No, the only way to pay the KMAT registration fee is through online fee payment method. Candidates can use a credit card, debit card, internet banking, UPI, or other banking wallets. There is no provision to pay the application fee offline in cash or through DD. Candidates should have the online banking details before registering for the exam.

KMAT Registration 2026: Release Date, Apply Link, Fees, Process

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This exam is conducted for courses given below:

MBA/PGDM MCA

Updated on Feb 15, 2026 12:58 IST

By Saumya Jain, Assistant Manager- Content

KMAT application form 2026 will likely be released in the second week of May 2026. KMAT exam 2026 will be held in two sessions and two application forms will be released. The KMAT application form will be available at KMAT India website, kmatindia.com.

KPPGCA conducted the KMAT 2026 exam. The application form for KMAT exam will be available online only. 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.

Table of contents

Documents Required for Filling the KMAT Application Form 2026
KMAT 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
How to Fill the KMAT 2026 Application Form?
KMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026
Mistakes to Avoid for KMAT 2026 Applications
Important FAQs Related to KMAT Registration

Documents Required for Filling the KMAT Application Form 2026

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)
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