Can I change my exam centre after the KMAT Kerala admit card has been issued?

No, candidates cannot change the exam centre after the KMAT Kerala admit card has been issued. Applicants cannot take the exam at any other centre other than the one mentioned in their admit card, either. So they must make an informed decision at time of selecting their KMAT test city in the KMAT Kerala application form. They should select only those cities where they can make arrangement of stay on the KMAT Kerala exam day. Candidates should choose their home city or city of current residence as the first test city. The examination authorities try to allot the test centre to a candidate as per their first preference. However, sometimes if there are not enough number of applicants for a city, the centre may be cancelled there and candidates are allotted a test centre in the next city of preference. If at a particular exam centre in a city has already been filled with candidates, then the remaining students are allotted a test city in the next city of preference.

When will KMAT Kerala admit card release?

KMAT Kerala admit card 2026 released on February 16, 2206. KMAT Kerala hall ticket 2026 is available online for registered students. They can download their admit cards by using Application Number and Password.

How would I know my KMAT Kerala exam centre?

Candidates will know their allotted KMAT Kerala exam centre only from the KMAT Kerala admit card. There is no way to know the test centre before the release of the KMAT Kerala admit card. The exam authority allots a test centre to students in city of their first preference as mentioned in application form.

Where can I download the KMAT Kerala admit card?

Candidates who shall have registered successfully for the KMAT Kerala exam will be issued an admit card which the main document of identification for appearing in the test. The KMAT Kerala admit card is released in online mode at the CEE-KMAT Kerala website. Candidates are required to download their respective admit card from the CEE-KMAT Kerala website only. The hardcopy of KMAT Kerala admit card will not be issued to any candidate. Every candidate is supposed to download the soft copy of their KMAT Kerala admit card from the CEE website. To download the admit card, candidates will have to log on to the CEE-KMAT Kerala website, click on the admit card and enter login credentials. The KMAT Kerala admit card download link will be shared by Shiksha also.

What is the process to download the KMAT Kerala admit card?

To download KMAT Kerala admit card: Open CEE Kerala website Click on KMAT Candidate Login Now, fill Application Number and Password with Access Code Click on admit card URL

What are the dos of the KMAT Kerala exam day?

On KMAT Kerala exam day, students have to follow: Reach test centre at reporting time mentioned on KMAT Kerala admit card. Carry two copies of KMAT Kerala admit card, one photo ID card and passport size photos PwD candidates should carry the relevant certificates and documents Carry a blue or black ball point pen for signing attendance sheet Cooperate with test centre staff and follow instructions during entry Candidates must write their name and roll numbers on rough sheet provided by invigilator and sign on it

What items are prohibited at the KMAT Kerala exam centre?

Any electronic item including a watch, mobile phone, ipad, calculator, smartwatch, etc. is not allowed inside the KMAT Kerala examination centre. Any candidate found carrying such an item inside the examination hall will be disqualified. Apart from electronic items, stationary other than a blue/black ball point pen, metal accessories and eatables are also not allowed. Caps and headgear, goggles, hoodies, etc. are also not allowed inside the KMAT Kerala test centre. Any candidate found carrying any such item or pieces of paper will be disqualified from the exam. Candidates must not carry bags and other valuables, as KMAT Kerala exam centres do not have any provision of bag deposit.

What are the necessary documents need to bring along with the admit card for KMAT Kerala examination?

It is important to carry following documents: KMAT admit card Photo ID proof Passport sized photograph

Can I get a duplicate copy of the KMAT Kerala admit card if I lose the original?

Yes, candidates can get a copy of the KMAT Kerala admit card if they happen to lose the original. They can re login on the candidate portal and download a copy of the KMAT admit card. The admit cards can be downloaded till the exam day. If they loose the admit card after the exam, then they will not be issued a duplicate admit card. They can request the authorities but the admit card is stamped on the exam day, hence, authorities may not reissue.

What should I do if there is an error or discrepancy on my KMAT Kerala admit card?

If candidate notices any error or discrepancy on KMAT Kerala admit card, they should immediately contact exam conducting authority, Commissioner of Entrance Examinations or helpdesk. Centre details can also not be changed once admit card has been issued to candidates.

Can I change my KMAT Kerala exam centre?

No, candidates cannot change the exam centre after the KMAT Kerala admit card has been issued. Applicants cannot take the exam at any other centre other than the one mentioned in their admit card, either. So they must make an informed decision at time of selecting their KMAT test city in the KMAT Kerala application form.

KMAT KERALA Admit Card 2026 (OUT): Direct Link, How to Download @cee.kerala.ac.in

Updated on Feb 17, 2026 13:26 IST

By Saumya Jain, Assistant Manager- Content

Overview

KMAT Kerala admit card 2026 has been released on February 16, 2026, for first session. KMAT Kerala 2026 exam was conducted in CBT mode across different exam centres in Kerala on February 22, 2026. Candidates can download KMAT Kerala admit card by entering their application number and date of birth as login details. Kerala KMAT admit card will be available to download till the exam day. Know more about the KMAT Kerala 2026 admit card below.

Table of contents

How to Download KMAT Kerala 2026 Admit Card?
KMAT Kerala 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Details Mentioned on KMAT Kerala Admit Card 2026
KMAT Kerala 2026 Test Cities
KMAT Kerala 2026: Exam Day Guidelines and Checklist
Important FAQs Related to KMAT Kerala Admit Card 2026

How to Download KMAT Kerala 2026 Admit Card?

Follow process mentioned below to know how to download KMAT admit card:

Open KMAT Kerala website
Go to the candidate portal to login or copy https://cee.kerala.gov.in/kmat2026/
Enter the application number and password
Click on the admit card link
KMAT Kerala 2026 admit card will appear on the screen, and download it on your desktop
Get a print copy of the admit card to carry on the exam day

Please note: The admit card is a mandatory document that the candidates will be required to carry to the exam hall. Candidates must check for any error on the admit card and in case of any, must immediately contact the exam coordinator at (ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in).

Candidates should carry a coloured printout of the KMAT Kerala admit card 2025 to the exam centre. Candidates who did not pay the KMAT Kerala application fee until the last date or there was an error in the documents which they uploaded during the registration process were not issued the KMAT Kerala admit card. Such candidates were provided with a menu ‘Memo Details’ on their candidate portal. Once the candidates paid the fee, the Admit Card will be released to them as and when the balance application fee/clear photograph/signature is remitted/uploaded.

Those candidates who have not been issued the KMAT Kerala admit card are yet to pay the balance application fee or who have uploaded incorrect photographs or signatures. Such candidates are given the option 'Memo Details' on their portal.

KMAT Kerala 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of KMAT KERALA 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
22 Feb ' 26	KMAT Kerala 2026 (Session 1)
16 Feb ' 26	KMAT Kerala Admit Card 2026 Release
05 Feb ' 26	KMAT Kerala 2026 Registration Form Last Date
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Details Mentioned on KMAT Kerala Admit Card 2026

KMAT 2026 admit card will have following details:

Name of the student
Roll number of student
Photo of student
Address and phone number
Exam date and timing
Exam centre name and location
Other details related to the KMAT Kerala exam day

Candidates are advised to take two printouts of the KMAT Kerala admit card and preserve at least one copy of the same till the end of the admission process. Institutes or universities may seek a copy of the admit card at the time of admission. The test takers must also carry a valid photo ID proof to the exam hall.

KMAT Kerala 2026 Test Cities

Check the table below to know the KMAT Kerala test cities where the exam will be held. KMAT Kerala 2026 exam for Session 1 and 2 will be held in computer based test format in following cities in Kerala.

List of KMAT Kerala 2026 Test Cities
Thiruvananthapuram	Alappuzha
Kollam	Pathanamthitta
Ernakulam	Kottayam
Idukki	Thrissur
Kozhikode	Palakkad
Malappuram	Kannur
Kasargod	Wayanad

KMAT Kerala 2026: Exam Day Guidelines and Checklist

Check points mentioned below to know KMAT Kerala 2026 exam day guidelines:

Do not forget to carry KMAT Kerala admit card to exam centre as it is a mandatory document to enter the exam hall
Students must carry a valid ID proof- passport/driving license/ institute ID Card/Voter ID/Aadhar Card issued by the Government of India
Candidates must carry a blue or black ballpoint pen only to the exam centre. No other stationery can be carried to the KMAT Kerala exam centre.
No electronic gadgets such as calculators, mobile phones, watch calculators, etc. are allowed inside the exam hall
Candidates will not be given extra time, hence, they must reach the exam centre an hour before the exam to complete the frisking formalities
Candidates will have a 15-minute mock test session before the exam to familiarize them with the exam pattern
All the sections of the KMAT Kerala question paper are mandatory to attempt
Read the instructions carefully before starting the KMAT Kerala exam

Read more:

KMAT Kerala exam pattern 2026	KMAT Kerala syllabus 2026
Best books for KMAT Kerala	KMAT Kerala preparation tips

Important FAQs Related to KMAT Kerala Admit Card 2026

Check below some of the FAQs asked about KMAT Kerala admit card:

Q: In how many cities is the KMAT Kerala exam is held?

KMAT Kerala is held in about 14 cities across Kerala. The candidates should choose the test cities in order of their preference. They should choose the test city carefully as the request to change the test city later may or may not be accepted due to non-availability of seats at the centres in that particular city. Given below are the cities where KMAT Kerala exam is usually held.

Thiruvananthapuram
Kochi
Kozhikode
Thrissur
Kottayam
Kannur
Malappuram
Alappuzha
Palakkad
Pathanamthitta
Idukki
Kasargod
Wayanad
Ernakulam

Q: Which details will be mentioned on the KMAT Kerala admit card?

The admit card of KMAT Kerala will mention the following details:

Candidate’s name
Candidate’s roll number
Candidate’s photo
Candidate’s address and phone number
Exam date and timing
Exam centre name and location
Other details related to the KMAT Kerala exam day

The test takers are advised to take two printouts of the KMAT Kerala admit card and preserve at least one copy of the same till the end of the admission process. Institutes or universities may seek a copy of admit card at the time of admission. The test takers must also carry a valid photo ID proof to the exam hall. The KMAT Kerala admit card is one of the most important documents which is to be carried to the exam hall. The KMAT Kerala admit card will be treated as the entry ticket to the centre. To ensure that a candidate doesn't use proxy candidate for taking the exam, admit card and original photo ID is checked at the exam centre.

Q: I have forgotten my password for KMAT Kerala login credentials. How can I download the KMAT Kerala admit card?

If a candidate forgot KMAT Kerala login details, admit card can by downloaded by

Clicking on tab Forgot Password.
Enter the registered email ID
Click on link sent on registered email ID
Screen will now show the tab to change password; enter new password and save.
Save updated password for future log ins.

Q: What is the eligibility to download KMAT Kerala admit card?

Students who have filled the KMAT Kerala application form and paid the application fee can download the KMAT Kerala admit card. Students who have not completed the registration will not be issued admit card.

Q: What are the total marks in KMAT Kerala?

The total marks in KMAT Kerala exam are 720 marks. There are a total of 180 question in the MCQ format. Each question carries 4 marks.

Q: What is the overall difficulty level of KMAT Kerala exam?

KMAT Kerala exam is considered easy to moderate by most of the test takers. Those who have already prepared for other MBA exams find KMAT Kerala on the easier side

Q: Which are the top specializations offered at KMAT Kerala colleges?

Top MBA specializations offered by colleges in Kerala include Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, International Business, Business Analytics.

Students have to appear for KMAT Kerala to take admissions to MBA courses.

Q: Is it worth doing MBA from a college accepting KMAT Kerala score?

The colleges in Kerala that accept KMAT, along with their annual average package and total tuition fee, are listed below to know the ROI and make informed decision:

College Name	Total Tuition Fee	Annual Average Package
Saintgits Institute of Management MBA	INR 4 lakh	INR 4 LPA
SCMS School of Technology and Management MBA	INR 7 lakh	INR 6 LPA
Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies MBA	INR 2 Lacs – INR 7 lakh	INR 5 LPA
Union Christian College MBA	INR 1 lakh	INR 2 LPA

Q: What is the minimum qualifying marks required for KMAT Kerala?

Candidates should have attained the minimum marks as stipulated for admission to MBA course by the respective Universities to which the candidate wishes to apply.

Q: What are the important dont's of the KMAT Kerala exam day?