KMAT KERALA Counselling 2027: Dates, Registration, Fees, Procedure

Kerala Management Aptitude Test 2027 ( KMAT KERALA )

Shobha pant

By Shobha pant, Senior executive

KMAT Kerala counselling will be held after the declaration of KMAT Kerala results 2026. The counselling date of KMAT Kerala 2026 will be announced on the official website of the participating institutions so that the candidates can apply to the colleges accepting their KMAT scores. Students who are eligible will get the chance to participate in the KMAT Kerala counselling process 2026. This counselling process would involve a group dicussion/personal interview round. The dates of GD/PI rounds can vary as per the colleges and institutions; therefore, candidates are advised to keep checking date announcements and the process. The KMAT results 2026 for session one were released on February 27, 2026, and for session two in June, 2026.

Table of contents
  • KMAT Kerala Selection Process 2026: Weightage
  • KMAT Kerala 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • Documents Required for KMAT Kerala Counselling 2026
  • FAQs on KMAT Kerala Counselling
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KMAT Kerala Selection Process 2026: Weightage

KMAT Kerala 2026 selection criteria weightage is provided below:

Selection Criteria Weightage 
KMAT Kerala 2026 80%
Group Discussion 10%
Personal Interview 10%
Total 100%

KMAT Kerala 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of KMAT KERALA 2027 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Feb ' 27

KMAT Kerala 2027 (Session 1)

TENTATIVE
May ' 27

KMAT Kerala 2027 (Session 2)

TENTATIVE
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Documents Required for KMAT Kerala Counselling 2026

Students must be present in person along with these documents to participate in KMAT Kerala 2026: 

  • KMAT Kerala scorecard
  • KMAT Kerala admit card
  • Date of Birth certificate
  • Class 10 marksheet
  • Class 12 marksheet
  • Graduation marksheet
  • Transfer certificate
  • Migration certificate
  • Caste certificate
  • Domicile certificate

If any student does not reach the Counselling and GDPI venue on the scheduled date, their seat will be offered to the next student.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which are the top MBA colleges which accept KMAT Kerala scores?
A: 
  1. Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies, Kochi
  2. SCMS Cochin School of Business, Kochi
  3. Amrita School of Business, Kochi
  4. Toc H Institute of Science and Technology, Ernakulam
  5. Marthoma College of Management and Technology, Ernakulam
  6. Saintgits Institute of Management, Kottayam
  7. DC School of Management and Technology, Kottayam
  8. Nehru College of Management, Thrissur
  9. Institute of Management and Technology, Kannur
  10. Chinmaya Institute of Technology, Kannur
  11. Sree Gokulam Institute of Management Studies, Alappuzha
  12. XIME Kochi
Q:   What is the KMAT Kerala selection criteria weightage?
A: 

Once the KMAT Kerala results are announced, candidates who match the cutoff criteria are then called for the further selection process which includes Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). Check out the table below to know the KMAT Kerala Selection Criteria weightage.

Selection CriteriaWeightage 
KMAT Kerala 202680%
Group Discussion10%
Personal Interview10%
Total100%
Q:   What are the passing marks for KMAT Kerala?
A: 

If you're a General/SEBC candidate, you need at least 72 marks out of 720 (10%) in KMAT Kerala to pass. But if you're from SC/ST/PWD category, you should get 54 marks (7.5%) to qualify. Only the aspirants who score above this criteria will be eligible for admission to the KMAT Kerala partiipating colleges. Candidates who are aspiring admission to top MBA colleges in Kerala must ensure that they meet the qualifying cutoff criteria in order to secure a seat and be eligible for the admission process. The admission completely depends on the total number of seats available in the college. 

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FAQs on KMAT Kerala Counselling

Check below the FAQs on KMAT Kerala counselling process:

Q:   What is the scope of KMAT Kerala exam?
A: 

KMAT Kerala scores are accepted by many BSchools in Kerala. Students seeking MBA admissions in Kerala can appear for KMAT Kerala exam. They will be shortlisted based on their scores in entrance exam and GDPI rounds. 

Q:   What are the documents required for the KMAT Kerala counselling?
A: 

The following documents will be required during the KMAT Kerala counselling. Both photocopy and original documents will be required. Qualifiers must carry two copies of the original documents. 

  • KMAT Kerala scorecard/rank card
  • KMAT Kerala admit card
  • Class 10 mark sheet and Class 12 Marksheet
  • Graduation mark sheet
  • Cast certificate (if applicable)
  • Transfer certificate
  • Migration certificate
  • Two recent coloured passport size photographs of the candidate

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Answered a month ago

After KMAT result announcement,

  • Research and shortlist institutes

  • Fill application forms of colleges

  • Prepare for GDPI rounds

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Shobha pant

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Answered a month ago

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.

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Shobha pant

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Answered a month ago

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.

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Shobha pant

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Answered a month ago

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Shobha pant

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