KMAT KERALA Question Papers 2026, Previous Year Papers: Download PDF

Kerala Management Aptitude Test 2027 ( KMAT KERALA )

Shobha pant
Updated on Sep 23, 2026 15:05 IST

By Shobha pant, Senior executive

KMAT Kerala question papers are provided below. Students who are planning to give the KMAT Kerala exam next year can download these KMAT Kerala question paper PDFs below and understand the KMAT Kerala exam pattern properly. Students can practice for the exam through these papers by understanding the marking scheme, important topics and topic weightage. Proper preparation with the help of KMAT Kerala sample papers helps students to score well in the exam.  

Table of contents
  • KMAT Kerala 2025 Question Paper PDF with Answer Key
  • KMAT Kerala 2022 Question Paper PDF
  • KMAT Kerala 2019 Question Paper PDF
  • KMAT Kerala 2018 Question Paper PDF
  • KMAT Kerala 2017 Question Paper PDF
  • KMAT Kerala 2016 Question Paper PDF
  • KMAT Kerala 2015 Question Paper PDF
  • FAQs on KMAT Kerala Question and Sample Papers 2027
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Download previous year KMAT KERALA question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download KMAT KERALA previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

KMAT Kerala 2025 Question Paper PDF with Answer Key

KMAT Kerala 2025 question paper (Feb)

KMAT Kerala 2022 Question Paper PDF

KMAT Kerala 2022 Question Paper (May)
KMAT Kerala 2022 Question Paper (August)

KMAT Kerala 2019 Question Paper PDF

KMAT Kerala 2019 Question Paper (February)

KMAT Kerala 2018 Question Paper PDF

KMAT Kerala 2018 Question Paper (February)

KMAT Kerala 2017 Question Paper PDF

KMAT Kerala 2017 Question Paper

KMAT Kerala 2016 Question Paper PDF

KMAT Kerala 2016 Question Paper (April)
KMAT Kerala 2016 Question Paper (November)

KMAT Kerala 2015 Question Paper PDF

KMAT Kerala 2015 Question Paper
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FAQs on KMAT Kerala Question and Sample Papers 2027

Find important FAQs related to KMAT Kerala sample papers below:

Q:   How many sections are there in KMAT Kerala exam?
A: 

There are 4 sections in KMAT Kerala exam:

  • Quantitative Aptitude
  • Data sufficiency and Logical Reasoning
  • English Language
  • General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Q:   What is a good score in KMAT Kerala?
A: 
A good KMAT Kerala score is 10% of total marks for General and SEBC categiry candidates. Sor SC, ST and PwD candidates a good score can be 54 marks out of 720 marks. 
Q:   Which is the lengthiest section in KMAT Kerala?
A: 

Since English Language Usage and Reading Comprehension section includes reading comprehension passages, it can be considered a lengthy section. English Language section not only has Reading Comprehension passages but also topics such as Vocabulary, Grammar, Idioms, Phrases, Para Jumbles, Antonyms and Synonyms, etc. which makes section a lengthy one.

Q:   Is KMAT Kerala syllabus difficult?
A: 

KMAT Kerala syllabus is moderate as compared to many other MBA entrance exams. With good preparation and focus on exam pattern, students can score well. KMAT exam has 180 questions which are to be solved within 150 minutes. Syllabus is still moderate as compared to other exams.

Q:   Is the KMAT Kerala exam conducted in two shifts?
A: 

No, the KMAT Kerala exam will be conducted only in single shift. The exam has always been conducted in one shift on a single day for each session. KMAT Kerala exam pattern has not changed much since past few years.

Q:   What are the best books for KMAT Kerala preparation?
A: 

Best books for KMAT Kerala preparation include:

SectionBooks
English Language

Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis

High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren and Martin

Objective General English by RS Aggarwal

The Pearson Guide to Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning for the CAT

Data Sufficiency and Logical Reasoning
  • How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for CAT by Arun Sharma
  • Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey
  • Multi-Dimensional Reasoning by Mishra Kumar and Dr. Lal
  • Logical and Analytical Reasoning by K Gupta
Quantitative Skills
  • Quantitative Aptitude by R. S Aggarwal
  • Fast track objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Sharma
  • Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by Abhijit Guha
  • NCERT Mathematics Books for Class 9 and 10 by NCERT publications.
General Knowledge

Manorama Year Book for static GK

Newspapers

Magazines

 

Q:   Does KMAT-Kerala have negative marking?
A: 

Yes, KMAT Kerala exam has negative marking. Candidates will be awarded four marks for each correct answer. One mark will be deducted from the total score for each incorrect answer marked by the candidate. 

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%

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