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CMAT 2026 result is expected to be released today at the official NTA website cmat.nta.nic.in, following the release of the CMAT 2026 final answer key on February 17, 2026. According to past trends, the CMAT result has been released along with the CMAT final answer key or on the same day. Candidates are required to visit the NTA CMAT official website to check the CMAT result, or they can use the direct CMAT result download link mentioned below. Moreover, candidates are required to enter their CMAT login credentials, such as CMAT application number and password, to check the CMAT result 2026. Candidates who appeared in the CMAT 2026 exam only will be able to check the CMAT 2026 results. Keep reading for more details related to the CMAT 2026 results, CMAT answer key, CMAT 2026 cutoff, and more.
The CMAT 2026 result can be checked and downloaded from the official website of cmat.nta.nic.in by logging in with application ID and password.
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February 17, 2026, 08:40 PM | What is the CMAT score for KJ Somaiya?
The expected CMAT 2026 cutoff is 95+ percentiles for KJ Somaiya MBA admission for the candidates who appeared in the CMAT 2026 exam.
February 17, 2026, 08:30 PM | What is the CMAT score for JBIMS?
Candidates who are looking for MBA admission at Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies require a CMAT score of 99.99 percentile.
February 17, 2026, 08:20 PM | Is CMAT accepted by IIM?
No, IIMs does not accept CMAT 2026 scores for MBA admission 2026-28. It only considers CAT 2025 score for admission and shortlisting candidates.
February 17, 2026, 08:10 PM | CMAT Colleges with Cutoff
Welingkar CMAT Cut Off | 85+ |
90+ | |
Xavier Business School - St. Xavier’s University (XBS) CMAT cut-off 2026 | 85+ |
CMAT cutoff 2026 for N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research | 95-99 |
CMAT cut off 2026 for the Institute of Management Technology (IMT) | 90+ |
Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) CMAT cut off marks | 90+ |
February 17, 2026, 08:00 PM | Is CMAT easier than CAT?
Yes, CMAT is considered easier than the CAT exam due to its simplified questions, no sectional time limit, and section of general awareness.
February 17, 2026, 07:50 PM | Can I do an MBA without CMAT?
Yes, you can do Man BA without CMAT through national-level tests like CAT, XAT, NMAT, or state-level exams like AP ICET, TS ICET, MAH CET, etc.
February 17, 2026, 07:40 PM | How much is 200 marks in CMAT?
Candidates who are looking for 200 marks in the CMAT exam must score at least 80 percentile for MBA admission in colleges like Welingkar, NIMB, AIMS, ISBM, etc.
February 17, 2026, 07:30 PM | When CMAT 2026 Result will be out?
As Final CMAT 2026 answer key is out, one can expect the CMAT 2026 result anytime soon.
February 17, 2026, 07:20 PM | CMAT 2026 Result out: How many students appeared for CMAT 2026?
There has been no official press release regrading the CMAT 2026 registartion. However last year 74012 candidates registered for the CMAT examination while 63145 candidates appeared for the the CMAT 2026 examination.
February 17, 2026, 07:10 PM | CMAT 2026 Result : What is the SIMSREE CMAT 2026 cutoff ?
Looking at the trends of the past years, SIMSREE CMAT 2026 cutoff is expected to be around 90+ percentile.
February 17, 2026, 07:00 PM | CMAT 2026 Result out: What is the Welingkar CMAT 2026 cutoff?
Looking at the trends of the past years, Welingkar CMAT 2026 cutoff is expected to be around 90+ percentile.
February 17, 2026, 06:50 PM | CMAT 2026 Result: What is the CMAT 2026 percentile wise college looks like?
Looking at the trends of the previous years CMAT 2026 percentile wise college list , JBIMS, SIMSREE, Welingkar are the top CMAT 2026 cutoff colleges.
February 17, 2026, 06:40 PM | What is the JBIMS CMAT 2026 cutoff?
Looking at the trends of the past years, JBIMS 2026 CMAT cutoff is expected to be around 99.99+ percentile.
February 17, 2026, 06:25 PM | CMAT 2026 Result out?
No. CMAT 2026 result is not out yet! However after the publication CMAT 2026 answer key , CMAT 2026 result would be out anytime soon .
February 17, 2026, 06:10 PM | CMAT 2026 answer key out?
Final CMAT 2026 Answer key was out on February 17, 2025.
February 17, 2026, 06:00 PM | How to download CMAT 2026 Result ?
Candidates who have checked the CMAT answer key must also check the CMAT 2026 result to be released today, February 17, 2026. Candidates can check the CMAT 2026 scorecard through a step-by-step process mentioned below.
Visit the NTA CMAT official website at cmat.nta.nic.in.
Now, click on the CMAT 2026 candidate login.
Enter CMAT login credentials, such as CMAT 2026 application number and password.
Tap on the CMAT 2026 scorecard in the NTA CMAT portal.
The candidates' CMAT 2026 results will be displayed on the screen.
Click on the print to download the CMAT 2026 result PDF.
Print the CMAT 2026 scorecard for future reference.
February 17, 2026, 05:45 PM | CMAT 2026 Scorecard Deatails
CMAT 2026 Roll number
CMAT 2026 All India Rank
CMAT 2026 sectional scores
CMAT 2026 total score
CMAT 2026 application number
Candidate’s name
Category of the candidate
Date of Birth
February 17, 2026, 05:27 PM | Which college is best under CMAT?
JBIMS, NL Dalmia, KJ Somaiya, Welingar, and more are considered some of the best colleges under the CMAT 2026 exam.
February 17, 2026, 05:10 PM | What is 80 percentile in CMAT?
Candidates scoring 80 percentile in the CMAT exam can expect a CMAT score of around 215 marks.
February 17, 2026, 04:50 PM | What is a good score in CMAT?
A CMAT score in the range of 250 to 300 marks is considered a good score for candidates appearing in the exam. It guarantees a 90-95 percentile in the CMAT exam.
February 17, 2026, 04:33 PM | How many students have registered for CMAT 2026?
This year, more than 70,000 students registered for the CMAT 2026 exam concluded on January 25, 2026.
February 17, 2026, 04:15 PM | How can I check my CMAT result 2026?
Candidates who appeared for the CMAT 2026 exam cacn check the CMAT 2026 result on the official NTA CMAT website.
NTA CMAT has released the CMAT 2026 final answer key on February 17, 2026, and as per trends from previous years, NTA CMAT releases CMAT results along with the CMAT final answer key or on the day of the CMAT answer key release date. Therefore, there are two possible CMAT 2026 result dates for now. Either the CMAT result will be released today, or it will be released tomorrow, on February 18, 2026.
Candidates who have checked the CMAT answer key must also check the CMAT 2026 result to be released today, February 17, 2026. Candidates can check the CMAT 2026 scorecard through a step-by-step process mentioned below.
Visit the NTA CMAT official website at cmat.nta.nic.in.
Now, click on the CMAT 2026 candidate login.
Enter CMAT login credentials, such as CMAT 2026 application number and password.
Tap on the CMAT 2026 scorecard in the NTA CMAT portal.
The candidates' CMAT 2026 results will be displayed on the screen.
Click on the print to download the CMAT 2026 result PDF.
Print the CMAT 2026 scorecard for future reference.
The CMAT 2026 result link will likely be available today after the release of the CMAT final answer key 2026 on the official website. Once the CMAT scorecard PDF download link is out, candidates can visit the NTA CMAT official website or use the direct link mentioned below to check and download the CMAT scorecard.
CMAT 2026 result | Click here for the CMAT 2026 result PDF |
Candidates are required to check the following details mentioned on the CMAT 2026 scorecard and, in case any one of the following details is not mentioned on the CMAT result 2026, candidates are advised to contact the CMAT helpdesk.
CMAT 2026 Roll number
CMAT 2026 All India Rank
CMAT 2026 sectional scores
CMAT 2026 total score
CMAT 2026 application number
Candidate’s name
Category of the candidate
Date of Birth
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The CMAT 2026 result is expected to be released today, February 17, 2026. Candidates will be able check their CMAT 2026 result by entering their CMAT application number and password on the official NTA CMAT website. The CMAT 2026 scorecard will mention the overall and sectional percentile along with the All India Rank of the candidates who appeared for the CMAT exam.
Once you check the CMAT 2026 result, the candidate is required to fill out the MBA colleges' application form with affordable fees and lucrative placement, aligning with their CMAT cutoff. CMAT does not follow a common admission process; candidates will be asked to fill application form of different colleges, appear for group discussions and personal interviews as and when required before the final MBA admission 2026.
Candidates who checked the CMAT 2026 answer key are advised to check the CMAT score vs percentile expected cutoff for CMAT colleges before the release of CMAT 2026 results. Refer to the table to know more.
CMAT percentile 2026 | CMAT 2026 Score |
99.99 | 360 |
99.9 | 325 |
99.5 | 299 |
99 | 291.5 |
98 | 282.5 |
95 | 271 |
90 | 257.5 |
85 | 237.5 |
80 | 205.5 |
75 | 192.5 |
70 | 179 |
65 | 166.5 |
60 | 154 |
50 | 133 |
Candidates can check the CMAT-accepting colleges with MBA fees and the expected CMAT cutoff for MBA admission. Check the table below to know more about CMAT colleges and the cutoff for reference.
Name of the College | Total Fees (in Rs) | CMAT percentile 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KIIT School of Management (KSOM) CMAT cut off marks | Rs. 18 Lakhs | 99.2+ |
CMAT Cutoff for SIMSREE | Rs 1.34 Lkahs | 99.96 |
CMAT cutoff 2026 for N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research | Rs. 16.50 Lakhs | 95-99 |
CMAT cutoff for GIM, Goa | Rs. 21.45 Lakhs | 90 |
Rs. 17.84 Lakhs | 90+ | |
CMAT cut off 2026 for the Institute of Management Technology (IMT) | Rs. 23 Lakhs | 90+ |
Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) CMAT cut off marks | Rs. 14 Lakhs | 90+ |
CMAT cut off marks for Prestige Institute of Management | Rs. 2.36 Lakhs | 90-95+ |
Welingkar CMAT Cut Off | Rs. 14 Lakhs | 85+ |
Xavier Business School - St. Xavier’s University (XBS) CMAT cut-off 2026 | Rs. 10.80 Lakhs | 85+ |
CMAT cutoff for NIMS Pune | Rs 8 Lakhs | 85 |
Jaipuria Institute of Management CMAT cut off 2026 | Rs. 16.50 lakh | 80+ |
CMAT cutoff 2026 for Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship (XIME) | Rs. 12.90 Lakhs | 80+ |
International School of Business and Media (ISBM) CMAT cutoff marks | Rs. 14.29 Lakhs | 80+ |
CMAT cut off for Institute of Public Enterprise (IPE) | Rs. 9.15 Lakhs | 80+ |
CMAT cut off 2026 for Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP) | Rs. 7.95 Lakhs | 80+ |
AIMS Institutes CMAT cut off | Rs. 9.15 Lakhs | 80+ |
SIES College of Management Studies (SIESCOMS) CMAT cutoff | Rs. 6.30 lakh | 80+ |
CMAT cut-off for Jagannath Institute of Management Studies (JIMS) | Rs. 9.90 Lakhs | 80+ |
CMAT cut off 2026 for Indus Business Academy (IBA) | Rs. 10.32 Lakhs | 80+ |
Vignana Jyothi Institute of Management (VJIM) CMAT cut off 2026 | Rs. 9 Lakhs | 80+ |
ITM Business School, ITM Group of Institutions CMAT cutoff | Rs. 11.95 Lakhs | 80+ |
Acharya Bangalore Business School (ABBS) CMAT cut off | Rs. 9.50 Lakhs | 80+ |
SRM Institute of Science and Technology CMAT cut-off 2026 | Rs. 5.40 Lakhs | 80+ |
CMAT cut off marks Asia Pacific Institute of Management | Rs. 11.50 Lakhs | 80+ |
CMAT cut-off 2026 for Chetana’s Institute of Management and Research (CIMR) | - | 80-85+ |
CMAT cutoff for IRMA | Rs 13.6 Lakhs |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The CMAT 2026 result is expected to be declared on February 17, 2026 on the NTA CMAT official website.
Candidates can check their CMAT result 2026 by visiting the official website and entering their CMAT login details like CMAT application number and password.
More than 70,000 students have registered for the CMAT 2026 exam held on January 25, 2026.
On Question asked by student community
Hello aspirant,
The CMAT 2026 exam is set for January 25, 2026, and registration began in October 2025. In two sessions, the computer-based CMAT 2026 will be administered in more than 120 Indian cities. The CMAT syllabus and exam format have not changed for 2026.
For more information you can
Hello,
MAT and CMAT acceptance depends on the college you are applying to.
Many private and some government MBA colleges in India accept MAT and/or CMAT scores . However, not all colleges accept both exams , so you must check the specific college’s admission criteria.
Required percentile (approximate):
MAT: Usually
Yes, DSM DTU (Delhi Technological University, Department of Management Studies) does accept CMAT score for admission to its MBA programme. Many management institutes in India use CMAT as one of the valid entrance exams along with CAT, MAT, or GMAT, and DTU’s management department is among those that consider CMAT
Hello
You have scored 92 percentile in CMAT, which is a good score, and you have a higher chance of getting admission into a good college. But, if you're targeting only SVNIT Surat, then it's quite tough because SVNIT usually looks for a higher score for the PG course, like
Hello,
The link to the website of careers360, where the preferred colleges and percentiles are mentioned, is attached herewith. You can also get the details of colleges.
https://bschool.careers360.com/articles/mba-colleges-accepting-80-90-percentile-in-cmat-exam
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