Great Lakes - PGDM & PGPM Admissions 2026
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NTA will announce the CMAT 2026 results probably in the second week of February 2026. Post-declaration of CMAT results, candidates understand their score is just the start; the real challenge is utilizing these results to propel your educational and career goals forward. The CMAT participating institute will start releasing their CMAT cutoff for its MBA admission. Candidates who will appear in the CMAT exam and know the result can check the CMAT percentile using the CMAT percentile predictor tool to know their chances of MBA admission in top Bschools. Below are steps to follow post-CMAT results 2026, including insights into the admission processes of top business schools.
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                After the CMAT results are announced, you must do a few things to land yourself in the right direction.
After the CMAT results 2026, you need to prepare yourself for the admission process. The CMAT selection process will vary from college to college. Brace yourself for rounds like the Writing Aptitude Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). Remember, admission isn't just about CMAT scores; it's about shining in every aspect of the selection process.
If the CMAT result does not go as expected then you can look for several other alternative MBA entrance exams. Here are a few MBA entrance exams that you can target.
If you score a low percentile in CMAT 2026, then you can look for colleges which offer direct admission to MBA and PGDM courses without any entrance exams. Some of the colleges that provide direct admission to MBA and PGDM courses without any entrance exams are listed below, you can check out more information about about these colleges by clicking on their names.
Target your dream college
Identify institutions that match your CMAT score and offer programs aligning with your career objectives. Factor in the areas of expertise offered by these schools, such as finance, marketing, or international business.Group Discussions and Personal Interviews (GD/PI): Most top-tier business schools have multiple stages in their selection process, including GD and PI. Update yourself on current affairs and industry trends, and practice articulating your achievements and professional aspirations.
Keep your eye on the cut-offs
These cutoffs vary from institute to institute and are your gateway to further assessments. Keep a close eye on the cutoff lists released by colleges post-CMAT results. If you're eyeing a specific institution, ensure you've met their cutoff to stay in the running for admission.
CMAT Accepting Colleges (Percentile Wise)
Application Submission: Begin by applying to the colleges you have shortlisted. Applications typically require your CMAT 2026 score, academic transcripts, and personal details.
The admission process of CMAT accepting institutes will likely commence in February 2026.
| Events | Dates | 
| CMAT 2026 exam date | Last week of January 2026 | 
| Declaration of CMAT 2026 result | Second week of February 2026 | 
| Commencement of the CMAT selection process for the MBA | To be announced | 
Candidates can check from the list below, their preferred MBA college in their preferred city for admission through CMAT.
On Question asked by student community
Hello,
For a postgraduate management course (MBA/PGDM) at L.D. College, you will likely need to give the CMAT exam. As a final-year BCA student, you are eligible to appear for the exam. The registration for CMAT 2026 has already begun, and you must apply before the deadline to be eligible for the entrance test.
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Yes, you will likely need to pass CMAT 2026 to be eligible for an MCA at LD College, as it is a common entrance exam for MCA programs. To be eligible for CMAT, you must hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline or be in your final year of graduation. For admission to the MCA program itself, you'll need a passing score on CMAT (the exact cutoff is determined by the college) and meet the college's specific requirements, which often include a bachelor's degree and minimum passing marks of 50% (45% for reserved categories).
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With a 70 percent in CAT Examination, you can go for various B-Schools or private collages. The S. K. Patel Institute of Management in Gandhinagar is an option for those who score 70-80 percent in their CAT examination or The Gujarat Institute of Management (GIM) in Goa with a cutoff of 60-80 percentage. These are the collages you can look for in Gujarat or nearby.
Collage in other regions: BA Colleges Accepting 70-80 Percentile in CAT 2025
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Here are some top MBA colleges in India with fees under Rs. 2 lakh and their exam/cutoff details:
SIMSREE, Mumbai – Fee around Rs. 1.3–1.4 lakh for 2 years. Accepts CAT, CMAT, MAH-CET, MAT, ATMA. Cutoff is very high, usually 99+ percentile in CAT/CMAT.
PUMBA (Dept. of Management Sciences, Savitribai Phule Pune University) – Fee around Rs. 1.2–1.3 lakh. Accepts CAT, CMAT, MAH-CET, ATMA. Cutoff approx. 75+ percentile in CAT, 90–95+ percentile in CMAT, high scores in MAH-CET.
TISS, Mumbai (MA HRM & other management-related programmes) – Fee around Rs. 1.7–1.9 lakh. Accepts CAT for some courses. Qualifying cutoff is around 60–70 percentile, but final selection cutoffs are higher.
These are the main government institutes where the full MBA/PG programme fee is within Rs. 2 lakh. Cutoffs vary slightly each year and by category, but SIMSREE and PUMBA generally need high scores, while TISS has its own process along with CAT shortlisting.
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You can download CMAT question papers and their solutions for the years 2021 to 2025 from trusted education websites. The 2021 papers are available in PDF format and include both shift 1 and shift 2 with solutions. These papers also have the optional section Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
For the year 2025, you will find complete question papers for both shifts along with correct answers. These papers cover all the sections like Quantitative Techniques, Logical Reasoning, Language Comprehension, General Awareness, and Innovation & Entrepreneurship.
You can use these question papers to practice and understand the pattern of the exam. They are helpful for time management and identifying important topics.

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