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Applicants need a valid email ID, scanned photograph, signature, and educational documents for registration. The photograph must be between 10 KB to 50 KB, while the signature should be 5 KB to 20 KB in JPG format. Academic marks from Class 10, 12, and graduation are also required.

MAT 2026 registration fees are Rs 2200 for one test (Paper Based Test mode or Computer Based mode) and Rs 3800 for both modes.

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No, the Economic & Business Environment section is not considered when determining a candidate’s final MAT percentile. Although this section contains 30 questions, only the other four core sections decide the composite score.

No, the Economic & Business Environment section is not considered when determining a candidate’s final MAT percentile. Although this section contains 30 questions, only the other four core sections decide the composite score.

Candidates must complete the 150-question in MAT 2026 exam within a total duration of 120 minutes. There is no individual sectional time limit in MAT 2026 exam, allowing test-takers to move freely between sections. This flexibility helps students manage their time across the five sections based on their personal strengths.

Electronic devices, metallic accessories, and eatables are strictly prohibited inside the CMAT test centre. This includes mobile phones, calculators, digital watches, belts, and jewelry. Candidates should also avoid wearing jackets or clothes with large pockets and metal clips to ensure a smooth security check.

NTA does not entertain any requests to change the exam city or centre after allotment. Options for test cities could only be modified during the form correction window. The agency reserves the right to change centers due to administrative or logistic reasons.

You must carry a hard copy of your CMAT admit card and a valid photo ID. Acceptable government identification includes an Aadhaar card, PAN card, Passport, or Voter-ID card. A printout of the email confirmation and a ball-point pen are also required for attendance.