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CMAT 2026 Result: Scorecard Direct Link and Scholarships
Content Writer | Updated On - Jul 27, 2025
What's new in CMAT 2025 Result?
Candidates will be able to download the scorecard from the official website by logging in using their CMAT 2026 application number and password.
The category wise expected CMAT 2026 cutoff based on the previous year trends are: General: 95 - 99.9, OBC/EWS: 85 - 95, SC/ST/Pwd: 50 - 75.
In order to secure admission in the top tier colleges such as: JBIMS, SIMSREE, GIM and KJ SIMSR, the candidate needs a 95 - 99 percentile. An average 70 - 85 percentile will only be able to get admissions in lower tier colleges such as: NIA Pune, IMT Hyderabad and IMI Bhubaneswar.
Check which college you can apply to in accordance with your CMAT 2026 rank with the College Predictor.
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CMAT 2026 Check Results
Once the results are released, candidates will be able to download the results from the official website.The results will incorporate any objections raised by the candidates and The CMAT 2026 result will stay valid for exactly one year for the release date.
Follow the guidelines listed below to know how to check the CMAT 2026 results:
| Action | Details |
|---|---|
| Visit the CMAT 2026 Official Website | Go to cmat.nta.nic.in. |
| Click on the ‘CMAT result 2026’ tab | Find the result link on the homepage and click on it |
| Login using credentials | Enter your CMAT Application Number and Password |
| Enter security PIN | A security PIN WILL be displayed on the screen |
| Click on ‘Submit’ | After entering all the details, click on submit to proceed |
| View the result | Your CMAT scorecard will be displayed on the screen |
| Download | Click on download to save the result PDF |
Details on the Scorecard
The details on the scorecard are as follows:
- Name of the candidate
- Roll number allotted to the candidate
- Date of birth of the candidate
- Category (if any)
- Gender of the candidate
- Contact details: Candidates personal contact details
- Guardian’s details: Candidate’s parent’s/guardian’s name
- CMAT registration number: Given at the time of registration
- CMAT score: sectional and overall marks
- CMAT percentile: sectional and overall percentile
- Qualifying status: Whether the candidate passed or not
Here is a sample of the CMAT scorecard:
CMAT 2026 Post Result Declaration
After the CMAT 2026 results are declared, the candidates can proceed with the admission in the colleges of their choice:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| CMAT 2026 Results | Results include overall percentile and section-wise cutoffs. |
| College Shortlisting | Candidates should research and apply to colleges based on their cutoff scores. |
| Admission Rounds | Shortlisted candidates will go through:
|
| Merit List Release | Colleges release a list of selected candidates |
| Final Admission | Shortlisted candidates complete final formalities and begin their academic session. |
How is CMAT 2026 Percentile Score calculated?
CMAT percentile is calculated to maintain uniformity among the different exam slots. It shows a candidate’s performance regarding the general CMAT performance.
CMAT Percentile Score Formula:
| P = [(N - the rank of the candidate) / N] * 100 here, P = percentile N = total number of candidates appearing for the CMAT exam |
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How to prepare for CMAT 2026 GD and PI rounds?
The Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds are held by the institutes to shortlist the candidates during the admission process. The candidate should be prepared for these rounds in order to be admitted to the institutes of their choice.
Group Discussion (GD): Group Discussion is an interactive round where the candidates are given a common topic to discuss and their performance is judged on the basis of their communication skills, teamwork, leadership qualities and logical reasoning.
Personal Interview (PI): Personal Interview is an one on one interaction between the candidate and the interview panel. The candidate is assessed on their personality, confidence, problem-solving skills, career goals, and their knowledge about the course and institute they are applying to.
Tabulated below are a few tips to boost your preparation:
| Group Discussion (GD) | Personal Interview (PI) |
|---|---|
| Read about trending topics (economy, politics, social issues, business). | Prepare answers for "Tell me about yourself," strengths & weaknesses, career goals etc. |
| Present structured points with facts and examples. | Stay updated with the current affairs on business, economy, and industry trends. |
| Speak clearly, avoid interruptions, and be respectful. | Be ready to discuss your academic background and work experience with examples. |
| Balance speaking and listening; encourage others to participate. | Work on your body language: Maintain eye contact, good posture, and a calm tone. |
| Stay within time limits and avoid lengthy explanations. | Practice mock interviews with mentors or friends for better responses. |
CMAT Result 2026 Tie Breaking Criteria
In the CMAT 2026 exam, if two or more candidates obtain the same score, the tie breaking criteria is applied:
| Priority | Criteria | Preference Given to |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Higher sectional Score | Subject in the order of preference:
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| 2nd | Fewer Incorrect Answers | Candidates with fewer incorrect answers are given preference. |
| 3rd | Date of Birth | Older candidates are given preference |
Candidates with the same score will be given the same merit, this means if two candidates are at rank 2, then both will get rank 2 and rank 3 will not be given to the next candidate, instead they will be awarded rank 4.
CMAT 2026 Expected Score vs Percentile
The CMAT score vs percentile gives the candidate an idea of the maximum marks they need to score in order to obtain an appropriate percentile to apply to the colleges of their choice.
What is a good CMAT rank?
90 - 99 percentile is considered a good score in CMAT. All the popular colleges accepting CMAT such as JBIMS, GIM, KJ Somaiya etc. select students who have a percentile of 90 - 95 or higher.
What is a good score in CMAT 2026?
Based on previous year trends, a score ranging between 250 to 300 or above is considered a good score. This score corresponds to a 85 to 95 percentile.
Is 70 percentile good in CMAT 2026?
70 percentile is an average score for CMAT 2026. With a 70 percentile, the candidate an apply to only the tier 3 colleges. In order to get admission in top tier colleges, the candidates should aim for a percentile higher than 85.
Tabulated below is the CMAT expected Score vs Percentile in accordance to the previous year trends:
| CMAT Score Range (Out of 400) | CMAT 2026 Expected Percentile |
|---|---|
| 305 and above | 99.5+ |
| 290 - 304 | 99 |
| 265 - 289 | 95 |
| 245 - 264 | 90 |
| 230 -244 | 85 |
| 220 - 229 | 80 |
| 200 -219 | 70 |
Also Check: CMAT 2026 Score vs Percentile
CMAT 2026 Participating Institutes
The CMAT entrance exam is accepted by approximately 1300 management institutes across india. Each institute releases their own cutoff list as per the seat availability and the number of candidates applying.
Does GIM accept a CMAT score for the 2026 batch?
Yes, Goa Institute of Management, Goa accepts CMAT score for admissions in 2026 batch for MBA courses. The institute holds the GIM Analytics Aptitude Test (GAAT) for PGDM, BDA and IDA courses.
Tabulated below are the CMAT 2026 participating institutes along with their expected cutoff score and total tuition fees:
| Top Institutes | CMAT 2026 Cutoff Percentile (Expected) | Total Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS), Mumbai | 99.99+ | INR 6.05 L |
| Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research and Entrepreneurship Education (SIMSREE), Mumbai | 99.97 | INR 1.34 L |
| KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research (KJ SIMSR), Mumbai | 95 - 97 | INR 19.94 L |
| Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai | 95 - 99 | INR 11.76 L |
| Goa Institute of Management (GIM), Goa | 95 - 99 | INR 18.07 L |
| Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research, Mumbai | 85+ | INR 13 L |
| Pune University Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA DMS) | 99+ | INR 1.33 L |
| IFMR Graduate School of Business at KREA University | 90 | INR 14 L |
| National Insurance Academy (NIA), Pune | 75 | INR 9.43 L |
| Institute of Management Technology (IMT), Hyderabad | 80 | INR 12.03 L |
| International Management Institute (IMI), Bhubaneswar | 80 | INR 12.14 L |
| MET Institute of Management, Mumbai | 97 | INR 4.5 L |
| XISS, Ranchi | 95 | INR 10.5 L |
What is the Previous Year CMAT Cutoff Analysis?
Knowing the previous years CMAT cutoffs helps you in getting an estimate of the colleges you can aim for. Although the cutoffs vary every year, there is never a huge significant change.
Tabulated below is the cutoffs of top participating institutes through the last three years 2024, 2023 and 2022:
CMAT Previous Year Cutoff Analysis
- JBIMS, Mumbai and SIMSREE, Mumbai continuously has the highest cutoff of 99.99 percentile, only top scorers can get admission.
- Welingkar Institute of Management and IFMR Graduate School of Business maintain the 85 - 87 percentile range. These institutes are accessible to candidates with mid to high scores.
- XISS, Ranchi shows an increase, improving from 80 percentile in 2022 to 95 percentile in 2023 and 2024.
- NIA, Pune and Jaipuria Institute of Management maintain a score 75 - 85 percentile cutoff.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the previous year CMAT results inform us that, in order to get admission in a top tier MBA institute, the candidate needs to score a minimum of 97 - 99 percentile. With the competition increasing every year, the cutoff is expected to be higher in 2026.
CMAT 2026 Scholarships
Many MBA institutes across India offer scholarships and fee waivers based on the candidate’s CMAT percentile, academic performance and financial need. These scholarships help deserving students by reducing their financial burden while pursuing their studies from a prestigious institute.
Tabulated below are some institutes that offer scholarships and fee waiver along with their criteria based on the candidates CMAT percentile:
| Institutes | Scholarships/Fee Waivers |
|---|---|
| JBIMS, Mumbai | Merit-based scholarships for top rankers. |
| SIMSREE, Mumbai | Government-aided scholarships for reserved categories. |
| Welingkar Institute of Management | CMAT-based tuition fee waivers for high scorers. |
| IFMR Graduate School of Business | Performance-based scholarships up to 50% fee waiver. |
| XISS, Ranchi | Need-based & merit-based financial aid. |
| NIA, Pune | Special scholarships for top CMAT scorers. |
| Jaipuria Institute of Management | Early-bird & merit-based scholarships. |
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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