CMAT 2026 Admit Card to Be Released Soon: Exam on January 25, Check Download Steps and Exam-Day Guidelines

Staff Writer: Upasana Sen

Last Updated: January 19, 2026

Synopsis: CMAT 2026 admit card is expected to be released soon on the NTA-CMAT website. The exam will be held on January 25, 2026, in two sessions. Admit card will mention test centre, slot, and timings. Candidates must carry a valid photo ID to the exam centre.

The CMAT 2026 admit card is expected to be released in the coming days on the official NTA-CMAT website. Candidates who have successfully registered for the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 will be able to download their hall tickets online by logging in with their application credentials. The advance city intimation slip, which helps candidates confirm their allotted test city, was already released on January 16, enabling aspirants to plan travel and logistics in advance.

The CMAT 2026 examination is scheduled for January 25, 2026, and will be conducted in two sessions. Important details such as the test centre address, exam slot, reporting time, and exam timings will be clearly mentioned on the CMAT 2026 admit card. Candidates are advised to check all details carefully once the hall ticket is available and immediately report discrepancies, if any.

The city intimation slip was released to support candidates who may not have received their first-preference test city, as CMAT centre allotment follows a first-come, first-served basis. While the city slip confirms the test city, the exact centre location and slot details will only be available on the admit card.

CMAT 2026 Admit Card: How to Download

The CMAT 2026 hall ticket will be issued online only. No admit card will be sent via post or any offline mode. Candidates must download and print their admit card before the exam day. The step-by-step process to download the CMAT 2026 admit card is as follows:

• Visit the official NTA-CMAT website
  
• Click on the tab labeled “Download CMAT 2026 Admit Card”
  
• Enter your application number and password
  
• Submit the details to access the admit card
  
• Verify all information carefully and download a copy for future reference

Candidates are advised to take multiple printouts of the admit card and keep them safe until the admission process is completed.

CMAT 2026 Exam Schedule and Slot Details

The CMAT 2026 exam will be held in two slots on January 25, 2026. Information regarding slot allocation, exam duration, reporting time, and gate closing time will be mentioned clearly on the admit card. Since slot allocation is system-generated, requests for changes will not be entertained.

Candidates should plan to reach the test centre well in advance to avoid last-minute inconvenience. Entry to the examination hall will strictly follow the instructions mentioned on the admit card.

Important ID Proofs to Carry on Exam Day

Along with the printed CMAT 2026 admit card, candidates must carry one original, valid photo identity proof to the test centre. Entry will not be permitted without proper identification. The accepted photo ID proofs include:

• School Identity Card
  
• PAN Card
  
• Passport
  
• Aadhaar Card with photograph
  
• E-Aadhaar with photograph
  
• Class 12 Board Admit Card with photograph
  
• Bank Passbook with photograph

The name on the ID proof should match the name mentioned on the CMAT application form and admit card. Candidates are advised not to carry photocopies or expired documents, as only original and valid IDs will be accepted.

Key Instructions for Candidates Appearing for CMAT 2026

Candidates must strictly adhere to the guidelines mentioned on the CMAT 2026 admit card. Electronic gadgets, study material, or prohibited items will not be allowed inside the examination centre. Any violation of exam-day rules may lead to disqualification.

Since the admit card is expected to be released today or by tomorrow, candidates should regularly check the official website and their registered email IDs for updates. Timely downloading of the hall ticket will help avoid last-minute technical issues.

With the CMAT exam date approaching, aspirants are advised to revise strategically and ensure all exam-day documents are ready in advance for a smooth examination experience.

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