Updated KMAT 2026 Exam Date and Application Details for MBA Aspirants in Kerala
KMAT 2026: Key Updates for MBA Candidates
KMAT 2026 Announcement: A significant update has been issued for those preparing for MBA admissions in Kerala. The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Kerala has revised the exam date for the Kerala Management Aptitude Test (K-MAT) 2026, which is now scheduled for February 22, 2026. Additionally, the deadline for submitting online applications has been extended.
As per the revised timeline, candidates can submit their applications until 4 PM on February 5, 2026. Interested and eligible individuals can register online via the official CEE Kerala website.
Application Fee Structure:
The application fee for the Kerala Management Aptitude Test varies by category:
- General and SEBC candidates: Rs. 1,000
- Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates: Rs. 500
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates: Exempt from application fee
Exam Format:
The K-MAT 2026 will be administered as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) across all districts in Kerala. The exam duration is set for 3 hours.
The test will feature 180 multiple-choice questions, each worth 4 marks, totaling 720 marks. A penalty of 1 mark will be applied for each incorrect answer.
Subjects Covered:
The K-MAT 2026 will evaluate candidates on their language proficiency, mathematical skills, and logical reasoning. The question paper will include sections on:
- English Language Usage & Reading Comprehension
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Data Sufficiency
- Logical Reasoning
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
These sections are designed to assess the overall aptitude of candidates for management studies.
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
To qualify for MBA admissions, candidates must achieve the following minimum scores in the K-MAT 2026:
- General and SEBC categories: At least 10% (72 marks)
- SC, ST, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories: Minimum 7.5% (54 marks)
Successful candidates in the K-MAT will be eligible for MBA programs at various universities and affiliated management colleges in Kerala. However, passing the exam does not guarantee admission; it only confirms eligibility.