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KMAT exam 2025 is expected to be held in the third week of September. During the past 14 years, KPPGCA has been organizing the admission to MBA and MCA courses in the member institutions by holding the "Karnataka Management Admission Test (KMAT)". The KMAT 2025 Registration for admission to 159 MBA Institutions and 69 MCA Institutes has started from 14th May, 2025. The last date to register is 31st July, 2025.
KMAT exam 2025 will be conducted in the remote-proctored mode.According to the KMAT exam pattern, the duration of the KMAT exam 2025 will be two hours and there will be multiple-choice questions. The other KMAT Exam dates have not been declared yet.
What is KMAT Exam?
KMAT is a state-level exam conducted to provide opportunities to prospective candidates for admission to MBA, PGDM, and MCA programs offered by 169+ University-affiliated B-schools and over 55 MCA colleges in Karnataka. Successful KMAT Karnataka 2024 candidates will be invited by participating institutes to proceed with the admission process, which involves Group Discussions and Personal Interviews.
KMAT Karnataka or Karnataka Management Aptitude Test (KMAT) is conducted by the Karnataka Post Graduate Private Colleges' Association (KPPGCA). The organisation was established to provide support to professional education and facilitate and streamline the admissions to postgraduate professional courses. Check KMAT 2025 College Predictor
KMAT 2025 Exam Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| KMAT 2025 registrations | May 14, 2025 |
| Last Date of KMAT 2025 Registration |
July 31, 2025 (Dates are Subject to Change) |
| KMAT Admit Card Release | To Be Updated |
| KMAT 2025 Mock Test Date | To Be Updated |
| KMAT 2025 | To Be Updated |
| KMAT 2025 Result Declaration | To Be Updated |
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KMAT 2025 Highlights
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Karnataka Management Aptitude Test or KMAT |
| Conducting body | Karnataka Post Graduate Private Colleges' Association (KPPGCA) |
| Exam level | State Level |
| Exam frequency | Once a year |
| Mode of examination | Home-based Online Remote Proctored Test |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Test timings | MCA: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| MBA: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM | |
| Syllabus | Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning, |
| Exam pattern | 120 MCQs with no negative marking |
| Language | English |
| Application fees | INR 800 (excluding GST) |
| Exam purpose | Admission into more than 170 MBA colleges and over 55 MCA colleges |
| No. of seats | Approximately 15,000 seats in Karnataka through the KMAT exam |
| Courses offered | MBA, PGDM, MCA |
| No. of test cities | 13 (This year the exam will likely be conducted in the home-based proctored mode) |
| Exam date | To be Updated |
| Helpdesk No. | +91 9513270139 / +91 9513271046 |
| Official website | http://www.kmatindia.com/ |
KMAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Previously, only candidates with Karnataka domicile were eligible to take the KMAT exam. However, starting from 2018, the domicile criterion was removed, allowing candidates from other states to appear for the exam. The new KMAT eligibility criteria are based on the guidelines provided by the University Grants Commission (UGC). Although the eligibility criteria are the same for all participating colleges, individual colleges may have additional requirements for final admissions.
- Academic Eligibility for MBA:
- Candidates should have completed their graduation in any discipline from a recognized college/university, including Commerce, Management, Arts, Social Sciences, Engineering/Technology.
- Qualifying Marks:
- Candidates must have obtained a minimum aggregate of 50% or equivalent CGPA in the final year examination of their Bachelor's degree.
- For SC/ST category candidates, the minimum aggregate required is 45% or equivalent CGPA.
- KMAT 2025 Eligibility for MCA:
- Candidates seeking admission to MCA courses through KMAT 2024 must hold a bachelor's degree in any stream.
- Candidates must have secured a minimum aggregate of 50% in the final year examination of their bachelor's degree.
- Additionally, they must have studied Mathematics as a subject at the Class 12 level.
- Age Limit to Appear for KMAT 2025:
- There is no specific age limit mentioned by KPPGCA for Karnataka KMAT. However, candidates must be at least 21 years old at the time of admission.
Read detailed KMAT 2025 Eligibility
KMAT 2025 Registration
KMAT admission process starts with the KMAT Registration which have commenced on May 14, 2025. Candidates are required to fill out the KMAT 2025 application form online on the official website.
Step 1: Register for KMAT 2025
Candidates need to register for KMAT 2025 on the official website of KMAT India. They must complete the online application form, providing basic details such as academic qualifications, domicile, reservation category, nationality, and upload photographs and signatures. The application process will be considered complete only after the payment of the application fee, which can be done online using options like Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, Wallets, etc.
Step 2: Fill out the KMAT 2025 Application Form
Once registered, candidates should proceed to fill out the KMAT 2025 application form with the required information and documents.
Step 3: Download KMAT Admit Card 2025
After successful submission of the application form, candidates will receive their KMAT admit card. The admit card will be available for download in September from the official website. Candidates can access their admit card by entering their login credentials on the admit card window.
Step 4: Appear for Karnataka KMAT 2025
Candidates must appear for the KMAT 2025 exam as per the scheduled date and timings. The exam is going to be conducted on November, 2025 (tentative) and will be an internet-based test.
Step 5: Check KMAT 2025 Result
The KMAT 2025 result will be declared online. It will indicate the qualifying status of candidates, scores obtained in each section, overall scores, and rank obtained in the exam.
Note: Clearing the exam does not guarantee admission to colleges accepting KMAT scores. After the declaration of KMAT results, candidates who meet the cut-off criteria will be called for the further selection process. Each participating college will have its own cut-off and merit list, and the final selection will be based on those factors.
Check detailed process for KMAT 2025 Registration
KMAT 2025 Exam Pattern
KMAT Exam Pattern is notified by the exam conducting authority with the release of the official notification. The exam comprises 120 objective-type questions, each carrying 1 mark. KMAT 2025 question paper will be divided into 3 sections- Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension; Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning. The total duration is 120 minutes with no sectional time limit. Also, there is no restriction on switching between sections.
KMAT Sectional Exam Pattern for MBA and MCA
| Section | Test | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension | 40 |
| 2 | Quantitative Ability | 40 |
| 3 | Logical Reasoning | 40 |
| Total | - | 120 |
Also Check: KMAT Kerala Exam Pattern
KMAT 2025 Syllabus
| Section | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension | Comprehension of passages, Vocabulary, Grammar, Para Jumbles, Synonyms |
| Quantitative Ability | Arithmetic, Number system, Numerical calculations, Algebra, Geometry, Interpretation of tables |
| Logical Reasoning | Family tree, Puzzles, Data Arrangement, Strong and weak arguments, Venn Diagrams |
KMAT 2025 Preparation Books
Best Books for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension Section
| Book Name | Author/Publisher |
|---|---|
| Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis |
| How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT | Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay |
| The Pearson Guide to Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning | Nishit K. Sinha |
| High School English Grammar and Composition Key | Wren and Martin |
Best Books for Quantitative Ability Section Section:
| Book Name | Author/Publisher |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude for All Competitive Examinations | Abhijit Guha |
| How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT | Arun Sharma |
| Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation for CAT | Nishit Sinha |
| Quantitative Aptitude | R.S Aggarwal |
Best Books for Logical Reasoning Section:
| Book Name | Author/Publisher |
|---|---|
| A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning | R.S. Aggarwal |
| How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for the CAT | Arun Sharma |
| Analytical and Logical Reasoning for CAT & Other Management Exams | Peeyush Bharadwaj |
| Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT | Nishit K. Sinha |
KMAT 2025 Mock Test
KMAT 2025 Mock Test is going to be conducted on November 1 & 2, 2025 (Tentative). Candidates can attend the mock tests for KMAT 2025 by following the below steps:
- Visit the official website - kmatindia.com or click on the following link
| Direct Link for KMAT 2025 Mock Test – Soon |
- After clicking on the above link, enter the login and date of birth.
- Click on sign-in to access the mock test.
KMAT 2025 Admit Card
The KMAT 2025 admit card will be made available for download on November 3 on the official website. It is a mandatory document that candidates must carry with them during the exam. Therefore, it is essential for candidates to download the admit card once it is released and save it on their desktop or any accessible location. The KMAT admit card for 2024 will contain important information such as the exam slot, login time, and other relevant details. Here are the steps to download the KMAT 2025 admit card:
- Visit the official website of KMAT: kmatindia.com
- Click on the 'login' tab, which can be found in the application section.
- Enter your KMAT 2025 application number and password in the respective fields.
- Navigate to the 'admit card' section.
- Click on the 'download' button to obtain your KMAT admit card.
KMAT Exam Centers 2025
| S.No. | Test City | Test Centre | Test Centre Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Bangalore | Indian Academy School of Management Studies | Hennur Cross, Hennur main road, Kalyan Nagar, near Kalyan Nagar bus depot, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560043 |
| 02 | Bijapur | BLDE Association's A.S Patil College of Commerce | MBA Programme, New campus, B.M. Patil Road, Vijaypura-586103 |
| 03 | Mangalore | A.J. Institute of Management | Kottara Chowki, Opposite Mahindra Showroom Mangaluru, Karnataka 575006 |
| 04 | Belgaum | Bharatesh Education Trust's Global Business School | BC-188, Near Fort, Old P.B. Road Belgaum-590016 |
| 05 | Bellary | Allum Karibasappa Institute of Management | V.S.College Campus, Airport Road, Cantonment, Bellary-583104, Karnataka |
| 06 | Davanagere | MBA Programme, Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology | PB NO 311 Lake View campus, S.S.Layout, Davanagere - 577004 |
| 07 | Gulbarga | Sharnbasveshwar College of Commerce | S.B.College campus Kalaburgi -585103 |
| 08 | Hubli | K.L.E. Society's Institute of Management Studies and Research | BVB Campus, Vidya Nagar, Hubballi, Karnataka 580031 |
| 09 | Mysore | Pooja Bhagavat Memorial Mahajana PG Centre | K.R.S. Main road, Metagalli post, opposite State Bank, (Near J.K.Tyres) Metagalli, Mysuru, Karnataka 570016 |
| 10 | Shimoga | PES Institute of Technology and Management | PES Campus, NH 206, Sagar Road, Shivamogga -577204 Karnataka |
KMAT 2025 Results
The KMAT results for 2025 are expected to be declared in December 2024. Candidates who have taken the exam will be able to access and download their scorecards online using their login credentials. The KMAT result 2024 for Karnataka will be announced for both MBA and MCA courses. To download the KMAT result 2025, follow these steps:
- Visit the official website of KMAT India.
- On the homepage, locate and click on the 'KMAT 2025 Results' button.
- You will be directed to a login page.
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth in the respective fields.
- Click on the 'Login' button to access your KMAT scorecard.
- Once logged in, you can download and save your KMAT scorecard for future reference.
Details Mentioned on KMAT 2025 Scorecard
KPPGCA will not send the hard copy of KMAT scorecard 2025 via post to the students. Those who get a valid score in KMAT 2025 will be shortlisted for the selection rounds. The result of KMAT 2025 will be valid for only one year. It will contain the following details:
- Candidate’s Name
- Roll Number
- Registration Number
- Candidate’s Category
- Section-wise marks
- Total or Overall Scores secured by the candidate
- Percentile obtained
KMAT Answer Key 2025
KMAT Answer Key 2025 will be made available soon after the KMAT result is declared. The answer key will be made available for all sets: Set A, Set B, Set C, and Set D. Candidates can download KMAT answer key to assess their performance by visiting the official website. KMAT answer key 2025 will provide the details of the correct answer for every question asked in KMAT exam.
How to Download KMAT 2025 Answer Key?
The following steps must be followed to download KMAT answer key 2025:
- Visit the official website kmatindia.com.
- Click on the link “Download Answer Key” and select the required set.
- Download KMAT answer key available in the PDF file format.
- You can compare your response with the responses in the answer key for the particular set.
- If required, you can save and take a printout of the answer key for future reference.
KMAT Cut off 2024
| College | General Category Opening Rank | General Category Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Acharya Bengaluru B-School. | 106 | 70 |
| Acharya Academy of Management Studies | 99 | 59 |
| Adarsh Group of Institutions | 107 | 60 |
| Adichunchanagiri Institute of Technology | 87 | 59 |
| Administrative Management College | 99 | 68 |
| Alliance Ascent College | 86 | 51 |
| Allum Karibasappa Institute of Management | 83 | 45 |
| Adept Institute of Management Studies & Research (AIMSR) | 84 | 62 |
| Aditya Institute of Management and research | 97 | 56 |
| Alliance University | 87 | 51 |
| Aishwarya Institute of Management Studies and Research | 91 | 57 |
KMAT 2025 FAQs
Ques. I belong to the general category. What is the minimum percentage of marks I need to apply for KMAT exam?
Ans. If you are from the general category, you need to secure not less than 50% of marks in aggregate to appear for KMAT exam. For reserved category candidates, the minimum percentage is 45%.
Ques. Can I apply for two programs through KMAT exam?
Ans. Yes, you can apply for two programs, however, you will have to fill out separate KMAT application forms for each program and pay the application fee of INR 850 separately.
Ques. Can I use a calculator during KMAT exam?
Ans. No, you will not be allowed to use any electronic device like a calculator or others on the day of KMAT exam. If candidates do not follow the rules, then they will be disqualified from taking the exam right away.
Ques. How many times can I apply for KMAT Karnataka in a year?
Ans. Earlier, candidates could apply twice in a year if they were dissatisfied with the score. But now, candidates can appear for the exam only once a year. So, for KMAT Karnataka exam, candidates will be able to appear only once.
Ques. Is it mandatory to have a photo ID proof for taking KMAT exam?
Ans. Yes, it is mandatory for all candidates to show a valid photo ID proof along with the downloaded admit card for verification purposes on the exam day. Without these documents, no candidate will be allowed to appear for the IBT test.
Ques. Is application form correction facility available for KMAT exam?
Ans. No, candidates will not be permitted to make any changes to KMAT application form after submission. So, candidates are advised to fill and check the application form details correctly before final submission.
Ques. Can I select more than 1 exam center for KMAT exam?
Ans. No, candidates can only select one KMAT Exam Center while filling their application forms. Candidates must choose the same very wisely as no changes will be permitted later.
Ques. After making the payment of KMAT application fee, can I get a refund for the same if I am not able to appear for the examination?
Ans. No, the examination fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. But, in case you have paid twice for the same course, you will surely get a refund.
Ques. Which are the topmost B-schools that will accept KMAT scores?
Ans. For this year, the scores will be accepted by more than 169 + well-known AICTE – approved
University-affiliated B-schools in Bangalore and Karnataka. A few of the leading institutions include
- Acharya Institute of Management and Sciences (AIMS),
- Alliance University,
- IFIM Business School,
- MP Birla Institute,
- M.S. Ramaiah,
- Mount Carmel, and many more.
Ques. In case of any problem in KMAT Karnataka exam like registration, non-receipt of unique ID on mail, downloading of the scorecard, etc, whom should I contact?
Ans. In any of the cases mentioned above, you must immediately contact KMAT Helpline No. +91 9513270139/ 1046 and/ draft an email to info@kmatindia.com.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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