KMAT 2026 on September 20: MCA Shift at 10 AM, MBA at 2 PM — Timings, Admit Card and Exam-Day Guidelines
Published 19 Sept 20265 min read
The Karnataka Management Aptitude Test (KMAT) 2026 will be held on Sunday, September 20, 2026. The MCA exam runs from 10 AM to 12 PM and the MBA exam from 2 PM to 4 PM IST. The admit card has been released, and only candidates carrying it will be allowed to take the test. KMAT is conducted by the Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges' Association (KPPGCA).
KMAT 2026 at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam | Karnataka Management Aptitude Test (KMAT) 2026 |
| Conducting body | KPPGCA |
| Exam date | Sunday, September 20, 2026 |
| MCA shift | 10 AM to 12 PM |
| MBA shift | 2 PM to 4 PM |
| Questions | 120 MCQs, 40 in each of three sections |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Mode | Home-based, online, remote-proctored, per the official key-dates page [kmatindia.com/testcenters] |
| Admit card | Released on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 |
| Practice test | September 17 and 18, 2026 |
| Registration | Closed on September 6, 2026 |
| Official website | kmatindia.com |
Which shift is yours?
- MCA: 10 AM to 12 PM
- MBA: 2 PM to 4 PM
Candidates should be ready at least half an hour before their shift. That means about 9:30 AM for MCA and 1:30 PM for MBA. The exact login window is printed on the admit card, so check it there [VERIFY]. Candidates who registered for both MBA and MCA receive a separate admit card for each, so check the slot on each one.
What to keep ready
- The KMAT admit card
- A valid photo ID proof
- A working laptop or desktop and a stable internet connection
Exam format
KMAT 2026 has 120 multiple-choice questions divided into three sections of 40 questions each, according to KMAT's official test-structure page. Candidates can move back and forth among the sections.
| Programme | Section 1 | Section 2 | Section 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | Language Comprehension (40) | Mathematical Skills (40) | Basic Aptitude (40) |
| MCA | Language Comprehension (40) | Mathematical Skills (40) | Logical Reasoning (40) |
The marking scheme is not stated on the official pages checked. Candidates should follow the instructions on their admit card and exam screen [VERIFY].
Exam-day rules
Before the exam
- Be ready at least 30 minutes before the exam starts.
- Keep the KMAT admit card and a valid photo ID proof with you.
- Check your network speed, internet connection and laptop beforehand, so the system does not freeze mid-exam.
- Read the exam instructions carefully before you begin.
During the exam
- Do not open any other window on your laptop or desktop.
- If you use a rough sheet, show it to the invigilator first.
- Stay calm and attempt the paper with confidence.
Conduct
- No one other than the candidate should be present during the exam.
- Do not use unfair means. Candidates are expected to take the test honestly.
Set up your system
KMAT 2026 is remote-proctored, so candidates take it from home, and it is monitored by AI and a human proctor.
- Use a stable internet connection, ideally with a backup such as a mobile hotspot.
- Keep your laptop charged or plugged in.
- Confirm the webcam and microphone work [VERIFY the exact requirements].
- Sit in a quiet, well-lit room.
- Close all unrelated tabs and applications before you log in.
Admit card
The admit card is available on the official KMAT website, kmatindia.com.
- Open the KMAT 2026 admit card link on kmatindia.com.
- Log in with your registration details.
- Download the admit card and save a digital copy.
- Take a printout and keep it with you.
Report any error in the name, photograph or exam date to the KMAT authorities immediately. The practice-test window on September 17 and 18 has ended, so fix any technical problem before Sunday.
After the exam
KMAT is an all-India exam. According to its official website, more than 189 AICTE-approved and university-affiliated institutes in Bangalore and the rest of Karnataka consider its scores for MBA, PGDM and MCA admissions. Candidates can share their scores with the B-schools they select. The website also describes KMAT as the last common entrance exam for MBA/PGDM admissions 2026. Each college applies its own selection process after the result. The result date was not announced in the sources checked [VERIFY].
Candidates need a bachelor's or master's degree from a recognised institution, and the official eligibility page sets a general minimum of 50% aggregate marks. [Read the full KMAT eligibility criteria]
Official website and helpline
- Website: kmatindia.com
- Phone: +91 80 2344 4555
- Email: info@kmatindia.com
FAQ Section
1. When is the KMAT 2026 exam?
It is on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
2. What are the KMAT 2026 shift timings?
MCA is from 10 AM to 12 PM and MBA is from 2 PM to 4 PM.
3. How many questions are there in KMAT 2026?
There are 120 multiple-choice questions in three sections of 40 each, according to KMAT's official test-structure page.
4. What are the KMAT 2026 sections?
MBA has Language Comprehension, Mathematical Skills and Basic Aptitude. MCA has Language Comprehension, Mathematical Skills and Logical Reasoning.
5. Can I move between sections during the exam?
Yes. The official test-structure page says candidates can move back and forth among sections.
6. Is KMAT 2026 online or offline?
The official key-dates page describes a home-based online remote-proctored test lasting 2 hours. [VERIFY, see Issues]
7. Can I take KMAT 2026 without the admit card?
No. Candidates who have their admit card with them are allowed to sit the exam. Keep a valid photo ID ready as well.
8. Where can I download the admit card?
From the official website, kmatindia.com.