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KMAT 2026 Session 1 Result Out; Session 2 Registration Open Till October 31, Exam on November 14

Deepti Singh
Deepti Singh

Published 6 Oct 2026·2 min read·22 Views

Graphic showing KMAT 2026 Session 2 registration last date October 31 and exam date November 14
KMAT 2026 Session 2 registration closes on October 31, 2026.
The KMAT 2026 November session registration is open for candidates seeking admission to participating Karnataka colleges offering MBA, PGDM and MCA programmes.

The KMAT 2026 Session 1 result was released on October 8, 2026 for the test held on September 20, 2026. Candidates who missed that session, or want another attempt, can still register for Session 2 until October 31, 2026. The Session 2 test is scheduled for November 14, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon for MBA and MCA. [VERIFY: result release on the official site]

KMAT 2026: Important Dates

EventDate
Session 1 testSeptember 20, 2026
Session 1 resultOctober 8, 2026 [VERIFY]
Session 2 registration closesOctober 31, 2026
Session 2 testNovember 14, 2026
Session 2 timing (MBA and MCA)10:00 AM to 12:00 noon
Session 2 admit cardTo be announced
Session 2 practice testTo be announced

KMAT 2026 Session 1 Result: How to Check

Candidates can check the result on the official KMAT portal, kmatindia.com. The result is accessed through candidate login. Reports describe these steps [VERIFY on the portal]:

  1. Open kmatindia.com.
  2. Click the "KMAT 2026 Result" link.
  3. Enter your application number and date of birth.
  4. Log in and download the scorecard.

Candidates who find an error in the scorecard should follow the official discrepancy process on the portal. [VERIFY: the process and deadline]

What the Result Means for Session 2

Candidates with a Session 1 score can compare it with their target colleges' requirements before deciding whether to take a second attempt. Check the admission rules of the participating Karnataka colleges, including whether they accept the best score or a specific session. [VERIFY: score-usage rules]

Session 2 Registration: Courses and Deadline

Session 2 is relevant for admission to participating Karnataka colleges offering MBA, PGDM, and MCA. Registration closes on October 31, 2026. Keep your academic and personal details ready, review the form carefully, complete any payment, and save the confirmation.

Admit Card and Practice Test

The Session 2 admit card and practice test dates are not announced as of October 9, 2026. Check the official portal regularly.

What Candidates Should Do Now

  1. Check the Session 1 result on kmatindia.com.
  2. Decide whether to appear in Session 2.
  3. Complete the Session 2 application before October 31, 2026.
  4. Save the confirmation.
  5. Watch the portal for the admit card and practice test.

Live Updates

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Started 6 Oct 2026, 1:59 pm ISTUpdated 9 Oct 2026, 12:37 pm IST
Showing 25 of 28 updates
  1. 9 Oct 2026, 12:37 pm ISTLatest#28

    KMAT 2026 Live Update: Result Link on kmatindia.com

    The KMAT 2026 result link appears on the front page of kmatindia.com. Click “KMAT 2026 Result,” log in with your credentials, and download the scorecard. The login uses your application number and date of birth. 

  2. 9 Oct 2026, 12:36 pm IST#27

    KMAT 2026 Live Update: How to Download the Scorecard

    KMAT 2026 Session 1 results were released on 8 October. Candidates can download the scorecard from kmatindia.com by logging in with their application number and date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY). [VERIFY whether a password is also required.] 

  3. 9 Oct 2026, 12:34 pm IST#26

    KMAT 2026 Live Update: No Expected General Scores Listed in the 30–40 Range

    KMAT 2026 Session 1 results were released on 8 October. The expected-cutoff tables list no general-category scores between 30 and 40; the lowest general closing score is 42 (Angadi Institute). These are expected marks, not final cutoffs, and colleges set their own. 

  4. 9 Oct 2026, 12:34 pm IST#25

    KMAT 2026 Live Update: Expected Closing Scores Fall in the 40–50 Range

    KMAT 2026 Session 1 results were released on 8 October. No college has an expected opening score in this range, but some have expected closing scores of 42–46: Angadi Institute (42), Appa Institute (45), and AVK and Bangalore Institute of Management Studies (46 each). These are expected marks, not final cutoffs, and colleges set their own. 

  5. 9 Oct 2026, 12:33 pm IST#24

    KMAT 2026 Live Update: No Expected Opening Scores Listed Below 78

    KMAT 2026 Session 1 results were released on 8 October. The portal cutoff tables list no general-category opening scores in the 50–60 range. The lowest listed is 78. These are expected marks, not final cutoffs, and colleges set their own, so check each admission notice. 

  6. 9 Oct 2026, 12:32 pm IST#23

    KMAT 2026 Live Update: No Expected Opening Scores Listed Below 78

    KMAT 2026 Session 1 results were released on 8 October. The portal cutoff tables list no general-category opening scores in the 60–70 range. The lowest listed is 78. These are expected marks, not final cutoffs, and colleges set their own, so check each admission notice. 

  7. 9 Oct 2026, 12:25 pm IST#22

    KMAT Result 2026 Live Update: General-Category Colleges Around 81–83 Opening Score

    KMAT 2026 Session 1 results were released on 8 October, and scorecards are available at kmatindia.com. The colleges below have general-category opening scores of about 81–83 (marks, not percentiles). 

    • Angadi Institute of Technology & Management: 81
    • Appa Institute of Engineering and Technology: 81
    • Annapoorna Institute of Management Research: 82
    • Ballari Institute of Technology and Management: 83 [VERIFY]
    • Allum Karibasappa Institute of Management: 83

    Colleges set their own cut-offs, so check each institute’s admission notice.

  8. 8 Oct 2026, 12:54 pm IST#21

    KMAT 2026 Result Date: Result to Be Declared Soon

    The KMAT 2026 result will be declared soon. Candidates will be able to check it online.

     

  9. 8 Oct 2026, 12:53 pm IST#20

    KMAT 2026 Cut-Off: Colleges in the 90-100% General Range

    Here are the opening cut-offs for colleges in this range:

    • A.J Institute of Management: 109
    • Adarsh Group of Institutions: 107
    • Acharya Bengaluru B-School: 106
    • Administrative Management College: 99
    • Acharya Academy of Management Studies: 99
  10. 8 Oct 2026, 12:53 pm IST#19

    KMAT 2026 College Predictor Tool

    KMAT 2026 College Predictor: Enter your expected score to view likely admission options, with colleges ranked by fees, placements and cut-off trends.

     

  11. 8 Oct 2026, 12:52 pm IST#18

    KMAT 2026: Scores Also Accepted by 55 MCA Colleges

    KMAT 2026: Scores are also accepted by 55 approved MCA colleges, allowing candidates with suitable scores to pursue a Master of Computer Applications.

     

  12. 8 Oct 2026, 12:47 pm IST#17

    KMAT 2026 Counselling: Colleges Hold Their Own Rounds

    KMAT 2026 Counselling: No centralized counselling by KPPGCA. Each KMAT-accepting college will hold its own rounds after the result and invite qualified candidates.

     

  13. 8 Oct 2026, 12:47 pm IST#16

    KMAT 2026 Colleges: MBA vs PGDM Programmes

    KMAT 2026: MBA programmes are offered at AIMS Institutes, Jain University and Ramaiah Institute of Management Studies, while PGDM courses are available at Indus Business Academy and IFIM Business School.

     

  14. 8 Oct 2026, 12:46 pm IST#15

    KMAT 2026 Participating Institutes: Fee Snapshot

    Here are the fees at some participating institutes:

    InstituteFees (INR)
    A.J Institute of Management1.08 lakhs
    AIMS Institute9.65 lakhs
    Alliance University13 lakhs
    Bangalore School of Management Studies5.40 lakhs
  15. 8 Oct 2026, 12:43 pm IST#14

    Total Colleges Accepting KMAT 2026 Scores

    KMAT 2026: Over 178 business colleges accept the scores, and a broader count puts the total at 213 colleges considering the result for MBA admissions.

     

  16. 8 Oct 2026, 12:42 pm IST#13

    KMAT 2026: Scores Accepted by 170 MBA Institutes

    KMAT 2026: Scores are accepted by 170 AICTE-approved MBA colleges in Karnataka, opening admission to PG management programmes at these institutes.

     

  17. 8 Oct 2026, 12:42 pm IST#12

    KMAT 2026: Top 15 MBA Colleges

    KMAT 2026 Top 15 MBA Colleges: The official list features institutes such as A.J Institute of Management, AIMS Institutes, Alliance School of Business, ISBR Business School and Jain University.

     

  18. 8 Oct 2026, 12:38 pm IST#11

    KMAT Admission: Fee and Document Checklist

    Keep the following ready for admission:

    • Graduation mark sheet (minimum 50%, or 45% for reserved categories)
    • Photo ID and a passport-size photograph
    • Admission fee, payable at the college office
    • All original certificates for verification
  19. 8 Oct 2026, 12:37 pm IST#10

    KMAT Admission: How the Composite Score Is Calculated

    KMAT Admission: The composite score combines the KMAT result, GD/PI marks and relevant work-experience points, as per each participating college's criteria.

     

  20. 8 Oct 2026, 12:35 pm IST#9

    KMAT 2026 Application: Select One Preferred Institute

    While filling out the KMAT 2026 application form, students must choose one preferred participating institute. Each college will later apply its own cut-off during counselling.

     

  21. 7 Oct 2026, 12:54 pm IST#8

    KMAT 2026 Cutoffs Were Slated for Late September

    KMAT 2026 cutoffs were expected in the last week of September 2026, shortly after the results for the September 20 exam. No cutoff release has been confirmed.

     

  22. 7 Oct 2026, 12:52 pm IST#7

    KMAT 2026 Answer Key: Estimate Your Score

    Match your responses with the answer key to calculate a probable score. The update states +1 for each correct answer, –1 for each wrong answer and 0 for unanswered questions.

     

  23. 7 Oct 2026, 12:50 pm IST#6

    How to Raise an Objection to the KMAT 2026 Answer Key

    Go to kmatindia.com and click "Login to Raise Objections." Log in with your Application Number and date of birth. Select the question paper, course and the question you want to challenge, then upload supporting documents and submit the form. Wait for confirmation from the KMAT authority.

     

  24. 7 Oct 2026, 12:49 pm IST#5

    KMAT 2026 Final Answer Key Expected Soon on Official Website

    The KMAT 2026 exam was held on September 20, 2026. The authority usually releases the answer key shortly after the test, so the final answer key may be posted on the official KMAT website soon. No release date has been announced.

     

  25. 7 Oct 2026, 12:48 pm IST#4

    KMAT 2026 Scorecard Errors

    Candidates who find errors in their downloaded KMAT 2026 scorecard should email the Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges' Association (KPPGCA) at info@kmatindia.com, quoting their Application Number.

     

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