Last Day Today: KMAT 2026 Session 2 Registration Closes Oct 31, Exam on Nov 14
If you want an MBA or MCA seat in Karnataka through KMAT this year, today is your last chance to register. The Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association (KPPGCA) closes the KMAT 2026 session 2 registration window today, October 31, 2026. The second session of the Karnataka Management Aptitude Test is the final shot for students who missed session 1 or want a better score. The exam itself will be held on November 14, from 10 am to 12 noon.
KMAT is the state-level entrance test for admission to MBA, PGDM, and MCA programmes at participating institutions across Karnataka. Session 1 was held on September 20, and its result came out on October 8. Session 2 now gives a fresh chance to students who sat out the first round, and to those who appeared but were not happy with their score. You can read how the KMAT 2026 session 1 result was released and what the scorecard carries.
Nov 14 exam, from home, in two hours
The session 2 test will be held in home-based online remote-proctored mode. That means you take it on your own computer at home, under live online supervision, instead of travelling to a test centre. Both the MBA and MCA papers run for two hours, from 10 am to 12 noon on November 14.
A home-based test still needs preparation. Check your internet connection, webcam, and microphone a day early, and keep a valid photo ID ready. Pick a quiet spot with no one walking in during the test.
“Session 2 is the last KMAT window of this cycle. If Karnataka is on your MBA or MCA list, do not let this date slip past.”
Who can apply, and what it costs
KPPGCA has kept the eligibility simple. You need a bachelor’s degree of at least three years, or a master’s degree, from a recognised institution. The qualifying degree can be in Commerce, Management, Arts, Social Sciences, Engineering or Technology, or an equivalent discipline.
Marks matter too. General category candidates need at least 50% marks in aggregate in the qualifying degree. For SC and ST candidates, the minimum is 45%. Final-year students should read the official notice carefully before applying, since colleges check the degree at admission time.
The application fee is Rs 1,230 including GST, and it is the same for every category. Payment works through credit card, debit card, UPI, or net banking. No other payment mode is accepted, so do not trust any agent or third-party link that asks for money another way.
How to register before the window shuts
Registration for KMAT 2026 session 2 runs on the official portal, and the steps take only a few minutes if your documents are ready:
- Go to the official KMAT India website.
- Click on the KMAT application option on the homepage.
- Select New Registration and enter your personal details.
- Fill the application form and upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the Rs 1,230 fee online and submit the form.
- Download the confirmation page and keep it safe for future reference.
Do not leave the form half-filled till late evening. Portals slow down on the last day as thousands of students log in at once, and a failed payment close to midnight can cost you the whole attempt. Finish early, save the confirmation page, and note down your application number.
Why students pick KMAT for Karnataka
For many students, KMAT is the practical route into a Karnataka management or computer applications programme. It is a single state-level test accepted by participating colleges across the state, so one score opens several admissions options instead of one college at a time. MBA aspirants who are also tracking national tests can compare timelines: the NMAT 2026 registration window closed on October 25 after an extension, while KMAT session 2 stays open till today.
After the November 14 exam, the next steps are the result and college-level counselling by participating institutions. Keep your login details safe, because the scorecard and later admission notices will come through the same portal. If you applied for session 1 as well, use the same care with your documents: colleges verify marksheets and category certificates at admission, and a mismatch can hold up a seat.
The bottom line: registration ends today, the exam is two weeks away, and the fee is Rs 1,230. If KMAT is part of your plan, apply on the official KMAT portal now, not tonight.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to register for KMAT 2026 session 2?
October 31, 2026. The registration window opened on September 28, and today is the final day to submit the form on the official KMAT portal.
When is the KMAT 2026 session 2 exam?
November 14, 2026, from 10 am to 12 noon. Both the MBA and MCA papers run in the same two-hour window.
What is the KMAT 2026 session 2 application fee?
Rs 1,230 including GST. The same fee applies to all categories. You can pay by credit card, debit card, UPI, or net banking.
Who can apply for KMAT 2026 session 2?
Anyone with a three-year bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree from a recognised institution. General category candidates need 50% marks in aggregate, while SC and ST candidates need 45%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to register for KMAT 2026 session 2?
October 31, 2026. The registration window opened on September 28, and today is the final day to submit the form on the official KMAT portal.
When is the KMAT 2026 session 2 exam?
November 14, 2026, from 10 am to 12 noon. Both the MBA and MCA papers run in the same two-hour window.
What is the KMAT 2026 session 2 application fee?
Rs 1,230 including GST. The same fee applies to all categories. You can pay by credit card, debit card, UPI, or net banking.
Who can apply for KMAT 2026 session 2?
Anyone with a three-year bachelor's degree or a master's degree from a recognised institution. General category candidates need 50% marks in aggregate, while SC and ST candidates need 45%.
