KMAT 2023: Admit Card, Exam Date, Mock Test, Syllabus, Pattern
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About KMAT 2023
Latest Updates on KMAT 2023: The Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association has announced the KMAT 2023 result in online mode on November 21. Candidates can check their KMAT Karnataka result by visiting the official website- kmatindia.com. KMAT exam 2023 was held on November 5, 2023. The admit card for the same has been issued on November 3, 2023. Interested and eligible candidates filled out the KMAT 2023 application form in online mode. The KMAT exam 2023 registration has been closed on October 26, 2023.
As per the KMAT 2023 eligibility criteria, candidates must have completed graduation with a minimum aggregate of 50%. KMAT exam 2023 is conducted to admit candidates to more than 189 institutes offering MBA and MCA courses in Karnataka. KMAT was first conducted in the year 2003. Once the KMAT exam is conducted, candidates securing equal to or more than the KMAT exam cutoff will be called for the selection procedure. Each participating institute will release an individual cutoff and a list of selected candidates.
After the KMAT selection process 2023, a final merit list will be prepared. This KMAT merit list has the names of the students who have matched the cutoff and are selected for the further selection process which includes the GD/ PI round. Candidates will have to visit the counselling centre as per the schedule where the GD/PI rounds will be held.
On the basis of the KMAT 2023 score and GD/ PI scores, a final merit list of the selected candidates will be declared and they will be called for document verification. The qualified candidates will be then offered final admission to KMAT colleges which will contain the names of shortlisted candidates.
KMAT 2023 Highlights
Full Exam Name | Karnataka Management Aptitude Test |
Short Exam Name | KMAT |
Conducting Body | Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association |
Frequency of Conduct | Once a year |
Exam Level | State Level Exam |
Languages | English |
Mode of Application | Online |
Application Fee (General) | 850 Rs [Online] |
Mode of Exam | Online |
Mode of Counselling | Online / Offline |
Participating Colleges | 36 |
Exam Duration | 2 Hours |

KMAT 2023 Important Dates
Past Dates and Events
21 Nov, 2023
Result | Mode: Online
05 Nov, 2023
Exam | Mode: Online
03 Nov, 2023
Admit Card | Mode: Online
01 Nov, 2023 - 02 Nov, 2023
Mock test | Mode: Online
30 Jun, 2023 - 26 Oct, 2023
Application | Mode: Online
KMAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria
KMAT M.B.A Eligibility Criteria
As per the eligibility criteria prescribed by KPPGCA, candidates must have passed graduation (minimum 3 years)/ Master's degree from a recognised institute with minimum aggregate of 50%. SC/ST candidates will be given relaxation of 5%. Candidates from Commerce, Management, Arts, Social Sciences, Engineering/ Technology stream are eligible to apply.
KMAT M.C.A. Eligibility Criteria
KPPGCA prescribes the eligibility criteria of KMAT 2022 required to be eligible for the exam. As per the eligibility criteria, candidates must have minimum aggregate of 50% in graduation. Additionally, candidates must also have studied mathematics at class 12 (10+2) or during Bachelor’s degree in order to be eligible for MCA.
Mode of Application : Online
Mode of Payment : Net Banking | Credit Card | Debit Card
Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association (KPPGCA) opened the KMAT 2023 registration window in online mode on June 30. The last date to submit the KMAT 2023 application form is October 26, 2023. Candidates have to pay the application fee of Rs 1000. Before filling KMAT application form 2023, candidates must ensure that they qualify for the eligibility criteria of the exam. The steps to fill out the KMAT application form have been provided below.
Steps to Fill KMAT 2023 Application Form
Visit the link, kmatindia.com and click on ‘Apply now’
Register for KMAT 2023
After registration, log in using the application number and date of birth
Fill in all required details including name, date of birth, domicile, gender, category, preferred course, etc.
Payment of fee
Requirements to fill out KMAT application form 2023
• Valid email ID and mobile number
• Marksheet/ certificate of Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree
• Scanned image of candidate’s photograph and signature
• Scanned copy of the applicant’s parent’s signature
Application Fees
Category | Quota | Mode | Gender | Amount |
---|---|---|---|---|
SC, OBC, General, ST | Online | Female, Male | ₹ 850 |
Verbal ability and reading comprehension
Quantitative ability (MCQ)
Logical reasoning
The exam pattern of KMAT 2023 has been prescribed by KPPGCA. As per KMAT 2023 exam pattern, the exam will be conducted online for a duration of two hours. The KMAT test will comprise 120 questions from three sections - Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Ability and Logical Reasoning. The complete KMAT 2023 exam pattern is given below.
KMAT Test Pattern 2023
S. No | Test | Questions | Duration |
1 | Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension | 40 | 2 hours |
2 | Quantitative Ability | 40 | |
3 | Logical Reasoning | 40 | |
Total | 120 |
KMAT 2023 Marking Scheme
For every correct answer, one mark will be awarded
No marks will be deducted for incorrect responses
Furthermore, candidates will be able to switch between different sections of the exam as sectional time division has not been allotted.
KMAT 2023 admit card has been issued on November 3. Candidates who successfully apply for the exam can able to download KMAT admit card 2023 in online mode. Candidates can download and print a copy of the KMAT 2023 hall ticket.
After printing, candidates must have pasted passport-sized photographs on the admit card. The photograph has to be similar to the one provided in the application form. The KMAT 2023 admit card contais details such as the name of the candidate, photograph, signature, exam date, time, and venue.
Steps to download KMAT admit card 2023
- Visit the official website - kmatindia.com.
- Enter the login credentials that were created at the registration:
- Click on the ‘Submit’ tab
- Now, the screen will display KMAT 2023 admit card
- Subsequently, download the KMAT admit card and take printouts for future reference.
KMAT 2023 Exam Centers
State | City |
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Karnataka | Bagalkot |
Bangalore | |
Belgaum | |
Bellary | |
Bijapur | |
Davanagere | |
Gulbarga | |
Hubli | |
Mangalore | |
Mysore | |
Shimoga | |
Tumkur | |
Udupi |
Documents Required at Exam
- Admit card
- Valid ID proof
The KPPGCA has announced KMAT 2023 result in online mode. The KMAT 2023 scorecard consists of the section-wise scores and overall percentile of candidates. After the declaration of KMAT result, candidates can also collect a copy of the scorecard from the KMAT office.
Candidates have to carry the scorecard with them on the day of the selection process. Based on the candidates’ performance, the cutoff will release by each participating institute.
Steps to download KMAT scorecard 2023
- First, visit the official website of KMAT -kmatindia.com.
- Next, find and click the link called “KMAT Result 2023” at the menu bar.
- It will take the candidate to the KMAT result page. From there, candidates have to select the offline mode exam which is shown with the exam date.
- Then the candidates have to enter their “Roll Number” and “Date of Birth”. After entering the KMAT login details, click the login button.
- Finally, the appropriate KMAT result 2023 will be displayed on the screen.
- Take a printout of the result for your future reference.
KMAT 2023 Cutoff
KMAT 2023 cutoff is the minimum score that must be secured by a candidate to be eligible to participate in the selection procedure. Each participating institute is likely to have its own cutoff for both courses. On the basis of KMAT cutoff 2023, candidates will be shortlisted to take part in the selection procedure. Students must check the KMAT 2023 cutoff after the results are declared and then apply for colleges. Candidates will not be given admission if they fail to meet the cutoff criteria of the college they apply for. After the declaration of the KMAT 2023 result, KMAT accepting institutes will begin to release their admission criteria with KMAT cut offs.
KMAT Karnataka selection procedure 2023 will be conducted separately by each participating institute. The cutoff of each institute will differ as it is prepared individually. On the basis of institute-wise KMAT cutoff, candidates will be selected to participate in the selection process. As KMAT 2023 selection process is conducted individually by each institute, candidates will have to apply separately to each participating institute for a course so as to attend the selection procedure at the institute.
Documents Required at Counselling
- KMAT 2023 scorecard/rank card
- KMAT admit card 2023
- Class 10 mark sheet
- Class 12 mark sheet
- Graduation mark sheet
- Character certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Transfer certificate
- Migration certificate
- Two recent colored passport size photographs
General Information
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question:When will the registration process for KMAT 2023 to be closed?
Answer:
The KMAT exam 2023 application form window has been closed on October 26, 2023.
Question:When will the KMAT 2023 be held?
Answer:
The KMAT exam 2023 was held on November 5, 2023.
Question:What will be the marking scheme of KMAT 2023?
Answer:
As per the exam pattern of KMAT 2023, candidates are awarded +1 mark. There is no negative marking in the question paper.
Question:What will be the nature of KMAT 2023 exam?
Answer:
KMAT Karnataka 2023 was conducted in online mode as a CBT mode in which candidates have to answer 120 multiple-choice questions.
Question:Can a candidate select more than one KMAT exam centre city?
Answer:
No, candidates are allowed to select only one city as the exam centre. However, this year KMAT exam will be conducted as a remote proctored home-based internet test.
Question:What is KMAT Karnataka?
Answer:
Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association conducts state level KMAT Karnataka exam once in a year to admit candidates in MBA and MCA courses for more than 189 institutes in Karnataka State.
Questions related to KMAT
What is the procedure of getting admission in MSRIT(bangalore) for MCA? Im currently preparing for KMAT which is said to be required for it? Will i have to go through gd/pi ? What is the total fees for MCA? Does it have management quota seats for non- karnataka students?please answer if you know...
Hello Student
Procedure of getting admission in asmr it for MCA has to pass 12 class examination with science physics chemistry mathematics with a good marks and have to appear for an entrance test like kcet or comedk or KMAT. Kmat is a national level entrance test for private college admission for MBA, PGDM or MCA courses which is conducted by Karnataka private post graduate college association. According to previous record it may be said that there will be a personal interview before the final admission process. The MCA courses fees for 3 years is 1,64,000 Of rupees in SMRIT Bangalore.
I want to join a bangalore college for MCA for which i have to give KMAT exam which will be conducted on 7 NOV. but all my regional colleges are starting soon. What should i do should i wait for KMAT or join colleges like jecrc or poornima of jaipur?
Hello stargentdust
hope you are doing well and safe. With reference to your query, I would glad inform you that you should freeze your seat in JERC that will be a good option by paying some fees and side by side prepare for your entrance since very colleges accept kmat dont take any risk if by any chances things doesnt go well in KMAT then you will have a backup for JERC
Hope you found this answer informative. Best wishes for your future
Cutoff of kmat and cmat to get admission in cet?
Kindly visit the link that has been shared below to find out cut offs and all other relevant details regarding admissions to various engineering branches at College of Engineering Trivandrum
https://www.careers360.com/colleges/college-of-engineering-trivandrum/cut-off
Hi sir, i got 168 mark(48%) cmat2019. And 571 mark (60%) mat2019 and kerala kmat 122 score. Which is the best score to apply for mba?
Hey Rasi.
According to the marks u have obtained in the entrance exams u will not be able to apply for the good bschools for ur further studies for getting call letter from them.
U should be using ur MAT marks for getting admissions in the private bschools for ur further studies.
Hope u got ur point. Ask if u are having any query.
Good luck
Hi,here is VITESH from AP ..Which entrance will be applicable for MBA in BITM Bellary.. either KMAT r PGCET.Plz help me out..thank you.
The minimum eligibility criteria for MBA course is candidates should have a Bachelors degree in any discipline with not less than 50% marks.
Selection of the candidates for admission to MBA program is done based on their performance inKMAT/ Karnataka-PGCET/ MAT/ CAT.
BITM offers a scholarship to its meritorious students, candidates who belong to financially-weak background and reserved category.