KMAT 2025: Result (Session 1 & 2 OUT), Counselling, Dates, Cutoff

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What is KMAT?

KMAT Karnataka Full Form: Karnataka Management Aptitude Test KMAT is a state-level MBA/MCA entrance exam conducted by Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association (KPPGCA).

    • Purpose: Admission to MBA/PGDM & MCA in 170+ Karnataka colleges.
    • Mode: Home-based online remote-proctored (no physical centres).
    • Sessions: 2 per year (Session 1: Sep | Session 2: Oct).
    • Total Applicants: ~30,000–40,000 per session.
Table of Contents
  1. What is KMAT Karnataka? – Full form, purpose & who accepts it
  2. KMAT 2025 Latest Updates – Session 2 result out (8 Nov), next session dates
  3. KMAT 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule – Session 1 & Session 2 timeline
  4. KMAT 2025 Exam Highlights – Mode, duration, sections, fees, no negative marking
  5. KMAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria – Graduation %, age limit, MCA Maths rule
  6. KMAT 2025 Registration Process – Step-by-step + fee details
  7. KMAT 2025 Syllabus – Section-wise topics (Verbal, Quant, LR)
  8. KMAT 2025 Exam Pattern – 120 questions, 2 hours, remote-proctored
  9. KMAT Previous Year Question Papers – Free download links
  10. KMAT 2025 Mock Tests – Official & best free mocks
  11. KMAT 2025 Admit Card – How to download + exam day rules
  12. KMAT 2025 Result & Scorecard – Already out (Session 2: 8 Nov)
  13. KMAT 2025 Cut-off – Expected percentiles for top colleges
  14. Top 50+ Colleges Accepting KMAT 2025 – Acharya, Indus, CMR, etc.
  15. KMAT Admission Process 2025 – GD/PI rounds & selection criteria
  16. KMAT 2025 Contact Info – Helpline, email, website
  17. KMAT 2025 FAQs – Most asked questions in one line
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KMAT 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
EventDate
Session 2 Exam25 October 2025 (Done)
Admit Card22 October 2025
Mock Test21 October 2025
Result8 November 2025 (Out)
GD/PI & CounsellingNovember–December 2025
  • Aadhaar e-KYC compulsory
  • Live photo capture via webcam while filling form
  • Exam city based on your Aadhaar address
  • Class 11 registration number required
  • No calculator allowed (confirmed again)
  • Total exam cities: 320 (33 new cities added)
KMAT 2025 Highlights
ParticularsDetails
Conducting BodyKarnataka Post Graduate Private Colleges’ Association (KPPGCA)
ModeOnline Remote-Proctored (Home-based)
Duration120 minutes
Sections3: Verbal, Quant, Reasoning
Total Questions120 (MCQs)
Total Marks120
Marking Scheme+1 correct, no negative marking
LanguagesEnglish
Test CitiesHome-based (no physical centres)
Fee₹1,000 (General)
KMAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria
  • MBA: Graduation (any stream) with 50% (45% for SC/ST).
  • MCA: Graduation with Maths at 10+2/graduation level + 50% aggregate.
  • Final Year Students: Eligible (must submit marksheet later).
  • No Age Limit | Unlimited Attempts.
KMAT 2025 Registration Process
  1. Visit kmatindia.com → Click “Register”.
  2. Enter name, DOB, email, mobile, category.
  3. Login → Fill form (academic, 10+2/graduation details).
  4. Upload photo/signature → Pay ₹1,000 (online).
  5. Download confirmation → Admit card in Oct.

 

Next Session (Feb 2026): Registration starts Dec 2025.

KMAT 2025 Exam Pattern
SectionKey Topics
Verbal AbilityRC passages, Para jumbles, Grammar, Vocab
Quantitative AptitudeArithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation
Logical ReasoningPuzzles, Coding, Series, Blood Relations
 

Total: 120 MCQs | No sectional time limit.



KMAT 2025 Result
  • Release: 8 November 2025 (Session 2) | 23 Sep 2025 (Session 1).
  • Download: kmatindia.com → Login with app number/DOB → Scorecard PDF.
  • Details: Sectional/total scores, percentile, validity (1 year).
  • Next Step: GD/PI by colleges (Nov–Dec 2025)
Popular BA LLB Colleges in Bangalore

Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology

Bangalore, India

PES University

Bangalore, India

Jain University

Bangalore, India

Presidency University

Bangalore, India

KMAT Karnataka Admission Process 2025
  • Appear in Exam (25 Oct 2025 – Done).
  • Check Result (8 Nov 2025).
  • Apply to Colleges: Submit scores to 170+ participating institutes.
  • GD/PI: Shortlisted for group discussion + personal interview.
  • Counselling/Selection: Merit list based on KMAT (50%) + GD/PI (50%).
Top Colleges Accepting KMAT 2025 Scores
CollegeLocationFees (2 yrs)Avg Package
Acharya Institute of TechnologyBangalore₹3–4 Lakh₹6–8 LPA
Indus Business AcademyBangalore₹7–8 Lakh₹5–7 LPA
Acharya Bangalore B-SchoolBangalore₹6–7 Lakh₹5–6 LPA
Adarsh Institute of ManagementBangalore₹5–6 Lakh₹4–6 LPA
Bangalore Institute of ManagementBangalore₹4–5 Lakh₹4–5 LPA
CMR Institute of TechnologyBangalore₹3–4 Lakh₹5–7 LPA
Brindavan College of EngineeringBangalore₹2–3 Lakh₹4–6 LPA
East Point Group of InstitutesBangalore₹3–4 Lakh₹4–5 LPA
KMAT 2025 Cut-off (Expected – General Category)
PercentileColleges You Can Target
95+Top: Acharya, CMR, East Point
85–95Mid: Adarsh, Bangalore IMS
70–85Good: Brindavan, Indus Academy
Below 70State/private colleges
KMAT 2025 Preparation Tips
  • Daily Plan: 1 hr Verbal (RC + Grammar), 1 hr Quant (Math basics), 1 hr Reasoning (Puzzles).
  • Mocks: 1 full test/day + analysis.
  • Resources: RS Aggarwal (Quant), Arun Sharma (Reasoning), Norman Lewis (Verbal).
  • Focus: GK/Current Affairs (last 6 months) – 20% weightage.
Quick FAQs
  • Top IIMs accept KMAT? No, only CAT.
  • KMAT result validity? 1 year.
  • Negative marking? No.
  • Home exam? Yes, remote-proctored.
  • Age limit? No.
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