CMAT Result 2023: Download Scorecard, Merit List, Percentile, Cut Off, and Top Colleges
Content Writer | Updated On - Mar 26, 2023
CMAT Result 2023 is going to be announced by NTA tentatively in the last week of April 2023, for all the candidates who appeared for the exam. To check CMAT Result 2023, candidates will have to log in using their application number & password on the official website- cmat.nta.nic.in.
CMAT Result 2023 is going to be declared in the form of a scorecard containing the overall & sectional scores and the rank. CMAT 2023 Merit List is also expected to be released by NTA within a week after the declaration of results, and will likely include the names of the candidates along with their AIR and percentile. Check CMAT Score vs Percentile
CMAT Score Accepting Colleges release their individual cutoffs and start with CMAT 2023 Counselling process based on CMAT scores and rank. Candidates can use Collegedunia’s CMAT 2023 College Predictor to get the list of eligible MBA/ PGDM colleges based on CMAT 2023 results
CMAT 2023 is likely to be conducted on March 26, 2023, in 450+ centers located in 124+ cities. Prior to declaring the result, NTA is going to release the preliminary CMAT answer keys a week before. After taking into account the challenges raised, if any, NTA will declare the final answer keys and CMAT 2023 Result.
Read the article to know about CMAT 2023 Result, how to download it, and much more.
CMAT 2023 Result Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of CMAT 2023 Result | Online |
| CMAT Result Declaring Body | NTA |
| Validity of CMAT 2023 Scores | 1 year |
| Prerequisites to Download CMAT Scorecard | Application Number & Password/ DOB |
| Details Mentioned in CMAT Scorecard 2023 | Sectional & Overall Scores, Rank, Candidate’s details like name, roll number, etc. |
| Total candidates who appeared in CMAT 2023 | (Soon) |
| CMAT Score Accepting Colleges | 1000+ AICTE Approved Colleges including JBIMS, BIMTECH Noida, Great Lakes Chennai, PUMBA Pune, etc. |
CMAT 2023 Result: Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| CMAT 2023 | First week of April 2023 |
| CMAT Provisional Answer Key 2023 | Third week of April 2023 |
| CMAT Answer Key Challenge | Third week of April 2023 |
| CMAT 2023 Result | Last week of April 2023 |
| Release of CMAT 2023 Merit List | May 2023 |
| CMAT Cut Off | May 2023 |
| CMAT Counselling Begins | May 2023 |
How to download CMAT 2023 Result?
You need to follow the below-mentioned steps to check your CMAT 2023 Result.
- Visit the official website: cmat.nta.nic.in.
- Locate and Click on the link for 'CMAT 2023 Result has been declared'
- Enter your login credentials, i.e., CMAT application number and date of birth.
- Enter the security pin as shown on the window and click on the 'Submit' tab.
- Download and save your CMAT 2023 Scorecard for future reference.
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Details Mentioned in CMAT 2023 Scorecard
| Candidate’s name and roll number | Candidate’s date of birth | Category and Gender |
| Category and Gender | Candidate’s guardian's name | CMAT registration number |
| CMAT score (sectional) | CMAT score (overall) | Rank |
| Qualifying status | Contact details of the candidate |
CMAT Result Statistics
CMAT 2023 Result Statistics are going to be announced by NTA on the official website after the declaration of the result. However, students can get an idea by referring to the previous year’s CMAT result statistics discussed below.
Out of 58956 candidates who registered last year, only 51144 appeared for CMAT exam. Out of 51144 candidates, 28513 were males, 22630 were females, and 1 belonged to the third gender.
Category and Gender-wise Number of Candidates Registered
Tabulated below is the category-wise distribution of the number of male and female candidates who registered for CMAT 2022 exam:
Category and Gender-wise Number of Candidates Appeared
Tabulated below is the category-wise distribution of the number of male and female candidates for whom the result has been declared:
How is CMAT Score Calculated?
CMAT Score is calculated based on the correct and incorrect responses made by the candidate in CMAT exam by following the marking scheme given below:
- The correct response will be awarded +4
- The incorrect response will face a penalty of -1
- For unattempted questions, there is no negative marking
How to Calculate CMAT Percentile?
The candidates who appear for CMAT exam will be able to calculate their percentile by using the values of their individual rank and the total number of candidates who appeared. CMAT Percentile is calculated using the formula:
Percentile P = ( (N- your rank)/ N) x 100 (Where P is percentile and N is the total number of candidates who appeared for the exam).
CMAT 2023 Score Vs Rank
Since last year NTA does not mention CMAT percentile on the scorecard. So, given below is an analysis of CMAT Score vs Rank based on the inputs received from last year’s test-takers.
| Range of CMAT Rank | CMAT Score |
|---|---|
| 1 to 100 | 350-318 |
| 100 to 1000 | 317-278 |
| 1001 to 5000 | 277-240 |
| 5000 and above | 239 and below |
CMAT Score Vs Percentile
Given below is CMAT Score vs Percentile analysis based on previous year’s result analysis:
| CMAT score range out of 400 marks | Expected CMAT percentile |
|---|---|
| 335-340 | 99.95 + |
| 315 | 99.9 + |
| 280 | 95 + |
| 270 | 90 + |
| 200-250 | 81 to 89 + |
CMAT 2023 Merit List
The authorities will release CMAT 2023 Merit List in PDF format following the release of CMAT Result 2023. CMAT Merit List will contain the candidate’s name, percentile score, and the AIR.
CMAT Tie-Breaking Criteria 2023
In case multiple candidates score the same in CMAT 2023, the ranking will be done on the basis of CMAT sectional score considered in the below mentioned order:
- Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation
- Logical Reasoning
- Language Comprehension
- General Awareness
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
If the tie still persists, candidates secure the same ranking by going through the above process, the same rank is assigned to all of them but is displayed by sorting their names alphabetically. The rank in CMAT of the next candidate is then extended by the number of students having the same rank. For example, if 3 students are at 6th rank then subsequent students will be ranked as 9th.
CMAT 2023 Answer Key
NTA releases CMAT Answer Key along with the candidates’ response sheet on the official website within a week of the conclusion of the exam. Candidates can challenge the answer keys and recorded responses by filling out an online application form and paying a processing charge of INR 200/ question till the last day of raising objections.
- The processing charge can be paid by credit card/debit card/Net banking. The processing fee once paid, is non-refundable.
- NTA’s decision on the challenges shall be final and no further communication will be entertained.
- Based on the challenges raised, NTA releases the final answer key based on which CMAT result is declared.
CMAT 2023 Counselling Procedure
Post declaration of CMAT Result 2023, candidates are called for the further rounds of counselling; GD/Essay and PI. Every institute has a different selection process.
- For the final selection, qualified candidates are required to visit the respective institutes for which they have applied for.
- Multiple rounds of selection are conducted at the campus of the concerned institute.
- About 1000 AICTE Approved institutes will accept CMAT 2023 Result scores.
Candidates need to note the following points regarding CMAT 2023 Selection process:
- A candidate’s academics, work experience, CMAT score, and overall personal aptitude will be put under tight scrutiny during the selection round.
- GD round will judge a candidate’s knowledge of the diverse topics, confidence, ability to counter pressure, etc.
- Candidates will be then shortlisted for a personal interview round based on their performance in the group discussion.
Check CMAT 2023 Selection Process in detail
CMAT Top Colleges and Expected Cutoff
Given below is the list of some of the top colleges accepting CMAT 2023 Score and the expected cutoff:
| College/University | CMAT 2023 Cutoff (Expected) |
|---|---|
| JBIMS | 99.99 |
| Sydenham | 99.96 |
| Welingkar | 99.9 |
| We School Mumbai | 99.09 |
| XISS Ranchi | 95 |
| Great Lakes Chennai (PGDM), GIM Goa (PGDM), KJ Somaiya, PUMBA (PGDM), IFMR (PGDM), N.L Dalmia (PGDM) | 85-90 |
| BIMTECH, IMT Nagpur, XIME Bangalore, Jaipuria, KSOM Bhubaheshwar, SIES, JIMS Rohini, Chetana | 80 |
| Jaipuria Noida, NDIM New Delhi, XIME Chennai, Christ University | 75 |
CMAT Result 2023 FAQs
Ques. When will CMAT 2023 Results be declared?
Ans. CMAT 2023 Results is going to be tentativly declared in the last week of April 2023. The result is available on the official website. CMAT 2023 result is in the form of a scorecard. The candidates need to visit the official website and log in to their portal to check out the results. The candidates can even download it for future reference.
Ques. How to check CMAT Results?
Ans. CMAT Results will be available to the candidates on their official portal at cmat.nta.nic.in. The candidates need to visit the official website and log in to their portal to check out the results. The candidates can even download it for future reference.
Ques. Can I get another copy of the CMAT scorecard if I misplace mine?
Ans. Yes, in case any candidate misplaces their CMAT scorecard, they can download it again from the official website- cmat.nta.nic.in.
Ques. How is CMAT Result Declared?
Ans. CMAT Result is declared in the form of scorecards. Candidates can download their CMAT scorecard from the official website using valid login credentials- application number, date of birth, and the security pin.
Ques. When will CMAT 2023 Cutoff be declared?
Ans. The participating colleges will release their respective CMAT cut offs after the release of results and merit lists. It is expected that most of the top b-schools will release their cut offs for CMAT 2023 in May 2023.
Ques. Who announces CMAT Result?
Ans. The National Testing Agency conducts CMAT exam and also declares the result for the same. However, the counselling is conducted individually by each participating institute.
Ques. For how long are CMAT Scores valid?
Ans. CMAT Scores are valid for only a year. So, CMAT 2023 score will be valid for MBA admission to the academic session 2023-25 only. If the candidates wish to improve their scores, they can appear for the exam next year.
Ques. What details are included in CMAT Scorecard?
Ans. CMAT Scorecard contains the candidate’s name and roll number, CMAT Score (sectional, overall), CMAT Percentile and other important details. However, for the first time, CMAT 2023 scorecard did not mention the CMAT percentile and included only the scores and the rank.
Ques. Does NTA conduct any centralized counselling process for admission through CMAT?
Ans. No CMAT doesn’t conduct any counselling for admission. Candidates will have to apply to the institutes of their choice individually, on the basis of CMAT cut off marks.
Ques. How to download CMAT 2023 Results?
Ans. CMAT 2023 Results will be tentatively declared in April last week. The candidates need to log in to their portal and check out the result by entering the application number and date of birth.
Ques. How can I calculate my CMAT score?
Ans. CMAT Score calculation will be based on the below-mentioned marking scheme:
- The correct response will be awarded +4
- The incorrect response will face a penalty of -1
- No response will receive 0
Ques. How can I calculate my percentile of CMAT?
Ans. Candidates can calculate their CMAT percentile using this formula:
Percentile P = ( (N - your rank)/ N) x 100
(Where P stands for percentile and N is the total number of candidates who appeared for the exam)
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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Here’s a list of some of the best CMAT accepting colleges.
| Colleges accepting CMAT score | CMAT 2022 cutoff (expected) | Fees (in INR) |
| Asia-Pacific Institute of Management | 85 percentile | 8.75 Lakhs |
| KIIT School of Management, Bhubaneswar (KSOM) | 80 percentile | 10.10 Lakhs |
| XIME, Bangalore | 75 percentile | 11.5 Lakhs |
| IMS Ghaziabad | 70 percentile | 7.95 Lakhs |
| Institute of Management, Christ University | 70 percentile | 7.70 Lakhs |
| Welingkar Mumbai | 70 percentile | 13 Lakhs |
| Welingkar Bangalore | 70 percentile | 13 Lakhs |
| Universal Business School | 70 percentile | 8.48 Lakhs |
| DY Patil University School of Management | 70 percentile | 8.40 Lakhs |
| NSB Academy, Bangalore | 70 percentile | 7.50 Lakhs |
Here are the top colleges accepting MAT score.
| Colleges accepting MAT score | MAT 2022 cutoff (expected) | Fees (in INR) |
| Pumba, Pune | 90+ | 1.29 Lakhs |
| Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow | 70-80 | 11 Lakhs |
| TA Pai Management Institute, Manipal | 70-80 | 16 Lakhs |
| BIT, Mesra | 70-80 | 5.89 Lakhs |
| XIME, Bangalore | 95+ | 11.5 Lakhs |
| NIT, Warangal | 70-80 | 1.64 Lakhs |
| Amity Business School | 90-95 | 7.80 Lakhs |
| SIMREE | 85-90 | 1.36 Lakhs |
| BIMTECH, Noida | 80-90 | 12 Lakhs |
| Institute of Public Enterprise, Hyderabad | 85-95 | 8 Lakhs |
| Alliance Bangalore | 80-90 | 14 Lakhs |
If you are preparing for CMAT 2022/MAT 2022, these are the colleges that you can consider.
Candidates belonging to Maharashtra can apply through MAH CET MBA whereas, outside Maharashtra, candidates can apply through CMAT/CAT or MAH CET MBA scores. Candidates who will meet the minimum cutoff criteria will be able to appear for the counseling rounds.
PUMBA, CMAT Cutoff 2020 for General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff for CMAT is 90 percentile.
There are two courses available in management studies
- PGDM (fully autonomous)
- MMS (autonomous affiliated to Mumbai university)
The PGDM course requires a separate form to be filled out if you are applying through CAT/CMAT/XAT or other All India Entrance exams. PGDM course doesn't have any kind of reservation criteria but you need only an All India Level Entrance exam score to apply.
The MMS course does not require you to fill out a separate form for applying through MHT-CET/CMAT/CAT because they are under DTE. One thing that you need to know is that this course is a Gujarati linguistic minority course where
- 51% of seats are reserved for Gujarati Speaking students
- 49 % don't have any caste-based quota,
- Out of the total intake in MMS 15% is reserved for All India Entrance exams like CAT, XAT, etc.
Yes, you have a good chance to get shortlisted in some of the top B-Schools in Pune with a score of 125 in CMAT 2022. Here are some of the top MBA colleges in Pune that accept CMAT scores.
| Colleges | CMAT cutoff (expected) |
| PUMBA | 80-100 |
| Balaji Institute of International Business | 80-100 |
| IIMS Pune | 80-100 |
| ISBM Pune | 80-100 |
| IBS Pune | 60-70 |
You can consider these colleges for an MBA.
JBIMS Mumbai is one of the prestigious management colleges which is also affiliated with Mumbai University. The institute offers admission on the basis of score in MAH CET score. Apart from the MAH CET score, the institute also accepts CAT and CMAT scores in the selection process.
If you are applying through a score other than MAH CET, then you have to fulfill the minimum cut-off score set by the institute.
The institute offers Masters in Management Studies (MMS program) and certain parameters are considered before offering the final admission letter.
| Parameter | Weightage |
| CAT/MAH CET/CMAT/GMAT Score | 60% |
| Class 10, 12, and Graduation marks | 15% |
| Work Experience | 20% |
| Diversity | 5% |
| Total | 100% |
The entrance test is the major criteria to get into JBIMS, Mumbai. Therefore it is important to have a good score in any one of the above-mentioned exams. Five specializations are available in the MMS program. The specialization is:
- Finance
- Marketing
- Operations
- HR
- System
On the basis of your score in the entrance and the number of seats in each specialization, admission will be granted. You need to be among the top scorers in CMAT to get admission to the institute. Usually, candidates with 95% and 100 scores in CAT and CMAT respectively can get admission.
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