CMAT 2026 Answer Key Released – Download Provisional Answer Key
The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 provisional answer key has been officially released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on 31 January 2026. Candidates who appeared in the CMAT 2026 examination can now download the provisional answer key along with question papers and recorded responses through the official login portal.
This provisional answer key allows candidates to verify their responses and estimate scores before the declaration of the final result. The objection window against the answer key has also been activated as per the official notification.
CMAT 2026 Answer Key – Overview
| Details | Information |
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| Exam Name | Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Purpose | Admission to Management Programs |
| Answer Key Status | Provisional |
| Exam Date | 25 January 2026 |
| Official Website | cmat.nta.nic.in |
CMAT 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CMAT 2026 Exam Date | 25 January 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | 31 January 2026 |
| Objection Window Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Objection Last Date | 02 February 2026 (11:50 PM) |
CMAT 2026 Answer Key Status Details
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Answer Key Type: Provisional
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Availability Mode: Login-based (Candidate Dashboard)
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Includes:
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Question Paper
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Recorded Responses
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Correct Option IDs
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Objection Facility: Available
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Final Answer Key: To be released after challenge verification
How to Download CMAT 2026 Answer Key & Response Sheet
Candidates can download the CMAT 2026 provisional answer key by following these steps:
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Visit the official CMAT website: cmat.nta.nic.in
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Click on the link “Challenge(s) regarding Answer Key”
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Log in using Application Number and Password
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Enter the CAPTCHA code and submit
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Click on “View Question Paper” to see recorded responses
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Click on “Click to View / Challenge Answer Key”
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Download the provisional answer key for reference
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How to Raise Objection Against CMAT 2026 Answer Key
Candidates who find discrepancies in the provisional answer key can submit objections as per the official process:
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Objection Mode: Online through CMAT login portal
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Steps to Challenge:
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Log in using candidate credentials
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Select the question(s) to challenge
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Choose the correct option ID
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Upload supporting documents (single PDF file)
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Pay objection fee and submit
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Objection Fee: ₹200 per question
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Payment Mode: Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI
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Refund Policy: Non-refundable
⚠️ Objections submitted without payment will not be considered.
CMAT 2026 Marking Scheme
As per the official marking scheme:
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Correct Answer: +4 Marks
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Incorrect Answer: –1 Mark
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Unanswered Question: 0 Mark
Score Calculation Formula:
Estimated Score = (Correct Answers × 4) – (Incorrect Answers × 1)
What After CMAT 2026 Answer Key?
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Review of objections by subject experts
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Release of Final Answer Key
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Declaration of CMAT 2026 Result
(As per official notification)
CMAT 2026 Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Download CMAT 2026 Answer Key | Click Here |
| Raise Objection Against Answer Key | Click Here |
| Official CMAT Website | Click Here |
CMAT 2026 Answer Key – FAQs
Q1. Is CMAT 2026 Answer Key released?
Yes, the CMAT 2026 provisional answer key has been released on 31 January 2026.
Q2. Who released the CMAT 2026 Answer Key?
The answer key has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Q3. Is the CMAT 2026 Answer Key provisional or final?
The currently released answer key is provisional.
Q4. How can I challenge the CMAT 2026 Answer Key?
Candidates can challenge it online through the CMAT portal by paying ₹200 per question.
Q5. What is the last date to raise objection for CMAT 2026 Answer Key?
The objection window is open till 02 February 2026 (11:50 PM).
Q6. Will the CMAT 2026 Answer Key be revised?
Yes, if objections are found valid, a revised final answer key will be released.
⚠️ Disclaimer:
Answer key details are for reference only. Candidates must verify all information from the official website before raising objections or calculating scores.
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