CMAT 2025: Applicant Analysis White Paper

Introduction

The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a national-level entrance exam for MBA and PGDM programs in India. This white paper analyzes trends in CMAT applicant data, providing insights into applicant demographics, course popularity, and application growth. Understanding these trends is crucial for management institutions, prospective students, and educational stakeholders.

1. Number of Applicants Over the Years

• Overall Trend: The number of CMAT applicants has fluctuated over the past few years.

CMAT 2025: Analysis of Qualified vs. Applied Candidates

1. Difference Between Qualified & Applied

In the context of the CMAT exam, it's important to define what "qualified" means, as the NTA (National Testing Agency) does not set a specific passing mark for MBA/PGDM admission. Here's a breakdown:

• Applied: This refers to the total number of candidates who registered and submitted their application for the CMAT 2025 exam. For CMAT 2025, 74,012 candidates registered. The registration process involves filling out the online form, uploading required

CMAT 2025 Cutoff Analysis: A White Paper

Introduction

The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission into MBA/PGDM programs in various management institutes across India. Understanding the CMAT cutoff is crucial for aspirants to gauge their chances of securing admission into their desired B-schools. This white paper aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of CMAT cutoffs, covering previous year trends, subject-wise cutoffs (if applicable), category-wise cutoffs, and the factors influencing these cutoffs.

1. Previous

CMAT 2025: Predictions on Number of Applicants

1. Analysis of Past Trends in Applicant Numbers

Analyzing the historical data of CMAT applicant numbers reveals fluctuations over the past decade. While specific year-by-year data up to 2025 isn't available, some data points can inform the analysis:

• 2021-22: 71,490 registrations.
• 2022-23: 58,956 registrations.
• 2023-24: 75,209 registrations.

These figures show considerable variation, with a roughly 21% decrease from

CMAT 2025: Decoding the Competition and Strategies for Success

The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a national-level entrance exam for MBA and other postgraduate management programs in India. With a large pool of applicants and limited seats in top business schools, understanding the competition is crucial for aspirants. This analysis delves into the competition ratio in CMAT, its implications, and strategies to enhance your chances of success.

1. Understanding the Competition Ratio

• Definition: The competition ratio is the number of candidates vying for

CMAT 2025: Analysis of Seat Distribution and Reservation Policies

Introduction

The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a national-level entrance exam for admission to management programs in India. Understanding the nuances of seat distribution is crucial for prospective students. This white paper analyzes the seat distribution across various categories, the difference between All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota, the impact of reservation policies, and provides an overview of seat availability in top colleges.

1. Category-wise Seat Distribution

The seat distribution in CMAT-accepting colleges is influenced