The KMAT Kerala 2026 has been scheduled to be conducted on January 25, 2026 , in the online CBT mode. If you have registered for KMAT Kerala 2026, you must take note of the exam day guidelines for KMAT Kerala issued by the CEE so that you do not face any issues at the examination centre. The admit card is a mandatory document that candidates must carry to the exam centre; otherwise, they will not be allowed to enter. Apart from that, you must bring a valid government-issued ID (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License, etc.) and a passport-size photograph. You must reach the exam centre at least 1 hour before the exam begins and enter the examination hall without any electronic items like mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, or Bluetooth devices. All the details regarding the KMAT Kerala Exam Day Guidelines 2026 can be found below.

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KMAT Kerala 2026 Exam Day Guidelines

You have to ensure that they follow the under-mentioned instructions issued by CEE when appearing for the KMAT Kerala exam 2026:

• Before appearing for the KMAT Kerala 2026 exam, candidates must revise all the important topics covered in the KMAT Kerala syllabus, such as Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, General Knowledge, and Data Sufficiency and solve as many previous years' question papers and mock tests as possible to understand the exam pattern and improve time management.
• It is crucial to arrive at the exam centre well before the reporting time, at least an hour before the exam starts, to avoid last-minute stress.
• If you are new in the city or are not very familiar with the location, you must familiarise yourself with the area where the exam centre is located, a day before the exam, if possible.
• Candidates taking the KMAT Kerala exam need to check that they have all the necessary documents, such as:

(a) KMAT Kerala admit card
(b)a valid photo ID proof (photocopy and original) for verification purposes, including Employee ID, Driving License, Aadhar Card, Passport, Pan Card, Voter ID, or previous college ID
(c) printout of the KMAT Kerala application form

• Stationery that must be kept by the candidates includes a black or blue ballpoint pen, HB pencil, eraser, sharpener, etc.
• A sheet will be provided in the examination hall for rough work. You must write their names and roll numbers on the top of that paper and put their signatures also. You must fill in the answer sheets correctly, especially the roll number and other required details.
• You must listen to the instructions given by the invigilator before and during the exam and follow them precisely.
• You must go through the instructions given on the question paper carefully before they start attempting the KMAT Kerala question paper.
• While answering questions during the KMAT Kerala exam 2026, you must allocate sufficient time to each section and question based on the difficulty levels and their strengths. You must attempt easier questions first to ensure good marks in the exam and then move on to tougher ones.
• Since the KMAT Kerala exam is speed-based, the test-takers must get a good eight-hour sleep to avoid anxiousness and stay calm and focused throughout the exam day.

Things to Avoid on the KMAT Kerala 2026 Exam Day

• You are not allowed to carry electronic devices such as calculators, mobile phones, watches, microphones, smartwatches, or any other gadgets to the exam hall. If anyone is caught carrying them, he/she may be disqualified from taking the exam.
• Study materials like notes or books are also prohibited inside the exam hall.
• Since time management is the key to acing the KMAT Kerala exam, it is not advisable that candidates spend extra time on one question. They must move on to the next question and attempt to solve the difficult ones later if time permits.
• Stay focused and do not get distracted or speak to the other test-takers.
• Do not ignore the instructions given by the invigilators or the ones mentioned on the question paper before starting the exam.
• Refrain from any unfair practices while taking the KMAT Kerala 2026 exam, such as copying, communicating with others, or using unauthorised materials, since cheating can lead to disqualification.
• Do not leave the exam centre early, even if you finish the exam and use the remaining time to go through your answers to correct potential mistakes.

KMAT Kerala 2026 Exam Details

If you are appearing for the KMAT Kerala 2026 entrance exam, you must check out the exam details provided in the table below.

KMAT Kerala 2026 Exam Centres

The KMAT exam 2026 was conducted in 14 major cities in Kerala and all the candidates were allotted the KMAT exam centre on the basis of their preference mentioned in the application form. On the day of the KMAT exam, you must visit the specific exam centre mentioned on your admit card. The list of all the cities where the KMAT Kerala exam takes place has been mentioned below:

• Thiruvananthapuram
• Kollam
• Ernakulam
• Alappuzha
• Pathanamthitta
• Idukki
• Kottayam
• Kozhikode
• Thrissur
• Malappuram
• Palakkad
• Kasargod
• Kannur
• Wayanad
• KMA

Importance of the KMAT Kerala 2026 Admit Card

The KMAT Kerala 2026 Admit Card can be considered a crucial document for candidates appearing for the exam since it serves as an entry pass to the examination centre. If you forget to bring your admit card, you will not be allowed to enter the exam hall or sit for the exam. Apart from containing your photograph, signature, and other personal information, the admit card also contains the KMAT Kerala exam date and time, exam centre details, Roll Number/Registration Number, and guidelines for the exam, such as reporting time, items allowed inside the exam hall, etc.

KMAT Kerala 2026 Access Card

Before the start of the exam, the exam conducting authorities issue an access card to the candidates. This access card will contain login information such as the seat number, username, and password of the computer system allocated to a candidate. You must keep this access card safe and sit only at the seat allotted to you. KMAT Kerala 2026 exam is conducted for admission to MBA/ PGDM programmes in various Universities and affiliated colleges.

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It is important that all of the candidates appearing for KMAT Kerala 2026 carefully follow all of these guidelines and take the necessary precautions for their safety as well as the safety of their fellow test-takers. Best of luck!