Top Colleges Accepting CMAT 2027 Scores: Govt, Private & Cutoffs
Updated: 12 hours ago
By Headache Tutorials, Indore — Expert Coaching for CAT, CMAT, IPMAT & CUET. CMAT (Common Management Admission Test), conducted by the NTA, is accepted by 1,000+ AICTE-approved MBA/PGDM institutes across India. The big advantage: several reputed government and autonomous B-schools accept CMAT, often at lower fees than private colleges. Here are the top colleges accepting CMAT 2027 scores, with indicative percentile ranges to help you set your target.
🧮 FREE: QA Formula Cheat Sheet (1-Page PDF)
Every must-know formula for CMAT Quantitative Techniques — Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry & Modern Math on one revision page. We'll send the PDF straight to your WhatsApp, free.
Top Colleges Accepting CMAT 2027 Scores
The table below lists leading B-schools that accept CMAT, with approximate percentile ranges based on recent years. Actual cutoffs vary each year by category and seats — treat these as targets, not guarantees.
College | Location | Approx. CMAT %ile |
JBIMS (Jamnalal Bajaj) | Mumbai | 99.9+ |
SIMSREE | Mumbai | 99.5+ |
PUMBA (Pune University) | Pune | 99+ |
K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management | Mumbai | 95+ |
Great Lakes Institute of Management | Chennai/Gurgaon | 90+ |
Goa Institute of Management (GIM) | Goa | 90+ |
Welingkar (WeSchool) | Mumbai/Bengaluru | 90+ |
BIMTECH | Greater Noida | 80+ |
Jaipuria Institute of Management | Noida/Lucknow/etc. | 75+ |
Government & Autonomous Colleges Accepting CMAT
If affordability with strong ROI is your goal, these government/autonomous institutes are the sweet spot for CMAT aspirants:
JBIMS, Mumbai — among the best ROI B-schools in India.
SIMSREE, Mumbai — low fees, excellent placements.
PUMBA, Savitribai Phule Pune University — strong legacy and recruiters.
Department of Management Sciences and other state-university B-schools across Maharashtra, Gujarat and more.
How CMAT-Based Admission Works
Most colleges shortlist on your CMAT percentile and then conduct GD-PI / WAT rounds. Some Maharashtra government colleges (JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA) admit through the MAH-MBA CET CAP process, where CMAT is accepted as an alternative score. Always check each college's official admission notice for how CMAT is used.
How to Prepare for CMAT 2027
A good CMAT percentile opens all these doors. Start with the complete CMAT 2027 preparation strategy, confirm your CMAT 2027 eligibility, and track the CMAT exam dates so you don't miss the registration window.
Frequently Asked Questions — Colleges Accepting CMAT 2027
How many colleges accept CMAT 2027 scores?
Over 1,000 AICTE-approved MBA/PGDM institutes across India accept CMAT scores, including top government, autonomous and private B-schools.
Which is the best government college accepting CMAT?
JBIMS Mumbai, SIMSREE Mumbai and PUMBA Pune are among the best government/autonomous B-schools that accept CMAT, known for low fees and excellent placements.
What CMAT percentile is needed for a good college?
A percentile of 90+ opens many strong colleges, while top government institutes like JBIMS and SIMSREE typically need 99+ percentile. 75–85 percentile still gives access to good private B-schools.
Is CMAT easier than CAT for getting into a good MBA college?
CMAT is generally more scoring than CAT and has a wider base of accepting colleges, making it a strong second option. For top-tier government colleges, however, the competition is still intense.
About the Author
Written by Jitesh Gupta, founder of Headache Tutorials, Indore. With 18+ years of coaching experience in IPMAT, CAT, CMAT and CUET, Jitesh has mentored students to AIR 1 in JIPMAT and admissions to IIM Indore, IIM Rohtak and other top B-schools. Headache Tutorials runs small-batch, IIM-alumni-led coaching from its centre near 56 Dukan, Indore.
Targeting a top college through CMAT 2027? Join the best CMAT coaching in Indore — Headache Tutorials. IIM alumni faculty, small batches, section-wise strategy and full-length mocks. Call +91 90390 34903 for a free demo class.
Comments