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CMI Admission Test (B.Sc / M.Sc)
Chennai Mathematical Institute entrance for B.Sc (Hons) in Mathematics + CS, Physics, and Data Science. JEE Advanced rank holders can apply via JEE route; the CMI Admission Test is the alternative direct entry.
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Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
CMI doesn't publish numeric cutoffs. Selection ~1.5% conversion rate.
| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | B.Sc Math + CS | ~50-60 admitted from ~3,500 applicants |
| 2024 | B.Sc Physics | ~20-30 admitted |
| 2024 |
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Exceptional — top 10-15 nationally
85–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
| B.Sc Data Science |
| ~30-40 admitted |
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
Topic-by-topic weightage averaged across 2022-2024 papers. Use this to decide where to invest study hours, not where to skim. Source ↗ · verified 2026-05.
16/140 marks avg
Multiple-correct logic / math riddles
30/140 marks avg
Calculus + Algebra + Discrete Math + Combinatorics
50/140 marks avg
Proof-style problems, multi-step solutions
Top tier — admission highly likely
75–85% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Strong contender — admission likely
65–75% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Interview likely — competitive range
50–65% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Borderline — interview possible
35–50% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below cut-off range
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
Results for the CMI entrance examination are anticipated to be released in mid-June 2026 on the official admission portal. Shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews, with PhD Mathematics interviews scheduled between June 10-12, 2026.
Chennai Mathematical Institute held its entrance examination on May 2, 2026, at 37 exam centres across India for B.Sc, M.Sc, and PhD programmes in Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, and Physics. The exam was conducted in offline mode via TCS iON platform starting at 2:00 PM.
The Chennai Mathematical Institute made admit cards available for download on April 25, 2026. Candidates were required to carry a printout of the admit card along with a valid photo-identity card to their designated test centre.
The application process for CMI admission 2026-27 closed on April 4, 2026, after accepting online registrations since March 1. The application fee was ₹1,000 for most programmes, with variations based on programme combinations.
Application portal opens
passedFri, 13 Mar, 2026
Online registration begins for B.Sc, M.Sc, and PhD programmes
Application deadline
passedSat, 4 Apr, 2026
Last date to submit CMI 2026 application form
Admit card release
passedSat, 25 Apr, 2026
Hall tickets available for download on official portal
🎓CMI entrance examination
passedSat, 2 May, 2026
Offline exam at 37 centres nationwide, 2:00 PM start
PhD Mathematics interview dates
passedWed, 10 Jun, 2026
Interviews conducted June 10-12, 2026
Result announcement (expected)
passedTue, 16 Jun, 2026
Results typically released in second week of June
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Counselling and admission process
Wed, 1 Jul, 2026
Document verification and fee payment for selected candidates
Academic session begins
20 days awayFri, 31 Jul, 2026
August 2026 intake for 2026-27 academic year