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CMI Entrance Exam 2025: Exam Date (Out), Application Form, Eligibility, Pattern, Syllabus

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About CMI Entrance Exam 2025

CMI Entrance Exam 2025 will be held on May 24, 2025 across 38 cities in the country. Registrations for CMI entrance exam will be commence from March 1, 2025 at cmi.ac.in. Chennai Mathematical Institute will release the notification for CMI entrance exam 2025 in February. Students with an exceptional score in National Olympiads in Mathematics and Physics are exempt from appearing for the CMI entrance exam.

What is CMI Entrance Exam?

Chennai Mathematical Institute conducts the Chennai Mathematical Institute entrance exam or CMI entrance exam for admission to UG, PhD and PG courses. The CMI courses include specialisations such as physics, computer science and mathematics. The Chennai Mathematical Institute course admissions are based on the entrance exam scores. The CMI entrance exam courses include:

  • B.Sc. (Hons.) in Mathematics and Computer Science.
  • B.Sc. (Hons.) in Mathematics and Physics.
  • M.Sc. in Mathematics.
  • M.Sc. in Computer Science.
  • M.Sc. in Data Science.

CMI Entrance Exam 2025 - Overview

The duration of the CMI entrance exam is 3.5 hours for BSc/MSc Data Science programmes while it is 3 hours for the others. The CMI entrance exam 2025 will be pen and paper based.  Questions asked in CMI entrance exam will be Maths based covered upto class 12. 

Important topics to focus for the CMI entrance exam 2025 will be calculus, algebra and geometry. Additionally, combinatorics, number theory, ogical puzzles will also be part of the testing along with the other topics mentioned in the official CMI brochure. Preparation strategy for CMI entrance exam 2025 require independent thinking rather rote learning and memorization.

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CMI Entrance Exam 2025 Highlights

Full Exam Name
Chennai Mathematical Institute Entrance Exam
Short Exam Name
CMI Entrance Exam
Conducting Body
Chennai Mathematical Institute
Frequency Of Conduct
Once a year
Exam Level
National Level Exam
Languages
English
Mode Of Application
online
Application Fee
Online : 1000
Mode Of Exam
offline
Mode Of Counselling
offline
Exam Duration
3 Hours

CMI Entrance Exam Important Dates

CMI Entrance Exam Chennai Mathematical Institute Entrance Exam (session 2025)

01 Mar' 2025 - 01 Mar' 2025 . OnlineTentative
Application Date
24 May' 2025 - 24 May' 2025 . Offline
Exam Date

Aspirants preparing for the CMI entrance exam first go through the eligibility criteria. The CMI eligibility criteria describe the minimum academic and personal requirements that they must need to meet to apply for the CMI exam. The below table provides information about CMI entrance exam eligibility criteria for UG and PG courses.

CMI Eligibility Criteria for B.Sc (hons)

Specilisation

Eligibility Criteria

Mathematics and Computer Science

Eligibility for admission to the programme requires students who have passed or will pass the 12th standard (or equivalent) examination from a recognised board. Exceptional performance in the National Science Olympiads may exempt students from the entrance examination, subject to the Admissions Committee's discretion.

Mathematics and Physics

CMI Eligibility Criteria for M.Sc

Specilisation

Eligibility Criteria

Mathematics

Candidates must have passed B.A., B.Sc., B.Math., B.Stat., B.E., or B.Tech., with a strong background in mathematics are eligible to apply for the programme.

Computer Science

Aspirants must have passed undergraduate from B.A., B.Sc., B.Math., B.Stat., B.E., or B.Tech. with a strong background in computer science are eligible to apply for the programme.

Date Science

 Candidates must have passed B.A., B.Sc., B.Math., B.Stat., B.E. or B.Tech., with a background in Mathematics, Statistics or computer science are eligible to apply for the programme.


The Chennai Mathematical Institute will start the CMI 2025 application process in and around March 1 on its official website. Candidates have to fill and submit the CMI application form 2025 before the deadline. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria of their desired programmes before filling the CMI admission form 2025. Those candidates who live in the remote areas can ask for CMI admission form hard copy via post or email.

How to fill online CMI application form 2025?

  • Visit the official website of CMI (cmi.ac.in).

  • Click on the "Online Application" option.

  • Enter the personal  and contact details such as email ID and mobile number in the CMI registration form.

  • The candidates will receive the login credentials on their registered email address and mobile number.

  • Click on ‘Apply for admission’ after successful login.  

  • Now, fill up the required details in CMI application form 2025 and review the filled application form.

  • Pay the fee online via debit card, credit card or demand draft.

  • Download and take out multiple copies of CMI application form for future references

Documents Required at Exam CMI Entrance Exam 2025

Chennai Mathematical Institute Entrance Exam 2025

  • CMI admit card 2025
  • A valid government photo ID

CMI Entrance Exam 2025 Exam Centers

StateCity
West Bengal
Siliguri
Durgapur
Kharagpur
Kolkata
Jammu and Kashmir
Srinagar
Tripura
Agartala
Gujarat
Ahmedabad
Uttar Pradesh
Allahabad
Kanpur
Noida
Karnataka
Bangalore
Odisha
Bhubaneswar
Kerala
Calicut
Kochi
Trivandrum
Chandigarh
Chandigarh
Tamil Nadu
Chennai
Coimbatore
Madurai
Tiruchi
Goa
Goa
Assam
Guwahati
Silchar
Telangana
Hyderabad
Manipur
Imphal
Maharashtra
Indore
Mumbai
Nagpur
Pune
Rajasthan
Jaipur
Delhi
New Delhi
Bihar
Patna
Chhattisgarh
Raipur
Jharkhand
Ranchi
Meghalaya
Shillong
Andhra Pradesh
Visakhapatnam
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Candidates preparing for CMI exam must go through the CMI exam pattern 2025 in order to get an idea of the exam. The CMI exam is divided into two sections, Part A and Part B. The CMI entrance test will take place in a offline mode. Go through the table mentioned below to know more about the CMI entrance exam pattern 2025.

CMI Exam Pattern for B.Sc (Hons)

Sections

Questions 

Marks 

Part A 

10 questions 

40 marks

Part B

6 questions 

60 marks

Total

16 questions 

100 marks

CMI Exam Pattern for M.Sc

Sections

Questions 

Marks 

Part A 

10 questions 

30 marks

Part B

7 questions 

70 marks

Total

17 questions 

100 marks

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To excel in the Chennai Mathematical Institute entrance exam, candidates are advised to start their preparation early. Candidates should follow a few key points to make a good study plan for CMI exam, such as checking the syllabus. These include thoroughly reviewing the syllabus and practicing with CMI sample papers. By following these steps, candidates can enhance their CMI exam preparation and gain valuable insights into the exam pattern, question types, marking scheme, and time management. CMI preparation tips will help candidates make the most of their study time and ensure they are well-prepared for the exam. 

The CMI admit card 2025 will be issued in May in online mode. Candidates have to carry the admit card of CMI 2025 along with a valid photo ID to the exam centres. The students must download the CMI 2025 admit card before the day of examination from the official website of Chennai Mathematical Institute. In case if the candidates find any discrepancy in the CMI admit card 2025, they need to connect to the university officials immediately.

How to download CMI hall ticket?

  • Visit the official website of CMI - cmi.ac.in

  • Click on ‘Admission’ given in the left side of the website

  • Now, candidates need to click on ‘Admit Card’.

  • Choose a course for which the CMI admit card is to be downloaded

  • Enter your application number and password in the given space.

  • Click on "Login" tab.

  • The admit card will be displayed on the screen.


Chennai Mathematical Institute will announce the CMI entrance exam result tentatively in July 2025 in online mode on the official website at cmi.ac.in. The merit list of CMI result contains the application ID, admit card number and names of the selected candidates. After the announcement of the result of CMI 2025, selected candidates will get the offer letters and they have to participate in the counselling cum admission process as per the dates and details on the offer letter. However, for Phd programmes, candidates have to appear for interview dates of which have been announced along with the result announcement. The selected candidates are required to reach the venue for the interview.

Steps to check the CMI Result 2025

Candidates can easily download the CMI exam scorecard 2025 from the official website by going through the above steps.

Step 1. Go to the official website at cmi.ac.in.

Step 2. Click on the ‘CMI Result 2025’ activated link.

Step 3. Select the subject you have applied for in the entrance exam.

Step 4: Chennai Mathematical Institute 2025 results will appear on the screen.

Step 5. Click on download.

Step 6. Take multiple printouts for future reference

The CMI counselling 2025 will be conducted for various programmes in online mode. The CMI 2025 counselling includes the document verification process, remitting the semester fee, fixing their seat in the first semester. Only those candidates who qualify the CMI entrance exam 2025 are eligible for the counselling process. Those candidates who clear the cut-off marks but do not meet the eligibility requirements during the CMI counselling 2025 will be deemed as not eligible for the CMI admission 2025.

Documents to carry for CMI 2025 Counselling

  • Degree/provisional certificate of the qualifying examination

  • Degree/Provisional Certificate of the qualifying examination

  • Mark sheets of the qualifying exam

  • Anti-ragging affidavit

  • Character Certificate (from last attended institution)

  • Migration certificate

Documents Required at Counselling

  • Anti-ragging affidavit

  • Degree/Provisional Certificate of the qualifying examination

  • Mark sheets of the qualifying exam

  • Migration certificate

  • Character certificate

Documents Required at CMI Entrance Exam 2025 counselling

Chennai Mathematical Institute Entrance Exam 2025

  • Anti-ragging affidavit
  • Degree/Provisional Certificate of the qualifying examination
  • Mark sheets of the qualifying exam
  • Migration certificate
  • Character certificate
  • CMI rank card
  • Passport size photographs
  • Category certificate

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the admission process for CMI 2025?

The admission process at CMI includes applying for the exam, downloading admit cards, appearing for the exam, result declaration, and selection of rounds.

2. Who are eligible for CMI?

Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Arts, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or Technology are eligible to apply for CMI entrance exam. Mathematics must be the main subject in the degree.

3. When will CMI entrance exam 2025 be held?

The Chennai Mathematical Institute entrance exam 2025 will be held on May 24 at 9 AM.

4. Is CMI entrance compulsory for UG programmes?

Candidates who have scored good marks in National olympiads in Mathematics, Physics and Informatics are not required to appear in the CMI entrance test.

5. When will CMI result be out?

The Chennai Mathematical Institute will announce the result for CMI entrance exam 2025 in July in online mode, for M.Sc and PhD courses.

6. How many students get selected in CMI?

The exact number of students selected for Chennai Mathematical Institute course admissions will be announced after the counselling process.

7. Is CMI better than IISc Bangalore?

Both of the institutions are good, the choice of institution should depend on the preference of the programme offered by the institution.

8. Is CMI entrance exam difficult to crack?

Some students consider Chennai Mathematical Institute entrance exam even tougher than IIT entrance exam such as GATE and JEE Main as the number of seats are very limited in CMI.

9. What UG programmes are offered by CMI?

CMI offers programmes such as BSc Hons in Mathematics and Computer Science and BSc Hons in Mathematics and Physics.

10. What is CMI exam?

Chennai Mathematical Institute Entrance Exam or CMI exam is an entrance exam conducted by the CMI institute for admission to UG and PG science programmes.

11. What does the process of CMI counselling consist of?

The CMI 2025 counselling process includes online document verification, payment of fees and fixing seats in the desired programme.

12. Where can I download the CMI admit card 2025?

The CMI admit card will be downloaded from the official website of Chennai Mathematical Institute - cmi.ac.in.

13. When will the CMI application form 2025 be released?

The Chennai Mathematical Institute will release the CMI registration form tentatively on March 1, 2025.

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