CMA December 2026 Exam Centre: List & How to Check

The CMA December 2026 examination will be conducted across 135 examination centres in India and 3 overseas locations (Bahrain, Dubai, Muscat) by the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI). This comprehensive guide explains how to select your exam centre, check your allotted centre, understand the centre selection process, and what to expect on exam day.

CMA December 2026 Exam Centre: Quick Answer

Centre Allotment Status: The CMA exam form (currently open) allows you to select your preferred examination centre. Your final allotted centre will be confirmed in the admit card, which ICMAI will release before the examination.

How to Check: Once you receive your admit card (expected in early December 2026), your allotted examination centre will be clearly mentioned with the full address, city, and reporting instructions.

Is It the Same for All Levels? Yes, all three levels—Foundation, Intermediate, and Final—follow the same centre selection and allotment process. Students simply indicate their preferred centre while filling the exam form.

Key Point: Your admit card is the final authoritative document for your examination centre. Verify the centre details immediately after receiving your admit card to plan travel and logistics.

CMA December 2026 Exam Centre: Latest Status

Detail	Latest Status
Total Exam Centres	135 in India + 3 overseas
Exam Form Status	Currently Open (as of September 2026)
Centre Selection	Candidates select preferred centre while filling exam form
Form Deadlines	Foundation: Oct 14, 2026; Intermediate/Final: Oct 10, 2026
Admit Card Release	Expected early December 2026 (1-2 weeks before exam)
Final Centre Information	Will be mentioned on admit card
Exam Cities Available	135+ cities organized by regional zones
International Centres	Bahrain, Dubai, Muscat

CMA December 2026 Exam Centre List: Understanding Your Options

ICMAI provides 135 examination centres distributed across India organized into four regional zones: Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western. Students can select their preferred centre based on geographical proximity and accessibility.

CMA Exam Centres: Regional Zones

The 135 examination centres across India are organized as follows:

Northern Zone Centres (Includes): Chandigarh, Delhi, Faridabad, Rewari, Bhiwani, Gurugram, Karnal, Shimla, Jammu, Srinagar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Patiala, Anandpur Sahib, Bathinda, Sangrur, and other northern states

Southern Zone Centres (Includes): Bangalore, Mangalore, Mysore, Coimbatore, Chennai, Madurai, Tirunelveli, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, and southern cities

Western Zone Centres (Includes): Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Vapi, Rajkot, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, and western cities

Eastern Zone Centres (Includes): Kolkata, Howrah, Asansol, Siliguri, Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Ranchi, Jamshedpur, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and eastern cities

Overseas Centres:

Bahrain
Dubai
Muscat

How Many Exam Centres Are There?

Total Domestic Centres: 135+ examination centres across India

Total with Overseas: 138 examination centres (135 India + 3 overseas)

The exact number of centres for each state varies based on demand and registration numbers. States with higher candidate density like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh have more exam centres.

CMA December 2026 Exam Cities: Where Can You Appear?

The CMA exam can be taken in over 135 cities across India. Some of the major CMA exam cities include:

Metro & Tier-1 Cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad

Tier-2 Major Cities: Jaipur, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Bhopal, Indore, Nagpur, Kochi, Visakhapatnam, Surat, Vadodara

Additional Cities: Coimbatore, Madurai, Krypton, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Asansol, Howrah, Patna, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Rajkot, Udaipur, and many more across all states

International Cities: Bahrain, Dubai, Muscat (for overseas candidates)

CMA December 2026 Exam Centre for Foundation

Exam Date: December 13, 2026

Exam Mode: Offline, centre-based (OMR-based MCQ exam)

Sessions:

Morning (10:00 AM–12:00 PM): Papers 1 & 2
Afternoon (2:00 PM–4:00 PM): Papers 3 & 4

Centre Selection: While filling the CMA Foundation exam form (deadline: October 14, 2026), candidates can select their preferred examination centre from the 135+ available cities.

Centre Allotment: Your final allotted centre will appear on your admit card, expected in early December 2026.

Important: Foundation candidates appearing for the first time should verify their centre address immediately after receiving the admit card to arrange travel and accommodation if needed.

Document to Carry: Physical admit card + Valid Government ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport)

CMA December 2026 Exam Centre for Intermediate

Exam Dates: December 10–17, 2026

Exam Mode: Offline, centre-based (Mix of objective and subjective questions)

Exam Timings: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (3 hours per paper)

Papers: 8 papers across 2 groups

Centre Selection: Intermediate candidates select their preferred examination centre while filling the exam form (deadline: October 10, 2026). ICMAI allocates centres on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Centre Allotment: Your final allotted centre will be mentioned on your admit card, expected in the first week of December 2026.

Key Note: Since Intermediate exams are spread over 8 days (December 10-17), all your papers will be conducted at the same centre. Plan your accommodation accordingly if your centre is far from your city.

CMA December 2026 Exam Centre for Final

Exam Dates: December 10–17, 2026

Exam Mode: Offline, centre-based (Mix of objective and subjective questions)

Exam Timings: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (3 hours per paper)

Papers: 8 papers across 2 groups (Group III & Group IV) + 1 Elective

Centre Selection: Final candidates select their preferred examination centre while filling the exam form (deadline: October 10, 2026).

Centre Allotment: Your final allotted centre will be mentioned on your admit card.

Important: Final candidates should be aware that they need to complete 15 months of practical training before the final examination. Ensure your training centre and exam centre logistics are aligned.

How to Check CMA December 2026 Exam Centre

Follow these verified steps to check your allotted examination centre:

Step 1: Wait for Admit Card Release

ICMAI releases the admit card approximately 1-2 weeks before the examination date. For December 2026, expect admit card release in early December 2026 (tentatively December 1-5).

Step 2: Visit ICMAI Students' Portal

Go to https://icmai.in/studentswebsite
Or visit the main ICMAI website and navigate to Students' Section

Step 3: Login to Your Account

Enter your registration number
Enter your password
Click "Login"

Step 4: Locate Admit Card Section

Once logged in, look for "Admit Card" or "Examination" section
Find the December 2026 session
Select your course level (Foundation, Intermediate, or Final)

Step 5: Download Your Admit Card

Click "Download Admit Card"
Save the PDF file
Print a physical copy for exam day

Step 6: Verify Centre Details

In your admit card, you'll find:

Examination Centre Name
Complete Centre Address
City and State
Reporting Time
Your Registration Number
Exam Date(s) and Session(s)

Step 7: Plan Your Travel

Once you have the centre address:

Check the location on Google Maps
Calculate travel time from your location
Book accommodation if centre is in a different city
Plan to reach 45 minutes before reporting time

How to Check Your CMA Exam Centre on the Admit Card

Information on Your Admit Card:

Your CMA December 2026 Admit Card will contain the following centre-related information:

Examination Centre Name – Exact name of your allotted centre
Complete Address – Full address with street, area, landmark details
City & State – The city where your centre is located
Contact Details – Phone number of the centre (if provided)
Reporting Time – When you should report (typically 30-45 minutes before exam)
Exam Date(s) – Foundation: Dec 13; Intermediate/Final: Dec 10-17
Session Details – Morning/Afternoon session for your papers
Registration Number – Your unique CMA registration ID

Why You Should Verify Immediately:

✓ Confirm the address is correct and accessible from your location ✓ Plan travel logistics well in advance ✓ Arrange accommodation if the centre is far from your home ✓ Identify route and travel time to avoid last-minute confusion ✓ Download/print a physical copy immediately (don't rely on digital-only access on exam day)

For More Information:

Refer to the CMA December 2026 Admit Card detailed guide to understand all information on your admit card and what to expect on exam day.

CMA December 2026 Exam Centre Change: Can You Change Your Centre?

This is a critical question for students who selected the wrong city or face changed circumstances.

Official ICMAI Rules on Centre Change:

Centre Change AFTER Form Submission:

Once you submit your exam form with a preferred centre, changing your centre is generally not possible
ICMAI allocates centres on a first-come, first-serve basis
No centre change is typically allowed after form submission

Centre Change CORRECTION WINDOW:

After exam form submission, ICMAI may open a form correction window (usually for 3-5 days)
During this window, you may be able to change your centre choice
This window is limited and announced separately by ICMAI
Once the correction window closes, no further changes are permitted

After Admit Card Release:

NO centre change is allowed after the admit card is issued
You must appear at the centre mentioned in your admit card
No requests for centre change will be entertained at this stage

What To Do If You Selected the Wrong Centre?

Before Form Submission:

You can select a different centre while filling the form before final submission

During Correction Window (if announced):

ICMAI may open a correction window for 3-5 days after form submission
You can use this window to change your centre preference
Check official ICMAI notifications for the exact dates

After Correction Window Closes:

No official process exists to change your centre
You are expected to appear at the allotted centre mentioned in your admit card
Contact ICMAI Student Services only for genuine emergency situations (health, accident, etc.), but centre change is unlikely to be approved

Important Note:

Centre change is NOT a standard facility for CMA examinations in India. Plan your centre selection carefully while filling the exam form. Once you select a centre, assume it's final.

Exam Centre vs Exam City vs Exam Venue: Key Differences

Students often confuse these terms. Here's what each means:

Exam Centre

Definition: The official ICMAI examination centre is the specific location where your exam will be conducted.

Example: "CMA Exam Centre - Jaipur" refers to an official centre/facility in Jaipur allocated by ICMAI for exam conduction.

What You Need: The exact address, location, and building/room details of your centre.

Exam City

Definition: The broader city or metropolitan area where your exam centre is located.

Example: "Jaipur" is the exam city if your centre is in Jaipur.

Why It Matters: Helps you arrange travel, accommodation, and understand general geography of exam day travel.

Exam Venue

Definition: The specific building, institution, or facility that hosts your exam centre.

Example: "ABC School, Jaipur" or "DEF Institute, Jaipur" might be the venue hosting your exam.

On Your Admit Card: The venue details will be provided in the complete address section.

What to Do After Centre Allotment: Exam Centre Checklist

Once you receive your admit card with centre information, use this checklist:

✓ Verify Centre Details

Centre name matches expectations
Address is complete and clear
City is correct
Contact details (if provided) are noted

✓ Plan Your Travel

Calculate travel time from home to centre
Identify the best route (public transport/personal vehicle)
Check for traffic/congestion during exam time
Book tickets/arrange transport if needed
Plan to reach 45 minutes before reporting time

✓ Arrange Accommodation (if needed)

Locate accommodation near the centre
Book hotel/stay well in advance
Confirm check-in/check-out times
Note the distance from accommodation to centre

✓ Prepare Required Documents

Print physical copy of admit card
Carry valid Government ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID/Passport)
Keep a digital copy as backup

✓ Check Exam Day Details

Note exact reporting time
Note exam start time
Understand which sessions/papers are at which timings
Check if breaks exist between sessions

✓ Final Preparation

Verify centre location on Google Maps
Take a trial run to the centre if possible
Identify parking/entry details
Note any landmark near the centre for easy identification

CMA Exam Centre Selection Process: Step-by-Step

Understanding how to select your centre while filling the exam form is crucial:

During Exam Form Filling:

Step 1: Open Exam Form When the exam form window opens, you'll see a section for "Examination Centre Selection" or "Exam City Preference"

Step 2: View Available Centres ICMAI will provide a dropdown list or table showing all available centres organized by:

State
City
Zone (North/South/East/West)

Step 3: Select Your Preferred Centre

Choose a centre closest to your location
Consider accessibility and travel convenience
Note that first-come, first-serve allocation applies
Select your first preference carefully

Step 4: Confirm Selection

The exam form will show your selected centre
Verify before final submission
Note that changes may or may not be allowed later (depends on correction window)

Step 5: Save & Submit

Complete remaining form details
Submit your exam form before deadline
Download confirmation receipt

Key Points:

First-come, first-serve basis: Centres fill up as more students register
Peak demand centres (metro cities) fill up quickly
Register early if you want your preferred centre
Double-check your selection before submission

Important Information: Exam Centre, Exam Form & Exam Dates Connection

Your exam centre selection is connected to other critical dates:

Component	Timeline	Action
Exam Form Opens	Late August 2026	Select your preferred centre
Form Deadline	Foundation: Oct 14; Inter/Final: Oct 10	Submit form with centre choice
Correction Window	Usually 3-5 days after form closes	May change centre if announced
Admit Card Release	~1-2 weeks before exam	Verify final allotted centre
Exam Date(s)	Foundation: Dec 13; Inter/Final: Dec 10-17	Appear at allotted centre

For complete preparation information, refer to:

FAQs: CMA December 2026 Exam Centre

1. What is the CMA December 2026 exam centre?

The CMA December 2026 exam centre is the official location designated by ICMAI where you will appear for your CMA Foundation, Intermediate, or Final examination. Students select their preferred centre while filling the exam form, and ICMAI provides final centre details on the admit card.

2. When will the CMA December 2026 exam centre list be released?

ICMAI has released information about available centres. You can select from 135+ centres in India and 3 overseas centres while filling your exam form. The final allotted centre for your specific registration will be mentioned on your admit card, expected in early December 2026.

3. How can I check my CMA December 2026 exam centre?

Once the admit card is released (expected early December 2026), login to the ICMAI Students' Portal at https://icmai.in/studentswebsite using your registration number and password. Download your admit card—your final allotted centre will be clearly mentioned with the complete address.

4. Where can I find the official CMA exam centre list?

The official list of 135+ CMA exam centres organized by zones is available on the ICMAI official website. When you fill your exam form, you'll see a dropdown showing all available centres in your preferred state/city. For detailed zone-wise information, visit https://icmai.in.

5. How do I check my CMA exam city?

Your exam city is determined by the exam centre you selected. When filling the exam form, you can browse the complete list of centres organized by city and state. The city associated with your final allotted centre will be mentioned on your admit card.

6. Will the CMA exam centre be mentioned on the admit card?

Yes, your final allotted examination centre will be clearly mentioned on your admit card, including:

Centre name
Complete address with street and landmark details
City and state
Reporting time
Exam date(s) and session(s)

7. Can I change my CMA exam centre?

Centre change after form submission is generally not permitted. Once you submit your exam form with a centre choice, you cannot change it unless ICMAI opens a correction window (usually 3-5 days after form closing). No changes are allowed after admit card release. Select your centre carefully during form filling.

8. Can I change my CMA exam city after submitting the form?

Changing your exam city after form submission is not typically possible unless during the official correction window announced by ICMAI. Plan your city/centre selection carefully before submitting the exam form.

9. Is CMA exam centre change allowed after the form deadline?

No, centre/city change after form deadline is not permitted unless ICMAI announces a correction window. The correction window (if announced) is usually open for only 3-5 days immediately after the form deadline.

10. What should I do if my CMA exam centre is far from my city?

Plan accordingly:

Identify the exact centre location on a map
Calculate travel time from your location
If the centre is in a different city, book accommodation
Arrange transport (rail, bus, flight, personal vehicle) well in advance
Plan to reach the centre 45 minutes before the reporting time
Carry all required documents and your admit card

11. Are Foundation, Intermediate and Final exam centres different?

No, all three levels use the same pool of 135+ exam centres. The centre selection and allotment process is the same for all three levels. However, students appear at different centres if they select different cities.

12. How is the CMA exam centre allotted?

ICMAI allocates centres on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once you submit your exam form with your preferred centre choice, your centre is allotted based on availability. If your preferred centre is full, you may be allotted an alternate centre in the same or nearby city.

13. Can I choose my CMA exam centre?

Yes, you can choose your preferred exam centre while filling the exam form. ICMAI provides a list of 135+ centres organized by state/city. You select one during form filling. The final confirmation appears on your admit card.

14. Where should I check the latest ICMAI centre notification?

Check the ICMAI official website at https://icmai.in for the latest updates. Subscribe to ICMAI announcements and student circulars to get timely notifications about exam centre-related information.

15. Is the CMA December 2026 exam centre list available as a PDF?

ICMAI typically does not provide a single PDF listing all centres. Instead, when you fill the exam form, you'll see a dropdown list showing all available centres organized by state and city. You can select your preferred centre from this list.

16. What documents should I carry to the CMA exam centre?

Carry the following to your exam centre:

Physical copy of admit card (mandatory)
Valid Government ID (Aadhaar, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport—mandatory)
Pen/pencil for OMR sheets (Foundation only)
Blank paper for rough work (Intermediate/Final)
Nothing else is permitted inside the exam hall

17. How early should I reach the CMA exam centre?

You should reach your exam centre at least 45 minutes before the scheduled reporting time. This allows time for:

Security check/gate entry
Document verification
Locating your exam room
Settling in before the exam starts

18. What happens if my exam centre address is incorrect?

If you notice an error in the centre address on your admit card:

Do not panic—contact ICMAI immediately
Call the ICMAI student helpline or visit the ICMAI website
Provide your registration number and details
ICMAI will clarify or correct the information
Verify the correct address before exam day

19. Can the CMA exam centre change after admit card release?

No, the CMA exam centre cannot be changed after admit card release. The centre mentioned in your admit card is final. You must appear at that centre on the exam date. No requests for centre change will be entertained after admit card release, except in genuine emergency situations (which are rare and require official approval).

20. Where can I check CMA December 2026 exam updates?

Check for updates at:

ICMAI Official Website: https://icmai.in
ICMAI Students' Portal: https://icmai.in/studentswebsite
Student Circulars Section on ICMAI website
Official email notifications from ICMAI
Coaching institute announcements (like SAC)

Conclusion: Your CMA Exam Centre Checklist

Before the Exam:

✓ Select your exam centre carefully while filling the form
✓ Submit the form before the deadline
✓ Wait for admit card release
✓ Download and verify your centre details immediately
✓ Plan travel and accommodation if needed
✓ Take a trial run to the centre if possible
✓ Prepare all required documents

On Exam Day:

✓ Reach the centre 45 minutes before reporting time
✓ Carry physical admit card + valid ID
✓ Follow centre instructions and guidelines
✓ Locate your exam room/seat before the exam starts

The ICMAI exam centre system ensures fair, transparent, and standardized examination conduct across India. Select your centre wisely, plan your logistics early, and focus on your preparation. For comprehensive CMA exam preparation strategies and subject-wise guidance, SAC provides expert coaching and study resources to help you succeed.

CMA December 2026 Exam Centre: List, City & How to Check Exam Centre