MAT Overview
MAT is a national-level MBA entrance conducted by AIMA four times a year, so you get more than one chance in a year. MAT score is accepted by more than 600 business schools across India for MBA, PGDM and allied programmes.
Check mat.aima.in for the latest session dates and registration.
| Full form | Management Aptitude Test |
| Conducting body | AIMA |
| Exam level | National |
| Mode | Online (CBT / IBT) |
| Frequency | 4 times a year |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Total questions | 150 (5 sections of 30) |
| Official website | mat.aima.in |
MAT Important Dates
| Event | Date / timing |
|---|---|
| February session | Registration in January, exam in February |
| May session | Registration in April, exam in May |
| September session | Registration in August, exam in September |
| December session | Registration in November, exam in December |
| Result | Within a few days of each session |
Typical timeline based on previous years - exact dates are on mat.aima.in.
MAT Eligibility
- Bachelor degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Final-year students can also apply.
- No age limit and no limit on the number of attempts.
MAT Exam Pattern
| Total questions | 150 |
| Sections | 5 sections, 30 questions each |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Question type | Multiple choice (4 options) |
| Marking | +1 for correct, 0.25 deducted for a wrong answer (check the latest notice) |
Section-wise structure
| Section | Questions | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Language Comprehension | 30 | Reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, para jumbles |
| Intelligence and Critical Reasoning | 30 | Verbal and non-verbal reasoning, arguments, puzzles |
| Mathematical Skills | 30 | Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, number system |
| Data Analysis and Sufficiency | 30 | Charts, tables, data sufficiency |
| Indian and Global Environment | 30 | Current affairs, business, economy, general awareness |
MAT Syllabus
Language Comprehension
Reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, antonyms and synonyms, para jumbles.
Intelligence and Critical Reasoning
Series, coding-decoding, blood relations, syllogisms, assumptions and conclusions.
Mathematical Skills
Arithmetic (largest weightage), algebra, geometry, trigonometry, number system, mensuration.
Data Analysis and Sufficiency
Tables, bar and line charts, pie charts, data sufficiency.
Indian and Global Environment
Current affairs, business and economy, history, geography, polity, static GK.
How to Apply for MAT
- Register on mat.aima.in and create your login.
- Choose your session (month) and test mode, and fill in the form.
- Upload photo and signature and pay the fee.
- Download the admit card and appear in the test.
- Apply to B-schools accepting MAT and prepare for GD / PI.
MAT Preparation Tips
- Practise sectional tests to improve speed.
- Read daily news for the Indian and Global Environment section.
- Take mocks that match the 120 minute, 150 question pattern.
- Use multiple sessions in a year - take the best score.
Colleges Accepting MAT
MAT FAQs
How many times is MAT conducted in a year?
MAT is conducted four times a year - February, May, September and December.
Can I take MAT more than once?
Yes. You can appear in more than one session and use the best score.
Is MAT easier than CAT?
MAT is generally considered less difficult than CAT, but the cutoff depends on the college you want.
How can I get MAT counselling?
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Exam dates, pattern and eligibility can change every year. Please confirm on the official website before applying.