Overview
The Management Aptitude Test (MAT) is a standardized national-level exam conducted since 1988 to help B-Schools across India screen candidates for MBA and allied programs. Approved as a national-level test by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India, in 2003, MAT has been a trusted admission test for over 35 years. It offers streamlined exam sections and a concise format, making it the preferred choice for lakhs of aspirants annually.
Key Features of MAT
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Recognized by the Ministry of Education as a national-level test for MBA/PGDM admissions.
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Scores are widely accepted by over 600 B-Schools across India.
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Administered four times a year: February, May, August, and December.
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Available in two modes: PBT (Paper-Based Test) and CBT (Computer-Based Test).
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Score validity of one year; the best score from multiple attempts is accepted.
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Trusted by lakhs of candidates from diverse regions in India.
MAT Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for MAT, candidates must have completed a graduation degree or its equivalent from a UGC-recognized university. Graduates from any stream are eligible to apply. Additionally, final-year students awaiting their results can also appear for the exam.
MAT Exam Pattern
MAT has five sections, each with thirty questions. A total of 150 questions are to be attempted over 120 minutes.
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Section Name
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Number of Questions
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Marks
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1
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Language Comprehension
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30
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30
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2
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Intelligence & Critical Reasoning
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30
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30
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3
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Mathematical Skills
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30
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30
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4
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Data Analysis & Sufficiency
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30
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30
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5
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Economic & Business Environment
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30
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30
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Important Points:
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Candidate can take MAT as
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Paper Based Test (PBT) or
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Computer Based Test (CBT) or
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Paper Based Test and Computer Based Test (PBT+CBT)
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Fee for Paper Based Test (PBT) or Computer Based Test (CBT) is ₹2100/-.
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Candidates can opt for an additional mode of test ( PBT+CBT ) by paying an extra fee of ₹1500/- in addition to ₹2100/-.
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Candidates opting for additional test will have the benefit of selecting additional 2 Management Institutes for sending their scores in addition to existing option of selecting 5 Management Institutes i.e. they can select 7 Management Institutes in total.
MAT Exam Important Date and Links
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LAST DATE FOR PBT ONLINE REGISTRATION
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2 March 2025 (Sunday)
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AVAILABILITY OF PBT ADMIT CARD
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5 March 2025 (5.00 PM Onwards)
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PBT TEST DATE
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09 March 2025 (Sunday)
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LAST DATE FOR CBT ONLINE REGISTRATION
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9 March 2025 (Sunday)
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AVAILABILITY OF CBT ADMIT CARD
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17 March 2025 (5.00 PM Onwards)
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CBT TEST DATE
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23 March 2025 (Sunday)
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MAT RESULT
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Availability of MAT February’ 25 Score on MAT Website: By last week of March 2025
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Official Website
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https://mat.aima.in/
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