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MAT Exam Date 2024 - August Registration Started, Syllabus, Eligibility, Cutoff, and Counselling
Management Aptitude Test
Examination End Date
25th Aug 2024
Avantika Bhardwaj
Updated on 25th July, 2024 | 7 min read
New Update About MAT 2024
IIM Lucknow has revised CAT Admit Card 2023 release date. CAT Admit Card will now be released on 7 November 2023 @iimcat.ac.in. The release date of CAT Admit Card was previously set to be 25 October. Candidates will be able to download their respective CAT Admit Cards until the exam day by using their CAT login ID and password. The CAT 2023 Exam will be held on November 26 at approximately 400 test centres across 150 cities. The exam will be divided into three slots and will last two hours. Candidates will be able to take the test at the centre only if they bring a hard copy of their CAT 2023 Admit Card.
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The MAT Registration for the August session have begun, and the MAT 2024 Exam will be conducted as PBT, CBT, and IBT modes. The MAT Application form can be filled online on the official AIMA website and the registration fee for all three mode is same, INR 2100. Candidates who have appeared for the exam in the previous sessions can login using their existing MAT User ID, but new applicants will need to register themselves fresh and pay the MAT Application Fee.
The MAT exam will be conducted as MAT PBT, MAT CBT, and 2 MAT IBTs. The mode of exam can be chosen by the candidate while filling out the application form. Learn all about the MAT Exam on this page.
The article aims to provide information on the MAT Exam Overview, MAT Exam Dates, MAT Eligibility, Application Form, MAT Syllabus, and more.
MAT Exam Highlights
Candidates can check the key highlights of the MAT Exam in the table below. The table provides a comprehensive view of the MAT Exam Pattern. MAT Exam is considered to be one of the easiest MBA Exams and candidates can give the exam multiple times in a year.
|
MAT Exam Features |
MAT Exam Details |
|
MAT Full Form |
Management Aptitude Test |
|
Conducting Body |
All India Management Association (AIMA) |
|
Exam Level |
National |
|
Exam Frequency |
Multiple times a year |
|
Exam Mode |
CBT, PBT and IBT |
|
Exam Duration |
2 hours |
|
MAT Exam Syllabus |
Language Comprehension Data Analysis & Sufficiency Mathematics (Quantitative Aptitude) Intelligence and Critical Reasoning Indian & Global Environment |
|
Language |
English |
|
MAT Exam Fees |
INR 2,100 |
|
Exam Purpose |
Admission to 800+ MBA Colleges in India (approx.) |
|
No. of Test Cities |
PBT Mode - 28 CBT Mode - 35 |
|
Exam Website |
https://mat.aima.in/ |
|
Exam Helpdesk No. |
011 - 24645100 / 011 - 24617354 / 011 - 43128100 |
Overview of the MAT Exam
The full form of MAT is the Management Aptitude Test, which is a national-level examination conducted for admission to MBA courses in over 800+ top notch B-Schools. The exam is conducted by the All India Management Association (AIMA) in four phases - February, May, August, and December.
MAT Exam is conducted in offline mode as Paper-Based-Test (PBT), online mode as Computer-Based-Test (CBT), and Remote Proctored Test (IBT). The MAT exam fee, syllabus and exam pattern remain the same for all three exams but the exam dates and admit cards are separate for each exam. Candidates can even appear in multiple modes, but have to register for them separately. The test score of the last MAT exam taken will be considered for admission process.
MAT Exam Dates 2024
Candidates can check all the important MAT Exam Dates in the table below. The MAT Exam for the August session will be conducted from 14th to 25th August 2024.
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Upcoming MAT Exam Events |
Dates |
|
MAT 2024 Registration IBT 1 |
25 Jun '24 - 09 Aug '24 |
|
MAT 2024 Registration Process CBT |
25 Jun '24 - 11 Aug '24 |
|
MAT 2024 Registration IBT 2 |
25 Jun '24 - 18 Aug '24 |
|
MAT 2024 Registration Process PBT |
07 Jun '24 - 18 Aug '24 |
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MAT 2024 Admit Card Download IBT 1 |
11 Aug '24 - 14 Aug '24 |
|
MAT 2024 IBT 1 |
14 Aug '24 |
|
MAT 2024 Admit Card Download CBT |
14 Aug '24 - 18 Aug '24 |
|
MAT 2024 CBT |
18 Aug '24 |
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MAT 2024 Admit Card Download IBT 2 |
20 Aug '24 - 23 Aug '24 |
|
MAT 2024 Admit Card PBT Download |
21 Aug '24 - 25 Aug '24 |
|
MAT 2024 IBT 2 |
23 Aug '24 |
|
MAT 2024 PBT |
25 Aug '24 |
MAT Exam - Eligibility Criteria
To appear for the MAT Exam the candidate must ensure that they fit in the eligibility criteria. The MAT Eligibility Criteria has been given below.
Age Limit: There is no specific age limit to appear for the MAT Exam
Minimum Marks: No minimum qualifying marks are required to take the MAT Exam. Candidate should have just passed the examination
Educational Qualification: Below are the educational qualification criteria
- Candidates must have a graduate degree or equivalent from a UGC recongized university
- The graduation can be in any stream
- Final year students awaiting their results may also apply for the MAT Exam
MAT Exam Application Form
The MAT Registration Process is same for all the three modes - PBT, CBT, and IBT and the application mode is online for all 3 modes. Candidates need to select the relevant exam mode while applying for the exam. Candidates can check the step-by-step procedure below.
Step 1: Registration
The first step here is to register for the MAT Examination. The steps to register are detailed below.
- Visit the official website of AIMA MAT - mat.aima.in
- Register using details like the Name, Email ID, Phone Number, and setting a password
- Confirm the details and click on the ‘Register' button at the end
- An OTP will be shared to the registered mobile number. Verify the phone number
Step 2: Filling out the Application Form
Once registered, the next step is to fill out the actual application form. Steps to fill the MAT Application Form are given below:
- Login using the registered credentials
- Enter details in the application form including Personal, Educational, Contact, etc.
- Upload the necessary documents including the scanned passport size photograph and signature
|
Documents |
File Size |
Specifications |
|
Photograph |
Between 10 and 50 KB |
Scanned copy of colour photograph (not more than six months old) in JPEG/JPG format only |
|
Signature |
Between 5 and 20 KB |
Scanned copy of signature in black or blue-ink pen only and in JPEG/JPG format only |
- Pay the MAT Application Fees
|
MAT Test Mode |
MAT Fee (in INR) |
|
IBT |
2,100 |
|
Single paper (either PBT or CBT) |
2,100 |
|
Both PBT & CBT or any 2 modes combined |
3,300 |
- Review the Application and finally submit
- Downlaod and take a printout for further use
MAT Exam Admit Card
The MAT Admit Card is an important document to be carried at the exam center. No candidate will be allowed to enter the examination hall without an admit card. The MAT 2024 admit card can be downloaded online using the login credentials and will be available for download for all three modes seperately.
Steps to Download the MAT Admit Card
Below is the step-by-step process to download the MAT Admit Card
- Visit the MAT official website
- Click on the ‘Download/View' option
- Select Admit Card from the drop down menu
- The MAT Admit Card 2024 will be displayed on the screen
- Download and take a print out for further use
Things to carry along with the MAT Admit Card
Along with the MAT Admit Card candidates must carry any one of the following items to the MAT Exam hall.
Valid Photo ID Proof: A valid photo ID proof like Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Driving License, or Voter's Card
Proof of Name Change: In case you have changed your name, you must carry the relevant documents in support
Caste Certificate (if applicable): Carry the caste certificate in case you are an SC/ST/OBC.
MAT Exam Pattern
The MAT Exam Pattern has been revised for the year 2024. The paper will be conducted for a duration of 2 hours and will consist of 150 questions. The questions are equally divided and therefore each section has 30 questions for 30 marks each. Check the detailed exam pattern below.
|
MAT Exam Features |
Details |
|
Exam modes |
CBT, PBT, IBT |
|
Exam duration |
120 minutes |
|
MAT sections |
|
|
Number of questions |
150 |
|
Number of questions section-wise |
30 |
|
Total marks |
150 |
|
Marking scheme |
|
MAT Syllabus
To be well prepared for the exam it is crucial for the candidates to know the complete syllabus of the MAT Exam. Candidates should cover each topic carefully and must not leave any topic as each topic is important. Take a detailed look at the MAT exam syllabus below.
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MAT Sections |
MAT Exam Syllabus |
|
Language Comprehension |
Reading Comprehension, Para jumbles, Fill in the blanks, One Word Substitution, Sentence Correction, Verbal Ability, Antonym & Synonyms, Idioms & Phrases, etc. |
|
Data Analysis & Sufficiency |
Tables, Charts, Pie Charts, Bar Diagrams, Caselet-based Data, Venn Diagram, Graphs, Data Comparison, Data Sufficiency, etc. |
|
Mathematical Skills |
Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Number System, Percentage, LCM & HCF, Inequalities, Set Theory, etc. |
|
Intelligence & Critical Reasoning |
Blood Relation, Family Tree, Coding & Decoding, Numeric Grid, Syllogism, Clocks, Calendars, Visual Reasoning, etc. |
|
Indian and Global Environment |
Static GK, Science, Technology, Business, Sports, World News, Events, Politics, Awards & Recognition, Art, Geography, History, etc. |
MAT Exam Result
The MAT Result for a particular exam date is released on the same date as the exam on the official website. the result is uploaded in the form of a scorecard and can be downloaded in the student dashboard. It must be noted that the canddiates who appeared full multiple modes can use the best score for admissions. AIMA sends the score to the top 5 colleges listed in order of preference while filling the application form, directly. Below are the steps to check the results of the exam.
- Visit the official website of MAT - mat.aima.in
- Click on download/view
- Select the MAT Result option
- Enter required credentials - Application Number and Roll Number
- Click on Submit button and look for the scorecard downlaod link
- The MAT Result will be displayed on the screen as a scorecard
- Download and take a prinout for the future use. Preserve it till the admission process is fully complete.
Details mentioned on the MAT Scorecard
Candidates need to check the following details on the MAT Scorecard:
- Candidate Name
- Registration Number
- MAT Exam Roll Number
- Marks obtained in each section
- Overall Marks
MAT Cutoff 2024
MAT Cutoff is the minimum score required by the candidate to be selected for the Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) round of the MBA Colleges for admission. Candidates meeting the cutoff for MAT will be selected for the admission process. The MAT Cutoff is usally lower than that of exams like CAT, XAT, or CMAT. Check the MAT 2024 Expected Cutoff in the table below.
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MAT Accepting Colleges |
MAT cut off 2024 (percentile) |
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Amity Business School, Noida |
90+ |
|
SOIL Institute of Management |
90 |
|
Christ University Bengaluru |
80-90 |
|
BIMTECH Greater Noida |
80-90 |
|
SIESCOMS Navi Mumbai |
80-90 |
|
Jagan Institute of Management Studies (JIMS), Rohini Delhi |
80-90 |
|
Indus Business Academy |
80-90 |
|
Institute of Management Studies (IMS) |
80-90 |
|
IPE Hyderabad, Institute of Public Enterprise |
80-90 |
|
Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow |
80-90 |
|
New Delhi Institute of Management (NDIM) |
80-85 |
|
Vignana Jyothi Institute of Management |
80-85 |
|
IES Management College and Research Centre |
80-85 |
|
ITM Business School, Navi Mumbai |
80-85 |
Colleges Accepting MAT Score
4.4
Birla Institute of Management Technology - (BIMTECH)
Uttar PradeshMBA
₹17.00L (2 Yrs)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MAT IBT??
AIMA has introduced a new exam mode, MAT IBT, beginning in May 2020. IBT stands for Remote Proctored Internet Based Mode. This can be taken from home, as IBT exam candidates can appear from the comfort of their own homes rather than going to an exam centre.
What is the use of MAT exam??
The MAT exam is used for admission to MBA and PGDM/PGP programmes at over 700 B-Schools in India. The exam is given four times a year, in February, May, September, and December.
What is MAT Eligibility Criteria??
The MAT exam requires a bachelor’s degree in any field from a recognised university. Students in their final year of graduation or those awaiting results are also eligible to take the MAT.
How can I apply for MAT exam 2023??
In order to apply for the MAT Exam 2023, candidates must visit the official website of AIMA MAT and register themselves for the upcoming exam as the exam is conducted 4 times a year. They must register themselves, fill the application form, upload the required documents and process the payment of MAT Fees.
What is MAT Fee??
The MAT exam fee is Rs. 2975/- for two MAT exams. The only way to pay for the MAT exam 2023 is online. The MAT exam fee is payable by credit card, debit card (ATM card), or net banking.
What are the pass marks for the MAT Exam??
A MAT composite score of 400 or higher is considered good. Most MBA colleges that accept the MAT choose students with MAT scores ranging from the 80th to the 99th percentile.
Which is easier, CAT or MAT??
MAT Exam is undoubtedly the easier exam for admission to MBA when compared to the Top MBA Exam, CAT Exam. The difficulty level of the CAT Exam is higher than that of the MAT Exam as CAT Exam has the sectional limit which makes it even more difficult to be cracked by MBA Aspirants.
Is it possible to appear MAT Exam from home??
Yes, candidates can appear MAT Exam from their home by choosing the IBT Mode.
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