Management Exam · PostgraduateUpdated 2026

MAT 2026
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A flexible, four-times-a-year MBA entrance accepted by 600+ business schools across India.

Management Aptitude Test

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Postgraduate (MBA/PGDM)Level

4 times a year — February, May, September, DecemberFrequency

Paper-based (PBT), Computer-based (CBT), and Internet-based (IBT) — candidates can chooseMode

Overview

What is MAT?

MAT is one of the most accessible MBA entrance exams in India, run by AIMA four times a year across multiple formats. It's accepted by over 600 B-schools nationwide (not the IIMs), making it a good option for students who want more attempts and format flexibility than a single high-stakes exam. Scores are valid for admission in the same academic session they're taken.

Conducted by All India Management Association (AIMA).

Eligibility

MAT Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university
Final-year graduating students can also apply, subject to proof of graduation at admission time
No minimum percentage cutoff mandated by AIMA (individual institutes may set their own)

Exam Pattern

MAT Exam Pattern

Language Comprehension	40 questions
Mathematical Skills	40 questions
Data Analysis & Sufficiency	40 questions
Intelligence & Critical Reasoning	40 questions
Indian & Global Environment	40 questions (often not counted toward the core percentile)
Duration & marking	150 minutes total, +1 for correct, −0.25 for incorrect

Syllabus

MAT Syllabus Highlights

Reading comprehension, verbal reasoning, English usageArithmetic, algebra, geometry, data sufficiencyData interpretation from tables, graphs, and chartsLogical and analytical reasoningCurrent affairs and general business awareness

Where It's Accepted

Participating Institutes

600+ MBA/PGDM institutes across India accept MAT scores
Notable ones include Great Lakes Institute of Management, KJ Somaiya, and various university-affiliated B-schools

How to Apply

MAT Application Process

Fill in academic and personal details

Pay the application fee

Download the admit card

Appear for the test; scores are sent directly to the institutes you select

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MAT Important Dates

Feb session registration

Dec–Jan

May session registration

Mar–Apr

Sep session registration

Jul–Aug

Dec session registration

Oct–Nov

Result

~2–3 weeks after each session

Dates are indicative — check the official website for confirmed schedules.

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What is MAT?

Conducted by All India Management Association (AIMA).

MAT Exam Pattern

Language Comprehension	40 questions
Mathematical Skills	40 questions
Data Analysis & Sufficiency	40 questions
Intelligence & Critical Reasoning	40 questions
Indian & Global Environment	40 questions (often not counted toward the core percentile)
Duration & marking	150 minutes total, +1 for correct, −0.25 for incorrect

MAT 2026Complete Guide

What is MAT?

MAT Eligibility Criteria

MAT Exam Pattern

MAT Syllabus Highlights

Participating Institutes

MAT Application Process

Confused about MAT?

MAT Important Dates

Quick Links

Need MAT Guidance?

MAT 2026Complete Guide

What is MAT?

MAT Eligibility Criteria

MAT Exam Pattern

MAT Syllabus Highlights

Participating Institutes

MAT Application Process

Confused about MAT?

MAT Important Dates

Quick Links

Need MAT Guidance?

MAT 2026
Complete Guide

MAT 2026
Complete Guide