MAT Exam 2024: PBT, CBT & IBT Dates, Registration & Eligibility

Overview: MAT Exam registration is open for the candidates who wish to pursue MBA from top b-school if our country. The MAT exam date 2024 for PBT, CBT and IBT is scheduled in the month of May and June. Check the complete details with the MAT entrance exam date of all the rounds here in this blog!

MAT entrance exam is a standardized national-level test which is conducted by All India Management Association (AIMA) four times every year. This score of this screening test is accepted in numerous colleges in our country offering post graduate programs in management.

It is a new age entrance exam with streamlined exam sections viz., Language Comprehension, Intelligence & Critical Reasoning, Mathematical Skill, Data Analysis & Sufficiency and Economic & Business Environment.

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What is MAT Entrance exam?

• MAT exam is recognized by b-Schools both in India and abroad, making MAT a gateway to over 600 business schools across the country.
• B-Schools worldwide can use MAT entrance exam scores for admissions, based on candidates' issued Score Cards.
• The MAT exam for MBA is available in three formats: PBT (offline), CBT (online), and IBT (remote proctored).
• However, admit cards and MAT entrance exam date vary, candidates may attempt the exam multiple times in any mode, requiring separate registrations for each.
• Admission considerations will be based on the score from the latest MAT test attempt.

Learn: How to Start MBA exam Preparation

MAT Exam Date 2024 and Schedule [Lates Updates]

DETAILED SCHEDULE - PBT (Paper Based Test)
MAT Entrance Exam Date End of PBT online registration	May 28, 2024 (Tuesday)
MAT Entrance Exam Date for PBT Admit Card	May 30, 2024 (2 PM Onwards)
MAT Exam Date for PBT	June 2, 2024 (Sunday)

DETAILED SCHEDULE - CBT (Computer Based Test)
MAT Entrance Exam Date End of CBT Online Registration	May 19, 2024 (Sunday)
MAT Entrance Exam Date for CBT Admit Card	May 23, 2024 (2 PM Onwards)
MAT Exam Date for CBT	May 26, 2024 (Sunday)

Attempt: Access MAT Mock Test Series

Additional Important MAT Exam Date for IBT Format

Test Mode	MAT Entrance Exam Date 2024	Registration Ends	Availability of Admit Card
IBT - 1	19-May-24	16-May-24	18-May-24
IBT - 2	24-May-24	21-May-24	23-May-24
CBT	26-May-24	19-May-24	23-May-24
IBT - 3	31-May-24	28-May-24	30-May-24
PBT	2-Jun-24	28-May-24	30-May-24

Note: 

• IBT- Internet Based Test 
• CBT- Computer Based Test 
• PBT- Paper Based Test 

MAT Exam 2024 Highlights

MAT Entrance Exam Particulars	MAT Exam 2024 Details
MAT Full Form	Management Aptitude Test (MAT)
Conducting Body	All India Management Association (AIMA)
Exam Level	National Level Test
Exam Frequency	Four times a year - February, May, September and December
Mode of Exam	Conducted in 03 modes IBT (Internet Based Test), PBT (Paper Based Test) and CBT (Computer Based Test)
MAT Entrance Exam Date 2024	May 26, 2024 (Sunday) June 2, 2024 (Sunday)
MAT Entrance Exam Timings	To be notified
MAT Entrance Exam Fees	For Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT) or Paper Based Test (PBT) or Computer Based Test (CBT)- 2100/- For Double IBT + IBT or PBT + IBT or PBT + CBT or CBT + IBT- 3300/-
Eligibility Criteria	Graduates in any discipline. Final year students of Graduate Courses can also apply.
Number of Applications	Lakhs of candidates across India
Exam Purpose	Admission to over 600 B-Schools across India like Amity University Noida, LPU, Jaipuria Noida, SOA University, etc.
Courses Offered	MBA/ PGDM/ MMS Programs
MAT pattern	5 sections viz., Language Comprehension, Data Analysis & Sufficiency, Mathematical Skills, Intelligence & Critical Reasoning, Indian & Global Environment to be solved within 150 minutes.
No. of test cities	Over 100
MAT website	https://mat.aima.in/

Admission Process Through MAT Exam 2024

1. Application Form: Fill out your top 5 college preferences directly in the MAT application form.

2. Clear the MAT Entrance Exam: Achieve a passing score on the MAT entrance exam to move forward in the admission process.
3. WAT-PI Round: Once the results are out, await invitations from selected colleges for further admission rounds, which may include Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI).
4. Acceptance by Over 800 B-Schools: Your MAT score opens doors to MBA/PGDM programs at more than 800 business schools across India.
5. Document Verification: After the MAT results are announced, the colleges you selected will reach out with admission details and document verification at their respective campuses.
6. Final Admission- Once the verification is done, you pay the first installment of the fees and then take an admission.

Learn More: MAT Exam Application Fee 2024

MAT Entrance Exam Eligibility Criteria

• The minimum qualification for MAT 2024 is graduation in any discipline from any recognized University or equivalent recognized degree.
• A final year student in any undergraduate (i.e. B.A, B.Sc., B.Com., B.Tech., etc) can also appear provisionally.
• Usually, there is a minimum percentage requirement in graduation, which is different for different MIs/University. 

MAT Exam Pattern 2024

• Total Questions: 200
• Sections and Questions:
  • Intelligence and Critical Reasoning: 40 questions
  • Language Comprehension: 40 questions
  • Mathematical Skills: 40 questions
  • Data Analysis and Sufficiency: 40 questions
  • Indian and Global Environment: 40 questions
• Time Duration: 150 minutes
• Marking Scheme: Each section carries 40 questions, each question carries 1 mark each and Negative marking is applicable; for each wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.

MAT Entrance Exam 2024 Test Structure

Section Name	No. of Questions	Duration
Language Comprehension	30	120 minutes
Intelligence & Critical Reasoning	30
Mathematical Skills	30
Data Analysis & Sufficiency	30
Economic & Business Environment	30
Total	150

Learn More About: MAT Exam Subjects 2024

MAT Exam Syllabus 2024

The MAT entrance exam syllabus is designed to evaluate candidates' aptitude in several key areas, and it comprehensively covers sections dedicated to assessing critical thinking abilities, reading comprehension skills, quantitative aptitude, and awareness of general knowledge pertaining to India.

Below, let's look into the specifics of the MAT exam syllabus, outlining the subtopics included within each section to provide a clear guide for prospective test-takers.

Sections	Topics
Intelligence and Critical Reasoning	Features logical reasoning and analytical questions, including patterns, puzzles, family trees, blood relations, series, and graphs.
Language Comprehension	Focuses on English comprehension, covering reading passages, verbal ability, sentence completion, vocabulary, and basic grammar.
Mathematical Skills	Encompasses questions on geometry, algebra, modern math, mensuration, profit & loss, percentages, probability, and trigonometry.
Data Analysis and Sufficiency	Deals with graph-based questions such as bar graphs, pie charts, case studies, data comparison, and line graphs.
Indian and Global Environment	Tests knowledge of current affairs, including national and international news, political events, sports, entertainment, and general knowledge.

MAT Exam Registration Process

For MAT exam Registration, visit the official website at website link: https://mat.aima.in with Credit Card/Debit Card (ATM Card), Net Banking, UPI and Paytm wallet. The fee details are given below:

• For Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT) or Paper Based Test (PBT) or Computer Based Test (CBT)- Rs. 2100/-
• For IBT + IBT or PBT+IBT or PBT+CBT or CBT+IBT - Rs. 3300/-

Documents Required for Filling the Form

• Valid Email Id
• Scanned image of photograph (10 to 50 kb)
• Scanned image of signature (5 to 20 kb)
• Credit Card/Debit Card (ATM Card) or Net Banking details

MAT Exam 2024 Participating B-Schools

MAT Exam 2024 Participating B-Schools- East Zone	MAT Exam 2024 Participating B-Schools- North Zone
MAT Exam 2024 Participating B-Schools- South Zone	MAT Exam 2024 Participating B-Schools- West Zone

MAT Exam 2024 Centres 

Following is the list of total MAT entrance exam centres for 2024

Paper Based Test (PBT) Preference 1
Test Date: 25-Feb-2024
Test City
AGRA
AHMEDABAD
BENGALURU
BHILAI
BHOPAL
BHUBANESWAR
CHANDIGARH
CHENNAI
COIMBATORE
Dehradun
DELHI (NCR)
GUWAHATI

Paper Based Test (PBT) Preference 2
Test Date : 25-Feb-2024
Test City
BENGALURU
BHOPAL
BHUBANESWAR
CHANDIGARH
CHENNAI
DELHI (NCR)
HYDERABAD
KOCHI
KOLKATA
LUCKNOW
MUMBAI
RAIPUR
RANCHI
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Computer Based Test (CBT) Preference 1
Test Date: 10-Mar-2024
Test City
AHMEDABAD
BENGALURU
BHOPAL
BHUBANESWAR
CHANDIGARH
CHENNAI
COIMBATORE
DEHRADUN
DELHI (NCR)
GUWAHATI
HYDERABAD
INDORE
JAIPUR
JAMMU
KOCHI
KOLKATA
KOTTAYAM
KOZHIKODE
LUCKNOW
MUMBAI
NAGPUR
PATNA
PUNE
RAIPUR
RANCHI
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
TRICHY

Computer Based Test (CBT) Preference 2
Test Date : 10-Mar-2024
Test City
AHMEDABAD
BENGALURU
BHOPAL
BHUBANESWAR
CHANDIGARH
CHENNAI
DELHI (NCR)
HYDERABAD
JAIPUR
KOLKATA
MUMBAI
RAIPUR
RANCHI
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

MAT Exam Results 2024

MAT Exam Result will be available for download on the AIMA website by the third week of March. Following are the steps to follow to see your result:

• Access MAT Results: Visit the official MAT website at https://mat.aima.in/.
• Navigate to Results: Select "Download/View" and then click on "MAT result 2024".
• Enter Details: Choose the exam month and input your Roll Number and Registration Number.
• Submit: Click on the "Submit" tab to proceed.
• Download Scorecard: Find the scorecard download link in the dashboard, where the MAT 2024 scorecard will be displayed.
• Save Your Scorecard: Download and save the scorecard to your desktop for future reference.

MAT Exam Cut-off 2024

Following are the expected MAT Cut Off Percentiles for MAT exam colleges:

Colleges	Percentile Cut-Offs
BIMTECH (Greater Noida), Balaji Institute of Modern Management (Pune), XIME (Bangalore), SOIL (Gurgaon), Jaipuria Institute of Management (Noida), ISB&M (Pune), JIMS (Rohini, Delhi), VIT Business School (Vellore), Christ University (Bengaluru), VIPS-TC-Delhi School of Business, NDIM (New Delhi)	80-85 Percentile
Institute of Public Enterprise (Hyderabad), IMS (Ghaziabad), Indus Business Academy (Bangalore), IBS Hyderabad, SDMIMD (Mysore).	75-80 Percentile
Lexicon MILE (Pune), Kristu Jayanti College (Bangalore), GITAM (Visakhapatnam), IES MCRC (Mumbai), ITM Group of Institutions, Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (Cochin), International Institute of Management Studies (Pune), Delhi School of Business, AIMS School of Business (Bangalore), FIIB (New Delhi), SDA Bocconi (Mumbai).	70-75 Percentile

MAT Exam Admit Card 2024

• Candidates registered for IBT/PBT/CBT must download their MAT exam Admit Cards from the website (https://mat.aima.in/ under the Applicant dashboard) according to the scheduled timeline.
• The Admit Card includes the Candidate's Name, Form No, Roll No, Test Date, Test Time, and Test Venue Address.
• Candidates must strictly adhere to the date and time specified on their Admit Card for the test.

Read More: Important Question and Answers for MAT Exam 2024

MAT Exam Preparation Tips

Following are some expert tips that could help you for your MAT exam preparation:

• Go Through Past Papers: Enhance reasoning and problem-solving skills by practicing with previous years' MAT question papers and online mock tests.
• Choose Your Exam Phase Wisely: Tailor your preparation strategy to the specific phase (PBT, CBT, IBT) of the MAT entrance exam you choose.
• Start Early: Begin your MAT preparation at least six months in advance to make sure you do thorough coverage of all topics.
• Practice with Mock Tests: Regular practice with mock tests helps simulate the actual exam environment. Analyze your performance to identify areas for improvement and adjust your study plan accordingly.
• Strengthen Your Basics: Ensure you have a strong grasp of fundamental concepts, especially in quantitative aptitude, reasoning, and language comprehension. Use textbooks, online resources, and tutorials if necessary.
• Develop Reading Habits: For sections like Language Comprehension and Indian and Global Environment, regular reading of newspapers, journals, and magazines can significantly enhance your comprehension skills and general awareness.

Conclusion: With determination and the right strategies, you're well on your way to acing the MAT Entrance exam and advancing your management career.