Management Aptitude Test
| Management Aptitude Test | |
|---|---|
| Acronym | MAT |
| Domain | Management |
| Level | postgraduate |
| Target Role | Admission to MBA and PGDM programs in B-Schools across India |
| Conducting Body | All India Management Association (AIMA) |
| Frequency | quarterly (February, May, September, December) |
| Exam Mode | Paper Based Test (PBT), Computer Based Test (CBT), Internet Based Test (IBT) |
| Application Period | Varies per session; generally 1-2 months before exam date |
| Exam Period | February, May, September, December (approximate months for four sessions) |
| Locations | National (multiple cities across India) |
| Status |
active |
| Official Website | Visit Site |
| Last Verified | 2025-10-22 by lalithaar |
The Management Aptitude Test (MAT) is a national level standardized entrance exam conducted by the All India Management Association (AIMA) for admission to MBA and PGDM programs in over 600 B-Schools across India.
Description
MAT is conducted four times a year in multiple modes including Paper Based Test (PBT), Computer Based Test (CBT), and Internet Based Test (IBT). The exam assesses candidates on language comprehension, reasoning skills, data analysis, mathematical ability, and general awareness to evaluate aptitude for management education.
Fields and Specializations
Main Fields
- Management Studies
- Business Administration
- Entrepreneurship
- Strategy and Leadership
Specializations Available
- Finance
- Marketing
- Human Resource Management
- Operations Management
- Information Systems
- Business Analytics
Eligibility Requirements
Minimum Qualification
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized university. Final year graduates are also eligible to apply provisionally.
Age Limit
No age limit.
Detailed Eligibility
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Professional degrees like CA/CS are also accepted.
- Both freshers and experienced professionals can apply.
- Reservation policies follow the Government of India norms, but AIMA does not enforce specific cutoffs.
Important Dates
Application Timeline
- Application Opens: Usually about 6 to 8 weeks before each exam session
- Application Deadline: Typically 2 to 3 weeks before the exam date; deadlines vary slightly for each mode (PBT, CBT, IBT)
Exam Schedule
- Exam Months: February, May, September, and December annually
- Exam Dates: Usually conducted in the first half or middle of the exam month, with PBT and CBT held on different dates within the session
- Result Declaration: Generally released within 2 to 3 weeks after the exam date
Notification Pattern
Official notifications with exact dates and deadlines are released by AIMA on the MAT official website prior to each exam session.
Exam Information
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
- Question Types: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Questions: 150 questions
- Sections and Questions: 5 sections with 30 questions each
- Marking Scheme: +1 for each correct answer, -0.25 for each incorrect answer, no penalty for unanswered questions
- Languages: English
- Mode: Paper-based, computer-based, and internet-based modes available
Syllabus Overview
Language Comprehension
- Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms)
- Grammar (Verbs, Nouns, Pronouns, Adjectives, Adverbs)
- Sentence completion & correction
- Reading comprehension
- Para jumbles and sentence arrangement
Intelligence & Critical Reasoning
- Puzzles
- Series & pattern recognition
- Coding-decoding
- Syllogisms
- Blood relations
- Visual reasoning
- Calendars and clocks
- Logical deduction
Data Analysis & Data Sufficiency
- Tables, graphs (line, bar, pie charts)
- Data interpretation
- Quantitative comparison
- Caselets and statements
Mathematical Skills
- Arithmetic (Percentages, Profit & Loss, Time-Speed-Distance)
- Algebra
- Geometry & Mensuration
- Trigonometry
- Modern math (Permutations and Combinations, Probability)
Economic & Business Environment
- Current affairs
- Business awareness
- Static GK related to economy and business
Official Resources
- Official Website: AIMA MAT Official
- Latest Notifications: Available on the official site for each session
- Application Portal: Application & Registration
Verification Information
- Last Verified: 2025-10-22 by lalithaar
- Status: active
- Sources: Official MAT AIMA Website, Shiksha.com, Collegedunia, MBAUniverse
Keywords and Search Terms
MAT, Management Aptitude Test, MBA entrance exam India, PGDM admission test, AIMA MAT, management entrance exam
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