MBA Exam 2025

AIMA MAT (Management Aptitude Test) – MBA Entrance Guide

What is AIMA MAT?

MAT (Management Aptitude Test) is a national-level MBA entrance exam conducted by the All India Management Association (AIMA). It helps students get admission into MBA and PGDM programs offered by over 600 B-Schools across India.

MAT is accepted by many private and AICTE-approved management institutes.

Category of Exam

• Management Entrance Exam

Related Courses / Fields

• MBA (Master of Business Administration)

• PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management)

• Other equivalent management programs

Exam Frequency

• Held 4 times a year – in February, May, September, and December

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in any stream (Arts/Commerce/Science/Engineering)

• Final year graduation students can also apply

• No minimum percentage required

• No age limit

Application Process

• Mode: Online

• Official Website: https://mat.aima.in

• Steps:

  1. Register on the website

  2. Fill out the online form

  3. Upload a photo and a signature

  4. Pay the fee online

  5. Book exam slot (for CBT or IBT)

• Application Fee:

  • One Test: ₹2100

  • Two Tests (e.g., CBT + IBT): ₹3300

Mode of Exam

• MAT can be taken in any of the following modes:

  1. PBT (Paper-Based Test)

  2. CBT (Computer-Based Test)

  3. IBT (Internet-Based Test from Home)

• Candidates can choose 1 or more modes while applying.

Exam Pattern

• Duration: 150 minutes (2.5 hours)

• Type: MCQ (Multiple-Choice)

• Marking Scheme: +1 for correct answer, -0.25 for wrong answer

Note: Indian & Global Environment section score is not used for final percentile.

Syllabus Overview

Language Comprehension:

• Reading Comprehension

• Vocabulary

• Grammar & Sentence Correction

• Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Antonyms

Mathematical Skills:

• Arithmetic (Percentages, Ratios, SI/CI)

• Algebra, Geometry

• Mensuration, Time & Work

• Number System

Data Analysis & Sufficiency:

• Pie Charts, Bar Graphs

• Line Graphs, Data Tables

• Caselets, Data Comparison

Intelligence & Critical Reasoning:

• Series, Puzzles

• Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding

• Syllogisms, Logical Deductions

Indian & Global Environment:

• Current Affairs

• Business Awareness

• National/International Events

Important Dates (For September 2025 Attempt – Tentative)

Result and Cutoff Info

• Results available on: https://mat.aima.in

• Scorecard includes sectional + overall percentile and composite score

• Cutoffs vary for each institute, usually between 60–90 percentiles

Admit Card Info

• Download from the AIMA MAT website

• Carry a printed admit card + a valid photo ID on exam day

Preparation Tips

• Start at least 2–3 months before the exam

• Focus on speed + accuracy, especially for maths and reasoning

• Read newspapers and apps like Inshorts for GK

• Practice with mock tests and previous year papers

• Use books like:

  • “Arihant MAT Entrance Guide”

  • RS Aggarwal (Quant + Reasoning)

  • Lucent GK (for Indian & Global Environment)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many times can I appear for MAT?
You can appear multiple times in a year and use the best score.

Q2. Which MBA colleges accept MAT?
Over 600+ B-schools across India accept the AT score. (Not IIMs.)

Q3. Can I apply to more than one college using the MAT score?
Yes, you can apply to multiple colleges with one MAT scorecard.

Q4. Is MAT easier than CAT or XAT?
Yes, MAT is easier in difficulty level compared to CAT/XAT.

Q5. Can I give MAT from home?
Yes, you can choose IBT mode to take the test from home.

Top Colleges Accepting MAT Score

• Jagan Institute of Management Studies (JIMS), Delhi

• Christ University, Bangalore

• Jaipuria Institute of Management

• XIME, Bangalore

• VIT Business School

• Amity University

• SRM School of Management

• NDIM, New Delhi

• BIMTECH, Greater Noida

(Always check college websites for the latest MAT cutoff and process.)

Counseling and Admission Process

• AIMA does not conduct centralized counseling

• Use the MAT score to apply directly to colleges

• Shortlisted students may have to appear for:

  • GD (Group Discussion)

  • PI (Personal Interview)

  • WAT (Written Ability Test)

Latest Updates

• MAT now offers IBT mode for home-based testing

• The scorecard is valid for 1 year from the test month

• Some colleges offer early bird scholarships based on the MAT percentile

Official Website

Visit: https://mat.aima.in