MAT notification released

MAT notification released.

Introduction

Management Aptitude Test (MAT) is a standardised National Level test being administered since 1988 to facilitate Business Schools (B-Schools) to screen candidates for admission to MBA and allied programmes. Govt. of India, Ministry of Education approved MAT as a national level test in 2003.

Important Dates

  • Last date to apply for computer-based test: 2 Mar 2026
  • Last date to apply for Paper-based test: 23 Feb 2026
  • Exam Date (Computer-based Test): 8 Mar 2026
  • Exam Date (Paper-based Test): 1 Mar 2026

Application Form Cost

Paper Based Test (PBT) or Computer Based Test (CBT) ₹2200/-
PBT + CBT ₹3800/-

Test Pattern

MAT has five sections, each with thirty questions. A total of 150 questions are to be attempted over 120 minutes.

Test Structure

Section No. Section Name No. of Questions
I Language Comprehension 30
II Intelligence & Critical Reasoning 30
III Mathematical Skills 30
IV Data Analysis & Sufficiency 30
V Economic & Business Environment 30

Candidate can take MAT as

  • Paper Based Test (PBT) or
  • Computer Based Test (CBT) or
  • Paper Based Test and Computer Based Test (PBT + CBT) or

Eligibility Criteria for MAT

Graduates in any discipline. Final year students of Graduate Courses can also apply.

To register for the MAT entrance exam please visit https://mat.aima.in/

MAT Helpline

Candidates may clarify queries regarding MAT at e-mail: mat@aima.in
Contact: 8130338839, 9599030586 (between 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM) & 011-47673020 (between 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM, Monday to Friday)