MAT 2024 August: Exam from August 14 to 25 in Three Testing Modes; Registration is Open; Check Key Dates, How to Apply, Exam Pattern; Top Colleges
AIMA has announced the August MAT 2024 exam dates before releasing the May MAT 2024 result. The August MAT 2024 is scheduled from August 14 to 25 in CBT, IBT and PBT modes. MAT has only online registration process and there is no offline registration process. MAT Registration process is open with a facility to apply for one or two MAT exams. An important National MBA entrance exam with moderate difficulty, the score of MAT 2024 August exam will be accepted by 600 MBA/PGDM colleges in India for MBA admission
MAT 2024 August Exam: Important Dates & Exam Fees
Type of MAT Exam
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Last Date to Apply
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Admit Card Release Date
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Exam Date
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Remote Proctored Internet Based Test-1 (IBT-1)
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9 August, 2024
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11 August, 2024 (5 PM onwards)
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14 August, 2024
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Computer Based Test (CBT) at Exam Centres
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11 August, 2024
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14 August, 2024
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18 August, 2024
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Remote Proctored Internet Based Test-2 (IBT-2)
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18 August, 2024
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20 August, 2024
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23 August, 2024
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Paper Based Test (PBT)
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18 August, 2024
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21 August, 2024
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25 August, 2024
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August MAT 2024 Registration Fees
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For 1 MAT Exam: Rs.2100
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For 2 MAT Exams: Rs.3600
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For 3 MAT Exams: Not Allowed
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This comprehensive article prepared by MBAUniverse.com Exam Experts will give you complete information about MAT August 2024 Exam. So, read this article carefully before applying for the exam.
Table of Contents
- What is MAT?
- MAT August 2024: Key Highlights
- Top MBA Colleges Accepting MAT for Admission 2024 & 2025
- MAT 2024 Exam Registration Fees
- MAT Exam Registration Process
- MAT August 2024 Eligibility Criteria
- MAT 2024 August Exam Pattern
- MAT 2024 Syllabus: Check & Download Latest MAT Syllabus
- MAT 2024 Exam Preparation
- MAT Exam Admit Card: How to Download?
- MAT 2024 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is MAT?
Management Aptitude Test, known as MAT Exam is one of the most popular National level MBA entrance exams in India after CAT. More than 600 MBA/PGDM Colleges are accepting MAT exam 2024 Scores for MBA/PGDM Admission 2024/2025. MAT is an easier exam and is of 2 hours duration. MAT exam is conducted in three testing modes and the candidates can apply for one or two MAT exams to improve their score.
2. MAT August 2024: Key Highlights
One of the most important but an easier MBA entrance exam – MAT 2024 has following key highlights:
Questions related to Exam
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Answer related to Exam
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Exam Conducting Body
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All India Management Association (AIMA)
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Total Exams in a Year
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Held in February, May, August, December
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Number of MBA colleges under the Exam
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400 to 600+
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Testing Modes
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3: IBT, PBT, CBT
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Number of exams you can apply for
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2
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Application Fee
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Rs.2100/- for 1 exam;
Rs. 3600/- for 2 exams
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MAT Full Form
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Management Aptitude Test
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Score Validity for MBA Admission
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One academic session
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Total Questions in Test Paper
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150
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Sectional Division of Exam 2023
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5 Sections with 30 Questions in Each Section
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Difficulty Level
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Easy to Moderate
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Required Percentile for MBA admission in Top Colleges
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90+
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Importance of Taking the August 2024 MAT Exam
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Offers MBA admission opportunity in 2024 and 2025
Offers opportunity to improve rank & score
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Application process
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Online
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3. Top MBA Colleges Accepting MAT Exam
August 2024 MAT exam score will be accepted for MBA/PGDM Admission 2024 and 2025 in more than 500 MBA colleges in India. Check list of top MAT accepting college with Fees and Placements and Admission status as in June 2024
MBA Colleges
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Fees
(Rs.in Lakhs) |
Placement
(Rs.in Lakhs) |
Admission Status
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BIMTECH Greater Noida
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13.00
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9.38
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Open | Apply Now
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JAGSoM
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15.95
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13.30
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Open | Apply Now
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XIME Bangalore
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11.50
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9.09
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Open | Apply Now
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Rajagiri Business School Kochi
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7.50
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7.11
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Open | Apply Now
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Woxsen University Hyderabad
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19.90
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9.09
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Open | Apply Now
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Jaipuria Lucknow & Noida
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14.50
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11.08
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Open | Apply Now
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Indus Business Academy - IBA Bangalore
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9.78
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7.80
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Open | Apply Now
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Top MBA colleges accepting MAT Score - Check here
Top MBA Colleges Accepting MAT: 80-90 Percentile
MBA Colleges
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Fees
(Rs.in Lakhs) |
Placement
(Rs.in Lakhs) |
Admission Status
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Amrita School of Business Coimbatore
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12.86
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6.72
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Open | Apply Now
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IPE Hyderabad
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8.00
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6.12
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Open | Apply Now
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CIMP Patna
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7.65
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7.00
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Open | Apply Now
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SIES Mumbai
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9.00
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9.11
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Open | Apply Now
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Delhi School of Business (DSB) Delhi
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9.25
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8.25
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Open | Apply Now
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MBA Colleges Accepting MAT Percentile: 60-80 Percentile
MBA Colleges
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Fees
(Rs.in Lakhs) |
Placement
(Rs.in Lakhs) |
Admission Status
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Sri Balaji University Pune (SBUP)
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10.70
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8.25
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Open | Apply Now
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Jaipuria Institute of Management Jaipur
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12.50
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7.40
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Open | Apply Now
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SOIL Institute of Management
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12.90
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10
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Open | Apply Now
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AIMS School of Business (AIMS Institutes)
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9.06
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7.50
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Open | Apply Now
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JIMS Rohini Delhi
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8.70
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7.60
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Open | Apply Now
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Top MBA colleges accepting MAT Score - Check here
3.1 MBA Admission Process through MAT Exam
Apart from applying and appearing in MAT exam, you need to apply separately for MBA admission to respective MBA college. The MBA Admission process in detail is shared below
4. MAT 2024 Exam Registration Fees
MAT August 2024 Exam Fees is Rs. 2,100 for taking any one of the following exams:
- Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT)
- Paper Based Test (PBT)
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
MAT Exam Fees for taking any two of following exams is Rs 3,600:
- IBT + IBT
- PBT + IBT
- PBT + CBT
- CBT + IBT
5. MAT 2024 Exam Registration Process
Check step by step details of MAT 2024 Registration and MAT Application Form Filling. You can register for MAT Exam on AIMA MAT Official Website by following steps:
STEP 1: Select MAT Test Mode: You shall be given an option of selecting at least one and maximum of two test modes in Step 1 of the application form. Select from CBP, PBT or IBT Exam options.
STEP 2: Upload Your Photo and Signature: Photograph must be a recent passport size color photo. The photo image file should only be in .jpg or .jpeg format. Size of file should not be less than 10KB and more than 50KB.
STEP 3: Select Management Institutes (MI): If you are taking MAT Test in any one mode, you can select upto 5 MBA Colleges, referred as Management Institutes. If you opt for double test modes, you can select 2 more colleges for sending your score.
STEP 4: Make Exam Fees Payment: After selecting MI choices, you shall be directed to the payment page. Payment of registration fee can be made through Debit/ Credit Card/ Net Banking/ Wallet.
STEP 5: Fill Personal Particulars: Fill your personal details on the online registration form.
STEP 6: Fill Qualification & Experiences: Next, fill your Educational Qualification and Experience details.
STEP 7: Fill Additional Information: AIMA MAT may require some additional information. Fill it and complete the MAT registration process.
Now you can preview and submit your MAT registration form to complete registration process. Remember to take a print out of the same for your record! Read More on Step by Step MAT 2024 Registration
MAT Exam (May) 2024 Registration Open – Apply Now
6. MAT August 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Often students ask, what is MAT 2024 Exam Eligibility Criteria? MAT Exam Eligibility criteria is very simple:
- You should be interested in taking MBA/PGDM Admission
- You should be a graduate
- Or you should be studying in the final year of graduation
If you meet above MAT Eligibility Criteria, you can apply for the exam.
7. MAT 2024 Exam Pattern
AIMA MAT has released revised pattern for MAT 2024 August Exam. The number of questions in MAT 2024 August exam has been reduced from 200 to 150. The total duration for MAT 2024 August exam has also been reduced to 120 minutes. MAT Section Wise Weightage is same - 20% for each of the section.
MAT Exam Components
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No of Questions (All MCQs)
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Sectional Time Limit (In Minutes)
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Scoring Pattern (Negative Marking is only for MCQs)
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Section 1: Language Comprehension
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30
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No Time Limit
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+1 for Correct Answer;
-0.25 for Incorrect Answer;
0 for Not Attempted
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Section 2: Intelligence and Critical Reasoning
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30
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No Time Limit
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+1 for Correct Answer;
-0.25 for Incorrect Answer;
0 for Not Attempted
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Section 3: Data Analysis and Data Sufficiency
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30
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No Time Limit
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+1 for Correct Answer;
-0.25 for Incorrect Answer;
0 for Not Attempted
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Section 4: Mathematical Skills
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30
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No Time Limit
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+1 for Correct Answer;
-0.25 for Incorrect Answer;
0 for Not Attempted
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Section 5:
Economic & Business Environment
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30
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No Time Limit
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+1 for Correct Answer;
-0.25 for Incorrect Answer;
0 for Not Attempted
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Total
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150
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120 Minutes
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Revised MAT May 2024 Pattern: New Vs Old
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MAT Exam Components
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New Pattern - No. of Questions
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Old Pattern – No of Questions
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I
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Language Comprehension
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30
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40
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II
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Intelligence & Critical Reasoning
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30
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40
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III
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Mathematical Skills
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30
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40
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IV
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Data Analysis & Sufficiency
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30
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40
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V
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Economic & Business Environment
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30
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40
(Earlier this section was named as ‘Indian and Global Environment’)
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MAT Total Questions
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150
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200
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MAT Exam Duration
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120 Mins
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150 Mins
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Important Note: Merit Score in the exam is calculated on the basis of first 4 sections only, and the score of Economic & Business Environment is separately shown but is not taken into account to calculate the merit or percentile in the score card.
Unique MAT Scoring Pattern
MAT scoring pattern is unique. The score card displays scaled score out of 800 Marks and not out of 160 or 200 raw scores. While each correct answer is awarded +1 Mark, each wrong answer is penalized with negative marking of -0.25 mark. Merit Score is calculated on the basis of 4 sections only and the score of Indian & Global Environment is separately shown but is not taken into account to calculate the merit or percentile in the score card.
8. MAT 2024 Syllabus: Check & Download Latest MAT Syllabus
MAT August 2024 Syllabus is divided into 5 key sections namely Language Comprehension, Mathematical skills, Data Analysis and Sufficiency, Intelligence and Critical Reasoning, Economic & Business Environment with 30 questions in each section. Check syllabus for each section below.
8.1 Section-1: Language Comprehension
MAT 2024 Syllabus for Language Comprehension section in MAT is divided into 2 parts: Reading Comprehension passages and Grammar & other parts of Verbal Ability.
MAT Syllabus for Reading Comprehension Passages
RC Passages on Current Affairs and Political Developments
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RC Passages on Business & Economic
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RC passages from various English Literature Books
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RC Passages on Science
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RC Passages in Abstract Topics and Fiction
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RC Passages on Historical Events and Mythology
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MAT Syllabus 2024 for Verbal Ability
Jumbled Paragraphs
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Error Correction of Verb, Noun, Pronoun, Adjective, Adverb and other parts of speech in the Sentences.
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Correcting the sequence of sentences in the paragraph for example correct use of conditional sentence, time clauses, reported speech, passive writing
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Antonyms/Synonyms
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Fill in the blanks
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Idioms/Phrases
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8.2 Section 2: Intelligence and Critical Reasoning
Fact Inference Judgment
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Passage Conclusion
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Analogy
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Clocks
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Calendars
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Binary logic
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Seating Arrangement
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Blood Relations (Family Tree)
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Logical Sequence
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Assumption
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Premise
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Conclusion
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Linear and matrix arrangement
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Team Formation
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Direction sense and Decision Making
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Input-Output
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Series
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Syllogism
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Cubes
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Rows
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Puzzles
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8.3 Section 3: Data Analysis and Data Sufficiency
This section is divided into two parts – Data Analysis and Data Sufficiency. Questions are asked from:
Line Graph
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Bar Graph
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Caselet
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Pie Chart
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Data Comparison
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Quantitative Comparison and Data Sufficiency
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8.4 Section 4: Mathematical Skills
This Mathematical Skills section of MAT is what is known as Quantitative Aptitude in MAT exam. In this section, questions are asked from:
Arithmetic
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Algebra
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Geometry
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Trigonometry
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Mensuration Modern Maths
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8.5 Section 5: Economic & Business Environment
This section includes questions from both Current Affairs and Static GK. Although this section carries 40 marks, it is not taken into consideration to determine candidate’s MAT score and percentile. So this section must be given low priority by students.
9. MAT 2024 Exam Preparation
Compared to CAT exam, MAT is a relatively easy MBA entrance exam. Check step by step MAT Preparation Tips below.
Step 1: Understand MAT Exam Pattern: MAT Exam is divided into 5 key sections namely Language Comprehension, Mathematical skills, Data Analysis and Sufficiency, Intelligence and Critical Reasoning, Economic & Business Environment with 30 questions in each section. Although Economic & Business Environment section carries 40 marks, it is not taken into consideration to determine candidate’s MAT score and percentile. So, this section must be given low priority by students
Step 2: Check MAT Exam Syllabus for Each Section: Check MAT syllabus and the specific subjects included therein. Put emphasis on subjects where your understanding may be lacking.
Step 3: Prepare Section wise from Books and Reading Material: Allocate 8-10 weeks to systematically addressing the topics outlined in the MAT syllabus. Refer MAT Preparation Books (details below) or CAT Preparation material of TIME, CL, IMS Coaching.
Step 4: Take MAT Mock Tests: After you have covered the MAT syllabus, take MAT mock tests and sample papers. Taking mock tests enhances your problem-solving speed.
To help you prepare for the MAT exam, MBAUniverse.com has published many MAT Mock Tests which are based on previous MAT Exam Papers. Take Free Online MAT Mock now by clicking on the links below.
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9.1 Best MAT Preparation Books
Consistent MAT exam Preparation with best books can get you admission to MBA 2024 in good MBA colleges. You can refer to following CAT preparation books for MAT preparation.
MAT Preparation Books by Arun Sharma
- How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT - by Arun Sharma (Published by McGraw Hill)
- ‘How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT’ - by Arun Sharma (Published by McGraw Hill)
- ‘How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for the CAT’ - by Arun Sharma (Published by McGraw Hill)
- How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT’- by Arun Sharma & Meenakshi Upadhyay
MAT Preparation Books by Nishit K Sinha
- ‘Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT’ - by Nishit K Sinha (Published by Pearson)
- ‘Logical Reasoning and data Interpretation for the CAT’- by Nishit K Sinha (Published by Pearson)
- ‘Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT’-by Nishit K Sinha
Other MAT Exam Study Material for MAT Preparation
- Latest RC Passages and practice questions provided by Study centres like TIME, CL among others
- Editorial and short articles published in English news papers
- ‘Word Power Made Easy’ – by Norman Lewis
- ‘High School English Grammar & Composition’ – by Wren & Martin
- Regularly solve the Verbal Ability questions from your XAT study material especially on Para summary, Jumbled Paragraphs
9.2 MAT Mocks: Take Full Length & Sectional Mocks for MAT
During next few days, it is very important that you become conversant with the MAT question paper to know the actual MAT exam composition. The 200 questions in MAT are divided in 5 sections with 30 questions in each section. MBAUniverse.com experts and previous MAT toppers have prepared full length and sectional MAT Mocks to boost your preparation level. By attempting full length and sectional MAT Mocks will help you gauge your preparation level and expected score in the exam based on your performance.
9.3 MAT Sample Papers: Download & Solve
MBA entrance exams go on changing and despite having same number of sections and questions, MAT is no exception. The best way to get hands-on feel and practice on question topics covered in MAT exam, is to go through and attempt the MAT sample papers. To help you prepare with ease, we have many MAT sample papers available on MBAUniverse.com. The difficulty level in the MAT Sample Test paper rises after you go on attempting them one by one.
10. MAT Exam Admit Card: How to Download?
You can download August MAT 2024 exam admit card from AIMA MAT website till the exam day. MAT 2024 August Exam date is scheduled in IBT, PBT as well as CBT Mode. The Internet Based (IBT) Mode exam can be taken from the comfort of your home while PBT and CBT exams can be taken at designated test centres. While MAT August 2024 Internet Based Mode (IBT) Mode exam will be conducted in longer testing window, the PBT and CBT exams will be conducted in a single day on different dates. The last dates for MAT Registration are different for each IBT exam, while for CBT and for PBT exams the last date to apply closes a few days before the exam date.
11. MAT 2024 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When MAT exam will be held in 2024?
A. MAT 2024 August Exam will be held from August 14 to 25, 2024 in three different modes – Paper based, computer based, and online Proctored based.
Q. What is the last date for MAT registration 2024?
A. The last date for MAT Registration is different for different testing mode and is from August 11 to August 21, 2024. Check all dates for MAT exam
Q. How many times is MAT conducted times in a year?
A. MAT exam is conducted 4 times in a year in the months of Feb, May, August and December
Q. What is the MAT 2024 paper?
A. MAT is an easy entrance test for MBA admission in 600 MBA colleges
Q. How many questions are there in MAT paper 2024?
A. From the May 2024, MAT exam pattern has changed. Now MAT 2024 paper has 150 questions instead of earlier 200 questions. The time limit to attempt MAT exam is now reduced to 2 hours from earlier 2½ hours
Q. What is the fee for MAT 2024?
A. MAT 2024 registration and application fee is Rs.2100 for one exam and Rs.3600 for two exams.
Q. Is MAT registration open for 2024?
A. Yes, MAT registration for all testing modes is open
Q. How to apply for MAT exam 2024?
A. You need to Register and apply online at MAT website mat.aima.in with Credit Card/Debit Card (ATM Card), Net Banking, UPI or Paytm wallet.
Q. Does IIM accept MAT score?
A. No, IIMs accepts only CAT exam score
Q. Is MAT tougher than CAT?
A. MAT is much easier than CAT. Those who prepare for CAT can get high score in MAT.
Q. What are the benefits of taking two exams?
A. You get two chances to improve your scores by appearing in the same exam but in two different modes.
Q. Any other benefit to apply for two exams?
A. Applying for two exams has multiple benefits - you can improve your scores in the same exam month and can get a better MBA college; If you apply for two exams, AIMA will send your scores to 7 MBA colleges free of cost. However, if you apply for one exam, AIMA will send your exam scores to 5 B-schools free of cost
Q. Can I get MAT application form by Post?
A. No, you have to apply online only
Q. Which month MAT is best?
A. MAT score acceptability is through out the year. However, the February, December, May MAT exams are the best as the most good B-schools are open with their admission process and accept MAT exam scores.
Q. What are the pass marks for MAT?
A. MAT does not disqualify any candidate. It is upto the score requirement of the Management Institute to which you apply.
Q. What is a good MAT score?
A. A good composite MAT score is 650 to 800. At this score you may get 80 to 100 percentile and can get admission in top management institute.
Q. Is MAT good for MBA?
A. Yes, being a national level MBA entrance exam, more than 400 MBA/PGDM colleges in India accept MAT score for admission.
Q. How is MAT percentile calculated?
A. AIMA first converts raw score into composite score and calculates the percentile. The GK section score is not taken into account for composite and percentile score calculation
Q. Which all colleges accept MAT score?
A. There are 600 score accepting colleges notified by AIMA including 300 MBA colleges in Maharashtra which accept MAT score for admission to All India category candidates.
Q. Which is better MAT or CMAT?
A. Both are good MBA entrance exams conducted at National Level. There are some MBA colleges who do not accept MAT but accept CMAT and vice versa.
Q. Is MAT marking negative?
A. Yes, MAT scoring pattern is +1 mark for right answer and - 0.25 mark for wrong answer.
Q. Which book is best for MAT preparation?
A. There are 5 sections in MAT and for each section it is better to get the best book for example Verbal Ability, RC, Quant, DI, LR the books by Arun Sharma are very good.
Q. Where will I get my admit card for MAT 2024?
A. You should download your MAT Admit Card on its respective release date from AIMA MAT website
Q. Is the syllabus for MAT exam 2024 out?
A. MAT exam syllabus has been released. You can check the complete section wise MAT exam syllabus
Q. What is the eligibility criteria for the MAT exam?
A. MAT eligibility criteria require you to be a Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university/institute
Q. How many business schools are participating in MAT 2024?
A. There are 600 B-schools in India which accept MAT exam score. MBA colleges in Maharashtra also accept MAT score for All India Category candidates.
Q. When does the result for MAT come out?
A. MAT result comes out in 15 to 20 days after the last MAT exam is over.
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