Management Aptitude Test (MAT)
MAT is a national-level management aptitude test conducted multiple times a year. It’s accepted by over 600 business schools. The test covers language comprehension, mathematical skills, data analysis, and intelligence and critical reasoning.
Important Dates
- Notification: Multiple sessions annually; recent for September 2025 session
- Registration Windows: Varies for Feb, May, Sep, Dec sessions
- Application Fees: ₹2,100 (single mode); ₹3,300 (dual mode)
- Result Declaration: Varies by session
Top Colleges
- Great Lakes
- BIMTECH
- JIMS Delhi
- Amity
- Christ University
Pattern And Structure
- Mode: Online (CBT/IBT/PBT) available
- Number of Questions: 150 Questions
- Marking Scheme: +1 for correct answer; negative marking varies by mode but typically none
- Sections:
- Language Comprehension
- Mathematical Skills
- Data Analysis & Sufficiency
- Intelligence & Critical Reasoning
Preparation Insight
- Focus on mastering language comprehension with regular reading and grammar exercises.
- Solve plenty of data interpretation and quantitative problems.
- Practice critical reasoning and puzzle sets.
- Take multiple attempts across sessions to improve overall scores.