MAT 2025: May Exam Dates Out - PBT on May 31, CBT on June 8; Registrations Open; Check Top Accepting Colleges

Management Aptitude Test (MAT) is one of the most popular National level MBA entrance exams in India. MAT is conducted four times in a year in February, May, August and December. More than 200 MBA/PGDM Colleges are accepting MAT Scores for Admission 2025. MAT is an easier exam than CAT or XAT exams. Total duration of MAT exam is 2 hours (120 mins). The exam pattern is divided into five sections. Check details below.

MAT 2025 exam highlights are as follows:

Read complete MAT 2025 Exam Dates and Timings.

MAT 2025 exam will be held in Paper Based Test (PBT) mode on May 31, and in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode on June 8, 2025. Check MAT 2025 registration and admit card release dates in the table below.

MAT 2025 exam score are accepted by 200+ MBA colleges for MBA/PGDM Admission 2025. Check details below

Check list of top MBA Colleges Accepting MAT Score  with cut offs. 

Anyone who has completed a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university is eligible for the MAT exam. Here's a detailed breakdown of the MAT exam eligibility:

• Educational Qualification: Graduation in any stream (BA, B.Com, B.Sc, B.Tech, etc.) from a recognized university.
   
• Final-Year Students: Candidates appearing in their final year of graduation are also eligible to apply.
   
• No Minimum Marks Required: There is no minimum percentage requirement to appear for MAT; however, individual institutes may have their own cut-offs.
   
• Nationality: MAT is open to Indian nationals and also to NRIs or foreign candidates (for some institutes).

MAT 2025 Exam Pattern consists of five sections of 30 questions each. Total exam duration is 120 mins.

MAT 2025 Marking Scheme Pattern
In MAT 2025 marking scheme each correct answer is awarded 1 mark, while 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer. All sections carry equal weightage, with a total of 150 questions and a maximum possible score of 150 marks.

Key points about the MAT 2025 marking scheme:

• Equal weightage: Each section of the MAT exam has equal weightage. 
• Marking per question: 1 mark is awarded for each correct answer. 
• Negative marking: 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer. 
• No marks for unanswered questions: No marks are deducted for unanswered questions

MAT 2025 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 MAT syllabus for each section below.

MAT Preparation can be done following step by step approach 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 4-8 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.

8.1 Best MAT Preparation Books
Consistent MAT exam Preparation with best books can get you admission to MBA in good MBA colleges. You can refer to following CAT preparation books for MAT preparation.
 
MAT Preparation Books by Arun Sharma

Other MAT Exam Study Material for MAT Preparation

MAT Registration Fees for May Exam 2025 has been increased. MAT Registration Fees for May MAT is Rs 2200 for taking PBT or CBT exam. If you register for both the exams, the total registration fees is Rs 3800.

If you are planning to appear for the MAT exam, the first step is to complete the online registration and application form available at official website mat.aima.in. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you successfully complete your MAT application process:

Step 1: Create a New MAT Login: Visit the official MAT website (mat.aima.in) and register using your personal information to generate a MAT ID and password.

Step 2: Select Test Modes: Choose your preferred test modes. You must select at least one test mode and can opt for a maximum of two.

Step 3: Upload Photo & Signature: Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph and signature in the specified size and format.

Step 4: Fill Choice of Management Institutes: If applying for one MAT exam, you can select up to 5 MBA/PGDM institutes. If applying for two MAT exams, you can choose up to 7 institutes. Select them from list of top MBA colleges accepting MAT scores.

Step 5: Make Online Payment: Pay the MAT application fee online. MAT Registration Fees is Rs 2200 for one exam and Rs 3800 for two exams.

Step 6: Fill Personal Details: Enter your complete personal information including name, date of birth, contact details, address, and other required information.

Step 7: Enter Academic & Work Experience Details: Provide your academic details from Class 10 onwards. If you have any work experience after graduation, enter those details as well.

Step 8: Review, Submit, and Download Application Form: Carefully review all the filled details. Make any necessary corrections, then submit the form. Finally, download and save a copy of your submitted MAT application form for future reference.

Read step by step MAT 2025 Registration guide for complete information. 

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

• Apply and Appear in MAT Exam
• Check your MAT Score and corresponding Cut off at MBA Colleges
• Apply Separately for MBA Admission in the preferred MBA College
• Participate in MBA Colleges Selection process
• If selected, pay admission fee

MAT Results 2025 for May exam will be released by or before third week of June, 2025. Candidates should login to their Applicant Dashboard on MAT official website https://mat.aima.in/ to download their MAT result. The MAT Scorecard includes the following key details:

• Candidate Details: Name, Roll Number, Form Number
• Test Details: Exam Mode (PBT, CBT, IBT), Exam Date
• Sectional Scores: Scaled score (out of 100) for each section 
• Overall Scaled Score: Total score (out of 800)
• Percentile Score: Percentile ranking based on candidate performance
• Validity: MAT scores are valid for one year for MBA/PGDM admissions.

Check important exam day tips, MAT dos and don’ts, and things to carry for exam day.

• Locate your test centre a day before the test so that you can reach the test centre on time on the exam date. 
• Arrive at the exam centre on the exam date at least 1 hours before the commencement of the exam.
• Carry Admit Card Check to exam center. Check if you have pasted your photograph on admit card. If not, paste the identical photograph as uploaded at the time of completing the Registration Form.
• Carry a valid Photo ID Card inside the examination hall. Valid and acceptable Photo IDs are: Driving License, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, Aadhar Card, Identification Affidavit etc. 
• Carry transparent water Bottle, 2 simple pens and the test related documents (Admit Card, ID Card etc.). No other items will be permitted inside the test centre
• Do not carry Mobile phones, electronic gadgets, watches, calculators, stationary items, papers, wallets, goggles or similar such things as they are not allowed inside the test hall on exam date.
• Do not wear any jewellery or other items containing metal, you may be asked to remove them.
• Don’t carry valuables to exam centre. There is no facility for safekeeping of your personal belongings outside the test hall and Centre is not responsible for its loss.
• Follow any other instructions on the Admit Card.

MAT Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)