MAT 2026 Exam: Dates, Syllabus, Pattern, Fees, Colleges, Cutoff

MAT 2026 (Management Aptitude Test) is a national-level MBA entrance exam conducted by AIMA (All India Management Association). It is one of the most popular management entrance tests in India, accepted by 600 MBA and PGDM colleges nationwide.

MAT 2026 is conducted multiple times a year — February, May, September, and December sessions, giving aspirants flexibility to choose their preferred attempt. With moderate difficulty, wide acceptability, and multiple exam modes (PBT, CBT and IBT), MAT remains a top choice for students targeting Tier-1, Tier-2, and Tier-3 B-schools.

MAT 2026 Highlights

MAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

• Final-year students can apply.

• No minimum percentage required.

• No age limit.

• No limit on number of attempts.

• Indian and international candidates can apply.

MAT 2026 Important Dates (Tentative)

MAT 2026 Application Process

Step-by-step:

1. Visit AIMA’s MAT portal.

2. Register using email and mobile number.

3. Fill personal, academic, and exam mode details.

4. Upload photo and signature.

5. Pay the application fee.

6. Select preferred test city and exam mode.

7. Choose colleges for score reporting.

8. Download confirmation page.

MAT 2026 Application Fee

MAT 2026 Exam Pattern

Marking Scheme:
1 for correct answer
–0.25 for incorrect answer

Difficulty Level: Moderate, with focus on speed and accuracy.

MAT 2026 Syllabus (Section-Wise)

Language Comprehension

• Reading Comprehension

• Grammar Rules

• Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms)

• Para Jumbles

• Sentence Correction

• Cloze Test

Intelligence and Critical Reasoning

• Analytical Puzzles

• Coding–Decoding

• Syllogisms

• Statement–Assumption

• Seating Arrangement

• Blood Relations

Mathematical Skills

• Number System

• Percentages

• Profit and Loss

• Time-Speed-Distance

• Time and Work

• Algebra

• Geometry and Mensuration

• Probability and Permutation

Data Analysis and Data Sufficiency

• Pie Charts

• Bar Graphs

• Line Graphs

• Caselets

• Data Comparison

• Venn Diagrams

Indian and Global Environment

• Business Awareness

• Trade and Economy

• Current Affairs

• Corporate Events

• Government Policies

• International Organizations

MAT 2026 Preparation Tips

• Start with basics: Arithmetic, Reasoning, Grammar.

• Practice 20–30 RC passages before exam.

• Solve at least 20 MAT mock tests.

• Prioritize easy questions first (high scoring strategy).

• Maintain formula notebook for Quant and DI.

• Revise current affairs regularly.

• Simulate 2-hour exam environment during practice.

MAT Previous Year Papers and Analysis

• Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate

• RC passages increasing in trend

• Quant focuses heavily on Arithmetic

• Reasoning is straightforward

• DI typically has charts and table-based sets

• Indian and Global Environment section doesn’t affect percentile (varies college-wise)

MAT 2026 Admit Card

Admit card includes:

• Candidate Name

• Photo and Signature

• Exam Date and Time

• Mode (PBT/CBT/IBT)

• Test Center Address

Must carry:

• Printed Admit Card

• Valid Photo ID

• Passport-size Photograph

MAT 2026 Exam Day Guidelines

• Reach 60 minutes early.

• Carry admit card ID proof.

• Avoid electronic gadgets.

• Do not carry rough sheets (provided at center).

• Follow instructions strictly in IBT mode.

MAT 2026 Result and Scorecard

Scorecard contains:

• Composite Score

• Percentile

• Sectional Scores

• Validity (1 Year)

Percentile is calculated based on performance relative to other candidates of the same session.

MAT 2026 Expected Cutoff

Top MBA Colleges Accepting MAT 2026 Scores

• Christ University, Bangalore

• JIMS Rohini

• JIMS Kalkaji

• VIT Vellore (Management Programs)

• XIME Bangalore

• XIME Kochi

• IPE Hyderabad

• Jaipuria Institute of Management

• Amity University

Add college-wise fees and placement stats for higher engagement.

MAT 2026 Counselling and Admission Process

1. Apply to MAT-accepting colleges with your MAT score.

2. Colleges shortlist based on percentile.

3. Attend GD/PI/WAT rounds.

4. Final selection based on:

   • MAT Score

   • Interview Performance

   • Academic Profile

   • Work Experience (if any)

MAT vs CAT vs CMAT vs NMAT 

MAT 2026 Books and Study Material

Best Books

• Arun Sharma – Quantitative Aptitude

• Norman Lewis – Word Power Made Easy

• RS Aggarwal – Logical Reasoning

• Pearson’s MAT Guide

• Arihant MAT Book

• Sectional quizzes