MAT exam dates for the December '23 session are officially released. As usual, the exam will be held in IBT, PBT, and CBT modes. In this article, you will learn about the exam's complete schedule as per the official MAT notification 2023.
MAT 2023
All India Management Association (AIMA) conducts MAT every year in February, May, September and December. Over 600 B-Schools across the country accept
MAT score for admissions to their management programs. Registrations for the MAT 2023 December session are open, and candidates can opt for single or dual mode at their convenience.
MAT Notification 2023
Candidates can submit their applications for MAT 2023 through the official website. In addition to the traditional paper-based test (PBT), candidates now have the flexibility to opt for the computer-based mode (CBT) or the remote-proctored internet-based test (IBT). Ever since 2020, MAT has been conducted in IBT mode as well. Here are some key highlights to note about the IBT format:
IBT MAT 2023: Guidelines and Benefits
- Aspirants can appear for either One Remote-Proctored Internet Based Test or Double Remote Proctored Internet Based Test.
- While opting for 1 IBT MAT 2023 exam date, you can select 5 management institutes where your score can be sent for admissions.
- However, when opting for 2 IBT MAT 2023 exam dates, you get the additional benefit of selecting 2 Management Institutions extra for sending MAT scores along with 5 selected institutes.
MAT 2023: Important Facts
A quick overview of important facts about MAT:
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MAT Exam Conducting Body
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All India Management Association (AIMA)
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Total MAT Exams in a Year
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Held in February, May, September, December
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Number of MBA colleges accepting MAT Score
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600+
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Mode of MAT Entrance Exam
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IBT, CBT, and PBT
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MAT Exam Application Fees
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For Double IBT or Double PBT or PBT+IBT or PBT+CBT or CBT+IBT: Rs. 3300/-
For one IBT or PBT or CBT : Rs. 2100/-
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Number of Questions in MAT Exam
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200
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Sectional Division of MAT Exam
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5 Sections with 40 Questions in Each Section
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MAT Exam Application Process
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Online
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Official Website
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https://mat.aima.in/
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MAT Notification 2023: Important Dates
The following table shows the list of MAT last dates for registration, session day, and admit card
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MAT 2023 Exam Dates
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Dates for PBT
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Dates for CBT 1
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Dates for CBT 2
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Last Date of Registration
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5 December, 2023
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28 November, 2023
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11 December, 2023
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MAT 2023 Admit Card Download Start Date
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7 December, 2023 (5:00 PM onwards)
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30 November, 2023 (5:00 PM onwards)
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13 December, 2023 (5:00 PM onwards)
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MAT Exam Date
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9 December, 2023
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3 December, 2023
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16 December, 2023
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IBT MAT - Important Dates 2023
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IBT Test Dates 2023
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Last Date for Registration
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Issue of Admit Card
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6 December, 2023
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3 December, 2023
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4 December, 2023
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9 December, 2023
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6 December ,2023
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7 December, 2023
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17 December ,2023
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7 December ,2023
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15 December ,2023
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IBT MAT 2023: Key Features
As seen in the above table, IBT mode of examination has a separate schedule for MAT December session. Here are the key features of the IBT MAT 2023 that you must keep in your mind:
- Test-takers can safely appear for MAT 2023 from the comfort of their homes other than going to centers to prevent COVID spread.
- Test-takers have to meet certain requirements like a computer with webcam, stable internet connection and other specification can appear in the IBT MAT 2023 exam. Get more information in Key Requirements mentioned below.
- AIMA has effectively maintained the security and sanctity of the test through remote proctoring by employing powerfully built AI based tools that serve as human proctors.
- To make candidates familiar with the new exam pattern, AIMA has arranged Mock IBT MAT 2023 test sessions at nominal rates.
- MAT Mock tests will help them get familiar with new exam environment and understand the same to effectively prepare for the exam.
IBT MAT 2023: Key Requirements
- Test-takers must fulfil these requirements to be eligible to appear for the IBT MAT 2023.
- The room you sit in for the exam must be well-lit with proper lighting on your face and silence should be maintained.
- Also, you must ensure that no other person neither enters your room or interferes during the exam.
- No electronic devices like your mobile or any other gadgets should be in use at the time of the exam.
- Having a computer or laptop with a webcam is necessary.
- You must have a stable internet connection speed with a minimum speed of 512 kbps is required.
- Supported browsers for the exam are Google Chrome Version-63 and above and Firefox-Version 52 and above.
- Windows operating system required must be Windows 7 OS and above.
- Minimum supported version of Dot NET framework should be 4.5.1. NET Framework.
- Required free space on device must be 65 MB permanent free space on default hard drive.
The difficulty level of MAT is comparatively less than CAT, XAT, IIFT, and other such exams. The number of exam applicants increases every year. Further, there is no age limit to appear for the exam.
Some of the top B-schools such as the Department of Management Studies, IIT Madras, Great Lakes Institutes of Management Chennai, and Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship, Mumbai accept MAT scores, etc. The validity of the MAT score is one year. Since MAT is conducted after an interval of three months in a year, it provides a good chance for the aspirants to bag admission into the
top MBA colleges.
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