MAT 2025
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 2025 session are open, and candidates can opt for single or dual mode at their convenience.
MAT Notification 2025
Applicants can now submit their MAT 2025 applications via the official website. In addition to the conventional paper-based test (PBT), candidates have the flexibility to choose between computer-based (CBT) or remote-proctored internet-based (CBT) modes. Since 2020, MAT has been conducted in the CBT format as well. Here are some important highlights to note about the CBT format:
MAT 2025: Important Facts
A quick overview of important facts about MAT:
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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CBT, CBT, and PBT
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MAT Exam Application Fees
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For Double CBT or Double PBT or PBT+CBT or PBT+CBT or CBT+CBT: Rs. 3300/-
For one CBT or PBT or CBT : Rs. 2100/-
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Number of Questions in MAT Exam
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150
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Sectional Division of MAT Exam
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5 Sections with 30 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 2025: Important Dates
The following table shows the list of MAT's last dates for registration, session day, and admit card
Exam Type
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Event
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Date
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Paper Based Test (PBT)
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Last Date for Online Registration
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2 March, 2025
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Paper Based Test (PBT)
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Availability of Admit Card
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5 March 2025
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Paper Based Test (PBT)
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Test Date
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9 March 2025
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Computer Based Test (CBT)
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Last Date for Online Registration
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9 March 2025
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Computer Based Test (CBT)
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Availability of Admit Card
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17 March 2025
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Computer Based Test (CBT)
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Test Date
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23 March 2025
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CBT MAT 2025: Key Features
As seen in the above table, the CBT MAT mode of examination has a separate schedule for the MAT December session. Here are the key features of the CBT MAT 2025 that you must keep in mind:
Candidates can appear for the MAT 2025 exam with ease, choosing between various modes of examination offered by AIMA.
To participate in the MAT exam, candidates need to meet specific requirements based on their chosen mode, such as having a computer for online tests or adhering to guidelines for test centers. Detailed information about these requirements is available on the official AIMA website.
AIMA ensures the security and fairness of the examination process by employing advanced technologies and rigorous protocols.
To assist candidates in their preparation, AIMA offers mock tests at nominal rates, enabling them to familiarize themselves with the exam pattern and enhance their performance.
CBT MAT 2025: Key Requirements
- Test-takers must fulfil these requirements to be eligible to appear for the CBT MAT 2025.
- 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 nor 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 the 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 three months in a year, it provides a good chance for the aspirants to bag admission into the
top MBA colleges.