MAT Eligibility Criteria 2023: Qualifying Marks, Age Limit, Number of Attempts, and Reservation Criteria
Content Writer | Updated On - Feb 6, 2023
MAT Eligibility Criteria 2023 has been specified in detail by AIMA, the exam conducting body. As per MAT Eligibility Criteria 2023, candidates must have completed their graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. Also, candidates in their final year of graduation are eligible to apply for MAT 2023 exam.
Direct Link to Fill MAT 2023 Application Form
- There is no specific age limit to register for MAT 2023. AIMA has released MAT 2023 Application forms for the Feb session. Click Here to Apply for MAT 2023
- MAT exam is conducted by AIMA for admission to MBA/PGDM courses offered by renowned B-schools across the country. Candidates are given the option to choose 5 colleges while filling MAT 2023 application form.
- All the participating colleges and institutes have their own set of eligibility criteria for admission, so the candidates are advised to be careful while choosing colleges during MAT registration process. Check MAT Score Accepting Institutes
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MAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates are required to read the details about MAT eligibility criteria 2023 before filling the application form. Given below are the eligibility criteria that the candidate should adhere to to qualify for MAT 2023.
| Criteria | Details |
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| Academic Qualification | |
| Candidates must have completed graduation in any discipline from a recognized university | |
| Candidates who hold a professional degree such as CA, CS, or ICWA are eligible to apply for MAT entrance exam | |
| Candidates who are in their final year of graduation are eligible to apply for MAT 2023 exam | |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit specified by AIMA to appear for MAT 2023 |
| Minimum Marks | No minimum percentage specified for taking the exam. However, every institute has its own minimum percentage requirement for admission. |
| In the case of grades or CGPA, the percentage of marks calculation will be based on a procedure certified by the respective Institute in accordance with the participating management institute’s eligibility criteria. | |
| Number of Attempts | No bar on the number of attempts for MAT exam, thus the candidate can take the examination as many times as they want till they succeed. |
| Work Experience | No minimum work experience required for taking MAT 2023 |
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MAT 2023 Reservation Criteria
| Category | Minimum Percentage |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste | 15% |
| Scheduled Tribe | 7.5% |
| OBC | 27% |
| PH Candidates | 3% |
The candidate should note that the All India Management Association has fixed the channel of reservation which is the same as that of last year’s examination. Aspirants have to secure the minimum cut off score on the basis of which they will be shortlisted and eventually will proceed further to the next rounds of interview.
MAT Eligibility Criteria for Admission to MBA Colleges
AIMA does not specify the eligibility criteria for admission to various MBA colleges. All participating colleges have their own eligibility criteria for admission. Candidates are required to go through these before applying for admission based on MAT 2023:
- At least 50% to 60% marks would be required in graduation
- Professional degree holders may be given some relaxations
- Women candidates may be given weightage.
- Candidates with work experience may be given more weightage
- Academic performance in classes X and XII may be given more weightage.
MAT Eligibility Criteria for Top Institutes
Northern India
| College/Institute | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Jaipuria Institute of Management |
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| CHRIST University |
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| Fortune Institute of International Business |
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| Asia Pacific Institute of Management |
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Southern India
| College/Institute | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| AIMS School of Business |
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| Alliance School of Business |
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| GIBS Business School, Bangalore |
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| MP Birla Institute of Management |
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Eastern India
| College/Institute | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Birla School of Management, Bhubaneswar | Graduate with a valid MAT score |
| IMS Business School, Kolkata |
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| DMI, Patna |
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| Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan , Kolkata |
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Western India
| College/Institute | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| CHRIST University, Mumbai |
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| Faculty of Management Studies, Rajasthan | Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA (45% FOR SC/ST) |
| Raipur Institute of Technology, Chattisgarh |
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| ITM University, Chattisgarh |
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MAT Eligibility for IBT Mode 2023
The candidate has to meet the minimum eligibility criteria to appear for MAT Internet-Based Test.
- Computer Requirements: A computer system with a webcam to capture images.
- Local server or Cache proxy in order to store test delivery information and temporarily storing candidate results.
- Operating System: Windows 8.1 and Windows 10
- Browsers: Prefer using Microsoft Internet Explorer
- Internet connection: Broadband internet connection of speed 4Mbps and Upload speed of 1Mbps. A separate device for LAN and internet is advised rather than an integrated device.
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MAT Eligibility Criteria 2023 FAQs
Ques. What are the reservation criteria for SC category candidates for MAT 2023?
Ans. The minimum reservation criteria for SC category candidates is set as 15%.
Ques. I have 2 years of work experience; will that be beneficial for me while appearing for MAT 2023?
Ans. No, work experience holds minimum weightage when it comes to eligibility criteria, thus whether the candidate is fresher or working professional, they will be given equal treatment.
Ques. Am I eligible to apply for MAT 2023 if I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Distance Learning?
Ans. Yes, you are allowed to apply. Provided, the university must be government approved and you should fall under the eligibility norms of MAT 2023.
Ques. Can I appear for both Paper-based and Internet-Based MAT examinations?
Ans. Yes, the candidate can appear for any form of examination or rather all considering that he falls under the minimum eligibility criteria.
Ques. What is the minimum age limit for MAT 2023?
Ans. AIMA has not defined any specific age limit for the candidate who will appear for MAT 2023.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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