SMAT 2023 Registration has already commenced for the February Phase of the examination. The last date to fill out SMAT 2023 Application Form is February 9, 2023. IISM has declared that the last date for caselet/essay submission is February 13, 2023.
SMAT 2023: Application Form (OUT), Exam Date, Pattern, Syllabus, and Sample Papers
Content Writer | Updated On - Mar 20, 2023
Is SMAT 2023 Application Form Out?
SMAT 2023 (Sports Management Admission Test) is going to be conducted on April 23, 2023 by IISM. The paper is conducted to grant opportunities to students seeking admission in undergraduate, postgraduate, and postgraduate diploma courses offered by the institute. Eligible candidates can apply for SMAT 2023 by visiting the official website of IISM – iismworld.com/smat/ – or from the direct link provided below.
As per SMAT 2023 Syllabus, the question paper will consist of 5 sections namely, Quantitative Analysis, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Verbal Ability (Verbal Reasoning and Reading Comprehension), and Sports Awareness. The exam will be of 80 minutes and candidates have to solve 80 questions within this time period. Candidates need to maintain their speed throughout the exam. Check SMAT 2023 Exam Pattern
What is SMAT?
SMAT 2023 or Sports Management Admission Test is an online entrance test to apply for admission at IISM. The paper is designed in a specific way that tests the most important and basic quality of the candidates - Sports Management. SMAT focuses on candidates’ liking and awareness of the sports industry and their sagacity towards the business angle of sports.
SMAT Admission Calendar
SMAT 2023 Exam Dates
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Register for SMAT 2023 | April 15, 2023 |
| Last Date of Caselet/ Essay Submission | April 19, 2023 |
| Exam Date | April 23, 2023 |
| Stage 1 Result | April 25, 2023 |
| PI Round | April 27, 2023 |
| Stage 2 Result | April 29, 2023 |
| Last Date of Payment | May 5, 2023 |
| Last Date of Document Submission | May 15, 2023 |
SMAT 2023 Exam Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | Sports Management Admission Test 2023 |
| Abbreviation | SMAT |
| Conducting Body | International Institute of Sports Management (IISM) |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Exam Duration | BSM: 80 minutes MSM: 120 minutes/2 hours |
| Medium of Exam | English |
| Total Marks | SMAT – 80 marks Panel Interview – 120 marks |
| Official website | https://www.iismworld.com/smat/ |
SMAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria
IISM offers Full-Time Business Management Program in four courses. Admission to these programs can be taken through SMAT and MAH CET (reserved for candidates belonging to Maharashtra).
Eligibility Criteria for admission through SMAT:
- The minimum required percentage at the HSC and graduation level (Bachelor’s degree) is 50% for applicants belonging to the Open category.
- The minimum required percentage at the HSC and graduation level (Bachelor’s degree) is 45% for applicants belonging to the Reserved category.
Eligibility Criteria for admission through MAH CET:
Post Graduate applicants can also apply via their MAH CET scores.
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- Bachelors in Sports Management (BSM) degree from Mumbai University - 3-year program
- Master's in Sports Management (MSM) degree from Mumbai University - 2-year program
- Post Graduate Program in Sports & Wellness Management (PGPS & WM) - 11-month autonomous program
- Post Graduate Program in Sports Event Management - 11-month program
- Open category
- Reserved Category (Maharashtra Domicile applicants only)
- For Open category, the minimum required MAH CET percentile is 50.
- For Reserved Category, the minimum required MAH CET percentile is 45.
SMAT 2023 Admission Process
SMAT 2023 Admission Process
Admission Process at IISM through SMAT
A very stringent admission process is followed at IISM which helps in the further scrutinization of candidates. The entire process has been designed in a manner that can accommodate students who can be transformed to become thoughtful leaders, ready to take up challenges in the sports marketplace in India and abroad.
A holistic admission process is followed in order to admit students in Sports Management Programs. The process is divided into 3 stages:
- Stage 1: SMAT (Sports Management Admission Test);
Caselets and Overall Performance
Note: A Caselet is a set of information given in paragraph form, out of which a candidate is required to organize the data, make tables and graphs.
- Stage 2: Panel Interview
- Stage 3: Letter of Selection
SMAT 2023 Application Form Filling Process:
While a candidate is filling in SMAT 2023 Application form, s/he needs to make sure of following the below-mentioned instructions:-
- Please read the instructions before applying to the program.
- All fields marked with * need to be compulsorily filled.
- An Online Application Number will be displayed, once you successfully submit the online form by making an online payment.
- Please keep scanned copies handy of your Coloured Photograph, Signature, for uploading.
A candidate needs to attach supporting documents of achievements while applying for SMAT online Students can re-apply for SMAT in case they are unable to clear stage 1.
IISM Selection Criteria
IISM Selection Criteria
- SMAT - Sports Management Admission Test Entrance exam will be for 80 Marks and will comprise the following:
- Quantitative Analysis
- Data Interpretation
- Logical Reasoning
- Verbal Reasoning
- Verbal Ability
- Sports Awareness
- MAH-MBA / MMS CET – Master of Sports Management and PGP in Sports and Wellness Management aspirants can apply with their MAH-CET scores and will get a waiver from appearing for SMAT 2023 Exam.
- Case lets & Overall Performance will cover Academic scores, Sports Achievements & Extra-curricular Activities for 100 marks
The Case lets are designed to extract and evaluate the best of knowledge of the aspirant. It consists of cases—that will give a fair idea of how aspirants think, their outlook towards circumstances, knowledge of current affairs, and proficiency in making plans of Action.
Through Case lets, the conducting body intends to estimate how would aspirants react to or take an action on situations that they’d face in the rapidly evolving Sports Management sector. The test is specially designed for students from any educational and geographical background, who have a keen interest in sports and have a desire to make a career in sports management. This exam is conducted online & candidates will have to come to the allotted test center to appear for the test.
Qualifying marks for all stages:
A candidate needs to score a minimum of 50% in Stage 1 to qualify for Stage 2.
Stage 2 - Panel Interview will be for 120 Marks. The candidate needs to score a minimum of 60% cumulative of Stage 1 & 2 to secure admission at IISM
SMAT 2023 Exam Pattern
SMAT 2023 Exam Pattern
SMAT paper consists of 5 sections consisting of 80 questions in total. A candidate is allotted 80 minutes wherein s/he will have to attempt the entire paper of 80 marks.
| Section 1 | Quantitative Analysis | 12 |
| Section 2 | Data Interpretation | 12 |
| Section 3 | Logical Reasoning | 12 |
| Section 4 | Verbal Ability, Verbal Reasoning & Reading Comprehension | 20 |
| Section 5 | Sports Awareness | 24 |
| Total | 80 |
SMAT 2023 Preparation Tips
SMAT 2023 Syllabus
SMAT 2023 Syllabus comprises three sections – Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, and Verbal & Reading Comprehension. SMAT question paper will have 60 objective-type questions each carrying two marks. It is important that candidates should go through SMAT syllabus before preparing a preparation plan.
SMAT 2023 Section- Wise Syllabus
Quantitative Aptitude: The topics from this section are tabulated below.
| Numbers | Averages and Percentages |
| Roots, Indices, Surds | Simple & Compound Interest |
| Profit & Loss | Algebraic Formulae |
| Linear & Quadratic Equations | Ratio & Proportion |
| Partnership | Mixtures & Alligations |
| Time, Speed & Distance | Work-Related Problems |
| Pipes & Cisterns | Geometry: Lines, Angles & Triangles, Polygons |
| Circles & Mensuration | Permutations & Combinations |
| Probability | Determinants |
| Vectors | Integration and Differentiation |
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning: Important topics of Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, SMAT 2023 exam will have questions on these topics.
| Coding & Decoding | Symbol Based Logic |
| Family Tree & Directions | Arrangements: Linear, Circular, Matrix Arrangements |
| Groups & Conditionality | Logical Series |
| Selection Criteria | Sequential O/P Tracing |
| Analogies, Odd one out | Logical Puzzles |
| Calendar | Syllogism |
Verbal & Reading Comprehension: Check the table below for important topics of Verbal & Reading Comprehension.
| Etymology & Roots | Idioms & Phrases |
| Analogies | Antonyms-Synonyms |
| Foreign Words Noun & Pronoun Errors | Subject-Verb Agreement |
| Prepositions and Conjunctions | Tenses, Modifiers & Parallelism |
| Reading Comprehension | Inference-based passages Syllogisms |
| Logical Consistency | Deductive Reasoning |
SMAT 2023 Preparation Tips
IISM tries to test a candidate’s aptitude in Mathematics, English, and Logical Reasoning, with a special emphasis on his/her interest in the sports ecosystem. The test, which is conducted online, helps the students shape the best possible career in sports. However, in order to crack the test, it is important for the candidate to prepare well. Preparation Tips for each section are given below.
Quantitative Analysis:
- It is important for a candidate to be clear and affluent with tricks in order to solve numerical problems easily and fast.
- Know the mathematical formulas well to avoid spending a longer time on word problems.
Verbal Analysis:
- The sectional questions will judge a reader’s reading abilities. So it is important to be aware and pay attention while going through the section.
- The sectional would test a candidate's understanding of the language and communicative skills.
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation:
- The section will test a student’s ability to extract logical data from a pool of information.
- It is essential for a candidate to know how to apply and understand the data.
- It is necessary for students to use logic rationally and then make decisions.
Sports Awareness:
SMAT paper gives a weightage of 30% to sports-related questions (covering all aspects of sports). Thus, it becomes mandatory for students to be acquainted with all aspects of sports including:
- Governing Bodies in the industry
- Sports Authorities
- Sports Infrastructure
- Sports leagues/Tournaments
- Sports Activities –Now and in the Past
- Financial Aspects of Sports nationally as well as globally
- Administrative Perspective in the sports industry
SMAT 2023 Sample Papers
SMAT Sample Papers 2023
In order to help students better prepare for SMAT 2023, we provide you with a list of official sample papers of SMAT made available by IISM.
| BSM | Sample Paper 1 | Answer Key |
| Sample Paper 2 | Answer Key | |
| Sample Paper 3 | Answer Key | |
| Sample Paper 4 | Answer Key | |
| MSM | Sample Paper 1 |
SMAT 2023 Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. When SMAT 2023 will be conducted?
Ans. SMAT 2023 will be conducted on April 23, 2023, in online mode. It will be an 80-minute and 120-minute test for BSM and MSM respectively. SMAT 2023 will be conducted in the English language.
Ques. When SMAT 2023 Application process will start?
Ans. SMAT 2023 Application Form is available on the official website. Candidates can fill out the application form till April 15, 2023, without any late fee. SMAT 2023 will be conducted on April 23, 2023.
Ques. What is SMAT 2023 Exam for?
Ans. SMAT 2023 exam is popularly known as the Sport Management Admission Test. Candidates can take admission in Bachelor of Sport Management (BSM), Master of Sport Management (MSM), and Diploma & Wellness Management courses. IISM conducts the exams session-wise.
Ques. How many times SMAT 2023 exam been conducted in a year?
Ans. SMAT 2023 exam is conducted for admissions in Bachelors of sports management and masters of sports management and diploma courses in sports management.
Ques. Is Smat exam tough?
Ans. SMAT 2023 exam is not very tough to crack. With a well-prepared timetable and proper understanding of SMAT 2023 Syllabus, candidates can crack the exam with a good score.
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