MAT 2022 exam is to be held in four sessions in the months of February, May, September, and December. Based on MAT exam schedule for 2021, the official notification for MAT 2022 is expected to release for the February session in the fourth week of December 2021.
What is MAT? MAT or Management Aptitude Test is a national level entrance test conducted by AIMA for admission into MBA/PGDM programs offered by over 600 B-Schools across India. The qualifying cut off to become eligible for the admission process is released by the participating colleges.
MAT IBT exam is conducted on 6-7 days for each session. MAT PBT, on the other hand, is conducted only on a single date. However, as per the trends for CBT, MAT 2022 is expected to be held on 2 dates for each session.
Event | Dates | Remarks |
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Application process begins | Fourth week of December 2021 | MAT Application Form |
Last Date of Online Registration | Second week of February 2022 | Depending on the respective exam dates of MAT IBT, CBT, and PBT |
Availability of Admit Card | Second week of February 2022 | MAT Admit Card |
Exam Date | Third week of February 2022 | MAT Exam Dates are different for all modes |
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Held in 2 shifts (morning and evening) |
Declaration of Result | March 2022 | MAT Result |
AIMA requires the following minimum Eligibility Criteria for students who wish to appear for MAT 2022.
Read Detailed MAT Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be well aware of MAT 2022 Exam pattern to make a good preparation strategy for the exam. MAT 2022 is expected to remain the same, with no major changes in the test pattern. The exam is designed to test the aptitude of candidates for admission to Post Graduate Programs in Management.
Check MAT Exam Pattern in detail
MAT Syllabus consists of five sections- Language Comprehension, Intelligence & Critical Reasoning, Mathematical Skills, Data Analysis & Sufficiency, and Indian & Global Environment. The topics covered and weightage from each section is tabulated below:
Section | Topics Covered | Weightage in MAT Syllabus | Sectional Weightage( Percentile Calculation) |
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MAT Language Comprehension | Synonyms, antonyms, analogies, One-word substitution, Comprehension, Idioms, and Phrases, Fill in the blanks, Spotting errors, Arranging Jumbled words, Reading Comprehension | 20% | 25% |
MAT Intelligence& Critical Reasoning | Analogy, Blood Relation, Syllogism, Assumptions, Statement and Conclusions, Series, Cubes, Clocks, Seating Arrangement, Directions | 20% | 25% |
MAT Mathematical Skills | Percentage, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Number System, Percentage, Distance Speed and Time, Permutation and Combination, Mixtures and Allegation | 20% | 25% |
MAT Data Analysis and Sufficiency | Venn Diagram, Data Sufficiency, Bar Diagrams, Pie Charts, Data Analysis | 20% | 25% |
MAT Indian and Global Environment | Gk, Constitution of India, International Organisation, Monetary and Economic Policies, Current Affairs | 20% | - |
Candidates who choose to give MAT 2022 in Remote Proctored IBT (Internet Based Test) mode should ensure that they comply with the following system requirements to avoid any last-minute hassle.
Must Read: MAT IBT Mode Guidelines, Network & System Requirements, and Troubleshooting Guide
Candidates should ensure that before they register themselves for MAT 2022, they fulfill MAT Eligibility Criteria as in the event of any discrepancy in information, candidates will be held responsible. Important points to keep in mind regarding MAT Registration 2022:
Documents | File Size | Specifications |
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Photograph | Between 50 and 100 KB | Scanned copy of the color photograph (not more than six months old) in JPEG/JPG format only |
Signature | Between 10 and 40 KB | Scanned copy of signature in black or blue-ink pen only and in JPEG/JPG format only |
MAT 2022 Registration process involves a few simple steps. Knowing the process is essential to ensure zero-error registration and smooth completion of the application process.
Firstly, all candidates need to create their login credentials on the official website of AIMA- mat.aima.in
MAT 2022 Application fee needs to be paid in online mode through Credit Card/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or Paytm Wallet. Since candidates can appear in more than 2 modes of MAT exam in a session, hence the application fee varies accordingly. The details of MAT Application fee for 1 or more modes are given below:
Mode | Fees |
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CBT/PBT/IBT Mode | INR 1650 |
Double Remote Proctored IBT or PBT/IBT or CBT/IBT | INR 2750 |
Candidates should keep the following documents ready in the format specified if any at the time of filling the application form for MAT 2022:
Document | Description/Specification |
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Email Id and Mobile number | Candidates should ensure that the Email Id and mobile number are active at all times as the intimation will be done on the registered email id and mobile number |
Scanned Photograph | 10- 50 Kb |
Scanned Signature | 5-20 Kb |
Credit Card/Debit Card/ Net Banking Details | For Payment of MAT Application fees |
Academic Qualification Documents( Marksheet of class 10, class 12, and Graduation Marksheet) | - |
MAT Exam Preparation requires a carefully designed strategy and approach. Candidates must opt for a section-wise strategy focused on practicing more and more questions of varying difficulty levels.
Section | Preparation Tips |
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Language Comprehension |
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Intelligence & Critical Reasoning |
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Mathematical Skills |
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Data Analysis and Sufficiency |
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Indian and Global Environment |
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Section | Books |
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Language Comprehension |
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Intelligence & Critical Reasoning |
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Mathematical Skills |
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Data Analysis & Sufficiency |
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Indian and Global Environment |
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Online Resources are the best source for preparation for competitive exams as students can learn from these resources at their own pace and access different tips from different tutors. Some of the best online resources for MAT 2022 preparation are:
MAT 2022 Admit Card for IBT, PBT, and CBT Mode is released by AIMA on the official website. Candidates can download the admit card on the official website by following the steps mentioned below:
Candidates should ensure that all the information that appears on the admit card is correct. If any incorrect information appears on the admit card then the candidate should bring it to the notice of the examination authority. Admit Card will contain details like the Candidate’s Name, Roll No, Test Date, Test Time, and Venue, and Form number.
MAT 2022 exam centers will be spread across 50+ cities in India. Candidates appearing for MAT PBT and CBT modes need to report at the test center allotted to them.
MAT 2022 Result for PBT, CBT, IBT mode is announced on the official website of AIMA. Candidates can check their results by following the steps mentioned below:
MAT scoring pattern is slightly different from other competitive exams as it seeks to assess a candidate’s ability to pursue a postgraduate program in management. For correct interpretation of MAT 2022 Scores, candidates should consider the following points.
Section | MAT Score Scale | Allotted Marks |
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Language Comprehension | 0-100 | 40 |
Mathematical Skills | 0-100 | 40 |
Data Analysis & Sufficiency | 0-100 | 40 |
Intelligence& Critical Reasoning | 0-100 | 40 |
Indian & Global Environment | 0-100 | 40 |
Total( Composite score) | 199-801 | 200 |
MAT Cut off will be announced by the participating institutes once MAT 2022 Result is announced. However, candidates can check the cut-off of the top participating institutes to get an idea of the expected cut-off and the past year’s trends.
College | MAT Cut-Off Range |
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Christ University, Bangalore | 80-85 |
VIT Business School, Vellore | 80-85 |
New Delhi Institute of Management | 80-85 |
Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida | 80-85 |
BIMTECH Greater Noida | 80-85 |
XIME, Bangalore | 80-85 |
GITAM Vishakapatnam | 75-80 |
AIMS School of Business (AIMS), Bangalore | 75-80 |
GITAM Business School, Hyderabad | 65-70 |
GITAM School of Business, Bangalore | 65-70 |
Vivekanand Education VESIM Mumbai | 65-70 |
MAT Counselling Process is conducted by the participating institutes as AIMA does not conduct any counseling process. The Counselling Process will commence after the declaration of the result and will be followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
Candidates should carry the following documents for the Counselling Process:
Candidates often find it difficult to make decisions regarding the colleges that they should send their scores. MAT scoring process is slightly different and candidates might find it difficult to calculate their scores to determine the colleges they will be accepted in.
MAT College Predictor will assist you in determining the Management Institutes that you will be accepted into based on your scorecard. Candidates can send their scores to the institutes accordingly.
Ques: When will MAT 2022 be held?
Ans. MAT 2022 will be held four times a year in February, May, September, and December. The exam will be held on different dates for different modes. MAT 2022 February session is expected to be held on February 18 in PBT mode and February 24 in CBT mode. The dates for IBT mode will be announced by AIMA.
Ques: Can I give MAT 2022 in IBT and PBT mode?
Ans. Yes, Candidates can opt to give MAT 2022 in IBT mode as well as CBT/PBT mode. However, if the candidates opt for a Double Proctored Internet-Based Test, they will have to pay INR 1000 in addition to the fees of INR 1650.
Ques: Are there any benefits of giving Double Remote Proctored IBT for MAT 2022?
Ans. Yes, candidates who opt for Double Remote Proctored IBT can send their scores to 2 additional Management Institutes in addition to the 5 Management Institutes that candidates are allowed to send their scores to.
Ques: How long will MAT 2022 scores be accepted by Management Institutes?
Ans. MAT scores will be valid for one year so candidates can send their scores to Management Institutes during that period of time.
Ques: What is the age limit for MAT 2022?
Ans. There is no age limit for appearing in MAT 2022. There is also no restriction on the number of attempts that candidates can appear in the exam.
Ques: Where should I register for MAT 2022?
Ans.: Candidates who wish to appear for MAT 2022 can register themselves on the official website of AIMA. After registering themselves on the official website, candidates can start filling the application form.
Ques: Will the G.K section be considered for MAT 2022 Scores?
Ans. No, for calculation of the composite score for MAT 2022, Indian and Global Environment Score will not be considered, for the other four sections equal weightage will be assigned to each of them.
Ques: When will the counseling process for MAT 2022 be held?
Ans.: AIMA does not conduct a counseling process so the counseling process for MAT 2022 will be conducted by the participating institutes after the result is declared.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.