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Last Updated on September 23, 2026 by MBAUniverse.com News Desk

ATMA Exam 2027 will be conducted by Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) on February 21, 2027. ATMA Registration for February 2027 Exam will open soon. Once open, candidates can fill ATMA Registration Form 2027 on ATMA official website atmaaims.com. ATMA exam scores are accepted by IBA Bangalore, SIES Mumbai, IPE Hyderabad and 200+ MBA Colleges in India. Check list of top MBA colleges accepting ATMA 2027 scores. Also read complete details about Eligibility, Syllabus, Preparation, Question Papers, Top Colleges.  

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What is ATMA Exam 2027?

Full form of ATMA is AIMS Test for Management Admissions, which is conducted by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS). ATMA 2027 Exam is scheduled 4 times in a year in the months of February, May, June and August. ATMA exam will be conducted four times in 2027. The exam dates are February 21, 2027; May 2, 2027; June 27, 2027; and August 8, 2027. Candidates can appear for multiple attempts in the same year to improve their score, and the best score can be used for MBA admissions to AIMS member B-schools. ATMA is a computer-based test, held at different exam centres all over the country. More than 200 B-Schools offer MBA admission on the basis of ATMA exam score. Check list below. ATMA exam duration is 3 hours. ATMA exam difficulty level is easy to moderate. ATMA February exam date is February 21, 2027. ATMA May exam date is May 2, 2027. ATMA June exam date is June 27, 2027. ATMA August exam date is August 8, 2027. Check complete details in the article below.

ATMA Exam Calendar 2027 

Test No

Exam Name 

Date 

1

ATMA February 2027 Exam 

February 21, 2027

2

ATMA May 2027 Exam 

May 2, 2027

3

ATMA June 2027 Exam 

June 27, 2027

4

ATMA August 2027 Exam 

August 8, 2027

Benefits of appearing in ATMA Exam

  • ATMA Accepted by 200+ MBA Colleges: You become eligible to apply to MBA, PGDM and MMS Programs in 200+ MBA colleges in India including SIES Mumbai, IPE Hyderabad, IBA Bangalore.
  • National MBA Entrance Exam: ATMA score are accepted by 200+ MBA colleges located across India in Delhi/NCR, Jaipur, Bangalore, Bhubaneswar, Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai, Pune and other prominent cities.
  • Easy- Moderate Difficulty Exam: ATMA exam difficulty level is easy to moderate. To appear in ATMA Exam, you do not require any specific prior knowledge of business or other subject areas. The test consists of questions on Verbal, Quantitative and Analytical Reasoning areas.

ATMA 2027 Exam Highlights

ATMA is conducted by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS). ATMA exam website is www.atmaaims.com. The table below summarizes key ATMA 2027 Exam highlights.

ATMA Exam Highlights 2027

Particulars

ATMA 2027 Details

ATMA Exam Conducting Body

Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS)

ATMA Full Form

AIMS Test for Management Admissions

ATMA Official Website

atmaaims.com

ATMA 2027 Exam Date 

Sunday, February 21, 2027

ATMA 2027 Exam Timing

2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Reporting Time at Centre

1:00 PM (60 minutes before exam)

Number of ATMA Exams in 2027

February 21, May 2, July 27, August 8

Mode of ATMA Exam

Computer Based Test (CBT) at exam centres

Total Questions

180 MCQs

Number of Sections

6 sections (30 questions, 30 minutes each)

Total Exam Duration

3 hours (180 minutes)

Marking Scheme

+1 correct, −0.25 wrong, 0 unattempted

ATMA Registration Start Date 2027

To be confirmed

ATMA Fee Payment Last Date 2027

To be confirmed

ATMA Registration Last Date 2027

To be confirmed

Last Date for Reprint of Application Form 2027

To be confirmed

ATMA Admit Card Release Date 2027

To be confirmed

ATMA Result Date 2027


To be confirmed

ATMA Registration Fee 2027

Rs. 2,000 (inclusive of 18% GST). Fee Concession for Women and North East States Candidates. 

Fee Concession – Women

25% (Rs. 1,500 payable)

Fee Concession – North East States

50% (Rs. 1,000 payable)

Number of ATMA Test Cities 2027

~30 cities across India (tentative)

ATMA Eligibility 2027

Graduation with 50% marks; final-year students and CAs eligible

Top MBA Colleges Accepting ATMA Scores 2027

200+ B-schools across India

Recognition

AICTE, Ministry of Education, Government of India

Official Helpline Email

[email protected]

Source: Official ATMA Bulletin 2026, Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS).

ATMA February 2027 Exam Dates

The table below has important dates for ATMA Exam 2027.

ATMA Exam Dates and Schedule 2027

Activity

Dates

ATMA Registration Start Date 2027

To be confirmed

ATMA Fees Payment Last Date 2027

To be confirmed

ATMA Registration Last Date 2027

To be confirmed

ATMA Admit Card Download Start Date 2027

To be confirmed

ATMA Exam Date 2027

February 21, 2027

ATMA Result Release Date 2027

To be confirmed

Top MBA Colleges Accepting ATMA Scores 2027

ATMA Result release date for the February 21 Exam is early March, 2027. ATMA exam scores are accepted by 200+ good MBA/PGDM colleges in India. A list of top colleges accepting ATMA exam scores is given below. 

Top MBA Colleges Accepting ATMA Scores 2027

MBA Colleges

Fees

Avg Salary

Application Status | Official Link to Apply

Jaipuria Noida

Rs. 15.75 Lakhs

Rs. 11.12 LPA

Open Soon

IBA Bangalore

Rs. 10.83 Lakhs

Rs. 8.09 LPA

Open Soon

SIES-SBS Mumbai

Rs. 10.00 Lakhs

Rs. 9.26 LPA

Open Soon

PIBM Pune

Rs. 13.65 Lakhs

Rs. 9.50 LPA

Open Soon

IPE Hyderabad

Rs. 9.20 Lakhs

Rs. 7.02 LPA

Open Soon

FIIB New Delhi

Rs. 12.85 Lakhs

Rs. 8.50 LPA

Open Soon

Rajagiri Business School Kochi

Rs. 8.70 Lakhs

Rs. 7.50 LPA

Open Soon

Jaipuria School of Business Ghaziabad

Rs. 9.20 Lakhs

Rs. 8.61 LPA

Open Soon

Kohinoor Mumbai

Rs. 8.30 Lakhs

Rs. 6.50 LPA

Open Soon

Check complete list of MBA colleges accepting ATMA Scores

ATMA Eligibility Criteria 2027

ATMA 2027 Eligibility  Criteria prescribes that a graduate from any UGC recognized/statutory University with a minimum of 50% marks can apply and appear in ATMA Exam. Those who are in their final year of graduation and Chartered Accountants (CA) are also eligible to apply and appear in the ATMA exam. Read complete details about ATMA exam eligibility criteria. 

ATMA Exam Fees 2027

The registration process for ATMA exam starts with the payment of exam fees – Rs 2000. The exam fee can be paid using Debit or Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI only. Facility for payment of fee in Cash / DD / Cheque is not available. AIMS offers following concessions for exam fees:

  • 25% Concession in Fees is applicable for Women candidates
  • 50% Concession is applicable for candidates belonging to North Eastern States of India - Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura.

Once the fee is paid, the candidate will receive a system generated Personal Identification Number (PID) on his/her Mobile by SMS as well as Email. The same PID shall be candidate’s Login ID for registration process and for downloading Admit Card and Result.

ATMA Registration 2027

ATMA registration 2027 for February 2027 exam will open soon. ATMA 2027 registration last date was be announced soon. ATMA 2027 fees payment last date will also be announced soon. ATMA 2027 Registration Form can be filled only on official website atmaaims.com. ATMA registration fees 2027 is Rs 2,000 (expected). Check how to fill ATMA registration form. ATMA exam registration process can be divided into following simple steps:

  • STEP 1 - PAYMENT OF FEES: Candidate must use his/her personal mobile number and Email ID ONLY. The registration process for ATMA Exam starts with the Payment of Fees. The Registration Fee for ATMA exam is of Rs 2000.
  • STEP 2 - PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION NO. (PID): Once the fee is paid, the candidate will receive a system generated Personal Identification Number (PID) on his/her Mobile by SMS as well as Email.
  • STEP 3 - FILLING REGISTRATION FORM: Once the payment of Fee is successful and the PID is received, the candidate can proceed to fill the registration form. Every candidate shall be given a login password once the registration process is complete.
  • STEP 4 - PRINTING ADMIT CARD: Once the registration is complete, candidate can proceed for Printing of Admit Card after the given date.

ATMA Exam Pattern 2027

ATMA 2027 exam pattern contains 180 Questions from three broad areas: Analytical Reasoning, Quantitative, and Verbal skills. Each area is sub-divided into two section each. Check details below. ATMA marking scheme 2027 is as follows: +1 mark for each correct answer, -0.25 mark for each wrong answer, and 0 marks for unanswered questions.

ATMA 2027 Exam Pattern

Section

Section Name

Number of Questions

Time allotted in minutes

1

Analytical Reasoning Skills - 1

30

30

2

Analytical Reasoning Skills - 2

30

30

3

Verbal Skills - 1

30

30

4

Verbal Skills - 2

30

30

5

Quantitative Skills - 1

30

30

6

Quantitative Skills - 2

30

30

 

Total

180

180

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ATMA Exam Syllabus 2027

ATMA 2027 Syllabus can be divided into three sections covering analytical skills, verbal skills and quantitative skills. Check ATMA syllabus for each section below.

Section 1: Analytical Reasoning Skills
Coding-Decoding, Linear Arrangement, Statement-Conclusion, Syllogism, Statement-Inference, Blood Relations/Family Tree, Circular Arrangement, Strong/Weak Arguments, Analogy.

Section 2: Verbal Skills
Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Synonyms and Antonyms, Jumbled Sentences, Vocabulary/Word Meaning, Sentence Completion

Section 3: Quantitative Skills
Profit, Loss and Discount, Number System, Speed- Time and Distance, Algebra, Modern Maths, Quadratic Equation, Geometry, LCM and HCF, Average, Permutation and Combination, Ratio and Proportion, Mensuration, Logarithm, Binomial Theorem, Percentage

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ATMA Preparation 2027

ATMA 2027 preparation requires understanding exam pattern and syllabus, creating a study plan, developing conceptual clarity of key topics and taking mock test. Check details below.

  • Understand the exam pattern and syllabus: ATMA question paper contains 180 questions spread over six sections. The exam duration is 3 hours, and the questions cover Analytical Reasoning, Quantitative, and Verbal skills.
  • Understand the exam syllabus: The exam covers questions from Analytical Reasoning, Quantitative, and Verbal skills. Understand the syllabus given above.
  • Create a study plan: Allocate specific time for each section and focus on strengthening your weaker areas.
  • Focus on conceptual clarity: Build a strong foundation in basic mathematical and language skills.
  • Practice mock tests and previous year papers: Regular practice will help improve accuracy and time management. Check details below.
  • Stay consistent and motivated: Keep track of your progress and adjust your study plan as needed.

ATMA Mock Test 2027

According to ATMA Toppers, practicing mock tests and sample tests is very important. ATMA previous year’s papers are also helpful. Regular practice will help improve accuracy and time management. Click on links below to take these tests free online. You can also download ATMA 2027 Mock Test PDF document for offline preparation. 

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ATMA Admit Card 2027

ATMA admit card 2027 will be released a few days before the exam date – February 21, 2027. Candidates who register successfully for the ATMA exam can download the admit card online from the official ATMA exam website https://atmaaims.com/. Candidate can download ATMA hall ticket 2027 by entering their PID number and password.

ATMA Exam Centres 2027

The ATMA test centres 2027 include major cities in India to ensure easy access for candidates. ATMA exam centers are located in key states including Delhi NCT, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal. Major cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, and Lucknow are included, along with smaller cities such as Raipur, Jodhpur, and Gwalior. List of ATMA exam centers and cities are given below. 

ATMA 2027 Exam Centres

State/UTTest Cities
Andhra PradeshVijayawada, Visakhapatnam (Vizag)
AssamGuwahati
BiharPatna
ChhattisgarhBilaspur, Raipur
Delhi (NCT)Delhi
GoaPanaji
GujaratAhmedabad (Gandhinagar)
JharkhandRanchi
KarnatakaBengaluru
Madhya PradeshIndore
MaharashtraAhmednagar, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Mumbai/Thane/Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nashik, Pune, Solapur
OdishaBhubaneswar, Sambalpur
RajasthanJaipur
Tamil NaduChennai, Coimbatore
TelanganaHyderabad/Secunderabad
Uttar PradeshLucknow, Prayagraj (Allahabad)
West BengalKolkata

Candidates can choose two test centre cities in order of preference. If seats in the first preference are unavailable, the second preference will be automatically allotted on the admit card. Please note that above ATMA Exam Centres may be cancelled, combined or changed depending on the number of candidates in specific centre(s) or new centre(s) added to the above list.

ATMA Exam Day Guidelines 2027: What to Carry, Reporting Time, Dos and Don'ts

The ATMA February Exam will be held on Sunday, February 21, 2027, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM in computer-based mode. As per the official ATMA Bulletin 2027, candidates must arrive at the test centre at least 60 minutes before the exam, i.e., by 1:00 PM sharp. Late arrivals risk being denied entry. Below is the complete exam-day rulebook based on the official AIMS document.

Reporting Time and Exam Schedule on February 21, 2027

Activity

Time

Reach the test centre

By 12:30 PM (buffer time)

Reporting time at centre

1:00 PM

Document verification and biometric capture

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Pre-exam briefing and login

1:45 PM – 2:00 PM

Exam starts

2:00 PM

Exam ends

5:00 PM

Documents to Carry (Mandatory)

The official ATMA Bulletin is unambiguous: candidates without the prescribed documents will not be allowed to appear for the test.

  1. Printed ATMA Admit Card
  2. Printed ATMA Application Form with passport-size photograph affixed
  3. Valid government photo ID — any one of: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving Licence or Voter ID
  4. Two recent passport-size colour photographs (identical to the one uploaded during registration)

Dos on ATMA Exam Day

  • Reach the test centre by 12:30 PM to account for traffic, parking and entry-gate queues.
  • Carry all documents in a transparent folder for quick verification.
  • Wear comfortable, layered clothing — exam-hall AC temperatures vary.
  • Use the restroom before the exam begins.
  • Read on-screen instructions carefully before clicking "Start Exam".
  • Manage time at 55 seconds per question on average; review flagged questions in the last 3-4 minutes of each section.

Don'ts on ATMA Exam Day

  • Do not arrive after 1:00 PM — entry is restricted once verification closes.
  • Do not carry electronic devices — mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth earphones, fitness bands, or calculators are strictly prohibited in the exam hall.
  • Do not carry books, notes, study material, bags, wallets or food (a transparent water bottle is permitted at most centres).
  • Do not talk to or look at other candidates' screens — this is grounds for immediate disqualification.
  • Do not attempt to change your allotted computer; raise your hand and ask the invigilator if there is a technical issue.

For more information, read detailed guide: ATMA 2026 Exam Day Guidelines.

ATMA Result 2027

ATMA 2027 Result for the February exam will be declared by AIMS in early March 2027 on the official website atmaaims.com. The ATMA 2027 scorecard displays a candidate's overall scaled score, section-wise scores (Analytical Reasoning, Verbal Skills, Quantitative Skills), and the all-India percentile. Candidates can access their result using the Personal Identification Number (PID) received during registration and the login password sent by SMS and email. (PID) received during registration and the login password sent by SMS and email. 

How to Download ATMA Result and Scorecard (Step-by-step):

  1. Visit the official ATMA website atmaaims.com.
  2. Click on the "Candidate Login" option on the homepage.
  3. Select the ATMA exam date for which you appeared.
  4. Enter your PID (Personal Identification Number) and password.
  5. Click "Login" to access your candidate dashboard.
  6. Click on the "ATMA 2027 Scorecard" or "Result" link.
  7. Verify your name, photograph, and exam details on the scorecard.
  8. Download the PDF and take at least 2-3 printouts — you will need them for MBA college applications, interviews, and final admission. 

ATMA does not dispatch physical scorecards; the downloaded PDF is the official document for MBA admissions. ATMA scores are valid for the MBA admission 2027 cycle at 200+ MBA, PGDM and MMS colleges including IBA Bangalore, IPE Hyderabad, and SIES Mumbai. Use MBAUniverse.com ATMA Percentile Predictor to estimate your percentile and the ATMA Cutoff 2027 page to identify the best-fit colleges for your score band. Read complete details about ATMA 2027 result.

ATMA vs CAT, CMAT, MAT: Pattern, Dates, Fees, Differences

ATMA is one of national MBA entrance exams in India, alongside CAT, CMAT and MAT. While CAT is the gateway to the IIMs and top B-schools, ATMA, CMAT and MAT serve aspirants targeting AICTE-approved MBA/PGDM colleges. The table below compares all four exams on key exam parameters.

MBA Entrance Exams 2027 Comparison Table

Parameter

ATMA 2027

CAT 2026

CMAT 2027

MAT 2026

Conducting Body

AIMS

Top 6 IIMs

NTA

AIMA

Next Exam Date

February 21, 2027 

Nov 29, 2026

Jan, 2027 

To be announced 

Attempts per Year

4 (Feb, May, June, Aug)

1 (annual)

1 (annual)

4 (Feb, May, Sep, Dec)

Exam Mode

Computer-Based Test

Computer-Based Test

Computer-Based Test

CBT & PBT

Duration

3 hours

2 hours

3 hours

2.5 hours

Total Questions

180 (MCQ)

66 (MCQ + TITA)

100 (MCQ)

200 (MCQ)

Sections

6 (Analytical x2, Verbal x2, Quant x2)

3 (VARC, DILR, QA)

5 (Quant, Logic, Language, GK, Innovation/Entrepreneurship — optional)

5 (Language Comprehension, Mathematical Skills, Data Analysis, Intelligence & Critical Reasoning, Indian & Global Environment)

Marking

+1 / −0.25

+3 / −1 (MCQ), no negative on TITA

+4 / −1

+1 / −0.25

Registration Fee

Rs. 2,000

Rs. 2,600 (Gen) / Rs. 1,300 (SC/ST/PwD)

Rs. 2,500 (Gen Male) / Rs. 1,250 (Female & Reserved)

Rs. 2,100 (one exam)

Official Website

atmaaims.com

iimcat.ac.in

cmat.nta.nic.in

mat.aima.in

Colleges Accepting Score

200+ AIMS member B-schools

21 IIMs + 1,200+ B-schools

1,000+ AICTE-approved institutions

600+ MBA colleges

Difficulty Level

Easy to Moderate

Difficult

Moderate

Easy to Moderate


Most successful MBA aspirants take 2-3 entrance exams in a single admission cycle to maximise college options. Explore detailed preparation guides: CAT 2026 Preparation | CMAT 2027 Preparation | MAT 2026 Preparation | ATMA 2027 Preparation

ATMA Contact Details

In case the candidate has a query, they should email ATMA Exam Helpline at the ATMA Secretariat on this contact details: 

  • Email ID: [email protected]. Candidates should state their PID and Test Date in the emails.
  • ATMA AIMS Office Address: 6-3-348, Midtown Building, Opp Vengalrao Park, Dwarakapuri Colony, Panjagutta, Banjarahills, Hyderabad, Telangana, India - 500034

Summary

ATMA Exam 2027 will be conducted by Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) on February 21, 2027. ATMA 2027 Registratio for February 2027 Exam will open soon. Once open, candidates can fill ATMA Registration Form 2027 on ATMA official website atmaaims.com. ATMA exam scores are accepted by IBA Bangalore, SIES Mumbai, IPE Hyderabad and 200+ MBA Colleges in India. Check list of top MBA colleges accepting ATMA 2027 scores. Also read complete details about Eligibility, Syllabus, Preparation, Question Papers, Top Colleges.  

ATMA Exam 2027: FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

ATMA exam will be conducted four times in 2027. The exam dates are February 21, 2027; May 2, 2027; June 27, 2027; and August 8, 2027. Candidates can appear for multiple attempts in the same year to improve their score, and the best score can be used for MBA admissions to AIMS member B-schools.
ATMA 2027 scores are accepted by 200+ MBA, PGDM and MMS colleges in India, including IBA Bangalore, SIES Mumbai, and IPE Hyderabad. ATMA is recognised by AICTE and the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
The ATMA 2027 exam pattern consists of 180 MCQ questions across 6 sections — two each on Analytical Reasoning Skills, Verbal Skills, and Quantitative Skills — with 30 questions and 30 minutes per section. Total duration is 3 hours. The marking scheme awards +1 mark for each correct answer and deducts 0.25 mark for each wrong answer; unanswered questions carry zero marks.
The eligibility criteria for ATMA 2027 requires a Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks from a UGC-recognised university. Final-year graduation students and Chartered Accountants (CA) are also eligible to apply. There is no upper age limit prescribed by AIMS for ATMA 2027.
The ATMA 2027 registration last date for the February exam will be announced soon. The ATMA exam fee is Rs. 2,000, payable by debit/credit card, net banking or UPI. Women candidates get a 25% concession (Rs. 1,500) and candidates from North Eastern states get a 50% concession (Rs. 1,000).
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