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MAT December 2023 exam is scheduled in three types of testing modes from December 3 to 17. The Registration dates are closing soon. If you plan to take admission in MBA 2024 programme in one of the 600 colleges accepting MAT, you should apply without waiting for the last date.

Types of December MAT 2023 Exam

December 2023 MAT exam is scheduled in three testing modes – Paper based test (PBT), Computer based test (CBT) and Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT) which you can take from your home. You can apply and appear in one MAT exam or Two MAT exams for same type or different types. Important dates and details about each of the 3 types of MAT exam are given below:

Type-1: Paper Based (PBT) Dec MAT 2023 Exam-Important Dates, Fees, Key highlights

  • Conducted from 10 AM to 12.30 PM in paper pen mode at test centres
  • Answers to be marked on paper sheet
  • Moderate Difficulty level Exam
  • Total questions are 200

PBT Important Dates & Fees

Last Date to Apply
Admit Card Release Date
Exam Date
MAT PBT Exam Fees
December 5, 2023
December 7, 2023 (5 PM onwards)
December 9, 2023 (5 PM Onwards)
Rs.2100

Type-2: Computer Based (CBT) Dec MAT 2023 Exam-Important Dates, Fees, Key highlights

  • Two Computer Based MAT exams on different dates
  • Conducted in different slots at test centres
  • Exam duration is 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Moderate Difficulty level Exam
  • Can apply for one or both computer based exams with extra fees
  • Total questions are 200

CBT Important Dates & Fees

Last Date to Apply
Admit Card Release Date
Exam Date
MAT CBT Exam Fees
CBT-1: Nov 28, 2023 (Closed)
November 30, 2023
December 3, 2023
Rs.2100 (For 1 CBT Exam)
CBT-2: Dec 11, 2023
December 13, 2023
December 16, 2023
Rs.2100 (For 1 CBT Exam)
Can Apply for both CBT Exams
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Exam Fees for 2 Exams: Rs.3300

Type-3: Remote Proctored Internet Based Test

  • Exam in a longer Testing Window of one to three weeks
  • Exam can be taken from home
  • Test duration is 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Can appear in one IBT or two IBT exams with extra fee
  • IBT is conducted in  morning and evening slots
  • Exam pattern is same like PBT and CBT exams

IBT Important Dates & Fees

Last Date to Apply
Admit Card Release date
Exam Date
 IBT MAT Exam Fees
03 December 2023
04 December 2023
06 December 2023
 Rs.2100
06 December 2023
07 December 2023
09 December 2023
 Rs.2100
14 December 2023
15 December 2023
17 December 2023
 Rs.2100
Two IBT Exam Fees
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 Rs.3300

Dec MAT 2023 Accepting Top Colleges in Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai

December 2023 MAT exam score will be valid for MBA/PGDM Admission 2024 in 600 MBA colleges in India including MBA colleges in Maharashtra. Following are some of the city-wise top MBA colleges accepting MAT Dec 2023 score:

City
Dec 2023 MAT Accepting Top Colleges
Delhi/Delhi NCR
BIMTECH Greater Noida, JIMS Rohini, Jaipuria Noida, NDIM Delhi, IMS Ghaziabad and many others
Bangalore
IBA, Alliance University, RV University, Amrita School of Business, NSB Academy, IFIM College and many others
Chennai/Kochi
VIT Vellore, Amrita Coimbatore, XIME Chennai, Rajalakshmi School of Business Chennai, Rajagiri School of Business Kochi, SCMS Cochin and many others
Hyderabad
IPE University, VJIM, Woxsen, ICFAI, Gitam University and many others
Mumbai
IESMCRC, DSIMS, MET, Vivekanand Business School, ITM Navi Mumbai and many others
Pune
BIIB Pune, ISB&M Pune, Dy Patil, IIMS Pune, Pune Business School and many others

Conducted by All India Management Association (AIMA), Management Aptitude Test (MAT) 2023 is an important MBA entrance exam and is conducted four times in a year in February, May, September and December. MAT is a moderate difficulty exam.  This comprehensive article prepared by MBAUniverse.com Exam Experts will give you complete information about MAT December 2023 Exam. So, read this article carefully before applying for the exam.   

AIMA December MAT EXAM Registration Open Register Now

Table of Contents

1. What is MAT? 
2. MAT Dec 2023: Key Highlights
3. MAT Dec 2023 Exam Dates & Testing Modes 
4. Top MBA Colleges Accepting MAT for Admission 2024
5. MAT 2023 Dec Exam Pattern 
6. MAT 2023 Syllabus: Check & Download Latest MAT Syllabus
7. How to Prepare for MAT 2023? 
8. Best MAT Preparation Books
9. MAT Mocks: Take Full Length & Sectional Mocks for MAT
10. MAT Sample Papers: Download & Solve
11. MAT 2023 Dec Exam: Test Taking Options & Registration Fees
12. How to Choose the Best MAT 2023 Testing Mode? 
13. MAT Dec 2023 Eligibility Criteria
14. MAT Dec 2023 Registration Process for IBT, PBT & CBT Exams   
15. MBA Admission Process through MAT Exam
16. MAT 2023 Dec: Difficult or Easy Exam
17. What is MAT IBT 2023 Dec Exam? Key Features
18. Unique MAT Scoring Pattern
19. MAT Exam Admit Card: When to Download?
20. MAT Exam Centers: Separate for CBT and PBT Exams
21. MAT 2023 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is MAT?

Management Aptitude Test, known as MAT Exam is one of the most popular National level MBA entrance exams in India after CAT. More than 600 MBA/PGDM Colleges are accepting MAT exam 2023 Scores for MBA/PGDM Admission 2024. MAT is an easier exam and is of 2 hours duration. MAT exam is conducted in three testing modes and the candidates can apply for one or two MAT exams to improve their score.  

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IMT Hyderabad PGDM Admission 2024 | Apply Now KIIT University MBA Admission Open | Apply Now
TAPMI Manipal MBA Admissions 2024 | Apply Now Welingkar Mumba and Bangalore Admissions 2024
IBA Bangalore PGDM Admissions 2024 Open JAGSoM Bangalore PGDM Admissions 2024 Open
MDI Murshidabad PGDM Admissions 2024 Amrita Business Schoo MBA Admissions 2024 

2. MAT December 2023: Key Highlights

One of the most important but an easier MBA entrance exam – MAT 2023 has following key highlights:

Questions related to Exam
Answer related to Exam
Exam Conducting Body
All India Management Association (AIMA)
Total Exams in a Year
Held in February, May, September, December
Number of MBA colleges under the Exam
400 to 600+
Testing Modes
3: IBT, PBT, CBT
Number of exams you can apply for
2
Application Fee
Rs.2100/- for 1 exam;
Rs. 3300/- for 2 exams
MAT Full Form
Management Aptitude Test
Score Validity for MBA Admission
One academic session
Total Questions in Test Paper
200
Sectional Division of Exam 2023
5 Sections with 40 Questions in Each Section
Difficulty Level
Easy to Moderate
Required Percentile for MBA admission in Top Colleges
90+
Importance of Taking the Dec 2023 MAT Exam
Offers MBA admission opportunity in 2024 and 
Offers opportunity to improve rank & score
Application process
Online

3. December MAT Exam Dates 2023 & Testing Modes

MAT December 2023 Exam will be conducted in three testing modes CBT, IBT and PBT.  Below are the MAT Exam Dates for Dec 2023 exam

3.1 CBT & PBT MAT 2023: Key Dates

MAT Exam Dates
Last Date for Registration
MAT Admit Card Release Date
CBT-1: Dec 3, 2023
November 28, 2023
November 30, 2023 (5 PM Onwards)
CBT-2: Dec 16, 2023
December 11, 2023
December 13, 2023 (5 PM Onwards)
PBT: December 9, 2023
December 5, 2023
December 7, 2023 (5 PM Onwards)

3.2 MAT IBT Schedule for December 2023

MAT IBT Schedule with all important dates for Dec MAT 2023 exam has been announced. MAT IBT Mode (Internet Based Mode) exam dates 2023 are:

IBT MAT Dec 2023 Test Date
IBT MAT Dec 2023 Registration Last Date
IBT Dec MAT 2023 Admit card download start date
06 December 2023
03 December 2023
04 December 2023
09 December 2023
06 December 2023
07 December 2023
17 December 2023
14 December 2023
15 December 2023

4. Top MBA Colleges Accepting MAT for Admission 2024

December 2023 MAT exam score will be valid for MBA/PGDM Admission 2024 in more than 600 MBA colleges in India including MBA colleges in Maharashtra. Almost all good B-schools in Delhi like NDIM, Jaipuria; in Bangalore like IBA and AIMS; in Pune like Lexicon Mile, IIMS; in Mumbai like IES, VESIM are accepting the Exam scores.

MBA Colleges
Fees  (Rs.in Lakhs)
Placement (Rs.in Lakhs)
BIMTECH Greater Noida
14.00
10.00
Amrita School of Business Coimbatore
12.86
6.72
IPE Hyderabad
8.00
6.12
IES’s Management College And Research Centre, Mumbai
9.12
7.50
Jaipuria Institute of Management Noida
12.50
11.49
Chandragupt Institute of Management - CIMP Patna
7.65
7.00
Delhi School of Business (DSB) Delhi
9.25
8.25
MATS MIME Bangalore (Jain University)
9.25
10.50
Institute of Management Studies (IMS) Ghaziabad
7.95
8.25
St. Joseph’s Institute of Management (SJIM) Bangalore
8.80
9.00
SCMS Cochin School of Business
7.95
7.00

mat colleges

5. MAT 2023 December Exam Pattern 

Below are shared the key details about MAT Question Paper, MAT duration, Sectional composition & Scoring pattern

  • The test paper has a time duration of 2½ hours.
  • There are 200 objective type questions in MCQs form in MAT question paper
  • Question difficulty level is easy to moderate
  • The test paper is divided in 5 sections with 40 questions in each section
  • Each correct answer is awarded +1 Mark
  • Each wrong answer is penalized with negative marking of -0.25 mark

5.1 December MAT 2023 Exam: Sectional Composition

The sectional composition of MAT December 2023 Exam Pattern with number of questions in each section and suggested time to attempt the complete section

Section Name
Number of Questions
Check & Download Pdf
Language Comprehension
40
Intelligence and Critical Reasoning
40
Reasoning Pattern in MAT
Data Analysis and Data Sufficiency
40
Mathematical Skills
40
Mathematical Skills Pattern in MAT
Indian and Global Environment
40
Total
200
 

Merit Score in the exam is calculated on the basis of 4 sections only and the score of Indian & Global Environment is separately shown but is not taken into account to calculate the merit or percentile in the score card 

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mat exam pattern

6. MAT 2023 Syllabus: Check & Download Latest MAT Syllabus

MAT Syllabus with the changes in its core exam sections goes on revamped. Latest MAT Exam Syllabus contains all the topics on which questions are asked in other national level MBA entrance exams. Past question papers and the exam pattern reveal that syllabus does have tough questions in the exam, although syllabus topics are same. MAT syllabus is based on sectional MAT test pattern and types of questions that appear in the exam.

 

mat syllabus pdf

7. How to Prepare for MAT 2023?

With additional type of IBT exam added in MAT exam, apart from PBT and CBT exams, the preparation for MAT has somewhat changed. However, the MAT exam preparation is not difficult, given the fact that MAT is considered a moderate difficulty exam. Reading good MAT preparation books, practicing with exercises, previous year papers with solutions are a good tool for MAT preparation. If you are preparing for CAT or XAT, you will find the MAT exam much easier.

 

One of the important points which differentiate MAT preparation from other exams, is the separate section with 40 questions on ‘Data Analysis and Data Sufficiency (DADS)’ which is slightly different from Data Interpretation in other exams. The DADS Preparation and the strategy to prepare for this important section is to be properly planned and followed to score high. The preparation strategy needs more focus on four core sections keeping the ‘Indian & Global Environment’ section at last place.  

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IMT Nagpur PGDM Admission 2024 | Apply Now FORE School of Management Admission 2024 Open
XAT 2024 Exam Registration Open- Register Now SOIL Gurgaon PGPM & PGDM Admission 2024 Open
K J Somaiya MBA Admission 2024 Open | Apply Now GIM Goa PGDM Admission 2024 Open- Apply Now
LBSIM PGDM Admission 2024 Open | Apply Now SIOM Nashik Admission 2024 Open | Apply Now
IMT Hyderabad PGDM Admission 2024 | Apply Now KIIT University MBA Admission Open | Apply Now
TAPMI Manipal MBA Admissions 2024 | Apply Now Welingkar Mumba and Bangalore Admissions 2024
IBA Bangalore PGDM Admissions 2024 Open JAGSoM Bangalore PGDM Admissions 2024 Open

The exam preparation requires your focus on preparing for the most important four sections with 160 questions. The sections are Language Comprehension; Data Analysis & Data Sufficiency; Intelligence & Critical Reasoning; and Mathematical skills.

 

mat preparation

8. Best MAT Preparation Books

Consistent MAT exam Preparation with best books can get you admission to MBA 2024 in good MBA colleges. Below are some of the Best MAT preparation Books

MAT Preparation Books by Arun Sharma

  • How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT - by Arun Sharma (Published by McGraw Hill)
  • ‘How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT’ - by Arun Sharma (Published by McGraw Hill)
  • ‘How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for the CAT’ - by Arun Sharma (Published by McGraw Hill)
  • How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT’- by Arun Sharma & Meenakshi Upadhyay  

MAT Preparation Books by Nishit K Sinha

  • ‘Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT’ - by Nishit K Sinha (Published by Pearson)
  • ‘Logical Reasoning and data Interpretation for the CAT’- by Nishit K Sinha (Published by Pearson)
  • ‘Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT’-by Nishit K Sinha

Other MAT Exam Study Material for MAT Preparation

  • Latest RC Passages and practice questions provided by Study centres like TIME, CL among others 
  • Editorial and short articles published in English news papers 
  • ‘Word Power Made Easy’ – by Norman Lewis
  • ‘High School English Grammar & Composition’ – by Wren & Martin
  • Regularly solve the Verbal Ability questions from your XAT study material especially on Para summary, Jumbled Paragraphs

preparation book

9. MAT Mocks: Take Full Length & Sectional Mocks for MAT

During next few days, it is very important that you become conversant with the MAT question paper to know the actual MAT exam composition. The 200 questions in MAT are divided in 5 sections with 40 questions in each section. MBAUniverse.com experts and previous MAT toppers have prepared full length and sectional MAT Mocks to boost your preparation level. By attempting full length and sectional MAT Mocks will help you gauge your preparation level and expected score in the exam based on your performance.

 

mat mock test

10. MAT Sample Papers: Download & Solve

MBA entrance exams go on changing and despite having same number of sections and questions, MAT is no exception. The best way to get hands-on feel and practice on question topics covered in MAT exam, is to go through and attempt the MAT sample papers. To help you prepare with ease, we have many MAT sample papers available on MBAUniverse.com. The difficulty level in the MAT Sample Test paper rises after you go on attempting them one by one. 

 

mat sample paper

11. MAT 2023 December Exam: Test Taking Options & Registration Fees

December MAT 2023 registration fee is increased. You can take one or more than one type of MAT December 2023 Exams in different modes. Following combinations with different fees are offered by AIMA to appear in different testing modes:

 
One MAT Exam 2023
  • Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT)
  • Paper Based Test (PBT)
  • Computer Based Test (CBT)
 
Rs. 2100/-
 
Combination of Two MAT Exam 2023
  • Double Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT)
  • PBT+IBT
  • CBT+IBT
  • PBT+CBT
 
Rs. 3300/- 

12. How to Choose the Best MAT 2023 Testing Mode?

Making a choice among IBT, Paper Based and Computer Based tests depends upon various factors. Below are shared the key parameters that will help you to decide the best MAT exam option which is most suitable to you:

Testing Mode
CBT
IBT
PBT
Suitability
Online Exam at Test Centre
Online Exam from home
Conventional Pen paper based test at exam centre
Commuting
Need to go to Test Centre
Proctored Internet Based Test, No need to go to test centre, Can be taken from home
Need to go to test centre, with pen, pencil, admit card
Ease of Taking Test
Good for candidates who are comfortable with computer based tests like CAT/XAT
Good for remote area candidates who prefer not to go to test centre
Good for rural area or such candidates who feel comfortable with paper based test
Online/Offline Test Taking Skills
Should be aware about navigation tools, scrolling of questions, choosing the answers and marking them
Is best for the candidates who can concentrate and are aware of proctored online test, navigation tools, scrolling of questions, marking answers on computer screen, using online calculator
Recommended for the candidates who have expertise in paper-pen based tests
Test Taking Arrangement
Admit Card, Pen, ID Proof to be taken to test centre
Need to create testing room environment at home with a computer/laptop of recommended speed and operational camera. During the test can not go or move anywhere
Admit card, pen, pencil, eraser, ID Proof to be taken to test centre

13.  MAT Dec 2023 Eligibility Criteria

  • A graduate or the candidate in final year of graduation can register and apply for MAT exam
  • All the candidates who wish to appear in MAT 2023 exam, now have the option to choose any one or more of the three modes of test i.e., IBT, PBT and CBT.
  • Candidates who wish to appear in IBT exam can register and apply at AIMA MAT website by paying requisite application fee of Rs.2100/- online for one IBT and Rs.3300/- for two IBT  exams

14. MAT Dec 2023 Registration Process for IBT, PBT & CBT Exams  

Fresh registrations for IBT, PBT and for CBT Mode MAT Dec 2023 exam open on AIMA MAT website. The dates for MAT Registrations will remain open till few days before each exam date. Read below all the important details about IBT Exam, CBT and PBT MAT exams

 

mat registration

To avoid any untoward incident due to Covid-19 pandemic, AIMA has introduced Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (MAT IBT) 2023 exam, apart from the regular Computer Based and Paper based  exams. Candidates can appear in the IBT mode exam from the convenience of their home instead of going to an exam centre while CBT and PBT remain centre based exams.

  • Registration process for IBT exam, CBT exam and PBT MAT Dec exam has opened simultaneously Check MAT Exam Dates 
  • You can register and apply for one or two MAT exams
  • The registration process is online only. 

13.1 MAT 2023 Registration & Application Process

Registration process is online only and can be completed in following 7 simple steps:

mat registration

STEP 1: Test Mode Details: You shall be given an option of selecting at least one and maximum of two test modes in Step 1 of the application form

 

STEP 2: Upload Photo and Signature:

Upload Photograph

  • Photograph must be a recent passport size color photo.
  • Make sure that the colored photo is taken against a light colored, preferably white background, and has no harsh shadows
  • If you wear glasses, make sure that there are no reflections and your eyes are clearly seen.
  • Ensure that both ears are visible in the photo
  • Caps, hats and dark glasses are not acceptable in the photograph
  • Religious headwear is allowed but it must not cover your face
  • The photo image file should only be in .jpg or .jpeg format.
  • Size of file should not be less than 10KB and more than 50KB.

STEP 3: Choose Management Institutes (MI): Candidates opting for Double test modes will have the benefit of selecting additional 2 MIs for sending their scores in addition to existing option of selecting 5 MIs i.e., they can select 7 MIs in total. After the selection of free MI selections, candidate needs to pay INR 118 (inclusive of taxes) on selecting each extra MI.

 

STEP 4: Make Payment: After selecting MI choices, you shall be directed to the payment page.  Payment of registration fee can be made through Debit / Credit Card / Net Banking / Wallet

 

STEP 5: Fill Personal Particulars, Qualification & Experiences: Fill the details on the online registration form. Since your eligibility will be screened based on the information furnished by you, you are required to exercise sufficient care to correctly furnish the personal details, your Qualification details

 

STEP 6: View/Download Registration form: Candidate can preview the form before submitting the application form and can take print out of the same for their record.

 

Additional Options: A successful registered candidate can perform below actions:

 

Update details if required: Candidate can edit details except Name, DOB, Email and mobile number after downloading and reviewing the registration form.

 

Upgrade Exam: Candidate can upgrade their already opted exam mode to available options among Double IBT/PBT+IBT/CBT+IBT with an additional fee of INR 1200/-

 

Additional MI Choices: Candidate can select as many as MIs with an additional fee of INR 118/- (Including 18%GST) per MI choice   Read More on Step by Step MAT 2023 Registration 

AIMA December MAT EXAM Registration Open Register Now

15. MBA Admission Process through MAT Exam

Apart from applying and appearing in MAT exam, you need to apply separately for MBA admission to respective MBA college. The MBA Admission process in detail is shared below

 

MAT 2020

16. MAT 2023 Dec: Difficult or Easy Exam

  • MAT is an easier exam as compared to other MBA entrance exams like CAT, XAT, CMAT and others.
  • The test paper has a time duration of 2½ hours.
  • It has 200 objective type questions in MCQs form and the Question difficulty level is easy to moderate.
  • The test paper is divided in 5 sections with 40 questions in each section.
  • The sections are Language Comprehension, Mathematical skills, Data Analysis and Sufficiency, Intelligence and Critical Reasoning, Indian and Global Environment.
  • The 5th section- Indian and Global Environment with 40 questions is not counted for determining your merit score and percentile calculation.

17. What is MAT IBT Mode 2023 Dec Exam? Key Features

AIMA has introduced "Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT)" with a separate schedule to safeguard test takers against Covid pandemic health hazards. Key features of the exam are:

  1. For taking the test in IBT mode, instead of going to a test centre candidates could do so from the safe confines and convenience of their homes subject to certain conditions.
  2. Only the candidates with a computer together with webcam and internet facilities meeting certain specifications can appear in IBT exam.
  3. The sanctity and security of the test is effectively maintained through remote proctoring in dual mode i.e., by employing robust Artificial Intelligence (AI) based tools as also human proctors.
  4. In order to help candidates to familiarize themselves with this new mode of testing, AIMA has also scheduled mock IBT sessions at a nominal extra fee
  5. These IBT mock tests replicate the testing environment and help candidates build familiarity with the same. This ensures that the candidates are adequately prepared for the main test.

17.1 IBT December MAT 2023: Key Requirements to Take the Exam

Candidates need to fulfil following key requirements to appear in IBT Dec MAT 2023 exam.

  • You must ensure to sit in a well-lit room with proper light on your face and in a quiet place
  • Ensure that no other person enters/interferes during the scheduled test
  • You must not use mobile phone or any gadgets
  • A Laptop or Desktop with Webcam is Mandatory to appear in test
  • A stable internet connection with minimum upload Speed => 512 kbps  is required
  • Required Supported Browsers are Chrome-version 63 and above; Firefox-version 52 and above
  • Required Operating System is Windows OS (Version 7 and above)
  • Dot NET framework minimum supported version is 4.5.1. NET framework.
  • Required Memory is 65MB permanent free space on the default hard drive

18. Unique MAT Scoring Pattern

MAT scoring pattern is unique. The score card displays scaled score out of 800 Marks and not out of 160 or 200 raw scores. While each correct answer is awarded +1 Mark, each wrong answer is penalized with negative marking of -0.25 mark. Merit Score is calculated on the basis of 4 sections only and the score of Indian & Global Environment is separately shown but is not taken into account to calculate the merit or percentile in the score card

How to Download MAT Score Card? Check below

You can download your MAT score card in following steps from the AIMA MAT website:

  • Step-1: Login to AIMA MAT Website: matbschool.aima.in/result/result-check
  • Step-2: Fill in your Name (As registered for MAT 2023)
  • Step-3: At the Test Administration, click in the space and choose the month of MAT exam
  • Step-4: Enter Captcha
  • Step-5: Click on Check 

Your MAT score card is displayed. At present you can download Sept MAT 2023 result and score card. December MAT 2023 result will be declared in the last week of Dec 2023. Please note AIMA will not send your score card on mail or any hard copy.

18.1 MAT Score validity

The Dec MAT exam score will be valid for admission in Academic Session 2024-25. There are 600+ B-schools who will accept MAT 2023 Dec scores. 

19. MAT Exam Admit Card: When to Download?

You can download Dec MAT 2023 exam admit card from AIMA MAT website till the exam day. MAT 2023 Dec Exam date is scheduled in IBT, PBT as well as CBT Mode. The Internet Based (IBT) Mode exam can be taken from the comfort of your home while PBT and CBT exams can be taken at designated test centres. While MAT Dec 2023 Internet Based Mode (IBT) Mode exam will be conducted in longer testing window, the PBT and CBT exams will be conducted in a single day on different dates. The last dates for MAT Registration are different for each IBT exam, while for CBT and for PBT exams the last date to apply closes a few days before the exam date.   

20. MAT Exam Centers: Separate for CBT and PBT Exams

AIMA has announced to conduct Dec MAT 2023 CBT and PBT exams in 93 cities. While the MAT centres for PBT exam are 39, the CBT MAT centres are 27 for CBT Exam.

 

mat exam cities

21. MAT 2023 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What are the dates for paper based and computer based exams?
A. Date for paper based MAT test is Dec 9. For Computer based Dec MAT, exam dates are Dec 3 and Dec 16, 2023

 

Q. What is MAT IBT?
A. MAT IBT is the new mode of exam which was introduced by AIMA from 2020. Full form of IBT is – Remote Proctored Internet Based Mode. This can be taken from your home as in IBT exam candidates can appear from the convenience of their home instead of going to an exam centre.

 

Q. Can I appear in more than one IBT exams?
A. Yes, you can appear in two IBT exams by paying an additional fee of Rs.1200/-

 

Q. What are the dates to apply for MAT 2023?
A. Application process for Dec MAT 2023 is open soon from October 12 to December 11, 2023.

 

Q. What are the dates for IBT MAT Dec 2023 exam?
A. IBT exam dates are Dec 6, Dec 9 and Dec 17, 2023 as released by AIMA.

 

Q. What are the test timings for IBT exam?
A. On each day of IBT exam, there are two slots for the test – morning and evening. You need to check carefully your exam slot.

 

Q. Is there any change in registration fee also?
A. Yes, Dec MAT exam Registration fee has been increased to Rs.2100 from earlier Rs.1950 for one MAT and to Rs.3300 from earlier Rs.3100 for two MAT exams

 

Q. Can I apply for CBT as well as IBT 2023 exams?
A. Yes, you can apply for both the exams before their respective last dates

 

Q. What is the Application Fee for the Exam?
A. MAT application fee for one exam is Rs. 2100/- and for two exams is Rs.3300/-

 

Q. Can I get MAT application form by Post?
A. No, you have to apply online only

 

Q. What is the benefit to apply for two IBT exams?
A. Applying for two IBT exams has multiple benefits - you can improve your scores in the same exam month and can get a better MBA college; If you apply for two exams, AIMA will send your scores to 7 MBA colleges free of cost. However, if you apply for one exam, AIMA will send your exam scores to 5 B-schools free of cost

 

Q. Which month MAT is best?
A. MAT score acceptability is through out the year. However, the February, December, May MAT exams are the best as the most good B-schools are open with their admission process and accept MAT exam scores. December MAT score is accepted for admission 2024 in many B-schools and for admission 2024 by almost all the B-schools accepting MAT score.

 

Q. Is MAT a difficult exam?
A. MAT is an easier exam as compared to other national level MBA entrance exams.

 

Q. How many times MAT is conducted in a year?
A. MAT is conducted 4 times in a year - February, May, September and December.

 

Q. How do I apply for MAT?
A. You need to apply for MAT online on official AIMA-MAT exam website

 

Q. What are the pass marks for MAT?
A. MAT does not disqualify any candidate. It is upto the score requirement of the Management Institute to which you apply. 
 

Q. What is a good MAT score?
A. A good composite MAT score is 650 to 800. At this score you may get 80 to 100 percentile and can get admission in top management institute. 
 

Q. Is MAT good for MBA?
A. Yes, being a national level MBA entrance exam, more than 400 MBA/PGDM colleges in India accept MAT score for admission.

 

Q. How is MAT percentile calculated?
A. AIMA first converts raw score into composite score and calculates the percentile. The GK section score is not taken into account for composite and percentile score calculation

 

Q. Which all colleges accept MAT score?
A. There are 600 score accepting colleges notified by AIMA. Apart from them, 300 MBA colleges in Maharashtra also accept MAT score for admission to All India category candidates.

  
Q. What is the highest MAT score?
A. Highest score is 800 which is the composite score in any MAT exam.

 

Q. Which is better MAT or CMAT?
A. Both are good MBA entrance exams conducted at National Level. There are some MBA colleges who do not accept MAT but accept CMAT and vice versa.

 

Q. Is MAT marking negative?
A. Yes, MAT scoring pattern is +1 mark for right answer and - 0.25 mark for wrong answer.
 

Q. What is a passing score for the MAT test?
A. MAT composite score is awarded in the range of 200 to 800. It is rare that a candidate gets a composite score below 200.
 

Q. Which book is best for MAT preparation?  
A. There are 5 sections in MAT and for each section it is better to get the best book for example Verbal Ability, RC, Quant, DI, LR the books by Arun Sharma are very good. 

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  • Notification date: 12-10-2023 09:00 AM (Confirm)
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MAT Registration 2023

MAT Registration 2023: Process Open; Check Fee & Step by Step Process for MAT Dec CBT, IBT, PBT Exams

 

Latest update: December MAT 2023 exam Registration is open from October 12, 2023. AIMA will conduct Dec MAT 2023 in three modes – 2 CBT exams, 3 IBT exams and 1 PBT exam. MAT Registration Last Date to Apply is different for each mode of the MAT exam. Key details about MAT registration Dec 2023 process are given below

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MAT Application Form 2023

Latest update: MAT Application Process Feb 2023 December 27, 2022 to February 27, 2023. AIMA will conduct February MAT 2023 in three modes - CBT, IBT and PBT. The MAT Application 2023 for CBT, IBT and PBT exams is open. MAT Application Last Date to Apply is different for each mode of the MAT exam. 

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MAT Exam Fee

MAT Exam Fee 2023: Fee & Last dates to pay for CBT, IBT, PBT MAT

Dec MAT 2023 exam fee is increased to Rs.2100/- for one MAT exam and Rs.3300/- for two MAT exams. The MAT exam fee needs to be paid as per your choice of appearing in one MAT exam or two MAT exams. MAT 2023 has multiple testing modes – CBT, IBT and PBT. Candidates can appear in one or two MAT exams in same mode or in different modes by paying requisite MAT exam fee. The details of increase in December MAT exam fee from earlier exam fee is shared below:

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MAT Eligibility Criteria 2023

MAT 2023 December exam is scheduled in three testing modes - as Internet Based Test (IBT), Computer Based MAT and Paper Based MAT. While there is one PBT MAT exam; there are two CBT MAT exams and 3 IBT MAT exams. A pass in graduation or in final year of bachelor's degree is the minimum MAT 2023 eligibility criteria to appear in Dec MAT 2023.

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MAT Admit Card 2023

MAT Admit Card 2023: Check MAT Hall Ticket Release Dates for CBT, PBT & IBT Dec MAT 2023; Step by Step Process How to Download & Check Errors

 

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MAT Mock Tests: Take Free Online Mock or Download PDF for Free

MAT 2023 May exam is scheduled in three modes – Internet Based Test (IBT) from home, Computer Based Test (CBT) scheduled at test centres and Paper Based Test (PBT) at test centres. May MAT 2023 exam dates for PBT, CBT and IBT mode are from May 14 to June 7, 2023 with 2 CBT Exams and 1 PBT Exam.

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MAT Exam Pattern 2023

Latest update: MAT Exam Pattern 2023 for Dec exam has three testing modes with option to appear in one or more than one MAT exams. Dec MAT 2023 will be conducted with 1 Paper Based MAT, 2 Computer based MAT exams at test Centres and 3 Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT) MAT exams which you can take from your home. This facility to apply and appear in more MAT exams offers opportunity to improve your score by choosing the preferred modes of MAT exams.

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MAT Preparation 2023

MAT Preparation 2023: Best Books, Key Topics, Preparation Plan

 

MAT exam Preparation is easier than many other national level MBA entrance exams like CAT, XAT, SNAP. The MAT 2023 December exam will be held from December 3 to December 17, 2023 in three testing modes namely CBT, IBT and PBT. The IBT MAT will be held in a longer testing window on 3 days from the convenience of your home while CBT will be held on two days at test centres and one PBT MAT will also be conducted at test centres. You have the option to apply for one MAT or two MAT exams with the opportunity to improve your score further.

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MAT Percentile Predictor 2023

MAT 2023 December exam result is expected in Dec last week for all the three modes of MAT exam. MAT December 2023 exam is being conducted in three testing modes - IBT from home, PBT at test centres and CBT at test centres. AIMA has introduced the Internet based remote proctored test (IBT) due to Covid pandemic situation. IBT MAT can be taken from the convenience of candidate's home.  

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MAT 2023 Important Dates

MAT 2023 Important Dates: Check Dec 2023 MAT exam dates for PBT, CBT, IBT Exams

 

MAT 2023 December exam important dates, exam schedule and result dates, as announced for CBT, PBT and IBT exams by AIMA are shared below. December MAT 2023 exam offers opportunity for MBA admission 2024 in 600 B-schools. In addition to Two Computer Based tests and one Paper Based test, AIMA is also conducting Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT) exam in a long testing window with two slots on each day. Candidates can appear in the IBT exam from the convenience of their home instead of going to an exam centre. The IBT MAT exam structure, difficulty level and scoring pattern is same as that of CBT and PBT exams. 

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MAT Question Papers: Take Paper Online or Download PDF for Free

 

MAT February 2023 Exam is scheduled from February 11 to March 7, 2023 in CBT, IBT and PBT Mode. The long testing window of MAT gives good opportunity to prepare for MAT exam to the candidates who are seeking MBA admission through MAT exam. 

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MAT Syllabus 2023

MAT Dec 2023 Syllabus is divided into 5 key sections namely Language Comprehension, Mathematical skills, Data Analysis and Sufficiency, Intelligence and Critical Reasoning, Indian and Global Environment with 40 questions in each section. The questions in each section as per MAT exam 2023 syllabus are of moderate difficulty level. December MAT 2023 exam dates are from Dec 3 to 17, 2023 and the exam is scheduled in three testing modes CBT, PBT and IBT. All the three MAT exams have similar MAT syllabus and the same difficulty level. Dec MAT 2023 exam important dates as below:

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MAT Sample Papers

MAT May Exam 2023 is scheduled in three modes – CBT mode at Test Centres; PBT Mode at Test Centres and IBT mode with the facility to appear in the online exam from home.

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MAT Exam Analysis 2023

MAT Exam Analysis: September MAT 2023 – Easy Quant and Reasoning; Verbal little Difficult

MAT 2023 September first exam was held in IBT mode on August 20, 2023 and the subsequent MAT exam was PBT MAT on September 3, 2023. MAT 2023 exam is scheduled in CBT, IBT and PBT modes on different dates. AIMA is conducting September MAT exam from August 20 to September 17, 2023. MBAUniverse.com has published the detailed MAT Sept 2023 Analysis after the first IBT MAT exam and second PBT MAT exam have got over.  

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MAT Result 2023

MAT 2023 December Exam Result in Dec last week; Check How to Download Score Card, Top MBA Colleges Accepting MAT

 

December MAT 2023 exam result is expected in the last week of December 2023. The last MAT exam in IBT mode is scheduled on Dec 17, 2023 and after that AIMA will gear up to release the MAT exam result. AIMA has also announced to release the Dec MAT result in the last week of December 2023. After release of December 2023 MAT result, you can download your scorecard from AIMA MAT exam website mat.aima.in with your login credentials.

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MAT Exam Test Centers

MAT 2023 May exam will be conducted in 93 cities in India. AIMA has released the list of test centres across the country for CBT and PBT MAT 2023 May exam. The third type of MAT exam in IBT Mode can be taken from the convenience of your home instead of going to any exam centre. 

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MAT Cutoff: Check Top MBA Colleges Cut Off

MAT Cut Off: Check expected cut off in top B-schools; Options available

 

Latest Update: MAT December 2023 exam is scheduled from Dec 3 to 17, 2023 in CBT, IBT and PBT Testing modes. MAT Dec 2023 result is expected in December 2023 last week. The MAT Test takers who are looking for best MBA admission options based on MAT cut offs need to check the preferred B-schools and match their MAT composite score and percentile. Check Top MBA Colleges Accepting MAT Scores.

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MAT Score Vs Percentile

Latest update: MAT 2023 December Exam is scheduled from Dec 3 to 17, 2023 in CBT, IBT and PBT modes. MAT score card is expected in the last week of Dec 2023. Check steps How to Download your Result. With the December MAT 2023 score card in hand and composite vs percentile score available, you would be looking for best MBA admission options available. MBAUniverse.com has prepared list of top MBA Colleges accepting MAT 2023 Dec exam score in different percentile range for MBA admission 2024.

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MAT Paper Based or Computer Based or IBT MAT

AIMA will conduct May MAT 2023 in three modes- CBT MAT, PBT MAT and IBT MAT. PBT 2023 and MAT CBT 2023 for May MAT will be held on the different dates while MAT IBT 2023 is scheduled in a longer testing window. For MAT 2023 exam, AIMA is conducting MAT PBT 2023 (Paper Based Test) on May 14; MAT CBT 2023 (Computer Based Test) on May 21 and June 4. The dates for MAT IBT 2023 (Internet Based Proctored Test) are from May 14 to June 7, 2023. 

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MAT Exam

Management Aptitude Test (MAT), a National level MBA entrance test in India, is the gateway to more than 600 MBA/PGDM colleges in India including 300+ MBA colleges in Maharashtra including top ones like SIMSREE, PUMBA, K J Somaiya.

 

MAT exam is conducted four times in a year - in February, May, September and December. Next MAT exam will be held on February 16, 2020.  

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Question and Answers

  • Answered by : MBAUniverse.com News Desk on Thursday, February 17, 2022, 01:12 PM

    To appear for mat you need to register yourself for the same on the aima website, select the mode of exam and whether you want to give 1 or 2 exams, and pay registration fee for the same. For entire process, checkout: https://www.mbauniverse.com/mat/registration

  • Answered by : MBAUniverse.com News Desk on Thursday, January 20, 2022, 02:50 PM

    Different colleges have different cut off for admissions 2022. Colleges like JAGSoM Bangalore expect 90+ percentile whereas colleges like IIRM Hyderabad have cut off of 60+ only. Checkout the entire list of colleges here : https://www.mbauniverse.com/mat/top-mba-colleges-in-india-accepting-mat-...

  • Answered by : MBAUniverse.com News Desk on Thursday, January 20, 2022, 02:51 PM

    College like SDMIMD Mysore; XIME Bangalore; IBA Bangalore; ISBM Pune; Jaipuria Institute of Management Lucknow; NDIM New Delhi; WE School Bangalore; Jaipuria Noida among many others accept mat score. For entire list of top colleges accepting mat score, checkout : https://www.mbauniverse.com/mat/top-mba-colleges-in-india-accepting-mat-score

  • Answered by : MBAUniverse.com News Desk on Thursday, January 20, 2022, 02:51 PM

    Yes. More than 600 MBA colleges in India accept the MAT scores, making it one of the country's largest MBA entrance exams.

  • Answered by : MBAUniverse.com News Desk on Monday, January 17, 2022, 11:37 AM

    Yes you can appear for two MAT IBT 2022 exams by paying the application fee of Rs.2750/-