MAT Application Form 2021: How to apply, Last dates, Application Fee, process

Latest update: MAT Application May 2021 is open for CBT, IBT and PBT MAT exams from March 31 to June 7, 2021 for MBA admission 2021 in more than 400 MBA colleges in India. The MAT May 2021 exam will be held in three modes – CBT MAT, IBT MAT and PBT MAT. May MAT 2021 is the last national level MBA entrance test for admission 2021

5 Key Highlights of MAT May 2021 Exam Application Form

• IBT Tests: You can choose the date and apply accordingly to appear in any IBT MAT exam which will be held in two slots every day from June 6 to 10, 2021
• More Exam Slots: More MAT IBT exam slots are added to exam schedule. On each exam day, IBT MAT is conducted in two different sessions
• IBT Exam with Separate Application Last Dates: Each IBT MAT has separate last date to apply. The date closes just a few days before the exam date.
• Computer Based MAT Re-introduced: CBT May MAT 2021 exam is reintroduced. Exam date is June 13, 2021. Registration process has started on March 31. For those coming from remote areas or find it difficult to appear in IBT MAT, AIMA has re-introduced Computer based test.
• PBT MAT May 2021: The paper based MAT is favourite testing mode for all the test takers. The date of PBT MAT exam is May 30, 2021. Registration process has started on March 31, 2021.  Check all details below.

MAT Testing Mode-wise May 2021 Exam Application Schedule & Dates

1. PBT MAT 2021 May Schedule

2. CBT MAT May 2021 Schedule

3. MAT May 2021 Application Form for IBT: Schedule & Dates

IBT MAT 2021 Application process has started on March 31. The IBT Exam will be conducted in morning and evening time slots. MAT IBT exam application submission schedule with all important dates for AIMA MAT May 2021 Internet Based Mode (IBT Mode) exam is shared below

Options Available for MAT Application May 2021

• (i) Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT) or
• (ii) Double Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT) or
• (iii) Paper Based Test (PBT) or
• (iv) Paper Based Test + Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (PBT+IBT) or
• (v) Computer Based Test (CBT) or
• (vi) Computer Based Test + Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (CBT+IBT) or
• (viii) Paper Based Test + Computer Based Test (PBT+CBT)

MAT 2021 Application Fee for 1 or More than 1 MAT exams

• Candidate can apply for 2 IBT/PBT+IBT/CBT+IBT/PBT+CBT tests by paying an extra fees of Rs.1100/- in addition to Rs.1650/-.
• Candidates opting for submitting MAT application for 2 IBTs/PBT+IBT/CBT+IBT/PBT+CBT will have the benefit of selecting additional 2 Management Institutes for sending their scores in addition to existing option of selecting 5 Management Institutes i.e. they can select 7 Management Institutes in total. 
• You can apply online with Credit Card/Debit Card (ATM Card), Net Banking, UPI and Paytm wallet. The fees details are given as below:

AIMA has introduced Remote Proctored Internet Based Mode (IBT) due to Corona Virus outbreak in addition to Paper based & Computer based MAT exams and has announced separate MAT application form submission Schedule for IBT MAT. While the MAT May 2021 application Start Date is April first week for all MAT testing modes, the MAT May 2021 last date to Apply  is different for CBT, PBT and IBT MAT exams. MAT May application last date for IBT MAT closes a few days before the each test date. The computer based and Paper based MAT exams will be held before IBT exams in separate but on single day and their conduct will depend upon the Covid-19 prevailing situation. MAT 2021 last date to apply for both these exams will be a few days prior to the exam date.

This comprehensive article prepared by MBAUniverse.com Experts will give you complete information about IBT MAT, CBT MAT and PBT MAT Application Process. So, read this article carefully before applying.  

To avoid any untoward incident due to Corona virus lockdown, AIMA is conducting Remote Proctored Internet Based Mode (IBT). Candidates can appear in the IBT-MAT from the convenience of their home instead of going to an exam centre. IBT MAT is scheduled in morning and evening time slots. Fresh IBT and CBT MAT applications are allowed but the candidates who had earlier applied for PBT or CBT MAT exams cannot carry forward their application form to MAT IBT Mode exam for May 2021. Read below all the important details

MAT 2021 Application for IBT Exam: Benefits
MAT 2021 IBT is the new type of MAT exam that you can take from your home.

• You can opt for 2 IBT MAT 2021 May tests by paying an extra fees of Rs.1100/- in addition to Rs.1650/- for one test.
• If you are opting for one IBT MAT 2021, you can select 5 management institutes where your scores will be sent free for admission
• If you are opting for 2 IBT MAT 2021 exams, you will have the benefit of selecting additional 2 Management Institutes for sending your scores in addition to existing option of selecting 5 Management Institutes. It means you can select 7 Management Institutes in total.

Important Note about CBT & PBT MAT Exam 2021 Application May 2021
Candidates should understand that due to the ongoing COVID pandemic, conduct of  CBT and PBT 2021 MAT in centre based mode is subject to prevailing COVID situation and applicable government guidelines in this regard. If you wish to apply for CBT or PBT MAT, and the exam is not conducted or postponed indefinitely, the registration of those candidates will be automatically carried forward to forthcoming MAT to be scheduled in August 2021 or later.

MAT 2021 Application Form Fee for IBT, Double IBT, CBT and PBT MAT
Candidate should apply online at official AIMA MAT May 2021 website link with Credit Card/Debit Card (ATM Card), Net Banking, UPI and Paytm wallet. The MAT application fees details for different modes of MAT exam are given below:

• Candidate can apply for two IBT exams by paying an extra fees of Rs.1100/- in addition to Rs.1650/-.
• Candidates can apply for PBT MAT by paying fees of  Rs.1650/-.
• Candidates applying for double IBT tests will have the benefit of selecting additional 2 Management Institutes for sending their scores in addition to existing option of selecting 5 Management Institutes i.e. they can select 7 Management Institutes in total.

MAT 2021 Application: Key Guidelines for Candidates by AIMA 
For the MAT May 2021 application, AIMA has shared following guidelines:

• Fresh Exam dates have been announced keeping in view the convenience of candidates
• Candidate can opt for one IBT or Double IBT tests with an extra fees of Rs.1100/- in addition to Rs.1650/-.
• Canditates can opt for CBT exam at application fee of Rs.1650/-
• Candidates opting for two IBT MAT exams will have the benefit of selecting additional 2 Management Institutes for sending their scores in addition to existing option of selecting 5 Management Institutes i.e. they can select 7 Management Institutes in total.
• Extended MAT exam dates offer opportunity to prepare well and improve your MAT score for admission 2021
• Better the score, more are the chances to get admission in Top MBA Colleges Accepting MAT Score.

May MAT Exam 2021 Applications: Process, Eligibility & How to Choose among MAT IBT, CBT, PBT 
Candidates now have the option to choose and apply for any one or more of the two modes of MAT tests i.e., IBT, CBT and PBT

• MAT 2021 Registration is open
• Interested candidates can register and apply at AIMA MAT website for CBT, IBT, PBT MAT exams
• All the registered candidates are also intimated individually by E-mail/SMS also
• Candidates can directly register for MAT 2021 exam at AIMA MAT website by paying the requisite fee of Rs.1650/- which is applicable for all categories

You can exercise only MAT 2021 Online application form filling option as there is no other mode of application submission process.

Management Aptitude Test popularly known as MAT Exam is one of the most popular National level MBA entrance exams in India after CAT. AIMA has clarified that more than 600 MBA/PGDM Colleges are accepting MAT 2021 May exam Scores for Admission 2021. These colleges also include the low fee MBA colleges in Maharashtra who will accept MAT scores for admission to All India category candidates. The complete schedule for MAT 2021 is released by AIMA. To know all about the MAT exam pattern, syllabus, preparation, admit card release, top MBA colleges accepting MAT, Scoring pattern, previous exam analysis Click Here   .

MAT Application May 2021: Important Dates  
MAT May 2021 application start date with complete MAT exam 2021 application and exam schedule is announced by AIMA. MAT 2021 Last Date to Apply for each testing mode, release of Admit card and exam dates are given below:

How to Apply for MAT Exam? 5 Step Process 
You can complete your MAT 2021 application process in simple five steps in a few minutes. The detailed process to complete MAT exam application form, how to pay MAT application form fee and submit it, is given below:

Step-1: New Candidates to create Login ID
New candidates going for filling MAT application need to visit AIMA MAT website and click on New Candidate to Create Log in. You must have a valid email ID and mobile number for applying online to receive the OTP for email ID and mobile number verification.

You have to fill the details to create Login. Once you fill the information in the form, it will not be changed. Press the button “Submit”, an OTP will be sent to your email id; enter the OTP in the space provided and click on button “Verify & Submit” to create your Login.

The confirmation for the MAT Exam application 2021 will also be sent on your email as entered in the form. Please note that the Email-ID and Date of birth as filled by you will be used to login to the MAT website to fill the MAT online registration. 

Step 2: Login and Fill MAT Application Form 2021
Once you receive the MAT exam 2021 registration number, you need to login as already registered candidate.

• Login with the registered id, complete the MAT on-line application form, upload the scanned photograph and signature and make payment.   
• Fill the details on the MAT online application form. 
• Since your MAT eligibility is screened based on the information furnished by you, you are required to exercise care to correctly furnish the  details of your Qualification, etc. 
• While filling the MAT application form online, please save the information by clicking the Button “SAVE”. 
• In case you wish to edit any information you can do that by login again using Email‐ID and Date of birth 
• After editing the information, make sure to save the information by clicking The button “SAVE”

Step 3: Upload Your Photograph & Signature on MAT Application Form 2021

Upload Photograph 

Photograph must be a recent passport size colour picture. Make sure that the picture is in colour, taken against a light‐coloured, preferably white background, and has no harsh shadows.

If you wear glasses make sure that there are no reflections and your eyes can be clearly seen.

Ensure that both ears are visible in the picture. Caps, hats and dark glasses are not acceptable. Religious headwear is allowed but it must not cover your face. 

The image should only be in .jpg or .jpeg format. Size of file should be not be more than 75 kb and not less than 20kb.

Upload Signature

• Sign on white paper with Black ink pen and scan it. 
• Scan the signature area only and  not the entire page
• Ensure that the size of the scanned image is not more than 50 kb. 
• This signature would appear on the MAT Admit Card
• If the signature image does not match the signature on the answer sheet at the time the written test and at the time of Interview, the candidature will be cancelled. 
• The image of scanned signature in jpg/jpeg format and size should also not exceed 50KB and should not be less than 5KB

Step 4: Make Payment of MAT Application Fee
Payment of MAT exam fee can be made through online Mode only. Accordingly, to make payment of MAT exam fee for Rs.1650/- or Rs.2750/- (As may be the case) you should keep your Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking in operational condition. 

Please note once payment of application fee is made, you will not be allowed to change/modify any information in the application form.

Step 5: View Your Final Application Summary
Your MAT application is complete now. You can view the application details by clicking the button ‘View Application’ and can take print out of the same for your record.

Required documents for MAT Application 2021
Before starting to fill up the MAT 2021 online application, you should keep ready with you the following details & documents:

• Valid Email ID (the email should be valid for at least 1 year)
• Personal details
• Educational qualification details
• Image of scanned photograph in jpg / jpeg format and size should not exceed 50 KB
• Image of scanned signature in jpg / jpeg format and size should not exceed 50 KB
• Debit / Credit Card/Net Banking details while making online payment.

Please note: 

• AIMA has emphasized that MAT online application 2021 will be treated as complete only after making payment of MAT application fee
• The MAT application fee includes GST also