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MAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

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Last Updated on June 24, 2025 by MBAUniverse.com News Desk

MAT Eligibility Criteria 2025 are related to academic qualifications required to take MAT exam. MAT Eligibility Criteria states that anyone who is a graduate in any discipline can register and take the exam. Read details in the article below. MAT 2025 exam will be held in Paper Based Test (PBT) mode on May 31, and in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode on June 8, 2025. MAT Registrations 2025 are open. Before you register, check MAT Eligibility Criteria 2025 in this article. 

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What is MAT Exam?

Conducted by All India Management Association (AIMA), Management Aptitude Test (MAT) is one of the most popular national MBA entrance exams in India. MAT is conducted four times in a year in February, May, August and December. More than 200 MBA/PGDM Colleges are accepting MAT Scores for Admission 2025. MAT 2025 exam highlights are as follows:

AIMA has announced MAT July 2025 exam in CBT mode on July 20, 2025, where results will be released by July 24, 2025. 

MAT 2025 Exam: Key Highlights

MAT Exam ParticularsDetails
MAT Exam Full FormManagement Aptitude Test (MAT)
Who conducts MAT Exam?All India Management Association (AIMA)
Number of MBA/PGDM colleges accepting MAT200+
Top MBA Colleges Accepting MATNIT Jalandhar, NIT Kurukshetra, NIT Silchar, BIMTECH Greater Noida, Jaipuria Noida
Number of MAT ExamsHeld in February, May, August, December
MAT 2025 May Exam ModesPaper Based (PBT) and Computer Based (CBT)
MAT 2025 May Exam DatesCBT on July 20, 2025
MAT Official Websitewww.mat.aima.in
MAT Exam Application FeesRs 2200 for Paper Based Test (PBT) or Computer Based Test (CBT). Rs 3800 for both PBT + CBT Exams.
Total Questions in the Exam150 questions
Total Exam Duration120 minutes
Number of Sections5 Sections with 30 Questions in Each Section
Name of MAT SectionsLanguage Comprehension, Intelligence and Critical Reasoning, Data Analysis & Data Sufficiency, Mathematical Skills, Economic & Business Environment
Scoring Pattern in MAT exam+1 Mark for Each Correct Answer; -0.25 Mark for Each Wrong Answer; 0 Mark for Un-attempted Question

MAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

Who can take MAT Exam? Well, MAT Eligibility Criteria 2025 can be divided into Academic Requirements, Age Limit and a few other requirements, as explained below. 

(1) Academic Requirement for taking MAT Exam: The candidate applying for MAT exam must fulfil one of the following MAT eligibility criteria:

  • Completed Bachelor’s degree in any discipline, or
  • Completed professional degree e.g. CA/CS/ICWA, or
  • Should be in the final year of Bachelor’s degree program 

(2) Percentage of Marks Required: There is no minimum required percentage of marks for taking MAT Exam. However, MBA colleges may have their own minimum marks or percentage requirements.    

(3) Minimum Age Limit: There is no minimum age limit to take MAT exam. 

(4) Maximum Age Limit: There is no maximum age limit to take MAT exam. 

(5) Minimum Work Experience: There is work experience required to take MAT exam.

MAT Eligibility Criteria 2025 Vs MBA College Admission Criteria 2025

There can be some difference between the MAT exam eligibility criteria and the MBA admission eligibility criteria of the MBA college where you wish to apply. Key points of such differences are:

Criteria
MAT Eligibility Criteria 2025
MBA College Admission Criteria 2025
Minimum Percentage of Marks in Graduation
No Minimum Percentage of Marks in graduation, Only Pass marks needed
Minimum 50% to 60% marks in graduation required
Professional Degree
No concession to professional degree holders like CA/CS
Some relaxation may be given for professional degree holders
Work Experience
No weightage to work experience
Weightage may be awarded in admission criteria
Minimum Percentage of Marks in 10th and 12th standard
No Weightage for Class 10 & 12 marks
Good weightage can be given for excellent academic performance

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

A: MAT eligibility criteria 2025 states that if you have completed your graduation, you can register for MAT exam.
A: MAT eligibility criteria states that anyone who is a graduate in any discipline can take the exam.
A: There is no specific MAT selection criteria. MBA colleges will consider your MAT exam scores for admissions. Check MBA admission process.
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