MBA Entrance Exams 2023-24: CAT, XAT, NMAT, SNAP are Open; IIFT Cancels Own Entrance-Will Accept CAT Only
CAT 2023 registration last date is extended by 7 days till September 20, 2023. From this year, number of IIMs in India has also gone up from 20 to 21. The latest entrant is NITIE, which has been renamed as IIM Mumbai by an Act of Parliament. Making substantial changes while accepting entrance exam score for admission 2024, IIFT has announced to accept only CAT 2023 score for MBA (IB) admission 2024 and has cancelled its own IIFT entrance exam which used to be conducted by NTA. As such CAT has further got a shot in the arm with one of the top B-schools, IIFT becoming a participating B-school in Non-IIM Category for CAT 2023.
While CAT 2023 registration closes on September 20; XAT 2024, NMAT 2023 and SNAP 2023 exam registration and application process is open for more than a month for MBA Admission 2024. Other top MBA Entrance exams 2023-24 for MBA admission 2024 – TISSNET, CMAT are also opening soon. XLRI, IIMs and Symbiosis International University have increased the CAT 2023, XAT 2024 and SNAP 2023 registration fees. If you are looking for updated information on MBA Entrance Exams 2023-2024 and for admission 2024, you are on the right page. This article by MBAUniverse.com Experts will guide you on all the important MBA Exams, Registration dates, fees and process, Top MBA colleges among other details. Read Table of Contents below
Table of Contents
1. Top MBA Entrance Exams Schedule 2023-24 at a Glance
2. IIM- CAT 2023: Largest MBA Entrance Exam
3. XLRI-XAT 2024: 150+ B-schools Accept Score
4. IIFT 2024: Exam Cancelled; IIFT to Accept CAT Score
5. NMAT by GMAC 2023: Mandatory Exam for NMIMs Admission
6. SNAP 2023: MBA Entrance Exam for 15 Symbiosis Colleges
7. IBSAT 2023: MBA Entrance Exam for ICFAI B-Schools in Dec 2023
8. TISSNET 2024: Mandatory Entrance for TISS M.A. Courses
9. CMAT 2024: Entrance Exam for AICTE Approved MBA/PGDM B-Schools
10. MAT 2023 & 2024: Exam in Sept 2023, Dec 2023 and Feb 2024
11. How to decide which MBA Entrance Exam to take?
1. Top MBA Entrance Exams Schedule 2023-24 At a Glance
The schedule of MBA Entrance Exams for admission 2024 with complete list of MBA entrance examinations 2023-24 at a glance with MBA Entrance Exams Dates 2024, Exam Fees and Participating Colleges of Top MBA Entrance Exams in India is shared below:
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List of MBA Entrance Examinations 2023-24
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Registration Start Dates
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Exam Date
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Exam Registration Fees
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| Aug 2, 2023 |
November 26, 2023
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Rs.2400
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July 15, 2023
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January 7, 2024
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Rs.2100
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| Cancelled | Cancelled | To Accept CAT 2023 Score | |
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Aug 1, 2023
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Oct 10 to Dec 19, 2023
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Rs.2800
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| Aug 23, 2023 | Dec 10, 17 & 22, 2023 | Rs.2250 | |
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July 1, 2023
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Dec 23 & 24, 2023
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Rs.1800
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Dec 14, 2023
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February 15, 2024
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Rs.1000
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Dec 15, 2023
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March 24, 2024
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Rs.2000
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July 10, 2023
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Aug 29 to Sep 17, 2023
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Rs.1950
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2. CAT 2023: Largest MBA Entrance Exam on Nov 26
Common Admission Test, popularly known as CAT is the largest and most preferred among MBA entrance exams in India. Last year 2.55 lakh candidates had applied for CAT exam. CAT 2023 will be conducted on November 26, 2023 by IIM Lucknow for MBA admission 2024 in 21 IIMs, FMS Delhi, IIFT Delhi/Kolkata, IIT DoMs, SPJIMR, MDI and 500+ MBA Colleges in India. CAT 2023
2.1 CAT 2023 Exam at a Glance
Following are the key features of IIM CAT 2023 exam like CAT 2023 exam dates, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Top Colleges among other details
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What is CAT Exam?
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CAT is the Common Admission Test ,conducted on yearly basis for MBA admission by one of the 6 older IIMs.
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CAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria
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50% Marks in Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university/institute
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CAT 2023 Registration Dates
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From Aug 2 to Sep 20, 2023 |
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CAT Exam Date 2023
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November 26, 2023
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CAT Entrance exam sessions
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Will be Conducted in 3 sessions – Morning, Afternoon & Evening on same day
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CAT 2023 Conducting IIM
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IIM Lucknow
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CAT Entrance Exam Mode
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Computer based
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Number of Questions in CAT 2023
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66 questions divided in 3 sections
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CAT Exam Time Duration
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2 hours for each Session
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Expected CAT 2023 Difficulty level
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Moderate to Difficult
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Read More: CAT 2023
2.2 CAT 2023 Exam Pattern, Syllabus Preparation
CAT 2023 is a computer delivered test of 2 hours duration. Like last year, CAT 2023 exam will have 66 questions divided in 3 sections of VARC, DILR and Quantitative Ability. CAT 2023 exam is divided into MCQ and Non-MCQ type of questions and the Non-MCQs do not carry negative marking. In case any non-MCQ has negative marking, a few MCQs are changed to no negative marking questions. A Minimum qualifying score between 70 and 90 percentile in CAT 2023 is required by IIMs in each of the 3 sections to shortlist candidates for final admission round. The table below shares the CAT exam pattern with syllabus and preparation requirement
2.2.1 CAT Exam Pattern 2023
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CAT 2023 exam components
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MCQs (With negative marking)
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Non-MCQs (Qs Without negative marking)
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Total Questions
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Section-1: Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)
(Time limit: 40 Minutes)
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21
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3
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24
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Section-2: Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)
(Time Limit: 40 Minutes)
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16
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4
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20
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Section-3: Quantitative Ability (QA)
(Time Limit: 40 Minutes)
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14
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8
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22
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Total (Overall) (Time limit: 120 Minutes)
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41
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15
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66
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Source: Based on CAT 2022 Pattern
Read More: CAT Exam Pattern
2.2.2 CAT 2023 Exam Syllabus
During the last 5 years, CAT exam syllabus has substantially changed. Key topics covered in present CAT syllabus 2023 are:
| Sectional Division of CAT Syllabus | Overview of Topics in Syllabus | Overall Weightage in CAT exam |
| Section-1: CAT VARC Syllabus Weightage & Topics | RC Based Questions, Parajumbles, Para summary, Out of Context Sentence | 36% |
| Section-2: CAT DILR Syllabus Weightage & Topics | Data Analysis Charts, Tables, Graphs, Direction sense, seating arrangements | 32% |
| Section-3: CAT Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus Weightage & Key Topics | Individual Questions based on Arithmetic, Algebra, Modern Math, Geometry, Mensuration, Number system, Trigonometry | 34% |
Read more: CAT 2023 Exam Syllabus
2.2.3 CAT Preparation: How to Prepare for the Exam?
A few months of devoted preparation can enable you to crack CAT exam as it requires ‘Smart Preparation.’ You can prepare for CAT in any of following three modes or a combination of two or three modes
- Self -Preparation for CAT 2023 with Best Books
- CAT Preparation with Offline Coaching Classes
- CAT Preparation with Online Coaching from the convenience of home
3. XLRI-XAT 2024: Exam on January 7, 2024
Popularly known as XAT, Xavier Aptitude Test is one of the important MBA Entrance Exams for Admission to XLRI, IMT, XIMB, TAPMI and 150+ MBA Colleges in India. Every year about 1,00,000 candidates from all disciplines including Engineering, Commerce, Humanities, Science, Law apply and appear in XAT exam to get into of the various MBA programs offered by these top B-schools. XAT 2024 will be held on Sunday January 7, 2024. XAT is conducted annually by XLRI Jamshedpur and is therefore known as XLRI-XAT. Read More: XAT 2024
3.1 XAT 2024 Exam at a Glance
Following are the key features of XAT 2024 exam like XAT 2024 exam dates, Eligibility among other details
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XAT 2024 Test Conducting Body
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Xavier School of Management (XLRI) Jamshedpur
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XAT 2024 Eligibility Criteria
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Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline
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XAT 2024 Registration Dates
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July 15 to November 30, 2023 |
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XAT 2024 Exam Fees
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Rs.2000
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XAT 2024 Exam Date
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January 7, 2023
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XAT 2024 Testing Session
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2 PM to 5.10 PM (3 Hrs 10 Minutes)
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Number of MBA colleges accepting exam score
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150+
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Mode of XAT Exam
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Computer Based Online Exam
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Total Questions in XAT Question Paper
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101
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XAT Exam Difficulty Level
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Moderate to Difficult
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3.2 XAT Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation
Xavier Aptitude Test is online computer based exam. The aggregate maximum marks in the exam are 101 for 101 questions divided in 5 sections. Each correct answer for MCQ is awarded +1 mark and each wrong answer will attract the penalty of -0.25 mark. Total time duration for the exam is 3 hours 10 minutes. XAT Exam pattern with sectional division of XAT questions, XAT syllabus and XAT Preparation tips are shared below:
3.2.1 XAT 2024 Exam Pattern
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Exam Sections
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Number of questions
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Overall Time Duration
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Part-1
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75 Total MCQs
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165 Minutes
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Verbal and Logical Ability
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26
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No Sectional Time Limit
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Decision Making
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21
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No Sectional Time Limit
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Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation
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28
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No Sectional Time Limit
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Part-2
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25 Total MCQs + Essay Writing Test
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25 Minutes
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General Knowledge
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25
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Essay
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1 Descriptive Topic
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10 Minutes
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Total questions (Part 1 + Part 2)
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101
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Candidate are allowed to go to Part 2 after completing the time duration of 165 minutes in Part 1 Read More: XAT Exam Pattern
3.2.2 XAT 2024 Exam Syllabus
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Section & Percentage of Weightage in XAT Exam Percentile Calculation
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Important Topics in XAT Syllabus
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Verbal & Logical Ability: Wt 35%
(26 Questions Out of 75)
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Verbal & RC
Vocabulary, fill in the blanks with correct words, synonyms/antonyms, contextual usage, Jumbled Paragraphs, Correction of errors, Correct use of words, Completion of sentences, Completion of paragraph, RC passages based on Abstract topics, Literature, Social and Economic issues; Science & Culture; history & fiction
LR
Analogy, Clocks, calendars, Fact, Inference, Judgement, binary logic, seating arrangement, blood relations, logical sequence, assumption, premise, conclusion
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Decision Making (DM): 28% Wt
(21 Questions Out of 75)
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Conditions and Grouping Test; Data Arrangement Test; Complex Arrangement; Decision Making in a situation; Case lets
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Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation (QADI): 37% Wt
(28 Questions Out of 75)
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QA
LCM and HCF, Percentages, Profit and Loss, Interest (Simple and Compound), Speed, Time and Distance; Time and Work; Averages; Ratio and Proportion, Number System, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Pure Math, Venn diagrams, Linear Equations, Quadratic Equations, Complex Numbers, Logarithm, Progressions, Binomial Theorem, Surds and Indices, Inequalities, Permutation and Combination, Probability, Functions, Set Theory, Mixtures and Alligations, Trigonometry
DI
Analysis of comparative Data Tables, Data charts, Bar diagrams, Pie charts, Graphs
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General Awareness (GK): 25 Qs; No Weight (Not counted for XAT percentile calculation)
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National and International current affairs, Conventional GK, Constitution of India, Company profiles, logos, Business & Economy, Who’s who, Books & Authors, Capitals & Currencies
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Essay Writing Test – Online Descriptive Test: No weightage as not counted for XAT percentile calculation
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Read More: XAT Exam Syllabus
3.2.3 XAT 2024 Preparation Strategy
The XAT 2024 preparation strategy and books for XAT exam preparation should be in accordance with revised pattern of the entrance exam and as per XAT entrance exam syllabus. XAT exam preparation can be done in any of the three following modes or with a combination of two or three modes
- Self -Preparation for XAT 2024 with Best Books
- XAT Preparation with Offline Coaching Classes
- XAT Preparation with Online Coaching from the convenience of home
4. IIFT 2024: Exam Cancelled; CAT 2023 is Mandatory Exam for Admission 2024
IIFT entrance test which used to be conducted for admission to MBA (IB) program by NTA stands cancelled. Now IIFT will accept only CAT 2023 exam score for Admission 2024. Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Admission Test was the IIFT own exam for Admission to both the campuses of IIFT located at Delhi and Kolkata. Every year around 50,000 students from all disciplines including Engineering, Commerce, Humanities and even Law apply for IIFT admission to get admission in MBA (IB) programme at one of the two campuses of Indian Institute of Foreign Trade. Read More about key Changes in IIFT Admission Criteria 2024
5. NMAT by GMAC 2023: Mandatory Exam for NMIMS Admission 2024
NMAT is an important national level MBA entrance test leading to admission in top MBA colleges including NMIMS Mumbai, SPJIMR, ISB, VIT, XIMB among other 30 institutes and universities in India. GMAC is the exam conducting body for NMAT by GMAC. NMAT exam is held in a long testing window. NMAT is conducted in two modes-Online proctored test and computer based test at exam centres. Read More: NMAT by GMAC
5.1 NMAT by GMAC 2023 Exam at a Glance
Detailed Information on one of the most important but a moderate difficulty MBA entrance exam – NMAT 2023 is as under
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NMAT 2023 Exam Conducting Body
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Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC)
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NMAT official Website
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mba.com/nmat
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NMAT 2023 Registration dates
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Aug 1 to Oct 10, 2023
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NMAT 2023 Exam Dates
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75 days from October 10 to December 19, 2023
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NMAT 2023 Testing Mode
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1. Online Exam at Test Centre; Or
2. Online proctored exam from home
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Number of Times you can Take the NMAT exam 2023
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Three
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NMAT 2023 Exam Fee
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Rs.2800/-
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Total Questions in NMAT Exam 2023
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108
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Exam Difficulty Level
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Moderate as compared to CAT, XAT, SNAP
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5.2 NMAT Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation
NMAT is a moderate difficulty level exam and offers the facility to retake the exam in case your exam score in first attempt is not satisfactory. You can view your NMAT 2023 exam results in 48 hours of taking your exam. NMAT 2023 exam pattern and syllabus is similar to other leading national level MBA entrance exams like CAT and XAT. Below are shared NMAT Pattern, Syllabus, and preparation tips
5.2.1 NMAT 2023 Exam: Sectional Composition
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Section Name
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Number of questions
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Allotted time in minutes
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Language Skills
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36
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28
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Quantitative Skills
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36
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52
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Logical Reasoning
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36
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40
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Total
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108
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120
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Read More: NMAT Exam Pattern
5.2.2 NMAT 2023 Exam Syllabus
The overall structure of the NMAT 2023 syllabus covers following major topics in each of the three sections:
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NMAT Exam Sections
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Key Topics in NMAT Syllabus
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Weightage
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Section-1: Language Skills
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Reading Comprehension, Verbal Ability and English Language Skills including Vocabulary, Grammar, Comprehension
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33%
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Section-2: Quantitative Skills
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Time & Work, Simple & Compound Interest, Ratio-Proportions, Percentages, Numbers, HCF-LCM, Equations, Inequalities, Log, Linear Equations, Lines, Angles, Polygons, Square & Rectangles, Cubes, Parallelogram, Rhombus, Tables, Bar Chart, Pie Chart, Line Graphs
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33%
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Section-3: Logical Reasoning
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Analytical Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Critical Reasoning, series completion, inferences from the statements, strong and weak arguments, assumptions implicit within innocuous-looking statements
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33%
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5.2.3 NMAT 2023 Exam Preparation
NMAT Exam preparation 2023 can be well planned in 2-3 months in one of the following modes or in a combination of two or more modes as below
- Self -Preparation for NMAT 2023 with Best Books
- NMAT Preparation with Offline Coaching Classes
- NMAT Preparation with Online Coaching from the convenience of home
6. SNAP 2023: MBA Entrance Exam for 15 Symbiosis Colleges
SNAP is the mandatory MBA Entrance Exam for Admission to 15 Symbiosis Institutes in India. Symbiosis International University (SIU) Pune conducts Symbiosis National Aptitude Test, popularly known as SNAP every year as computer based test. There are more than 2,500 MBA seats in Symbiosis colleges. Over the years, SNAP has changed its question paper pattern from paper based to computer based. SNAP 2023 is likely to be held as computer based test on 3 dates in December 2023. Read More: SNAP 2023
6.1 SNAP Exam 2023 at a Glance
One of the most important MBA entrance exams – SNAP 2023 has following key features:
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SNAP Test Conducting Body
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Symbiosis International University (SIU) Pune
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Number of MBA colleges under SNAP
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15 Symbiosis Institutes offering MBA programmes
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Mode of Exam
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Computer Based Online Exam
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SNAP 2023 Test duration
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60 Minutes
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SNAP 2023 Registration Dates
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Aug 23 to Nov 23, 2023 |
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SNAP 2023 Exam Dates
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Dec 10, 17, 22; 2023 |
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SNAP Registration & Application Fee
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Rs.2250/- (The SNAP registration fee will apply for each exam separately) |
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SNAP Full Form
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Symbiosis National Aptitude Test
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Total Questions in the Exam
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60
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Difficulty Level
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Moderate to Difficult
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SNAP 2023 Test Cities
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90-95
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6.2 SNAP 2023 Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation
Symbiosis International University (SIU) Pune which conducts SNAP annually has released the following SNAP pattern 2023. Candidate can appear in SNAP 2023 upto 3 times. Best of the performance of candidate out of the attempts he/ she has made will be considered for final percentile calculation. SNAP exam pattern, syllabus and preparation tips are as follows
6.2.1 SNAP Exam Pattern 2023
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SNAP Exam Pattern
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SNAP 2023
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Total Questions in SNAP Entrance Exam
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60
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Sectional Composition of Questions:
(1) General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability
(2) Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency
(3) Analytical & Logical Reasoning
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15
20
25
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Normal Questions (MCQ Type)
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60
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Special Questions (Non-MCQ Type)
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Nil
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Scoring Pattern (Normal Questions)
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+1 Mark for Each Correct Answer
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Scoring Pattern (Special Questions)
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Not applicable
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Negative Marking
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-25% for each wrong answer
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Choice of Answer Options (Normal Questions)
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4 for Normal Questions only
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Choice of Answer Options (Special Questions)
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Not Applicable
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Number of Test Cities
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90+
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Read More: SNAP 2023 Exam Pattern
6.2.2 SNAP 2023 Exam Syllabus
The overall structure of the SNAP 2023 syllabus covers following major topics in each of the three sections:
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SNAP Exam Sections
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Key Topics in NMAT Syllabus
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Weightage
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Section-1: General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability
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Reading Comprehension, Verbal Ability and English Language Skills including Vocabulary, Grammar, Comprehension
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25%
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Section-2: Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency
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Number System, Percentage, Profit-Loss, Interest, Time- Speed-Distance, Averages, Ratio, Linear Equations, Quadratic Equations, Logarithm, Progressions, Binomial Theorem, Surds and Indices, Inequalities, Permutation and Combination, Probability Functions, Set Theory, Mixtures and Alligations, Geometry, Co-ordinate Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Series, Graphs-Pie Chart, Tables, Bar Graph
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33%
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Section-3: Analytical & Logical Reasoning
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Computing, visualization, articulation, and problem solving, topics. Family Tree – Blood Relations, Seating Arrangement, Direction Sense, Clocks & Calendars, Mathematical Reasoning, Analogy, Series, Coding – Decoding, Meaningful Word, Matrix, Visual reasoning, Syllogisms, Critical Reasoning, Verbal and Miscellaneous Reasoning
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42%
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Read More: SNAP Syllabus
6.2.3 SNAP 2023 Exam Preparation
SNAP Preparation can be completed in a few months time in one of the following three modes or with a combination of two or all the three modes as below:
- Self -Preparation for SNAP 2023 with Best Books
- SNAP Preparation with Offline Coaching Classes
- SNAP Preparation with Online Coaching from the convenience of home
7. IBSAT 2023: MBA Entrance Exam for ICFAI B-Schools in Dec 2023
IBSAT is an important online computer based MBA entrance test for MBA admission in 9 ICFAI Business Schools (IBS) located across India. IBSAT Entrance Exam 2023 is scheduled in December 2023 last week. The exam is conducted by ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education.
IBSAT score is accepted for admission by ICFAI Business Schools (IBS) located at Hyderabad, Dehradun, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Gurgaon, Kolkata, Mumbai and Pune Read More: IBSAT 2023
7.1 IBSAT 2023 Exam at a Glance
IBSAT 2023 is one of the important but an easier MBA entrance exam. Key features of IBSAT exam are:
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IBSAT Conducting Body
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ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (a deemed to be University)
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IBSAT Exam Full Form
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ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test
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IBSAT 2023 Registration Dates
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July 1 to Dec 21, 2023 |
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IBSAT Exam Date 2023
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December 24 & 25, 2023 |
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Number of MBA colleges under IBSAT
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9
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Mode of Exam
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Online computer based test of 2 hours duration
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IBSAT Entrance Exam Application Fee
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Rs.1800/-
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Total Questions in IBSAT 2023
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140
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IBSAT Exam Difficulty Level
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Easy to Moderate
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7.2 IBSAT 2023 Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation
IBSAT exam pattern 2023 remains an Online Computer Based Test of 2 hours duration and is scheduled in a testing window of 2 days in December 2023. The IBSAT question Paper is divided into four sections - Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Ability and Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation. Total number of questions in the exam are 140. All the questions are of MCQ type. Below is shared the IBSAT exam pattern, IBSAT syllabus and exam preparation strategy
7.2.1 IBSAT 2023 Exam Pattern: Sectional Composition
Section-wise split of IBSAT 2023 question paper is as under:
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IBSAT Exam Component
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Number of Questions
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Maximum Score
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Verbal Ability
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50
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50
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Reading Comprehension
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30
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30
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Quantitative Aptitude
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30
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30
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Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation
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30
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30
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Total
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140
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140
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Read More: IBSAT Exam Pattern
7.2.2 IBSAT 2023 Syllabus
IBSAT syllabus consists of all important topics in 4 sections of the online test. Verbal Ability in IBSAT commands higher weightage than any of the three sections. The IBSAT exam Syllabus covers all the key topics in each of the four sections but the test questions are of moderate difficulty level.
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IBSAT Exam Sections
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Key Topics in IBSAT Syllabus
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Weightage
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Section-1: Verbal Ability
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Synonyms/Antonyms, Word Relation, Error Spotting, Phrase Replacement/one word substitute, Fill in the blanks, Jumbled Sentences
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36%
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Section-2: Reading Comprehension
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3 RC passages followed by 8 questions each while one RC passage is followed by 6 questions
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21%
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Section-3: Quantitative Aptitude
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Number System, Simplification & Algebra, Speed, Time and Distance, Profit, loss & Discount, Permutation & Probability, Work and Time, Percentage, Geometry and Mensuration, Simple interest & partnership, Time and Work, Ratio
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22%
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Section-4: Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation
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Out of 30 questions in this section, 15 are based on Data sufficiency and rest 15 on Data Interpretation on following topics: Pie chart, Line and Table, bar, graph
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21%
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Read More: IBSAT Syllabus
7.2.3 IBSAT 2023 Preparation
Comparatively an easy exam, IBSAT 2023 preparation can be completed in one of the following modes or with a combination of two or three modes.
- Self -Preparation for IBSAT 2023 with Best Books
- IBSAT Preparation with Offline Coaching Classes
- IBSAT Preparation with Online Coaching from the convenience of home
IBSAT exam 2023 for MBA Admission 2024 in 9 ICFAI B-Schools, is preceded by an IBSAT Mock Test 2023. It is a ‘National Mock Test' to provide opportunity to the applicants to practice for actual IBSAT 2023 exam.
8. TISSNET 2024: Mandatory Entrance for TISS M.A. Courses
TISSNET 2024 is a computer based National Entrance Test for admission to all the Masters (M.A.) programs offered by Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Mumbai. M.A. programs of Tata Institute of Social Sciences are highly sought after Masters Degree courses for the candidates seeking career in management and other branches. TISS is likely to conduct TISSNET 2024 exam in February 2024 as a computer based test of 100 minute duration. Read More: TISSNET
8.1 TISSNET Exam 2024 At a Glance
TISSNET is an online entrance exam for the admission to Full-Time (Regular) Post-Graduate Degree Programmes (M.A., M. Sc., M.H.A., M.P.H., MA (HR)) offered at low fee at 4 campuses of TISS located at Mumbai, Tuljapur, Guwahati, Hyderabad and other locations. Key Features of TISSNET 2024 are:
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TISSNET Exam 2023 Conducting Authority
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Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)
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TISSNET Exam Full Form
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Tata Institute of Social Sciences National Entrance Test
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TISS Campuses with Admission Opportunity through TISSNET 2024
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TISS Mumbai, Tuljiapur, Hyderabad, Guwahati, BALM Chennai
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Most Sought After Management programmes at TISS
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MA in Human Resource Management and Labor Relations; MA in Social Entrepreneurship; MA in Globalization and Labor
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TISSNET 2024 Registration dates
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Dec 14, 2023 to Jan 15, 2024
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TISSNET 2024 Exam Date
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February 15, 2024
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TISSNET Exam 2024 Registration Process
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Online
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TISSNET 2024 Exam Fee
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Rs.1000 + Bank Charges (Rs.30)
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TISSNET 2024 Test Time & Duration
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2 PM to 3.40 PM (100 Minutes)
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Maximum Marks in TISSNET Exam 2023
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100
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Total Questions in TISSNET
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100
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Highest Weightage Section in TISSNET Exam
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GK with 40% weightage
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Minimum TISSNET 2024 Cut off Score for Shortlisting
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No Sectional cut off but GK section needs minimum 14 marks (35% marks)
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TISSNET Question paper difficulty level
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Moderate
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TISSNET Cut Off for TISS MA HRM admission
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70 – 74 Marks
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8.2 TISSNET 2024 Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation
TISS Net 2023 exam pattern consists of three major sections with different number of questions in each section. The exam offers admission to various management programmes at different campuses of Tata Institute of Social Sciences. Shared below is the TISSNET Exam sectional composition, TISSNET Syllabus 2024 and TISSNET Preparation tips
8.2.1 TISS NET 2024 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
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Section Name
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Number of questions
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TISSNET Syllabus
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English Proficiency
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30
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Vocabulary, Fill in the blanks, synonyms, antonyms, Grammar based Error Correction, odd one out, Jumbled paragraphs, Short and long RC Passages
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Mathematics & Logical Reasoning
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30
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Arithmetic, Number System, P&C, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Direction, Clocks & Calendars, Series, Arrangements, DI sets, graphs, charts, table
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General Awareness
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40
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Conventional & Static GK, Current Affairs, social and cultural issues, national policies/ campaigns, international events, literature/art/culture, sports, books/authors/ awards, constitution, science, politics, economics, history
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Total Questions
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100
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GK commands highest weightage in TISSNET exam
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Read More: TISSNET Syllabus
8.2.2 TISSNET 2024 Preparation
TISS NET preparation can be done with a result oriented strategy in one of the following three modes or in a combination of two or three modes.
- Self -Preparation for TISSNET 2024 with Best Books
- TISSNET Preparation with Offline Coaching Classes
- TISSNET Preparation with Online Coaching from the convenience of home
9. CMAT 2024: Entrance Exam for AICTE Approved MBA/PGDM B-Schools
Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a government organized computer based national level MBA entrance examination for entry into 1000 AICTE approved management programmes (MBA/PGDM) all over India. CMAT is conducted by National Testing Agency as computer based test. CMAT score is accepted by AICTE-Approved Institutions/University Departments/ Constituent Colleges/Affiliated Colleges like JBIMS, SIMSREE, K J Somaiya Mumbai, Welingkar Mumbai, PUMBA Pune, Great Lakes Chennai, GIM, BIMTECH Greater Noida among others. CMAT exam is expected in March 2024. Read More: CMAT Exam 2024
9.1 CMAT 2024 Exam At a Glance
CMAT exam offers MBA admission opportunity in more than 1000 MBA colleges in India and among them are some of the prominent management institutes. It is an important but an easier MBA entrance exam. Key Exam highlights are shared below at a glance:
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CMAT Exam Conducting Body
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National testing Agency (NTA)
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CMAT Full Form
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Common Management Admission Test
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Number of MBA colleges under the Exam
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1000+
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CMAT 2024 Registration Dates
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Dec 15, 2023 to Feb 15, 2024
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Exam Date
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March 24, 2024
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Exam Slots
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2 Shift Exam with 3 hrs Duration in each slot
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Mode of CMAT Entrance exam 2024
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Online Computer Based Test
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CMAT 2024 Score Validity for MBA Admission
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2024-2025 academic session
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Total Questions in CMAT Entrance Exam
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100
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CMAT 2024 Medium of Question Paper
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English
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Exam Difficulty Level
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Easy to Moderate
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Maximum Score
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400 Marks for 100 questions
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Exam Application Fee for Boys
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Rs.2000/-
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Application Fee for Girls
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Rs.1000/-
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Application Fee for EWS/OBC-NCL
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Rs.1000/-
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Application Fee for SC/ST/PwD
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Rs.1000/-
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9.2 CMAT 2024 Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation
CMAT exam during last three years has gone with key changes. The updated CMAT 2023 pattern, syllabus and preparation strategy is as below:
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CMAT 2024 Exam Sections
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Number of Questions
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Maximum Marks Section-wise
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Language Comprehension
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20
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80
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Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation
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20
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80
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Logical Reasoning
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20
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80
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General Awareness
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20
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80
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Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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20
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80
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Total: Sections-5
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100
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400
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Read More: CMAT Exam Pattern
9.2.1 CMAT 2024 Syllabus
The updated CMAT 2024 syllabus can help you improve your CMAT preparation as per the current CMAT pattern. It contains the existing and expected topics alongwith the type of questions expected in CMAT exam.
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CMAT Exam Sections
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Key Topics in CMAT Syllabus
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Weightage
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Section-1: Language Comprehension
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Grammar, tenses, vocabulary, jumbled paragraphs, reading comprehension. Usage of Articles, Non-finites, Dangling Modifiers, Usage on Nouns & Pronouns, Adjectives, Adverbs, Prepositions –regular and followed, Verbs, Syntax, Subject-verb Agreement, Simple, continuous, Perfect tenses and Conditional-unreal past, Jumbled paragraphs. RC Passages are short followed by direct questions
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20%
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Section-2: Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation
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Ratio, mixtures, work, average, percentage, Time & speed, Profit and loss, interest, basic statistics, Number properties, Probability, Counting principles, Geometry, Algebra, Derivatives ( Maxima-Minima), Table and pie chart, Bar diagrams and graphs, Charts
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20%
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Section-3: Logical Reasoning
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linear, seating, sequencing & arranging with conditions to coding. Major topics are Statement-conclusion, Logical puzzle, Numerical puzzle, Venn Diagram, True/false statements, Visual Reasoning
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22%
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Section-4: General Awareness
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Conventional GK, Current GK, Business & Economics, CRR, Repo Rate, Devaluation and up valuation of Rupee, Business, National and International events, Who’s who, Constitution of India, Currency and Capitals of the countries, States of India, International Organizations, Monetary and fiscal tools, Emblem, Identification of personalities, companies
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20%
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Section-5: Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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Government Publications, Policies and Practices, Launch of New Business Ventures,
Terminology, Latest Who’s Who, Places, Books in News, Process and Stages to Start Entrepreneurship Venture, Comprehension Passage followed by Questions
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20%
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Read More: CMAT Syllabus
9.2.2 CMAT 2024 Preparation
CMAT exam preparation is not very difficult and can be done in any of the following modes or with a combination of two or three modes
- Self -Preparation for CMAT 2024 with Best Books
- CMAT Preparation with Offline Coaching Classes
- CMAT Preparation with Online Coaching from the convenience of home
10. MAT 2023 & 2024: Exam in Sept 2023, Dec 2023 and Feb 2024
Management Aptitude Test popularly known as MAT Exam is one of the most popular National level MBA entrance exams in India. MAT exam is held four times a year in the months of February, May, September and December. The exam leads to admission opportunity in more than 400 MBA/PGDM Colleges which are accepting MAT exam Scores. September MAT schedule for CBT, PBT and IBT is closed now. Read here all about MAT - its Registration Process, How to Prepare, College Accepting MAT and a lot more MAT 2023-2024
11. Cost of MBA Entrance Exams Registration & Application Form
MBA Entrance Exams Registration involves a cost of Rs.1000 to Rs.3000 for each test. The MBA entrance exam fee for the upcoming MBA entrance tests 2023-24 has gone up for some exams while for many other MBA entrance exams, the MBA entrance exam cost has been kept at last year level. The table below shares the cost of MBA entrance exam application form for each exam:
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MBA Entrance Exams
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MBA Entrance Exams Registration Fee (General category)
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MBA Entrance Exams Registration Fees (Reserved category)
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Rs.2400/-
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Rs.1200/-
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Rs.2000/-
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Rs.2000/-
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Exam Cancelled
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Exam Cancelled
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Rs.2800/-
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Rs.2800/-
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| Rs.2250/- | Rs.2250/- | |
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Rs.2000/-
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Rs. 1000/-
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MAH CET
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Rs.1000/-
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Rs. 800/-
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MAT
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Rs.1950/-
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Rs.1950/-
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Rs.1800/-
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Rs.1800/-
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Rs.1030/-
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Rs. 500/-
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It may be noted that if you appear in all the above MBA entrance exams, the cost of MBA entrance exam registration is around Rs.18,000/-. To avoid such a high MBA entrance exam registration fee, you may choose the preferred MBA entrance exams the scores of which are accepted by more MBA colleges. For example, CAT, XAT, CMAT, NMAT, MAT are the larger national level MBA entrance exams and cover more than 1000 MBA colleges accepting their exam score. This way you could reduce the burden of the MBA entrance exam cost.
12. How to decide which MBA Entrance Exam to take?
A difficult part while applying for MBA entrance exam is taking the decision which exams to choose and why to choose. It may be noted, if you decide to appear in all the MBA entrance exams, you may make a big hole in your pocket with more than Rs.20,000 spent only on MBA entrance exam fees. As such the suggestion is to think well on following parameters and then decide which are the most suitable MBA entrance exams that you should apply and appear in:
12.1: Shortlist Preferred MBA Colleges
You should select 8-10 most preferred MBA colleges in which you wish to take admission on following parameters:
- MBA College Fee: If the Fee is very high and you are not able to afford it, think again
- Placements: A consistent Record of High placements with rising average salary is a good sign
- Ranking & Accreditation: Trust only the best
- Faculty: The most important criteria, Choose wisely
- MBA Programs: Whether it offers General MBA or Specialized MBA, Make a Choice
- Legacy & Alumni: Larger the Network, better opportunities you will get
- Location: Either prefer Top Cities for MBA, or Top Colleges
- Infrastructure & Facilities: Good Ambience aids Great learning
- How tough is the MBA Entrance Exam for Admission? Check Exam Difficulty Level
12.2 MBA Entrance Exam Difficulty Level
MBA entrance exams have varying difficulty level. You need to assess your capability and preparation level and the time left to prepare and crack the exam with high score. If you wish to get admission in IIMs or other top MBA colleges, you need to appear in higher difficulty exam like CAT/XAT/IIFT and if you wish to pursue your MBA from other good MBA colleges, you can opt for moderate difficulty MBA entrance exams like NMAT/ SNAP/CMAT. Shared below are the MBA entrance exams with their difficulty level.
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Exam Difficulty Level |
MBA Entrance Exams |
Preparation Time Required |
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High |
XAT, CAT, IIFT |
6-12 Months |
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Moderate |
NMAT, SNAP, TISSNET |
4-6 Months |
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Easy |
CMAT, MAT, IBSAT |
2-3 Months |
12.3 How to Test Your Readiness and Choose Exams?
Before making a choice and applying for the MBA entrance exams, make sure of your readiness and the time left for exam preparation as you need sufficient time to prepare and crack the exam to get shortlisted by your preferred B-school
Take 4-5 Mock Tests and Check Your Score: If you wish to apply for high difficulty level exam, make sure that you get good score and sufficient time is left for your further preparation. For example, your CAT/XAT preparation requires more time than the CMAT, MAT preparation
Choose only 2-3 MBA Entrance Exams: After you have decided on preferred B-schools and your exam readiness, it becomes easier to choose the preferred MBA entrance exams. As such narrowing your choice will help you to score better as you will focus more on your exam preparation and can avoid making a hole in your pocket as well. Experts suggest a combination of 3-4 exams which offer you wider choice of MBA colleges as below:
CAT, XAT, IIFT: The difficulty level of these exams is higher than other exams. If you think you can crack these exams, you can choose one, two or all the three depending upon your choice. CAT has a larger acceptability as apart from IIMs, almost all the 500 top MBA colleges in India accept CAT score. However, XLRI does not accept CAT, so if you wish to get into XLRI you must appear in XAT which is unique with its Decision Making section. XAT score is accepted by 150+ B-schools in India. Similarly, IIFT MBA entrance test is a high difficulty level exam as score of GK in IIFT can turn your score favourably or against you
CAT or XAT and NMAT or SNAP: You can make a combination of high difficulty and moderate difficulty exams. You can choose 2 or more than 2 exams.
CAT and CMAT/MAT: Taking CAT and making a choice between CMAT and MAT could be good option. While CAT covers all the B-schools that accept CMAT and MAT, high score in CMAT can also offer good admission chances.
