The MAT May 2025 examination schedule has officially become available for public view. Both the Paper-Based Test (PBT) happens on May 31 while the Computer-Based Test (CBT) takes place on June 8, 2025. Registrations for MAT 2025 are now open, and candidates can apply online. This time, the registration fee for the May session has been increased.
In this article, you’ll find all the important details including the updated fee structure, step-by-step registration process, and a list of top 10 MBA colleges accepting MAT May 2025 scores.
MAT 2025 session | Registration Deadline | Exam Date | Result Date |
Feb | Jan 2025 | Feb 2025 | Feb 2025 |
May | April 2025 | May 2025 | May 2025 |
Sep | August 2025 | Sep 2025 | Sep 2025 |
Dec | November 2025 | Dec 2025 | Dec 2025 |
One of the most flexible features of MAT is that you can take the exam in three different modes:
PBT (Paper Based Test) | Offline mode, using pen and paper |
CBT (Computer Based Test) | Online mode at designated test centres |
IBT (Internet Based Test) | Take the exam from home using a computer with webcam and internet |
Features | Details |
Exam Name | Management Aptitude Test (MAT) |
Conducting body | AIMA |
Exam level | National |
Frequency | 4 times a year |
Exam Duration | 2 hour 30 minutes |
Total question | 200 |
Qustion Type | MCQs (multiple Choice Question) |
Total Marks | 200 |
Marking Scheme | +1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong answer |
MAT tests your overall aptitude across five sections:
Language Comprehension
Mathematical Skills
Data Analysis and Sufficiency
Intelligence and Critical Reasoning
Indian and Global Environment (GK)
Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university
Final Year Students: Those in the final year of their bachelor’s degree can also apply
Age Limit: No age limit
Number of Attempts: No restriction
Here’s how to register for MAT:
1. Visit the official website: https://mat.aima.in
2. Click on "Register" and fill in basic details
3. Upload scanned photograph and signature
4. Select exam mode (PBT/CBT/IBT) and preferred cities
5. Pay the exam fee online
6. Download confirmation page
₹2100 for one test mode
₹3300 for two test modes (e.g., CBT + IBT)
Christ University, Bangalore |
Amity Business School, Noida |
Jagan Institute of Management studies (JIIMS), Delhi |
Institute of Finance and International Management (IFIM) Bangalore |
BIMTECH, Grater Noida |
Jaipuria Institute of Management |
PSG Institute of Management, Coimbatore |
Know the syllabus and exam pattern
Practice with previous year papers and mock tests
Focus on time management – 200 questions in 150 minutes needs speed and accuracy
Read newspapers daily to improve GK and language skills
Join online coaching or use trusted study material for focused prep
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