UGAT BCA 2025: Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

UGAT 2025 registrations will begin anytime soon. The application schedule is announced on the official website of UGAT. The AIMA UGAT application process begins with the UGAT registration and application fee payment. Candidates need to submit their UGAT application form before the deadline. Candidates will have to choose the their preferred institutes they wish to apply for their course through UGAT score. Candidates will be eligible for admission to only those institutes that they had selected in the UGAT application form. The application window for UGAT will likely be opened for approximately two or three months. The last date to register for the UGAT 2025 exam is June 6, 2025. 

Yes, students who are in Class 12 or are awaiting for their Class 12 results can certainly apply for the UGAT exam. The basic eligibility crtieria for appearing for the UGAT exam is as follows:

• Candidate must have secured at least 50% aggregate at Class 12 level
• There is no age bar. Candidates of any age can appear for the exam.
• Applicants in Class 12 or awaiting the results are also eligible to apply provisionally. This means that they would be requireed to present their Class 12 marksheet, school leaving certificate, transfer certificate, etc. at the time of admission. If the candidate fails to submit the required documents, then, their candidature will be cancelled.

The UGAT exam is held for two hours or 120 minutes. There is only one slot for the UGAT exam. The candidates need to solve the question paper in 120 minutes and this means that the candidates will have less than a minute to solve each question. Candidates must take care of marking their answers at every step as the moment 120 minutes will get over, the candidates will be asked to stop writing. The UGAT exam is conducted in the morning shift, i.e. from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Also, there is no provision for changing the exam slot. Candidates must make sure that they reach the UGAT exam centre by 8:00 AM in order to complete the frisking formalities at the entry gate. Candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam centre beyond 8:45 AM.

No, UGAT is conducted only once a year. Candidates have to wait for the next session if they miss this year's exam. The UGAT exam is conducted in the PBT (paper-based test) mode. Based on the UGAT scores, students can apply for admission to integrated management programme used for admission into various undergraduate programs offered by colleges and universities in India. The exam will only be conducted in the computer-based test mode for all the sessions across various cities. The difficulty level of the UGAT exam is usually easy and the candidates can easily prepare for this exam. Candidates who wish to appear for the UGAT exam need to apply on the official website of AIMA and fill out the UGAT application form once the application window opens. UGAT is held in about 20 test cities across the country, and the students need to visit the exam centre in order to take the exam.

Under Graduate Aptitude Test (UGAT) is a standardised test being administered by AIMA annually to screen the candidates for various undergraduate programs such as Integrated MBA (IMBA), BBA, BCA, BHM, B.Com, etc. UGAT bulletin is brought out along with the UGAT form and profiles the institutes/colleges/universities accepting UGAT score for the information of the candidates. It gives wide visibility of the institutes among potential candidates. The candidates are given the option to indicate any five of the participating institutes, colleges, universities. The data and score of the candidates are provided to the institutes, colleges, universities indicated by the candidates. In addition, candidates are provided with the individual scorecard, which can be produced by any institute. All the best.

AIMA conducts the UGAT exam in a paper based test mode at various centres. Candidates need to visit the allotted test centre to take the paper based UGAT exam. At the UGAT exam centre, each candidate is given the OMR sheet to mark the answers against each question. Candidates can only carry a black or blue point pen to the UGAT exam centre to mark the answers. 

The difficulty level of the UGAT syllabus is usually easy to moderate. The syllabus of UGAT is comparatively easier as compared to the syllabus of other integrated MBA exams such as IPMAT. However, a good preparation can land the candidates with good UGAT scores. Students should have a clear understanding of the UGAT syllabus as well as the UGAT exam pattern. The difficulty of the Under Graduate Aptitude Test (UGAT) syllabus can vary from one person to another, depending on their academic background, preparation, and familiarity with the topics covered in the exam. UGAT is a standardized test conducted by the All India Management Association (AIMA) to assess the aptitude of students for various undergraduate programs such as BBA, BCA, BHM, Integrated MBA, and more.

In other words, the UGAT syllabus is designed to assess the candidate's aptitude and skills in various areas like English language, mathematics, reasoning, and general knowledge. While it may be challenging for some candidates, it is not insurmountable with the right preparation and dedication. By understanding the syllabus, assessing your strengths and weaknesses, and preparing systematically, one can increase their chances of performing well in the UGAT exam.

The overall difficulty level of the UGAT exam is easy to moderate. A good score in UGAT can be subjective, but based on the difficulty level of the exam the following can be considered a good score in UGAT:

No, Maths is not a mandatory requirement but mathematics is a part of exam. Even the students from non-mathematics background are eligible to appear for the UGAT exam. However, the Quantitative Aptitude section of the UGAT exam is one of the toughest sections of UGAT and if the candidate wishes to ace the UGAT exam, then they need to brush up on your mathematics skills to get a good score in this section. Any student who has appeared for their Class 12 exams and passed from a recognised board will be eligibile to appear for the UGAT exam. 

The AIMA Under Graduate Aptitude Test (UGAT) is conducted once a year, usually in the month of May. The exam is conducted for admission to various undergraduate courses such as Integrated MBA, BBA, BCA and BHM and other courses by the All India Management Association (AIMA). As per the official notification of UGAT a candidate can only appear for the exam once in a year. There is no provision for multiple attempts in the same year. Therefore, if you want to appear for UGAT you can do so only once in a year. However, if you are not satisfied with your performance in the first attempt, you can apply for the exam in the following year. 

No, Maths is not a mandatory requirement but mathematics is a part of exam. Even the students from non-mathematics background are eligible to appear for the UGAT exam. However, the Quantitative Aptitude section of the UGAT exam is one of the toughest sections of UGAT and if the candidate wishes to ace the UGAT exam, then they need to brush up on your mathematics skills to get a good score in this section. Any student who has appeared for their Class 12 exams and passed from a recognised board will be eligibile to appear for the UGAT exam. 

All India Management Association (AIMA) has prescribed the UGAT eligibility criteria for admission to undergraduate programmes such as Integrated MBA,  BBA,  BCA and BHM and other courses. The UGAT eligibility criteria are the requirements that the applicants must fulfil before filling out the UGAT 2024 application form. The basic AIMA UGAT eligibility criteria state that the candidate must have completed Class 12. 

Applicants must fulfil the below-mentioned UGAT eligibility criteria in order to appear for the exam:

• The applicant must have completed Class 12 from a recognised board.
• The applicant must have secured at least 50% aggregate in Class 12.
• The applicants awaiting their Class 12 results are also eligible to apply for the UGAT exam.
• There is no age bar to appear for the UGAT exam. 
• The applicants from any stream, i.e. Arts, Commerce and Science can apply for the exam.
• The applicant must be a citizen of India if he/she wishes to appear for the UGAT 2024 exam. 

Yes, the UGAT eligibility criteria is the same for all categories. The candidates should has passed their Class 12 from a recognised board. They must have secured at least 50% aggregate in Class 12. There is no age limit for the candidates to be eligible for UGAT exam. The students who belong to the Foreign Nationals category are not eligible to appear for the AIMA UGAT exam. The candidate must be an Indian national irrespective of the state they belong to. 

The eligibility criteria for UGAT may vary slightly each year. However, based on the general eligibility criteria, the following criteria are typically applicable:

1. Age Limit: There is no age bar to be eligible to appear for UGAT exam. However, candidates need to fulfil the other UGAT eligiblity norms.

2. Educational Qualifications: Candidates must have completed their Class 12 or equivalent examination from arecognised board or institution. The qualifying examination should be completed in the year of the UGAT exam or in the preceding years.

3. Minimum Percentage: General and Non-Creamy Other Backward Classes (NC-OBC) category candidates must have scored a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the Class 10 and Class 12 standard examinations. For candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Disability (PWD) categories, a minimum of 55% aggregate marks is required.

The UGAT application forms are available online as well as offline. Candidates can apply for the UGAT exam online on the official website of AIMA as well as offline by downloading the UGAT registration form. Check below to know how to apply for UGAT offline: 

1. Candidates can download the AIMA UGAT application form from the institutes websites listed with AIMA or from AIMA head office located at the Lodhi Road, New Delhi.
2. Candidates need to pay a fee of INR 750 through cash or DD to AIMA. The DD should be drawn in the favor of 'All India Management Association' payable at New Delhi.
3. Candidates should also attach two self-attested slips or adhesive stickers.

Candidates must note that the UGAT 2024 application form must be submitted before the deadline. Also, it must be ensured that the information mentioned on the same is correct and complete. Forms having incomplete/incorrect information will be rejected.

There is a set limit to upload a photograph and digital signatures in the UGAT registration form. The size of the file should be between the prescribed size. Also, the dimensions of the image uploaded should match the ones mentioned in the instructions. If the documents are not in accordance with the prescribed format then the application form can be rejected. Candidates must note that there is a very small form correction window in the UGAT application process, hence they must carefully fill the application form and upload clear scanned copies of the documents.

No, the UGAT application form is the same for all categories. Students need to choose their respective categories while filling the registration form. Candidates must note that when they are applying for UGAT exam, the first step in the UGAT application process is registration. Students can then proceed on to filling the UGAT application form and paying thr application fee. Candidates must carefully fill the UGAT application form and uploaded the required documents. Candidates need to then make the fee payment online. Candidates must also note that once the fee payment has been made no changes can be made in the registration form and the fee will also not be refunded.

Yes, students who have completely filled the UGAT application form and paid the application fee before the due date can make corrections in the UGAT application form. However, there is a limit to the number of corrections that can be made. 

Candidates should carefully go through the UGAT application form before submission. In case, they wish to edit the form after submission, they can contact the authorities or visit the AIMA centre in New Delhi at the following address:

All India Management Association

Management House 14,

Institutional Area, Lodhi Road

New Delhi – 110003

Contact No – 011 – 24645100, 24617354, 43128100

 Fax – 011-24626689

UGAT admit cards will be available online which the candidates can download. Candidates can use their login credentials I. e. username and date of birth for the UGAT admit card download. Students must carry a coloured print out of the UGAT admit card with a recent coloured passport size photography affixed to it to the exam centre in order to gain entry at the UGAT exam centre.

No, after the UGAT exam is cleared, candidates will have to go through for further selection procedure conducted by the participating institutes. The UGAT scores are accepted various colleges and universities. Candidates need to meet the cutoff criteria of the participating institutes to take admissions. The admission process includes Written Ability Test (What), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). Other factors such as academic record, work experience, etc. are also considered for admission to various institutes which accept UGAT scores. UGAT score is only the first parameter on which the candidates are shortlisted for admission. The institutes first shortlist the candidates for WAT, GD and PI on the basis of their UGAT scores, marks obtained in Class 12. For the final selection, the institutes take UGAT scores, performance in GD/PI, What, Class 12 marks, work experience, academic diversity and gender diversity are taken into consideration.

Candidates who wish to appear for the UGAT exam and take admission to the top integrated MBA colleges accepting UGAT have to apply online. Candidates can apply for the UGAT exam by filling the UGAT application form. The registration for UGAT exam will be available on the official website of AIMA.

The UGAT application form 2024 will likely release in the last week of January 2024. Aspirants will be required to create a login ID and password by using their personal email ID and mobile number and complete the UGAT application process by paying the AIMA UGAT application fee. Students can check the complete UGAT application process on the official website of Shiksha. 

Candidates require the following documents for UGAT Counselling process:
- UGAT rank card
- UGAT admit card
- Aadhaar Card
- Class 10 marksheet
- Class 12 marksheet
- Transfer Certificate (TC)
- Caste Certificate of SC/ST/BC/Minorities (if applicable)
- Two recent passport-size photograph.

During the UGAT registration process, candidates need to select their UGAT exam centre. The candidates can choose upto five UGAT exam centres  for the UGAT exam centre allotment. Candidates should choose the test centres in the order of their preference, as they cannot be changed after the UGAT exam application form submission. Follow the steps mentioned below to know how to select the UGAT exam centre:

• Register on the official website of AIMA UGAT
• Login to the candidate portal and fill the rest of the UGAT application form
• Under the 'test centre' tab, choose the preferred test cities.
• Candidates can select up to five test centres while filling out the UGAT exam application form.
• Candidates must select test centres in order of their preference, i.e. from first to fifth.
• Fill up the entire UGAT application form, pay the application fee and finally and click 'Submit'.

The AIMA UGAT exam is conducted in various Tier 1 test cities in the country. Among these, the UGAT exam is conducted in Jaipur, Rajasthan. There are no other cities or districts in the state of Rajasthan where the UGAT exam is conducted. 

All India Management Association will conduct UGAT 2024 in the PBT, CBT and IBT modes across various centres. Applicants who wish to take the UGAT exam need to select their preferred examination city while filling out the UGAT 2024 application form. The details of the UGAT test centre will be mentioned on the UGAT admit card along with the date and time of the exam. Students applying for the UGAT exam can choose any of the following test centres:

1. Guwahati
2. Chandigarh
3. Raipur
4. Delhi NCR
5. Goa
6. Ahmedabad
7. Surat
8. Jammu
9. Sri Nagar
10. Ranchi
11. Indore
12. Bangalore
13. Ranchi
14. Bhopal
15. Mumbai
16. Pune
17. Bhubaneshwar
18. Jaipur
19. Chennai
20. Hyderabad
21. Coimbatore
22. Lucknow
23. Dehradun
24. Kolkata

Candidates will know their allotted UGAT exam centre only from the AIMA UGAT admit card. There is no way to know the test centre before the release of the UGAT admit card. The examination authority allots a test centre to aspirants in the city of their first preference as mentioned in the application form. So, candidates can atleast be assured that they will get a test centre in the city they had chosen as first preference in the UGAT application form. However, the venue will be mentioned only on the candidate’s admit card. So as soon as the UGAT admit card is released, candidates must check the test city and test centre details. In order to avoid any confusion, they must visit the centre at least once before the exam day.

The adequacy of six months to cover the UGAT (Under Graduate Aptitude Test) syllabus depends on several factors, including a candidate's current level of preparation, familiarity with the subjects, and the time they can devote to studying each day. Completing the UGAT syllabus in six months can be easier if the candidate has a strong foundation in the subjects covered under the UGAT syllabus such as English, Mathematics, General Knowledge and Reasoning. Students should assess how many hours they can dedicate to UGAT preparation each day. Consistent and focused daily study is crucial for effective preparation. Prioritize the weaker areas while maintaining strengths. To prepare better, aspirants should create a well structured study plan that outlines the topics they need to cover and allocates time for each subject/topic which will in turn help them covering the entire syllabus. When the candidates have covered the syllabus, they can leave some time in the final weeks before the exam for revision. Reviewing key concepts and practice questions to consolidate what they have studied will ensure thorough revision and build a strong preparation strategy.

Hence, six months can be sufficient to cover the UGAT syllabus if the preparation is planned effectively and a consistent and focused study routine is maintained. Additionally, keep in mind that effective time management, regular practice, and a structured study plan are key elements of successful UGAT preparation.

No, the UGAT exam cannot be given remotely. Every year the UGAT exam is conducted in the paper-based test mode. In 2021, the exam was however conducted in the internet-based test mode because of the coronavirus pandemic. Ever since, the UGAT exam has always been conducted in the paper-based test mode (CBT). To take the exam, candidates have to visit the UGAT exam centre and take the exam offline. They can choose upto five preferred UGAT test cities during the UGAT exam registration. Candidates must reach the test centre at least an hour before the commencement of the exam in order to avoid any hassle on the exam and complete the frisking formalities at the exam GATE smoothly. 

Preparing for the UGAT (Under Graduate Aptitude Test) at home can be effective with the right study materials and books. To prepare well for the UGAT entrance exam, it is crucial to have a good and right set of preparation books. Aspirants must obtain UGAT-specific study guides and practice papers that are designed to help you prepare specifically for this exam. They should also explore online resources, including UGAT sample papers and practice tests, to get a sense of the exam pattern and types of questions asked.

Some publishers offer UGAT-specific study guides that cover all sections of the exam. These guides often include practice questions and tips for exam preparation. Utilize online resources such as educational websites, YouTube tutorials, and online courses that focus on UGAT preparation.

Remember to create a structured study plan, allocate time to each section, and practice regularly. Additionally, take mock tests to assess your progress and identify areas that need improvement. A combination of these study materials and dedicated preparation will help you perform well in the UGAT exam.

Having the right set of books is very crucial to prepare for the UGAT exam. Candidates can refer to the following set of books for UGAT preparation:

1. English Language:
   • High School Grammar and Comprehension by Wren and Martin
   • Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
   • Objective General English by SP Bakshi
2. Numerical and Data Analysis:
   • NCERT Mathematics books
   • Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams by RS Aggarwal
   • Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma
3. Reasoning and Intelligence:
   • A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
   • Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey
   • Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
4. General Knowledge
   • Manorama Year Book
   • Newspapers
   • Lucent's General Knowledge 

In addition to these books, consider using UGAT-specific study guides and practice papers that are designed to help you prepare specifically for this exam. Also, don't forget to explore online resources, including UGAT sample papers and practice tests, to get a sense of the exam format and types of questions asked.

The important documents to be carried to the exam centre include the following:

• Two coloured printouts of the UGAT admit card
• Photos of the candidate affixed to the AIMA UGAT admit card (preferrable the same as the one uploaded in SET application form)
• Valid photo ID proof (issued by the Government of India) such as Passport, Aadhar Card, Driving License, Pan Card, etc. 
• Black or blue ball point pen
• Hand sanitizer
• Transparent water bottle

Candidates who are appearing for the UGAT exam must report at the exam centre at least an hour before the commencement of the exam. The UGAT exam will be conducted from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Candidates must reach the exam centre the latest by 8:00 AM. Candidates must also note, that they will not be allowed to leave the exam centre before the exam gets over. 

Yes, the UGAT exam has negative marking. Candidates appearing for the UGAT exam must know that UGAT question paper has negative marking for each incorrect answer that they mark during the exam. Two marks will be awarded to the candidates for each correct answer they mark and 0.5 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer. Candidates should carefully mark the answers during the exam. 

The difficulty level of cracking UGAT can vary depending on individual preparation, familiarity with the exam pattern, and overall aptitude. For some candidates, UGAT may pose a moderate challenge, while others may find it relatively easier to crack.

With proper preparation, including a thorough understanding of the UGAT exam syllabus, regular practice with mock tests and previous year papers, and effective time management strategies, candidates can enhance their chances of success in the UGAT exam. Additionally, staying updated with current affairs, improving English language skills, and honing quantitative aptitude and reasoning abilities can contribute to a better performance.

Overall, while UGAT may require dedicated effort and preparation, it is considered manageable for candidates who approach it systematically and diligently.

Solving the UGAT question paper is very important from preparation point of view. Since UGAT is a speed based test where candidates have to read long passages, tables and charts, do multiple calculations and solve tricky puzzles, one needs to have prior practice of the same. The UGAT mock tests serve this purpose. However, to know what type of passages and puzzles are there in the UGAT exam, you need to solve previous years' question papers. Some of the benefits of solving previous years' UGAT question paper are:

1. With the help of previous year's UGAT question paper, you can understand the latest UGAT exam pattern and marking scheme
2. Practicing UGAT question papers improves speed and accuracy in solving the questions
3. Practicing UGAT question papers improves time management skills as you would get to know which type of questions take how much time.
4. When you practice UGAT question papers, you gain confidence that you can solve all types of UGAT questions. This confidence helps in performing better in the exam.