UGAT Exam Pattern 2025: Get Latest Paper Pattern & Marking Scheme

Under Graduate Aptitude Test 2025 ( UGAT )

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Updated on Sep 9, 2024 14:23 IST

UGAT exam pattern 2025 is prescribed by All India Management Association (AIMA) which conducts the exam for undergraduate courses. It specifies the structure of the question paper, type of questions, marking scheme and total marks. This year, the AIMA UGAT 2025 exam will likely be conducted in the PBT mode. Candidates who appear for the UGAT exam have to visit the test centre for the same. Read below to know the UGAT 2025 exam pattern in detail.

Q:   Is UGAT an offline or an online exam?

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UGAT exam will be conducted in computer-based test, paper-based test mode and internet-based test modes this year. The changes in the exam pattern were made in the year 2023, when all the modes of examination were introduced. Earlier, the UGAT exam was conducted only in the offline or paper-based test mode. Candidates opting for the PBT and CBT modes of examination will be required to visit the UGAT exam centre in order to take the exam. 

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Q:   What is the sectional time limit in UGAT exam?

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As per the latest UGAT exam pattern, there is no sectional time limit to attempt different sections of the UGAT question paper. Candidates will be given a total of two hours to attempt the UGAT question paper. Candidates must note that timer and chalk the strategy to attempt the questions accordingly. Candidates will not be given extra time to attempt the UGAT exam. The exam will close automatically when the duration ends. Candidates can switch between the sections to attempt the questions and utilize the exam duration as per their preference for different sections. 

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Q:   Is there any negative marking in UGAT?

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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. 

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UGAT Exam Pattern 2025: Overview

Check some important points for the UGAT exam pattern below:

  • The UGAT question paper will be divided into four sections- English Language, Numerical and Data Analysis, Reasoning and Intelligence, General Knowledge
  • AIMA UGAT 2025 comprises objective type questions
  • For Integrated MBA, BBA, BCA duration of the exam will be two hours and for BHM, it is three hours
  • There will be negative marking for wrong answers. 

Q:   Is UGAT difficult to crack?

A:

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.

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Q:   What is the syllabus & exam pattern of the AIMA UGAT?

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UGAT BBA tests have English, Logical Reasoning, General Knowledge, and Numerical & Data Analysis. The exam is conducted in pen and paper mode as well as online mode. Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, Punctuation, Passive, Nouns, Adjectives, Verbs and proverbs, Articles direct and indirect speech, Sentence formation, Adverbs grammar, Reading comprehension, Verbal reasoning and verbal ability. Numerical Data Analysis - Arithmetic, Numeric calculations, Linear equations, Matrices, Basic properties of sets and groups, Scalars, Vectors, Coordinate systems, Tensors, and transformation. Reasoning and Intelligence - General reasoning ability, Puzzles, Original and varied questions, Numerical Riddle.
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UGAT Exam Pattern 2025: Marking Scheme and Sectional Weightage

Check the UGAT exam pattern 2025 highlights in the table below.

UGAT Exam Pattern 

Details 

Exam Mode 

Paper-based test mode

Sectional Time Limit

No

Test Duration 

2 hours 

Type of Questions 

Multiple Choice Questions 

Number of Questions

130

Total Marks

130

Negative Marking 

Yes

Medium

English

UGAT Sectional Weightage

Check the UGAT 2025 sectional weightage in the table below.

Section

Number of Questions

Marks per section

English Language

40

40

Numerical and Data Analysis

30

30

Reasoning and Intelligence

30

30

General Knowledge

30

30

Note: For candidates seeking admission to BHM course, an additional one hour test will be conducted for evaluating the candidate’s service and scientific aptitude.

Q:   What is the marking scheme of UGAT?

A:

The UGAT exam is conducted in the paper-based test mode. The UGAT question paper has multiple-choice questions. The marking scheme for the UGAT exam is as follows:

FeatureMarking Scheme
Correct Answer1 mark
Incorrect AnswerNegative marking
Total marks130
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Q:   What is the mode of UGAT exam?

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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. 

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Best Books for UGAT Preparation

Check out the table below to know the best books to read for UGAT preparation 2025.

Book Name

Author/Publisher

Mathematics Books for Standard 8, 9 and 10

NCERT

Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations

RS Aggarwal/S Chand publication

High School English Grammar

Wren & Martin

General English

Arihant Publications

A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal, Non-Verbal & Analytical

Arihant publications

Short-cuts in reasoning

Disha Publications

General Knowledge

Arihant Publications

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Q:   Can someone provide tips to crack UGAT?

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You should be very strong in your basics. Next, the most important part is Quantitative aptitude. Be very clear with it. Next is reasoning part. Well you can work out with this one but time management in this area is important. In my opinion 2-3 minds is sufficient and required. Next, is English. Now its really very easy, the difficult part in English is the vocabulary part. It will become very easy for you if you just jot down 5 different words each day and just memorize it (along with their synonyms and antonyms). That's all. If you do it from now you will be surely able to crack UGAT. Then you can prepare for your GD PI round. 

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Q:   What is the purpose of UGAT exam?

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The Undergraduate Aptitude Test (UGAT) is a national-level exam that screens students for undergraduate programmes. The All India Management Association (AIMA) conducts the UGAT annually. The UGAT is used to select students for courses such as BBA, BCA, Integrated MBA, and BHM.
The UGAT is a competitive entrance exam that is conducted in internet-based test mode, computer-based and paper-pencil formats. The exam pattern is decided by AIMA. For each incorrect answer, 0.5 marks are deducted. To be eligible for the UGAT, students must have completed their HSC (Class 12) in any stream and from any recognised board and with the mandatory minimum aggregate. Students who wish to appear for the UGAT exam must go through UGAT exam eligibility criteria.
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