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SMAT 2025 application form can be filled at the official website of the International Institute of Sports Management (IISM). Candidates can register for Sports Management Admission Test (SMAT) for admission to UG anf PG management courses. SMAT 2025 registration window will open most likely in February 2025.
The SMAT application form will be available in online mode only. Once the SMAT form is filled, a scanned copy of the same needs to be sent to IISM.
Candidates who have appeared for MAH-CET-MBA/MMS and have obtained 55 percentile (Open category) and 45 percentile (Reserved Category) can seek admission to IISM without appearing in SMAT. To be eligible for the UG programme of the IISM SMAT candidates should secure 50 per cent in the Class 12 exam.
Q: How can I register for Sports Management Admission Test (SMAT)?
SMAT application forms are released online at the IISM website. Candidates need to fill the application form by registering on the IISM website and creating a login ID. Since, the SMAT is conducted every month, the registration window also opens every month for that particular exam session. Currently, the registration window for February phase exam is open. The link to apply is given above on this page.
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Q: What is the SMAT application fee?
The fee amount to be paid for SMAT is INR 1,800. Candidates have to pay the fee in online mode at the time of application submission. For every attempt, candidates need to register afresh and pay the application fee. Candidates must also note that the SMAT application fee is non refundable.
Upvote Q: Which courses are offered by IISM through SMAT?
IISM offers Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management, Master’s Degree in Sports Management, Post Graduate Programme in Sports Management, Bachelor’s of Sports Science and Master’s of Sports Science.
Upvote How to Apply for SMAT 2025?
Candidates will have to follow the below-mentioned steps to successfully register and apply for the Sports Management Admission Test 2025:
Step 1: Registration
The candidate will have to visit the official website of the International Institute of Sports Management in order to register for the SMAT 2025. On visiting the homepage of the institute, the candidate will have to click on the link ‘Register Now'.
Link to Apply: https://admissions.iismworld.com/
On opening the link, the candidate will have to fill in the following details:
| Details to be filled in the registration form |
|
|---|---|
| Name |
Email Address |
| Phone number |
Password |
| State |
City |
| Course |
Captcha |
On registering, the candidate will receive a login ID and password on the entered email ID. The candidate will have to use the credentials to log into the website.
Step 2: Application Form
The candidate will have to download the SMAT application form and fill up the details required on the form.
- Go to the IISM website or click on the link given above
- Enter login credentials to log in to your account
- Fill the application form with relevant details
- Upload passport size photo and scanned signature
- Upload relevant documents
- Pay the application fee to complete the process
Q: Who can apply for Sports Management Admission Test or SMAT exam?
A candidate who has a keen interest in Sports Management can apply for SMAT for admission to UG or PG courses of their choice.
- Eligibility criteria for UG courses is Class XII pass with a minimum aggregate of 50% for Open Category & 45% for reserved category in all the subjects.
- Eligibility criteria for UG courses is Graduation with a minimum aggregate of 50% for Open Category & 45% for reserved category in all the subjects.
Upvote Q: What is the admission process of the SMAT Exam?
Clearing both the SMAT and the personal interview stage is required for the SMAT selection procedure. SMAT and PI are given 80% and 20% of the total points, respectively. Candidates who scored at or above the 65th percentile in the following tests: CAT 2021, 22/ NMAT 2021, 22/ XAT 2022, 23/ Valid GMAT (2019 onwards).
Upvote SMAT 2025 Important Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Sports Management Admission Test (SMAT) 2025 exam
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
22 Jul '24 | SMAT 2024 Exam - July session 2 |
20 Jul '24 | Last date of essay submission for SMAT 2024 July Session 2 |
18 Jul '24 | Last date to apply for July Session 2 |
SMAT Application Fee 2025
Once all the details have been filled in and the documents have been uploaded in the SMAT 2024 application form, the candidate will have to pay the application fee, which is INR 1,800.
Candidates can pay SMAT 2025 fee via the following modes:
- Online (Net banking / Credit card / Debit card)
- Cheque
- Cash
- Demand Draft
The account details are as follows:
| Name of Bank |
ICICI Bank |
|---|---|
| Name |
Eduhub Education Pvt. Ltd. A/c IISM |
| A/C No |
003505011613 |
| NEFT/ IFSC Code: |
ICIC0000035 |
| Branch |
ICICI Thane (W) |
| Name of Bank |
Kotak Mahindra Bank |
|---|---|
| Name |
Eduhub Education Pvt. Ltd. A/c IISM |
| A/C No |
3611621398 |
| NEFT/ IFSC Code |
KKBK0000675 |
| Branch |
Manpada, Thane (W) |
Once all the formalities are completed, the candidate will receive an application number which will be used for future purposes.
Q: What is the placement salary at International Institute of Sports & Management?
The institute has released the course-wise the highest package for the 2023 drive. The overall the highest package stood at INR 6.60 LPA and was grabbed by MSM students. The table below depicts the International Institute of Sports & Management the highest package for 2023:
| Course | the highest Package (2023) |
|---|---|
| BSM | INR 5.40 LPA |
| MSM | INR 6.60 LPA |
| PGPSM | INR 4.50 LPA |
Upvote Q: Which was the top sector during PGPSM placements at International Institute of Sports & Management?
Content and Operations were the top sectors with 22.2% of PGPSM students placed in each during the 2023 placements. The snip below showcases the sector-wise split of PGPSM batch 2023 during International Institute of Sports & Management placements:
Source: Official Website
Upvote Details to be Filled in SMAT Application Form 2025
| Details to be filled in the application form |
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|---|---|
| Name |
Father/Mother name |
| Gender |
Aadhar Card |
| Date of Birth |
Mobile number |
| Education details |
Education certificates |
Along with the details, the candidate will have to upload a scanned copy of their passport size photograph and signature. The details are as follows:
Passport Size Picture
| Document |
Passport Size photograph |
|---|---|
| Format |
JPEG |
| Size |
up to 2 MB |
| Picture |
Coloured |
Signature
| Document |
Signature |
|---|---|
| Format |
JPEG |
| Size |
up to 2 MB |
| Picture |
Black/Blue colour |
The candidate will have to upload the above images along with their educational certificates and mark sheets with the application form.
Q: In which sector MSM students received the highest number of offers during International Institute of Sports & Management placements?
It has been observed that the majority of MSM students were placed in the Operations (32.70%) and Sales/ Business Development (20.60%) sectors, followed by Content (17.20%). The table below showcases the sector-wise distribution of International Institute of Sports & Management, Mumbai placements 2023 for MSM:
Sector | Placement statistics (2023) |
|---|---|
Operations | 32.70% |
Sales/ Business Development | 20.60% |
Content | 17.20% |
Marketing | 12% |
| Data Analytics | 8.60% |
Athlete Management | 3.40% |
Accreditation | 1.70% |
| PR | 1.70% |
Sports Facility Manager | 1.70% |
Upvote Q: Is SMAT a mandatory entrance test for IISM?
Yes, SMAT is a mandatory entrance test. Master of Sports Management, PGP in Sports and Wellness Management & PGP in Sports Event Management aspirants can apply with their MAH-CET scores. Such candidates will not have to appear for SMAT.
Upvote Instructions Related to SMAT Application Form 2025
- The candidates are advised to read the instructions before applying to the programme
- All fields marked with * need to be compulsory filled
- An Online application number will be displayed once the aspirant has successfully submitted the online form by making the online payment
- The candidate can quote the application number on any communication with IISM
- Candidates are advised to keep the scanned copies handy of their respective coloured photographs, and signature for uploading
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 months ago
For admission to SNU MBA programme, an entrance exam score is mandatory. If a candidate wishes to not appear for SMAT, the university’s own entrance test, then they will have to possess a valid score of CAT/XAT/NMAT/GATE/ GRE/GMAT exams. Only then their application will be accepted for admission.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
SMAT is an easy exam. There is no pressure to score a high percentile as well. The SMAT cut off is usually around 60-70 percentile. Questions from VARC, DILR and Quantitative Aptitude are easy in nature and not complicated. SMAT exam does not have negative marking or sectional time limit so there is
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
SMAT result is announced online. Candidates can check their scores and download the result by logging into their account, created at the time of registration.
· Open Shiv Nadar University website in a new browser
· Click on SNU MBA Admissions 2025
· Go to results section
· Enter
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
To appear for SMAT, a student needs to fill the registration form for SNU MBA admission. There are two ways to get admission –through SMAT and through other MBA entrance exams.
Upon registration, the candidate will be given the option to choose whether they wish to take the SMAT or not. If they selec
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
SMAT is an MCQ based test. It is conducted for 1.5 hours. The pattern is described below:
SMAT Exam Pattern | Details |
Exam Mode | Online |
Sections | Quantitative Aptitude Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning Verbal & Reading Comprehension |
Number of questions | 60 |
Number of answer choices | 4 |
Exam duration | 90 minutes |
Sectional time limit | No |
Negative Marking | No |
Marks per question | 2 |
Total marks | 120 |
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