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MAT selection and admission process 2025 - MAT score is accepted by over 800 B-Schools in India for MBA/PGDM admission. The MAT admission process includes Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). AIMA provides the option of applying to 5 MBA colleges through MAT registration. Candidates can select 5 colleges of their choice while filling the MAT 2025 application form. AIMA will send candidates' MAT scores to those college directly for admission shortlist.
The list of MAT participating institutes is provided in the MAT 2025 application form for selection. Once the result of MAT 2025 exam will be announced, these colleges send invitation of WAT/GD/PI or admission to the candidates.
MAT exam is conducted in multiple sessions in February, May, September and December. Candidates can choose to appear for the exam as per their convenience and admission cycle of the preferred college.Â
Q: Â For how long is MAT score valid?
MAT score is valid for admission for the same academic year in which the candidate has taken the exam. For example, MAT 2024 score will be valid for admission for 2024-2026 MBA batch only. If a candidate wishes to drop a year after taking the MAT exam, then they will have to appear for the exam once again next year. They should however check the eligibility or selection criteria to have a clarity of MAT score of which session/phase is valid for admission in which academic year. For example, for 2025 academic session MAT September 2024 and MAT December 2024 scores will be valid for admission to some MBA colleges who have the admission cycle of January-February. Whereas, colleges who conduct admission in March-May accept MAT February exam scores for admission. To simplify, MAT test takers must not try to use their score for admission more than one year after appearing for it. They should appear for it again and use the latest score for admission.
Q: Â What is the admission process through MAT?
Q: Â Who decides MAT cut off percentiles for admission?
MAT Selection Process and Participating Institutes 2025
Check below some key points related to MBA admission through MAT score:
- For MAT admission, candidates are required to select five MBA colleges while filling the MAT application form
- The colleges accepting MAT scores accept candidates for MBA admission who meet the MAT cut off
- The participating institutes shortlist students on the basis of parameters fixed by their admission committee
- MAT selection procedure includes Group Discussion (GD), Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) conducted by the institutes individuallyÂ
- AIMA has no role in selection of candidates for MBA admission through MAT
- Students may not get a call from the institute of their preference if they do not meet the MAT cut off or selection criteria
- Some of the MAT participating colleges offer admission to MAT qualifiers on the basis of exam score only. They do not conduct WAT/GD-PI
- Candidates can apply for more colleges, but in that case they will have to apply by filling the college application form themselves
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Q: Â Does JAGSoM Bangalore accept MAT score?
Admissions to a two-year PGDM course at Jagdish Sheth School of Management (JAGSoM) Bangalore is entrance-based. The institute accepts a valid score of MAT for admission to this course. Candidates can also apply via scores of other national-level entrance exams such as CAT, XAT and CMAT. Those who qualify for MAT can submit their scores at the time of filling the admission form. Apart from this, aspirants also have to qualify for Jagdish Management Aptitude Test (JAGMAT). The score of JAGMAT are also mandatory to submit at the time of admission. Click here to know about the complete process around JAGSoM admission 2024 for PGDM/ MBA course.
Q: Â What is the minimum cutoff for Lloyd Business School MAT cutoff 2023 for MBA?
Lloyd Buisness School provides a percentage of cutoff marks which is about minimum of 50 percent for the OBCand 45 percent for SC and ST and also with pretty good valid score in CAT/MAT. They will also provide scholarship for the students who have better score. The eligibility for the admission for MBA/ PGDM Admissions 2023 are mentioned as for aggregate of minimum 50% is required and the exams which accepted is MAT percentile cutoff of overall 65 .And other exams are : CAT,XAT,CMAT,ATMA.
Q: Â Is MAT required for Sri Balaji University Pune?
Yes, MAT results are accepted for admission to the PGDM programme at BIMM (Balaji Institute of Modern Management) in Pune. However, MAT scores are not required to fill out the admissions form. The total MAT cutoff is the 80th percentile. BIMM accepts CAT, XAT, C-MAT, and MAH-CET scores in addition to MAT. Admission to BIMM Pune requires a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in graduation from any university accredited by the UGC. To be eligible for BIMM Pune, you must have a CMAT score of 60 or more. Admission to the academic year 2023-25 will be based on MAT tests taken between September 2022 and March 2023.
MAT 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of MAT 2024 exam
Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
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09 Mar '25 | MAT 2025 PBT (February) |
23 Mar '25 | MAT 2024 CBT (February) |
MBA Admission Through MAT 2025
MBA admission through MAT includes three steps:
- Registering for MAT exam and selecting five MAT participating colleges as preference
- Appearing MAT exam (February, May, September or December)
- Participating in GD/PI/WAT round of the institutes selected as preference in the application form
Candidates must note that, beyond sending scores to the five MBA colleges that the candidate has chosen, AIMA has no role in admissions. The institutes conduct admission round and select candidates on the basis of their own parameters and selection criteria.
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MAT Cut Offs 2025
MAT cut offs for MBA/PGDM admission are lower than other MBA entrance exam. Around 80-90 percentile will be good enough to get you a good college. Given below is the list of some of the top MBA Colleges accepting MAT score and their expected admission cut offs:
MBA College |
MAT cut off 2025 (percentile) |
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90+Â |
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80-90 |
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80-90 |
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80-90 |
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80-90 |
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Indus Business Academy |
80-90 |
80-90 |
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80-90 |
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80-90 |
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80-85 |
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80-85 |
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80-85 |
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80-85 |
Q: Â What are the parameters on which MAT participating college shortlist candidates?
Q: Â Is the selection process of all the MAT participating colleges same?
Q: Â How will I know about MAT GD/PI schedule?
MAT Admission 2025: WAT/GD and PI
MAT 2025 qualifying candidates shortlisted for the personality assessment round will receive call letters on their registered email ID. They will have to appear for the selection rounds at the institutes. Details that will be mentioned on the call letter include:
- Last date to complete the registration
- Date, time and venue of WAT/GD/ PIÂ
- Documents to carry
- Fee amount to carryÂ
Candidates need to carry the following documents for WAT/GD-PI:Â
- Copy of MAT 2025 admit card
- Rank/score card of MAT
- Original and photocopy of Class 10 and 12Â certificates
- Original and photocopy of graduation marksheets
- Passport size coloured photographs
- Requisite admission fees
Q: Â Can I make another attempt at MAT exam, if I score low in first attempt?
Yes, you can attempt MAT exam as many times as you want. MAT is conducted multiple times in a year and three different modes. The MAT exam is held in February, May, September and December. In each phase there are 4-5 IBT sessions, 2 CBT sessions and 1 PBT session. If a candidate is not satisfied with their score of first attempt, they can choose any upcoming session to appear for it again. They can choose an exam phase and a session as per their preparation level, decision to pursue MBA or admission cycle of the target college. However, for each session, the candidate will have to fill a fresh application form and pay the fees. The score of the last attempted MAT exam will be considered for admission. Read More: https://www.shiksha.com/mba/articles/mat-exam-preparation-tips-blogId-11997
Q: Â Does AIMA conduct a counselling process for MBA Admission through MAT?
Q: Â What role does AIMA play in deciding the MAT percentile or MAT cut off?
MBA Colleges Accepting MAT Score
Over 800 MBA colleges in India accept MAT score. Given below is the list of some of the popular colleges accepting MAT score for admission to their MBA programmes:
Colleges Accepting MAT Score for MBA Admission |
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Also Read: List of MBA colleges accepting MAT
FAQs on MAT 2025 Counselling
Check here Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to MAT selection and admission process:
Q: Â Which are the top colleges for MAT score 60-70 percentile?
Q: Â I have got a composite score of 577.50 in MAT. Which are the best colleges to apply with this score?
Q: Â Is MAT required for admission in Asia-Pacific Institute of Management?
Yes, MAT scores are accepted for admission in Asia-Pacific Institute of Management. In addition to MAT, the institute also accepts scores of other entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, GMAT, and CMAT. It is important to note that the eligibility criteria for admission to Asia-Pacific Institute of Management require a bachelor's degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent marks.
Q: Â Which are the top colleges for MAT score 50-60 percentile?
Q: Â Is MAT required for BIMM Pune?
Yes, BIMM (Balaji Institute of Modern Management) Pune accepts MAT scores for admission to its PGDM program. However, MAT scores are not compulsory to fill the admission form. The overall cutoff for MAT is 80 percentile. In addition to MAT, BIMM also accepts CAT, XAT, C-MAT, MAH-CET scores. The eligibility criteria for admission to BIMM Pune requires a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in graduation from any university recognised by UGC. The cutoff required for CMAT is 60+ to be eligible for BIMM Pune. MAT exams from September 2022 to March 2023 will be considered for admission to the academic year 2023-25.
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Answered Yesterday
MAT 2025 exam schedule has been announced for February session. In February MAT will be conducted in CBT and PBT mode. Registration process for the same began from December 24, 2024. Check MAT 2025 exam dates below:
MAT 2025 February PBT (PAPER BASED TEST) | |
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PBT registration last date | March 2, 2025 |
MAT PBT admit card release | March 5, 2025 (5.00 PM Onwards) |
MAT PBT Date | March 9, 2025 |
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MAT 2025 February CBT (COMPUTER BASED TEST) | |
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CBT registration last date | March 9, 2025 |
MAT CBT admit card release | March 17, 2025 (5.00 PM Onwards) |
MAT CBT date | March 23, 2025 |
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered 6 days ago
Yes, VIT Bhopal does offer scholarship based on MAT score. The waiver percentage depends on the score of the candidates in MAT. Below is the criteria:
Criteria | Total Tuition Fee | Fee After Scholarship |
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MAT with a score of 791 to 800 | INR 6.97 lakh | 100%-INR 0 |
MAT with a score of 760 to 790 | INR 6.97 lakh | 50%-INR 3.48 lakh |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Depending on the admissions policies of the MES Institute of Management and Career Courses it is possible to get admitted to the MBA/PGDM programme without taking the MAT. MES Institute may take into account additional entrance examinations like CAT, XAT or their own entrance test even though many i
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, you can get admission to the MBA/PGDM course at Pratibha Institute of Business Management (PIBM) without the MAT exam. PIBM accepts scores from several other entrance exams, including MAH MBA CET, CAT, CMAT, GMAT, and XAT.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
The result of MAT (Management Aptitude Test) usually comes out in 3-4 weeks after the test conducted for Aruna Manharlal Shah Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai under the umbrella of SGSJK. MAT scores for the December 2024 session are expected to be out by mid January 2025. Every candidate
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
The Management Aptitude Test (MAT) result date for Pillai Institute of Management Studies and Research (PIMSR) depends on the session. Here are some general MAT result release dates:
May phase: Results are released in June–July
September phase: Results are released in October
December phase: Results ar
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, you can get admission to the MBA/PGDM programme at Matrix Business School, Pune, without MAT scores. The institute accepts various entrance exam scores, including CAT, CMAT, MAH MBA CET, and GMAT. As long as you have a valid score from one of these exams, you are eligible to apply. The selectio
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es, you can get admission to the MBA/PGDM programme at Aruna Manharlal Shah Institute of Management and Research (AMSIMR) in Mumbai without taking the MAT exam, provided you qualify through one of the other accepted entrance tests. AMSIMR considers scores from various national and state-level exams
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For general considerations, the MAT cut-offs for admission to MMS at St. Francis Institute of Management and Research SFIMAR, Mumbai happen to be around 70% to 75 % percentile. But still there exists a possibility that, they may change year-to-year based on the total candidates applying, the intake
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a week ago
Yes, you can get admission to the Master of Management Studies (MMS) course at Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management (LLIM) without taking the Management Admission Test (MAT). LLIM accepts scores from other entrance exams such as the CAT (Common Admission Test), MAH-MBA CET, XAT (Xavier Aptitude Te
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Contributor-Level 7
1427 Institutes accepting MAT
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