BMAT Exam Pattern 2025: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

BVP Management Aptitude Test 2025 ( BMAT )

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Updated on Jan 3, 2025 16:53 IST

BMAT pattern 2025 is decided and formed by Bharatiya Vidyapeeth University (BVDU). The BMAT exam will be conducted in the computer-based test mode. According to the BMAT exam pattern, the question paper will be divided into four sections and each section will have 50 multiple-choice questions. The duration of the B-MAT exam 2025 will be three hours. Read below to know detailed information about the BMAT exam pattern 2025.

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Q:   What is the marking scheme in BMAT?

A:

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

  1. Total Marks: The total marks for BVP BMAT is 200. 

  2. Correct Answers: Candidates are awarded marks for each correct answer. Candidates are awarded one mark for each correct answer. 

  3. Negative Marking: There is no negative marking for incorrect answers

  4. Unanswered Questions: Unanswered questions typically do not attract any marks. Therefore, candidates are encouraged to attempt all questions, even if they are unsure about the answers, as there is no penalty for incorrect responses.

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Q:   What is the mode of BMAT exam?

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BMAT exam is a university-level test, conducted for admission in MBA programmes in colleges associated with Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University (BVDU). The BMAT exam is conducted in the computer-based test mode. The BMAT question paper has multiple-choice questions and there are no subjective questions. The duration of the exam is 180 minutes or 3 hours. 

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B-MAT Exam Pattern 2025

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BMAT Exam Pattern

BMAT Exam Pattern

Features

Details

Exam mode

Computer-Based Test mode (CBT)

Duration

150 minutes

Type of questions

Objective-type questions with four options

Total questions

200 MCQs

Total sections

4 sections

Total marks

200 marks

Marking scheme

1 mark for each correct option

No negative marking for wrong attempts 

0 marks awarded or deducted for questions not attempted

Q:   Is there negative marking in BMAT exam?

A:

No, the BMAT exam does not have negative markings. Each question in the BMAT exam carries one mark and if the answer is incorrect students will not be penalised for that particular question. If the candidate marks more than one answer for a particular question, the answer will be considered incorrect. To avoid maximum marks deduction, students must attempt the easier question first and then move on to the more difficult ones in that particular section. If the student is unsure about a particular question, they can also skip the question. No marks will be deducted or awarded for unanswered questions. 

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Q:   What is the sectional time limit of BMAT?

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There is no sectional limit for the BMAT exam. The overall duration of the BMAT exam is three hours or 180 minutes. Candidates have to adhere to the time limit of the exam as extra time will not be given to the candidates and the system will reset after the time is over. There is a total of 200 questions in the BMAT exam, hence, the students are adviced not spend over 2-3 minutes on one question. 

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B-MAT 2025 Section-wise Weightage

Check out the section-wise weightage in of B-MAT question paper 2025 in the table below.

Sections

Questions per section

Marks per section

Numerical Ability

50

50

Management Skills

50

50

English & Comprehension

50

50

Logical Reasoning

50

50 

Total

200 questions

200 marks

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Q:   Are there any subjective questions in the BMAT exam?

A:

No, there are no subjective-type questions in the BVP BMAT exam. The BMAT question paper only has 200 multiple-choice questions. The total duration of the exam is 180 minutes or one hour. Each question of the BMAT exam has four options and one option among them is correct. There is no negative marking in the BMAT exam, hence, the students have the option of attempting all the questions. However, they must not waste time on one particular question which they are unsure about. Each question carries one mark. 

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Q:   What is the structure of the BMAT question paper?

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The BMAT question paper is divided into four sections. There are 50 multiple-choice questions in each section. The total number of questions are thus 200. Each question is a multiple-choice question and has four options each. The BVP BMAT exam is conducted online in a computer-based test mode. There is no negative markings. Students will not be penalized for marking incorrect answers.

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FAQs Regarding BMAT Exam Pattern

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Q:   How to prepare for BMAT?

A:

To prepare well for BMAT and excel in the exam, candidates should adopt a structured study plan, practice regularly with mock tests and previous year question papers, and focus on strengthening their weaker areas. Additionally, staying updated with current affairs and practicing time management during the exam can also contribute to a better performance.

Overall, while BVP BMAT may present challenges, candidates who approach the exam with dedication and strategic preparation can improve their chances of success.

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Q:   When will the BMAT exam be conducted?

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BMAT exam is usually conducted at least twice in a year. The first session of BMAT 2025 exam will likely be conducted in the first week of April 2025. BVDU conducted the BMAT exam for admission to the PGP courses every year in the computer-based test mode. The candidate who qualifies the BMAT exam is then called for the further admission process which includes Group Discussion and Personal Interview.

Last year, BMAT exam was conducted on April 7, 2024. Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune, conducted the management exam for admission to its various PGP courses. The registrations for BMAT 2024 started online. 

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Q:   Is BMAT difficult to crack?

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The difficulty level of the Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University (BVP) BMAT (Bharati Vidyapeeth Management Aptitude Test) can vary from candidate to candidate. Generally, the difficulty of the exam depends on various factors such as the candidate's preparation level, familiarity with the exam pattern, and aptitude for management studies.

BVP BMAT is designed to assess a candidate's aptitude in areas like Quantitative Aptitude, Logical and Abstract Reasoning, Management Skills, and Current Affairs. Candidates who have a strong foundation in these areas and have prepared thoroughly are likely to find the exam manageable.

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