Question 1

What is the MAT 2027 exam pattern?

Accepted Answer

MAT has 200 questions for 200 marks in 150 minutes (2.5 hours). Five sections of 40 questions each: Language Comprehension, Mathematical Skills, Data Analysis & Sufficiency, Intelligence & Critical Reasoning, and Indian & Global Environment. Negative marking: -0.25.

Question 2

How many colleges accept MAT scores for MBA?

Accepted Answer

Over 600 AICTE-approved MBA institutes across India accept MAT scores. However, only the composite score (first 4 sections, excluding Indian & Global Environment) is used for admission. Top MAT-accepting colleges include IFIM Bangalore, BIMTECH, Jaipuria Institute, and FORE School of Management.

Question 3

How many times is MAT conducted per year?

Accepted Answer

AIMA conducts MAT 4–5 times a year in February, May, September, and December. A CBT (Computer-Based Test) and IBT (Internet-Based Test) mode are offered. Best MAT score from the last 12 months is typically accepted by most colleges.

Question 4

What MAT score is considered good for top colleges?

Accepted Answer

MAT scaled score is out of 800 (based on 4 sections). Scores above 600 are considered competitive for top MAT-accepting colleges. A score of 650+ typically gets shortlisted at Tier-2 B-schools. IFIM Bangalore requires 600+, and Jaipuria requires 550+.

Question 5

Is MAT score valid for more than one year?

Accepted Answer

Yes, most MAT-accepting colleges accept scores from the last 12–24 months. AIMA declares the validity when releasing scores. This allows candidates to use a strong score for multiple admission cycles without re-appearing. Many colleges accept multiple MAT scores and use the best one.

Phase	Time Budget	Target Questions
First pass (attempt easy Qs)	90 min	140 Qs
Second pass (attempt medium)	45 min	40 Qs
Review & guess	15 min	Remaining

Year	Questions	Duration	Key Change
2025	200	150 min	Current pattern
2024	200	150 min	No major change
2023	200	150 min	Section added

MAT Exam Pattern 2027 — Complete Question Paper Structure

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section-wise Pattern

Marking Scheme

Time Management Strategy

Year-wise Pattern Changes

Difficulty Distribution

Frequently Asked Questions

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Subject / Section	Questions	Marks per Q	Total Marks	Time (approx)
Language Comprehension	40	+1	40	30 min
Mathematical Skills	40	+1	40	30 min
Data Analysis & Sufficiency	40	+1	40	30 min
Intelligence & Critical Reasoning	40	+1	40	30 min
Indian & Global Environment	40	+1	40	30 min
Total	200	—	200	150 min