ATMA 2018 Important Dates, Exam Centres, FAQs

About ATMA 2018

AIMS Test for Management Admissions (ATMA) is a credible, comprehensive and single-window test for admission to postgraduate management programmes offered by various institutions across India. The exam is conducted at the national level by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS). The scores of ATMA can help determine a candidate's suitability for management education and career. The exam is usually held four times in a year. However, it was held five times in the year 2017 (in August). This year, the exam is being conducted five times - in the months of January, February, May, July and August.

ATMA 2018 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates who wish to apply for ATMA 2018 must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria prescribed for the exam. The eligibility norms give a fair idea to the applicants of whether or not they are eligible to apply for ATMA. The examination is conducted four times in a year, starting from January. However, the eligibility norms for each session of ATMA 2018 examination remain the same.

Note: Applicants must carefully cross-check the prescribed eligibility criteria of ATMA 2018. Those who fail to meet the eligibility norms can be disqualified from taking the exam.

Detailed Eligibility Criteria for ATMA 2018

The detailed eligibility criteria for ATMA 2018 examination is elaborated below:

Candidates who are citizens of India are eligible to take ATMA 2018 examination.
Bachelor’s degree is a must for all the candidates appearing for ATMA 2018.
Candidates who are in the final year can also apply for the ATMA 2018 examination. However, the admission to management courses in various B-Schools that accept ATMA 2018 score is based on the qualifying status of the applicants in UG degree.
All the applicants must have at least 50% of marks in three-year or four-year UG degree. Without the minimum eligibility marks, the candidates will be ineligible to register for ATMA 2018 examination. However, the minimum qualifying marks in UG degree varies from institute to institute.
Candidates who appeared for ATMA examination in 2017 or earlier can also apply for ATMA 2018 examination.
There is no age restriction on the applicants.
Work experience is not necessary to apply for ATMA 2018.

Important Information

Applicants of any age can apply for ATMA 2018. There is no age limit prescribed.
Applicants who have previously applied for ATMA exam can apply again for the exam.
Final year graduation students are also eligible to apply for ATMA 2018.
Applicants should have their Graduation degree from a recognised university.
Candidates failing to meet the eligibility criteria of ATMA 2018 will not get admission.
Verification of candidates’ eligibility may be done at any point in time.

FAQs

1. What is the eligibility criterion for ATMA?

In order to be eligible for ATMA, candidates should have done their Graduation from a recognised university scoring at least 50% marks.
Final year students may also apply for ATMA.

2. Is there any age restriction to appear for the exam?

No, there is no age restriction to appear for the exam.

3. Is it necessary to show graduation proof at the time of admission?

Yes, at the time of admission, it is mandatory for all candidates to show the proof of graduation (done from a recognised Insitute/University).

4. To become eligible for the exam, what are the minimum marks required?

Candidates must obtain at least 50% in their final year graduation exam to become eligible for the exam.

5. Can final year graduates appear for the test?

Yes, final year students can take ATMA.

6. I have previously applied for ATMA exam, am I eligible to apply for the exam again?

Yes, aspirants who have previously applied for ATMA exam can apply for the exam again.

7. I have no working experience, am I eligible for the exam?

No, ATMA exam does not require any work experience.

ATMA 2018 Syllabus

ATMA tests your ability and skills in various areas including Quantitative, Reasoning, Verbal. So, you must go through the section-wise syllabus in order to prepare well for ATMA 2018.

Verbal Skills

This section comprises of 30 questions. Questions are mostly based on:

Idioms and phrases	Sentence Completion
Word meanings	Comprehension
Jumbled Paragraph	One Word substitution
Vocabulary	Fill in the blanks with words
Summary Questions	Antonyms
Cloze Passage	Synonyms
Sentence Correction	Analogies

Analytical - Reasoning Skills

This section comprises of 30 questions. Questions are mostly based on:

Verbal logic	Analogy
Odd-one-out	Series
Seating Arrangement	Direction Sense
Statement – True/false	Data Sufficiency
Syllogism	Blood Relations
Number Series	Arrangement of letters
Statement– Conclusion	Pie Chart
Visual Reasoning	Venn Diagrams
Symbol decoding	Bar Graphs
Assumptions and Conclusion	Line charts

Quantitative Skills

This section comprises of 30 questions. Questions are mostly based on:

Percentage	Binomial Theorem
Number System	Series
Simple Interest	Progressions
Algebra	Quadratic Equations
Data Interpretation	Speed, Time and Distance
Pie Chart	Linear Equations
Compound Interest	Average
Profit and Loss	LCM and HCF
Time-Speed-Distance	Functions
Co-ordinate Geometry	Interest
Trigonometry	Geometry
Mensuration	Ratio & Proportion Variations
Probability	Age calculation

ATMA 2018 Exam Pattern

ATMA exam pattern gives a fair idea about how the examination is going to be in terms of weightage of marks, total number of questions, negative marking, nature of questions, time duration and pattern of questions.

Every year, Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS), which is the conducting body of ATMA (AIMS Test for Management Admissions), releases an official notification regarding ATMA. Conducted multiple times in a year on a national-level, ATMA is a gateway for admission in postgraduate management courses.

To know more about the exam pattern of ATMA, continue reading the information given below.

ATMA is conducted in both online and offline mode.

It is conducted in English language.

ATMA comprises of objective type multiple-choice questions.

Each multiple-choice question is followed by four answers, numbered 1, 2, 3 and 4. You have to choose the correct or best answer from these four choices and then darken the corresponding oval in the answer sheet/click on the right answer in the online test.

There are 180 questions in total, which you have to attempt in 180 minutes.

The total duration of ATMA is 3 hours.

Each question has four options, out of which candidate has to choose one appropriate answer.

1 mark is allotted for every correct answer, and no marks are awarded for unanswered questions.

0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect response.

More than one answer marked for a particular question is considered invalid, and no marks are allotted to such answers.

ATMA question paper is divided into 6 sections consisting of Analytical Reasoning Skills (Part 1), Analytical Reasoning Skills (Part 2), Quantitative Skills (Part 1), Quantitative Skills (Part 2), Verbal Skills (Part 1), Verbal Skills (Part 2), and each section comprises of 30 questions.

There is no penalty for leaving an answer blank.

Break-up of ATMA Exam Pattern 2018

Question-Context related to	No. Of Questions	Time allotted
Analytical Reasoning Skills	30	30 Min
Verbal Skills	30	30 Min
Quantitative Skills	30	30 Min
Verbal Skills	30	30 Min
Analytical Reasoning Skills	30	30 Min
Quantitative Skills	30	30 Min
Total	180	180 Min (3 Hours)

ATMA Marking Scheme 2018

While preparing for ATMA 2018, candidates must know the marking scheme in detail. The below table lists the marking scheme of ATMA 2018.

Question Type	Objective (MCQs)
Total Number of Questions	180
Marks for Each Question	1 mark
Negative Marking	0.25 marks

ATMA Exam Analysis 2018

The ATMA or AIMS Test for Management Admission 2018 was conducted in a computer-based format on Sunday, February 25, 2018 in various cities across the country. ATMA is conducted in both online and offline modes on different dates. In ATMA, (Objective) Multiple Choice type questions are asked from candidates. For offline mode, the correct answers have to be marked on the OMR answer sheet. Using blue or black ink ball point pen only to mark the answers is a must.

The paper has 6 sections carrying a total of 180 questions. In case of offline test, one has to attempt each section in serial order. However, the computer-based exam has no such requirement. All the questions, which cover topics including Analytical Reasoning, Quantitative, and Verbal skills, have to be attempted within a duration of 3 hours.

For every multiple-choice question, you have to choose the correct or best answer from the four choices available. The four answers are numbered as 1, 2, 3 and 4. In case of paper-based test, you have to darken the oval in the answer sheet whereas you have to click on the right answer in the computer-based test. In the question paper, you will see that the questions are numbered serially starting from 1 and ending at 180. You must begin with answering the first question of each section and proceed in a sequential manner.

For every right answer, one mark is awarded. A zero score is given to a question that had not been answered. For every wrong or incorrect answer, a negative score 0.25 is subtracted. Therefore, one mark is deducted from the total score for four wrong answers.

ATMA is a national-level exam, which is taken by management aspirants for admission to programmes such as MBA, PGDM, MCA, MCM etc. Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) is the official conducting body of ATMA and it is held multiple times in a year.

You may check the ATMA 2018 Answer Key now that the exam has been conducted. With the help of answer key, you can calculate your probable marks and get an idea of how you performed in the exam. The last ATMA 2018 examination was conducted on 14th January, 2018 in a paper-based format.

ATMA Exam Analysis 2016

ATMA exam is one of the most popular MBA entrance exams in India. The exam pattern of ATMA exam has remained similar as compared to previous years ATMA exams. The paper was divided into 2 parts, each part having 1 Quant, 1 Analytical Reasoning and 1 Verbal section. The ATMA test is conducted online and the duration of each part is 90 minutes, and the students have no option to go back to the first part once the second part has started. However, individual sections are not timed during the ATMA exam. There are 170 questions in total: 85 questions each in Part I & Part II to be attempted in 180 minutes. Negative mark of 1/3 is deducted for every wrong answer. One minute gap is usually given between the parts. Students with a valid ATMA score can apply to Master of Business Administration/ MBA course across top MBA colleges in India.

ATMA 2016 Exam Pattern:

Part	Section	Allotted time	Number of questions
I	Quantitative skills	90 min	30
	Analytical Reasoning skills		30
	Verbal skills		25
II	Analytical Reasoning skills	90 min	30
	Verbal skills		25
	Quantitative skills		30
Total		180 min

ATMA Sectional Analysis

Verbal Skills

No. of questions: 50 (25 in each section)

Area	Description	Marks	Good Score
Reading Comprehension	Passage 1	5	18-20
	Passage 2	5
	Passage 3	5
	Passage 4	10
Verbal	Synonyms (Word pairs)	4	15-17
	Fill in the Blanks	5
	Para Completion Questions (PCQs)	3
	Idioms	5
	Error identification in bold part of a sentence	3
	Sentence completion questions	5
	Overall	50	34.03

The RC passages were simple and the questions following them were also easy to answer. The RC questions in Part 1 were relatively easier to score when compared to the RC questions in Part 2. The VA questions in Part 2 were of slightly difficult as compared to those in Part 1. The PCQs were a bit difficult and needed good comprehension and understanding of grammar tools. The Fill in the blanks had simple options. Two out of three idiom questions were simple. Idiom questions were asked in both the sections with a difference in question type. The vocab questions were simple. Both the sections, part 1 and 2 (RC and VA) needed around 20 minutes each and a combined score of 30+ can be good enough for some of the good schools.

ATMA Quantitative Skills

No. of questions – 60 (in both sections put together)

The questions given on Quantitative Skills in ATMA this year is along the lines of previous ATMA papers. The questions given in Part -I are simple and straightforward, while the questions given in Part II are time-consuming and a few of them are application oriented.

The following table describes the difficulty level of various types of questions in Quant part.

Area	Topic	No. of Questions	Good Score
Arithmetic	Equations, Ratio - Proportion & Variation	5	37 - 39
	Percentages, Profit & Loss & Partnership	5
	Numbers	2
	Simple Interest & Compound Interest	2
	Average, Mixtures & Alligation	2
	Time & Distance	4
	Geometry & Mensuration	2
	Time & Work	2
	Number Series	5
	Quantitative Comparison	5
Higher Maths	P & C, Probability and Statistics	12
Data Interpretation	Charts + Caselet	14
	Overall	60

Most of the questions were straightforward with simple concepts and direct application. About 30 minutes will be needed in each of the parts for this section and any score above 35-40 for both the sections combined can be considered to be good.

So if you are preparing to give the 2018 ATMA exam, you should refer to these ATMA reference materials & to score well.

ATMA Analytical Reasoning

No. of questions: 60 (in both sections put together)

Area	Detail	Marks	Good Score
Analytical - Reasoning	Puzzle on Circular arrangement	5	22
	Deductions	6
	Puzzle on Distribution	5
	Data Sufficiency	5
	Input-Output	5
	Coding and Decoding	5
	Statements & Conclusions (Inequalities)	6
Critical Reasoning	Cause and Effect	4	8 - 10
	Strong and weak Arguments	5
	Course of Action Questions	5
	Cause & Effect	5
	Inferences	4
	Overall	60	30-32

Though this section has questions on predictable patterns, this is the toughest section in the exam, relatively. The students needed good exposure and practice to crack the questions in these sections. Questions on deductions were tough this year which were based on possibility model. Overall, 35-40 minutes will be needed in each of the part of this section. Any score above 30 for both the sections combined will be a good one.

If compared to other MBA competitive exams in India, ATMA exam's difficulty level lies somewhere in the middle. But if you intend to take admission in the top B School in India, you have to ensure that you fare amongst the top rung of the 2017 ATMA results to study a PGDM or MBA course. Nevertheless, you should be well prepared not just with the syllabus, but with important notifications like:

See the top 10 ATMA colleges in India & top colleges in north India accepting ATMA scores.

How to Prepare for ATMA 2018

ATMA is designed to estimate the capabilities of the students to study Master in Business Administration or MBA in the top B-Schools of India. In order to achieve the best result in ATMA, here are a few curated books, reviewed & suggested by subject matter experts for cracking the ATMA exam.

Krishna's Verbal Ability And Logical Reasoning For The CAT And Other MBA Examinations by Time
Arithmetic For The CAT And Other MBA Examinations (Paperback) by Time
Quantitave Aptitude for MBA : Entrance Examination 1st Edition (Paperback) by Sulava
Mission MBA - MAT : Solved Papers 2013-2011 1st Edition (Paperback) by Tarun Goyal BS Sijwalii
Master Key To MBA Entrance Exam 2009 01 Edition (Paperback) by S. L. Gulati, Ravi
Study Package for CMAT by Arun Sharma, Meenakshi Upadhyay
CMAT Entrance Guide with Mock Test CD 2 Edition by Disha Experts
SNAP / IIFT / XAT / TISS / CMAT / NMAT / IRMA / MAT Management Entrance Tests: MBA Solved Papers by Gautam Puri

Important Instructions for ATMA 2018

Following are the important exam instructions for the candidates to follow in ATMA 2018:

The question booklet, as well as the answer sheet, will be supplied by the exam conducting authority. You should bring two HB pencils, one eraser, one pencil sharpener and one ballpoint pen.
You should also bring a specimen answer sheet given in the bulletin / on the website. This will help you to fill the information on the actual answer sheet in the examination hall.
Please bring the ATMA admit card and identity card (undetached) with photographs pasted in the space provided, when you come to appear for the ATMA. You have to put your signature on the line for Applicant’s Signature only in the presence of the invigilator in the examination hall.
Please ensure that the photographs on both the admit card and identity card are verified and signed by invigilator in the examination hall.
Admit card for ATMA should be given to the Invigilator and identity card should be retained by you.
You have to download your ATMA admit card from the website by using the login credentials.

Other Information

All rough work/calculations can be done in the test booklet itself and not in the answer sheet or elsewhere. Books, notepapers, calculators, slide-rules, mobile phones, and other electronic devices are not permissible. Giving/seeking/receiving help in any manner during the Test is prohibited.
ATMA admit card is valid when the photograph of the candidate is pasted on it and produced with a photo id proof.
Possession of mobile phones even in switch off mode is not allowed in the exam. Do not bring mobile phones to the test centres as there is no arrangement for safekeeping.
You are not allowed to carry calculators, statistical tables, laptop computer or gadgets to the examination hall.
You have to report at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the examination.
In all Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), each question will have only one correct or most appropriate answer. The answer must be indicated by selecting the checkbox provided at the left side of the options.
Ensure that your test invigilator signs in the space provided on your ATMA admit card.
Use of unfair means, disobedience of instructions, arguing or threatening the examination officials, cheating, etc. will be treated as a malpractice. This may lead to the cancellation of your examination.

ATMA 2018 Participating Colleges

ATMA participating institutes 2018 provides all the details of the colleges that accepts ATMA scores. Candidates who wish to appear for ATMA 2018 will have to qualify the entrance examination to take admission into various postgraduate management programmes offered by various participating institutes across India. ATMA is one of a popular entrance exam that is conducted by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) at national level. For admission into various ATMA participating institutes, the scores of the candidates will be taken into consideration.

After appearing in the entrance exam and declaration of the results, candidates can select their preferred ATMA 2018 participating institutes. On the basis of the scores in postgraduate management programmes, ATMA participating institutes will start their next round of selection process.

Important Points

Few important points that candidates must know about the participating colleges of ATMA 2018 are mentioned below:

Before selecting the participating colleges, candidates must have all information regarding the institute/college they wish to take admission.
The participating institutes of ATMA 2018 will select candidates for final admissions based on their scores in postgraduate management programmes.
The selection criteria of ATMA participating institutes varies from each other.

ATMA Participating Institutes 2018

There are many participating institutes of ATMA 2018. Some of the participating colleges that accept ATMA 2018 scores are mentioned below:

Institute	Programmes
Fortune Institute of International Business (FIIB)	PGDM
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s Usha & Lakshmi Mittal Institute of Management (BULMIM)	PGDM – Full Time PGDM – Three Years (Part Time)
IIHMR University	MBA Hospital & Health Management MBA Pharmaceutical Management MBA Rural Management
New Delhi Institute of Management (NDIM)	PGDM
Jindal Global Business School	MBA
Institute of Rural Management	PGDM PGDM Rural Management
Master School of Management	PGDM
Sri Sukhmani Institute of Management	PGDM
Delhi School of Business	PGDM
Master School of Management	PGDM
Regional College of Management	PGDM MBA
Development Management Institute	PGDM

Disclaimer: Please note that this list is not exhaustive and it only includes some of the popular B-Schools in India that accept ATMA scores.

ATMA 2018 Result for August Announced

The ATMA 2018 Result for August exam has been declared by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS). Candidates who took the examination on 5th August can download their scorecards from the official website of AIMS using their login credentials.

ATMA is taken by candidates for admission in various management courses offered by popular B-schools in India. Every year, AIMS makes an official announcement about the declaration of ATMA results. The ATMA Results are announced in the form of both overall & sectional scores and percentile. The ATMA scorecard contains scores for 3 sections:

Quantitative Aptitude
Verbal Ability
Analytical Skills

Candidates can download their ATMA result 2018 & ATMA scorecard 2018 by logging into the official website mentioning the date of ATMA exam and using their PID & password. PID is a unique identification number, which is issued to every candidate at the time of filling up of the application form. Candidates should note that the ATMA result & scorecard are available in the online mode only.

Note: AIMS does not issue any hard copy of ATMA 2018 scorecard to the candidates. Therefore, candidates are advised to download and keep a printout of the ATMA 2018 scorecard. A hard copy is issued ONLY when a specific request is raised.

Also Read: Colleges Accepting ATMA Scores 2018

ATMA 2018 scores are sent to 5 institutes selected by the candidate. Participating institutes call students for the next round of selection process basis ATMA 2018 score. For additional reporting of ATMA test scores, students have to write to ATMA and pay Rs. 150 per institute. In total, there are 51 participating institutes that accept ATMA scores.

Steps to View ATMA Result 2018

In order to view ATMA results, candidates may follow the steps mentioned below:

Step 1: Visit the official website of AIMS (www.atmaaims.com).

Step 2: On the homepage, you will see a link 'Click Here' next to the line 'ATMA 5th August 2018 Exam: Candidates can print result using PID and Password'.

Step 3: Once you click on that link, a new page will open where you will be required to enter certain details like exam month, PID, and Password.

Step 5: Once you click on 'Login In', ATMA August 2018 Results will appear on your screen.

Step 6: Do not forget to download and print the ATMA scorecard for future reference.

ATMA Scorecard 2018

The ATMA scorecard 2018 displays the total marks/percentile secured by the candidates in the entrance test. As there is no provision to send the hard copy of the scorecard to the candidates, all the candidates who appeared for the exam must download their respective scorecards immediately after result declaration and keep it for future reference.

Note: The validity of ATMA scores will be valid only until the next academic year.

ATMA 2018 Selection Process

AIMS starts the ATMA selection procedure 2018 after releasing the result. The selection of the candidates for admission is purely done on the basis of candidates’ result and performance in the pre-admission rounds.

Conducted by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS), ATMA is for the candidates who wish to take admission in MBA, PGDM, PGDBA, MCM courses. For admission into various management courses, candidates have to undergo ATMA selection procedure and participate in ATMA counselling process afterward.

Detailed ATMA Selection Procedure 2018

The selection of the candidates depends on the candidates’ overall ATMA 2018 result. After clearing the ATMA 2018 written exam, candidates have to appear in pre-admission rounds, which includes:

Group Discussion
Personal Interview

Various participating institutions of ATMA start their selection process for the shortlisted candidates, who are eligible for admissions in their institutes.

Group Discussion Round:

For selection procedure, all the shortlisted candidates have to undergo Group Discussion round. In this round of the selection process, candidates’ overall knowledge and communication skills are tested. Candidates qualifying in this round become eligible for further rounds of the selection process.

Personal Interview Round:

This round involves face-to-face interview with the shortlisted candidates, wherein the overall personality of the candidates is judged by the interviewer. In ATMA selection process, this is the final round of selection for admission into various courses. Candidates must try their level best to qualify in this round.

ATMA Admission Procedure 2018

After ATMA 2018 result announcement, shortisting of the candidates is done on the basis of ATMA 2018 scores. As a part of the selection procedure, shortlisted candidates have to appear for Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds. Based on the candidates’ overall performance in the Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds, selection of the candidates is done for admission into various management courses.

Note: ATMA merit list is prepared on the basis of candidates’ score in ATMA 2018 and performance in the pre-admission rounds.

Documents Required for ATMA 2018 Selection Process

10th and 12th class passing certificate (in original)
Mark sheet of Graduation
ATMA Score Card 2018
ATMA Admit Card 2018 (in original)
Original degree/provisional certificate (in case of the candidates appearing in Graduation)
Caste Certificate ( for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
Passport size photographs (4 to 5)

ATMA Counselling 2018

ATMA counselling is conducted by Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) after result declaration. The counselling dates of ATMA 2018 are yet to be released by the conducting authority. However, candidates must note that only shortlisted candidates are considered eligible to participate in ATMA counselling 2018.

Highlights of ATMA Counselling Procedure 2018

To participate in ATMA counselling 2018, shortlisted candidates have to check the available counselling dates on the concerned Institute’s official website.
ATMA counselling procedure involves seat allotment for the shortlisted candidates.
The seat allotment is done on the basis of ATMA cut-off/ATMA rank.
For counselling, selected candidates need their personal documents like certificates and mark sheets.
Verification of documents is done at the time of ATMA counselling. Failing to bring the required documents leads to cancellation of candidates' admission.

Documents Required for ATMA 2018 Counselling

Shortlisted candidates must have the following documents while participating for ATMA 2018 counselling:

Aadhar Card or any other identity proof
Age proof
Original mark sheets and their photocopies

ATMA Cut-off 2018

The ATMA cut-off 2018 list determines the ratio of seats and candidates to be admitted for admission in various institutes. Once the result of ATMA is announced by the conducting authority, the participating institutes start their process of preparing the cut-off list. The cut-off list of ATMA 2018 is prepared on the basis of scores in the exam and performance in pre-admission rounds that comprises of Group Discussion and Personal Interview. Candidates must note that admission in various management courses is given only to the candidates who meet the ATMA cut-off.

The final selection of the candidates is done considering the ATMA score of the candidates and their performance in pre-admission rounds. Therefore, candidates scoring either equal or more than the cut-off marks have to participate in Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.

Note: The institute-wise cut-off list may vary from institute to institute.

ATMA Cut-off 2018 Important Dates

Events	Dates
ATMA 2018 August Test Date	5th August 2018
Declaration of Result	Around 9th August 2018
Cut-off Release	After Result Declaration

How to Check ATMA 2018 Cut-off

Every participating institute will have a different cutoff list, however, candidates can check and download the institute-wise cut-off of ATMA and save the ATMA cut-off list for future reference.

Factors Determining ATMA Cut-off

Following are the factors on which the ATMA 2018 cut-off will depend:

Difficulty level of the entrance exam
Total number of candidates appearing in ATMA 2018
Total number of the seats available

ATMA Institutional Cut-off

Institute	Cut-off
SIES College of Management Studies, Navi Mumbai	80
PUMBA (MBA Pharma Biotech), Pune	95
Prin L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research (WeSchool), Mumbai	90
ISBM Pune: International School of Business & Media	80
IPE Hyderabad: Institute of Public Enterprise	80
Vignana Jyothi Institute of Management - VJIM Hyderabad	75
NDIM New Delhi: New Delhi Institute of Management	80
FIIB New Delhi	70
SCMS Cochin: SCMS Cochin School of Business	70

Note: The cut-off marks are tentative and based on the previous years’ ATMA cut-offs.

Best Books for ATMA 2018

For the preparation of ATMA 2018, there are various best books that aspirants can refer to study for the entrance exam. Many books, sample papers, question banks and online resources are available that can be useful for the candidates, however, it becomes difficult to choose books that are best for ATMA preparation. The exam pattern of ATMA 2018 is divided into 6 sections that evaluate candidate’s Analytical Reasoning Skills, Verbal Skills and Quantitative Skills. To prepare for all these sections, candidates must have best books/study material by their side to obtain a good score in ATMA examination.

With the help of ATMA 2018 best books, candidates can gain conceptual clarity and can ensure that their preparation is in the right direction. Therefore, candidates should use the combination of the best books and other preparation resources to ace ATMA 2018.

How to Select the Best Books for ATMA 2018

Selection of best books is essential for the candidates preparing for ATMA 2018. Before choosing right set of books, candidates must keep the following points in mind so that they can prepare effectively for the entrance exam.

While selecting the best books for ATMA 2018, candidates must ensure that the book is of the latest edition. For entrance exam preparation, it is always better to read from the latest edition/ publication so that one is updated with the new topics that are added in the syllabus of the entrance exam.
The book should cover whole syllabus of ATMA 2018 which includes all the topics and sub-topics of the ATMA syllabus.
Candidates should choose a book that is easy to read and is written in comprehensible language so that one can understand the subject-matter easily and properly.
For the purpose of entrance exam preparation, candidates must select a book that has sample papers or question banks with solutions. With the help of sample papers/ previous years’ question paper, candidates can have a brief idea about frequently asked questions and the overall pattern of the entrance exam.

ATMA 2018 Best Books

Candidates preparing for ATMA 2018 must take a look at the recommended and best books that are suggested below for ATMA 2018 exam preparation.

Books	Author/ Publisher
The Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude for MBA Entrance Examinations	Dinesh Khattar
The Complete Reference Manual for CMAT 2018	SK Sinha
Krishna's Verbal Ability And Logical Reasoning For The CAT And Other MBA Examinations	T.I.M.E
Fast Track Objective Arithmetic	Rajesh Verma
CMAT Entrance Guide with Mock Test CD 2 Edition	Disha Experts
Mission MBA MAT Mock tests & Solved papers	Tarun Goyal
SNAP / IIFT / XAT / TISS / CMAT / NMAT / IRMA / MAT Management Entrance Tests: MBA Solved Papers	Gautam Puri
The Pearson Guide to Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning for the CAT with CD	Nishit K. Sinha
Master Key To MBA Entrance Exam 2009 01 Edition (Paperback)	S. L. Gulati, Ravi
Quantitave Aptitude for MBA : Entrance Examination 1st Edition (Paperback)	Sulava

ATMA Previous Year Question Papers/ Sample Papers

The best way to prepare for ATMA 2018 is by solving sample papers/ previous years' question papers. The sample papers of ATMA are available on the official website of the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) for the candidates planning to take the entrance exam. ATMA 2018 (August Session) is scheduled to be held on 5th August, 2018 for all management aspirants. Before taking the entrance exam, candidates must download and solve the ATMA 2018 sample papers that are available online to practice for the exam.

With the help of ATMA sample papers, candidates get a fair idea regarding the pattern of exam, types of questions that they might expect in the exam, weightage of topics, distribution of questions and marking scheme. Additionally, candidates can keep a check on their ATMA 2018 preparation level by solving sample papers of ATMA regularly.

Download ATMA Sample Papers here!

How to Download ATMA Sample Papers

Candidates can refer to the below mentioned steps to download ATMA sample papers:

Go to the official website of AIMS, https://www.atmaaims.com/
Click on the link available for ATMA sample papers on the homepage.
Once you click on the link, you will be directed to a new page.
A PDF of ATMA sample papers will appear on your screen.
You can download the ATMA sample papers for practice.

Advantages of Solving ATMA Sample papers

Following are the advantages of solving ATMA sample papers:

The sample papers of ATMA will help the candidates to know the pattern and structure of the entrance exam which will help in preparing for the examination in a systematic manner.
Besides, helping candidates to understand the overall structure of the exam, solving ATMA sample papers 2018 improve the question-solving ability of candidates, speed and accuracy.
With the help of ATMA sample papers, candidates can have a good understanding of the concepts that they are studying for the examination.
Sample papers also assist the candidates to take right approach for exam preparation and exam strategy.
By practicing ATMA sample papers, candidates can easily understand their strengths and weaknesses.

Preparation Tips for ATMA

ATMA preparation tips can be useful for the aspirants planning to take ATMA 2018. Before starting the exam preparation, candidates must have a good knowledge about the exam pattern of ATMA 2018. Once you know the overall pattern and marks distribution, you can revise the syllabus thoroughly and practice mock tests and sample papers to make your preparation easier. Furthermore, to obtain a good score, you must try not to get stuck on a particular question or topic for too long and must attempt the questions with accuracy.

To know more about ATMA preparation, visit our How to Prepare section, take ATMA Mock Test and get to know about ATMA Paper Analysis

ATMA 2018 Admit Card

The ATMA 2018 (August Session) admit card will be issued by the official authority i.e. Association of Management School (AIMS) on 3rd August, 2018. ATMA admit card/hall ticket 2018 will be available online for the registered candidates. To access the ATMA 2018 admit card from the official website, candidates will be required to select the exam date from the exam drop down and enter their PID and Password.

ATMA 2018 (August Session) will be held on 5th August 2018 for candidates seeking admission in the management courses offered by various AICTE-approved institutions across the country. In order to appear for the exam, candidates must bring the admit card document to the exam center, otherwise, they will not be given permission to sit for the exam.

In addition, it must be noted that no hard copy of the ATMA admit card 2018 will be sent by AIMS via post or by any other offline method to candidates’ address. Candidates must download and print the ATMA admit card 2018. Further, before downloading the ATMA 2018 admit card, candidates must check all their details printed on the admit card and immediately report to AIMS for corrections in case of any issue/discrepancy.

ATMA Admit Card 2018 - Important Dates

Events	Dates
Issue of ATMA Admit Card 2018	3rd to 5th August, 2018
ATMA 2018 Exam Date (August Session)	5th August 2018
Result Declaration of ATMA 2018 (August Session)	Around 9th August, 2018

How to Download ATMA Admit Card 2018

To download the admit card of ATMA 2018, candidates must follow the steps given below:

Step 1: Visit the official site www.atmaaims.com to access the ATMA 2018 admit card.

Step 2: Click on the 'Click Here to Print Admit Card' link.

Step 3: You will be redirected to a page (atmaaims.com/login.aspx), which will ask for your login details like Exam Date, PID, and Password.

Step 4: After entering the details, click on the 'Login' tab.

Step 5: Your 'ATMA Admit Card 2018' will appear on the screen.

Step 6: Download the admit card of ATMA 2018 and take a print out of the same for future references.

Important Instructions Regarding ATMA Admit Card 2018

The admit card of ATMA is issued only to the registered candidates.
ATMA admit card is an essential document to be carried to the exam centre for all candidates.
In case, any candidate does not carry the ATMA admit card to the exam centre, he/she will not be allowed to appear for the entrance exam.
ATMA admit card 2018 has all the exam related information like candidate's name, exam date, the time duration of the exam and venue/centre details etc.
It is mandatory to bring a photo ID proof to the exam venue along with the ATMA admit card 2018.
Candidates should carefully read all instructions mentioned on the ATMA admit card 2018.

Details Mentioned on ATMA 2018 Admit Card

The admit card of ATMA 2018 has the following details of the candidates:

Name of the candidate
Roll Number of the candidate
Exam Date
Time duration of the exam
Venue details of the exam centre
Important exam instructions

ID Documents Required with ATMA 2018 Admit Card

At the exam centre, candidates have to bring any one of the following documents along with the ATMA 2018 admit card/hall ticket.

Passport
PAN Card
Voter ID Card
Aadhar Card
Driving License

Discrepancy in ATMA 2018 Admit Card

While downloading ATMA 2018 admit card, if any candidate find any discrepancy, then he/she must immediately report the same to the exam conducting authority. Below are the contact details:

To,

The Executive Secretary,

Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS), D No:6-3-668/10/76, First Floor, Near Sri Kalyana Venkateshwara Temple, Durga Nagar Colony, Punjagutta, Hyderabad 500082.

E-mail: atma.secretariat@gmail.com, Tel: (O) 040-23417875/76

FAQS on ATMA Admit Card 2018

1. How do I get my ATMA admit card 2018?

ATMA admit card 2018 will be available for the registered candidates in online mode. Candidates will be able to download their respective admit card by visiting the official site of ATMA-AIMS.

2. While downloading ATMA 2018 admit card, I forgot my Password/PID number. What should I do?

In case any candidate forgets his/her password, he/she can retrieve it by clicking on “Forget Password link” provided on the admit card login page.
Now, select the exam date, DOB, mobile number and Email -ID and click on ‘Find PID or Password’ tab.

3. Do I need to bring any other document except ATMA admit card to the exam center?

Yes, candidates must bring any one of the Photo ID Proofs along with the ATMA 2018 admit card/hall ticket. Photo ID Proofs include Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, Card, Aadhar Card, Driving License.

4. What should I do in case there is an error/mistake in ATMA admit card?

Before downloading the ATMA admit card 2018, candidates should carefully verify the details printed on ATMA admit card. In case of any discrepancy, the same should be immediately informed to the examination authority.

How to Apply for ATMA 2018

Association of Indian Management Schools or AIMS conducts ATMA examination for admission to Post Graduate management programmes every year. Usually, ATMA examination takes place multiple times in a year. Around 200 institutes across the country accept ATMA scores for admission to their MBA/ MCM/ MCA/ PGBA/ PGDM courses. The candidates can check the detailed application process for ATMA 2018 examination here.

The application process of ATMA 2018 involves the following steps:

Fee Payment
Request for PID or Personal Identification Number
Filling the Online Application Form

Candidates have to visit the official website of ATMA to fill the online application form. There is an option of offline filling and submission of application form as well.

ATMA 2018 Online Application Process

Step I:

Payment of ATMA 2018 application is the first step of filling the online application form.
The candidates have to visit the ATMA official website and look for the relevant link to fill the online application. The link will direct them to the fee payment portal.
The candidates can pay the ATMA 2018 application fee using credit/ debit card/ net banking.
Bank transfer is also one of the options in fee payment portal.
Candidates who wish to transfer the application fee through Bank Transfer must transfer the amount to A/C Number 068010100035918 and IFSC Code is UTIB0000068.
The application fee for ATMA 2018 will be Rs. 1,100 (plus GST @ 18%).
The application fee of ATMA 2018 is non-refundable.
After the successful payment of application fee, the candidates will receive PID that must be used to fill the online application form.

Step II:

The candidates will not get any option to edit the details in the application form once submitted. Therefore, fill all the details carefully.The second step in ATMA 2018 application process is filling the online application form.
Various details relating to the examination and candidature of an applicant have to be filled as the first stage of the application process.
In the second stage, the candidates have to fill personal details including Name, Date of Birth, Email ID and Mobile Number.
The candidates have to enter the same details they had filled during the online fee payment.
The candidates have to check all the details in the ATMA 2018 application form before clicking on ‘Register’ button.
After checking the details, the candidates have to click on ‘Click here to Register’ button to complete the registration process for ATMA 2018.

Step III:

The candidates must take two printouts of ATMA 2018 application form.
Preserve the application form for future references.

Step IV:

The candidates receive an automatically generated email that contains the login credentials after the successful registration.
Login credentials include Username and Password.
These login credentials are required to take the printout of the filled-in application form, download admit card and check the result of ATMA 2018 examination in further stages.

ATMA 2018 Offline Application Process

In the offline application process, the candidates have to initially purchase the application form from the selected centres by paying the required application fee.
After the fee payment, the candidates receive the application number or voucher code.
Next, the candidates have to visit the official website of ATMA.
On entering the voucher number or application number, candidates receive a PID number.
Next, the candidates have to fill the application form carefully.
PID is essential for downloading the admit card for ATMA 2018 and check the results. It is something like login ID.

FAQs

1. What is the registration fee for the exam?

The registration fee for ATMA is INR 1100/- (plus GST @ 18%)

2. I want to refund my ATMA registration fee. What should I do?

Once the registration fee is paid, it is not refundable or transferable under any circumstances.

3. How can I pay the ATMA registration fee?

Candidates can pay the application fee through the following modes:

By Credit card/Debit card/Net Banking facility.
Bank Transfer facility.

ATMA 2018 Answer Key

ATMA 2018 answer key is released on the official website of Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) i.e. www.atmaaims.com. The answer key of ATMA 2018 is available in online mode after ATMA 2018 is conducted. By using the ATMA 2018 answer key, candidates can calculate their probable scores and performance in the entrance exam. In addition, candidates get to know their chances of getting admission in Colleges Accepting ATMA Scores.

The last ATMA 2018 examination was conducted on 25th June 2018 for admission into various post-graduate management courses. After appearing for the entrance exam, appeared candidates get to know all the correct answers through ATMA 2018 answer key. Candidates must note that the ATMA 2018 official answer key is published by the exam conducting authority. However, the unofficial ATMA 2018 answer key is also released by some coaching institutes.

ATMA 2018 Answer Key-Important Dates (August Session)

Events	Dates
ATMA 2018 Exam Date	5th August 2018
ATMA 2018 Answer Key	--
ATMA 2018 Result	Around 9th August, 2018

Steps to Download ATMA 2018 Answer Key

By following the steps given below, candidates can download their ATMA 2018 answer key:

Step 1: Visit the official website of AIMS i.e. www.atmaaims.com to download the ATMA 2018 answer key.

Step 2: A link displaying the 'ATMA 2018 Answer Key' will be available.

Step 3: Click on the link.

Step 4: 'ATMA 2018 Answer Key' will appear on the screen.

Step 5: Download the PDF file of the answer key for future use.

Marking Scheme of ATMA 2018 Answer Key

Candidates can check the table given below for understanding the ATMA 2018 marking scheme:

For each correct answer, candidates are awarded one mark.
For each incorrect answer, 0.25 marks are deducted.
No marks are awarded for unattempted questions.

Type of Answer	Marks
For Correct answer	+1 Mark
For Incorrect answer	- 0.25 marks
For No answer	0

ATMA Mock Test

Candidates preparing for ATMA 2018 can access the ATMA mock test available on the official website for Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS). AIMS ATMA is a national level entrance exam that is conducted for the candidates willing to take admission into MBA, PGDM and other management programmes. Before taking the ATMA 2018 mock test, it is advisable that candidates should go through the ATMA 2018 exam pattern and syllabus first for better exam preparation.

Solving mock tests on a regular basis is indeed important for the candidates planning to appear for ATMA 2018, as mock test gives a brief idea about the level of difficulty of the actual exam and exposes you to a large variety of questions. Additionally, by taking mock tests, candidates will learn from their mistakes. Therefore, to enhance the exam preparation, candidates must visit AIMS official website and start taking the mock tests.

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How to Access CMAT Mock Test with Solutions

The steps to access the ATMA mock test are mentioned below:

Go to the official website of AIMS, https://www.atmaaims.com/
Click on the link available for ATMA mock test on the homepage.
To access the mock test, enter your login credentials, i.e. Email address, and Password.
After entering the details, you can start taking the ATMA mock test.

What is the Importance of ATMA Mock Test

Mock tests helps you experience the real ATMA questions, which helps to boost the level of self-confidence in the exam.
With the help of mock tests, you can know your strong and weak areas and so that you can work on them accordingly.
Mock tests stimulates test-like conditions and helps you to condition yourself for your best performance during the actual test.
Taking mock tests regularly helps you to improve your time management skills.
Mock tests are also an effective source of revision that provides a thorough analysis of your exam performance.

Quick Look at ATMA Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

Before appearing for ATMA 2018, one must have a good understanding about the exam pattern and marking scheme of the entrance exam. Given below is a snapshot of ATMA exam pattern and marking scheme.

ATMA consists of multiple-choice questions. Each question has four options, out of which candidate has to choose one appropriate answer.
The total number of questions in ATMA is 180.
The medium of language of the entrance exam is English.
The total duration of ATMA is 3 hours.
For each correct answer, candidates are allotted one mark and no marks are awarded for unanswered questions.
For each incorrect response, 0.25 marks are deducted.

ATMA Coaching Institutes

Coaching institutes play an important role in shaping the career of students and especially when it comes to preparation of competitive examinations like ATMA it becomes even more important. There are various ATMA coaching institutes all over India that prepares candidates for the entrance exam. The Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) conducts ATMA (AIMS Test for Management Admissions) every year for the candidates willing to take admission into postgraduate management programmes offered by various institutions across India.

By a joining a good ATMA coaching institute, students will be provided with a comprehensive study material and a unique pedagogy that will enable them to achieve a good score in the entrance exam. Additionally, these coaching institutes not only provides the required edge to students for clearing competitive exams, but these institutes also provides a healthy competitive environment and adequate guidance to the students aiming to crack competitive management examinations like ATMA.

How To Choose Best Coaching Institute

Before joining ATMA coaching institute, aspirants must consider the following factors:

Candidates must know about the teacher-student ratio in the coaching institute.
Faculty members and teachers of the coaching institute also plays an important role in choosing best coaching institute. Therefore, candidates must take feedback from ex-coaching students regarding the teachers and faculty members of the coaching institute.
While choosing a coaching institute, candidates should know about the evaluation procedure of the institute. Whether the coaching centre counts and test students’ performances by evaluating them weekly or monthly.
Infrastructure, safety, and assurance are also essential factors that must be considered before opting for a coaching center.
Candidates must check whether the study material/ mock test series provided by the institute is appropriate.
Candidates should join a coaching institute that has doubt clearing sessions regularly.
Candidates must keep the location and the timings of the coaching institute in mind while choosing a coaching centre.

Top Coaching Institutes in India for MBA Entrance Preparation

Here is the list of some of the top coaching institutes in India that prepares the students for MBA entrance exams:

Byju’s Classes	Bulls Eye	Endeavour Careers
IMS	Career Launcher	MBAguru
Erudite	Prudence Academy	TIME
PT Education	-	-

Top Coaching Institutes for ATMA in Delhi, NCR

T.I.M.E, Connaught Place, Delhi	PT Education, Kingsway Camp, Delhi
Alchemist, Kingsway Camp. Delhi	-

Top Coaching Institutes for ATMA in Kolkata, West Bengal

Diksha Learning Services Ltd, Gariahat, Kolkata	Eduwest Institute, Salt Lake City, Kolkata
Success Study Point, Bhowanipore, Kolkata	-

Top Coaching Institutes for ATMA in Mumbai, Maharashtra

Competitive Exam Toppers Institute (CETI), Borivali West, Mumbai	Tutor Jar, Vasai West, Mumbai
Planet E, Dadar East, Mumbai	-

Top Coaching Institutes for ATMA in Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Career Launcher, T. Nagar, Chennai	Global Smart Infotech and Education, Royapettah, Chennai
C-CAT, T.Nagar, Chennai	-

Top Coaching Institutes for ATMA in Bangalore, Karnataka

IMS Learning Resources Pvt Ltd, Malleswaram, Bangalore	Summit Careers, Jaya Nagar, 5th Block, Bangalore
Competition Forum, Koramangala, 5th Block, Bangalore	-

Top Online Coaching Institutes for ATMA in Hyderabad, Telangana

IMS Learning Resources Pvt Ltd, Begumpet, Hyderabad	IBT India Pvt Ltd, Secunderabad, Hyderabad
Career Launcher, Himayat Nagar, Hyderabad	-

ATMA 2018 Conducting Body

Formed in the year 1988, the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) is one of the largest networks of management schools in the world. Over the years, AIMS has grown into a powerful body of B-schools in India with a membership of over six hundred Institutes. The main aim of AIMS is to promote management education in India by collaborating with agencies. For years, it has been working towards manpower training and development, management research and curriculum development.