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MAT exam pattern 2023 comprises how the MAT question paper will be framed or the overall structure of the MAT exam such as the number of sections in the question paper, total number of questions and number of questions per section, type of questions asked, total marks, duration of the exam, sectional time limit, etc. MAT 2023 is being conducted as a Paper Based Test (PBT), Computer Based Test (CBT), and Internet-Based Test (IBT) from home. Candidates will be able to choose their preferred mode for MAT 2023 while filling out the application form.
The MAT 2023 Question Paper Pattern includes 5 sections- Language Comprehension, Intelligence & Critical Reasoning, Data Analysis & Sufficiency, Mathematical Skills, and Indian and Global Environment, each containing 40 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The total number of questions in the MAT question paper is 200 and the duration of the exam will be 150 minutes. Each question in the MAT 2023 question paper carries 1 mark and there is a negative marking of -0.25 marks per incorrect question.
Check all the details about the MAT 2023 Exam Pattern, including the detailed section-wise breakup of the question paper, marking scheme, and more!
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Check the table provided below to know the exam pattern as well as the marking scheme of the MAT 2023 entrance exam.
Examination modes |
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Number of sections | 5 |
Number of questions in each section | 40 |
Total Number of questions | 200 |
Exam duration | 150 minutes |
Number of options per question | 4 |
Marks per question | 1 mark for every correct answer |
Negative marking | -0.25 marks for every incorrect answer |
Name of sections |
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Besides this, no changes are made in the exam pattern and marking scheme of the MAT exam. 200 questions will be asked in the exam with each question provided with 4 choices. The time duration is two and a half hours for both the IBT and PBT exams.
Check the section-wise Breakup of the MAT 2023 question paper from the table provided below.
Name of the Section | Number of Questions | Suggested Time |
Language Comprehension | 40 | 40 minutes |
Mathematical Skills | 40 | 30 minutes |
Data Analysis & Sufficiency | 40 | 35 minutes |
Intelligence & Critical Reasoning | 40 | 40 minutes |
Indian & Global Environment | 40 | 15 minutes |
Total | 200 | 150minutes |
As per the marking scheme of MAT exam, candidates will be awarded one mark for each correct answer while 1/4 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
Category | Marking |
For correct response | 1 mark |
For incorrect response | -1/4 marks |
No response | Zero mark |
Note: The maximum marks which a candidate can score are 200 and the scaled score is given out of 800.
The MAT 2023 exam pattern sectional highlights for the upcoming MAT examination for February are provided below
Out of the 40 questions, 20 questions will be based on reading comprehension passages
There will be a total of 4 short passages in this section and the difficulty level for the same would be moderate
In each passage, there will be 5 questions
The questions will be in MCQ format where the candidates will be penalized with 1/4th of the total maks carried by each question for every incorrect attempt
Questions like Synonyms/Antonyms, true/false statements, etc will be asked from the reading comprehension passages
A total number of 40 questions will be asked in this section
In the MAT 2023 exam, this section will carry a sectional weightage of 20%
In this section also, the questions will be asked in MCQ format
Maximum number of questions will be asked from topics such as percentages, interest, profit & loss, time & work, partnership, etc
Similar to the previous two sections, this section will also contain 40 questions in MCQ format
The weightage of this section in the MAT 2023 exam will be 20%
This section aims to analyze the ability of the candidates to interpret the data provided to them and answer the questions based on those data
Most of the questions will be based on Data Interpretation
This section will also comprise 40 questions based on reasoning
The questions will be asked either individually or in a set of 3-4 questions
During MAT 2023 percentile score calculation, this section will carry a weightage of 25%
The candidates can expect questions based on clocks & calendars, family relations, etc
The total number of questions in this section will be 40
The questions will be in MCQ format
The candidates will have only 15 minutes to get through this section
This section will not be considered during the percentile score calculation
Usually, the test-takers give less importance to this section by either completely ignoring this section or attempting very few questions
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Due to the COVID 19 situation, AIMA introduced an Internet-Based Test (IBT) that allow the candidates to give the exam from home. The system requirements for the IBT exam is provided below.
Requirement | Description |
Supported Browsers |
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Network | Aspirants should have a stable internet connection with proper speed throughout the exam duration |
OperatingSystem | Windows OS (Version7 and above) |
Memory | 65 MB permanent free space on the default hard drive |
.NET Framework | MSB requires dot net framework. The minimum supported version is 4.5.1. of the .NET Framework |
Want to know more about MAT
Yes, MAT will be conducted both in online and offline mode.
No, there is no sessional time limit in MAT exam. Candidates may answer questions in any order.
All the questions that will be asked in the MAT exam will be in MCQ form.
A total of 200 questions (40 questions in each section) will be asked in MAT.
Yes, ¼ mark will be deducted for each incorrect attempt.
Yes, all the sections of MAT carry equal marks i.e 40 marks.
The total duration of the MAT exam is 150 minutes i.e 2 ½ hours.
One mark will be awarded for each correct answer and ¼ marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
MAT 2020 is conducted both as Computer-based Test and Paper based test. Candidates may apply for one or both examination.
There are 5 sections in MAT exam namely Language Comprehension, Data Analysis & Sufficiency, Mathematical Skills, Indian & Global Environment and Intelligence & Critical Reasoning.
Within the allotted section, the test taker can review the sections of the exam. However, once a test taker has moved ahead from one section to the next section, he/she will not be able to return to the previous section. Therefore, test takers should complete answering and reviewing each sections in their respective allotted time.
There are no scheduled breaks in the MAT test. However, test takers can take unscheduled breaks if they want during the test session. If a test taker chooses to take a break, the actual time spent on the break will be deducted from the time allocated to complete the test. No extra time will be given to complete the test.
MAT test takers must not carry anything with them other than the confirmation e-mail print out, admit card and two IDs for the test. Required stationery will be provided to the test taker by the invigilator at the test center.
MAT test takers must report to their allocated test center forty-five (45) minutes prior to the scheduled time mentioned in their confirmation E-mail.
Yes, candidates must bring any one of the photo ID proofs along with the MAT admit card/hall ticket.
1/4 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer
You should follow the instructions of the invigilator to save your test work once you are done with your exam.
Blank sheets will be provided to candidates for rough work, if required.
No, there is no time limit for individual parts of the test. The candidate has the liberty to go back and change any of his/her answers among the 200 questions.
Yes, the candidate should have a basic familiarity with the use of computers like use of keyboard and mouse operation. It is the responsibility of the candidate to acquire these skills before taking the test.
In the computer-based test (offline exam), the candidate has to sit in front of a computer which has the questions on its monitor. The candidate has to submit the answers using a keyboard or mouse. Each computer is connected to a server, which prepares the question set and delivers it to the candidate on the computer system.
MAT Answer Sheet is scanned by machine and scores are computed. However, candidates must mark their answer sheets properly as accuracy in scoring is based on how well the answers are marked.
No separate sheet will be given to candidates for rough work. Candidates may do all the rough work on the Question Booklet only.
You may change your answer by completely erasing the one already marked and darken the fresh oval with an HB pencil. Do not tear or bend or mutilate the Answer Sheet.
It is an objective type test with multiple-choice answers. The test is designed to measure a person’s general aptitude.
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