1. Qualification & percentage needed for taking the MAT exam?
The minimum qualification required for taking MAT exam is a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from any recognised University or equivalent recognised degree. A final year student in any undergraduate (i.e. B.A, B.Sc., B.Com., B.Tech., etc) can also appear provisionally.
2. Is there any age bar for it? Any job experience required to appear in MAT?
There is no age bar. Job experience is not necessary.
3. I have completed my graduation from Science stream, am I eligible to apply for the test?
Yes. A candidate should have done graduation in any discipline from any recognized university or should have an equivalent recognized degree.
4. I am in the final year of my graduation, can I apply?
Yes. A final year student in any undergraduate program (B.A. /B.Sc. / B.Com. /B.Tech. etc.) can write MAT but admission to such candidate will be granted on a provisional basis.
5. Is MAT held all over the country what about a person living abroad? Can he/she apply for it?
MAT is conducted in all major cities in the country and in leading cities abroad.
I have scored less than 50% marks in graduation. Am I eligible to appear for MAT?
Yes, even if you have scored less than 50% in graduation, you can appear for MAT. But, some B-schools might have certain cut-off criteria for graduation which could be 50% or more. So, you will have to apply to those B-schools where the percentage in graduation meets your criteria.
Since MAT is conducted four times in a year, what are the factors which I need to take into consideration before deciding the month for writing MAT?
Some factors which you can consider before deciding the month for writing MAT are: The number of B schools which accept the score for that exam If any specific B school, where you want to take admission, accepts the score of that particular MAT exam. Your level of preparation. Any other MBA entrance exam which you are appearing for. The number of B schools region-wise. Whether you have already graduated or will graduate in the current academic year.
When can I register for MAT 2020 exam?
MAT is conducted four times a year i.e. in the months of February, May, September and December. The registration window opens usually a month before the exam. For paper-based MAT scheduled to be conducted on 16th February, the registration process wil end on 9th February 2020. The registration process for computer-based MAT closed on 30th January 2020.
What is the eligibility crieteria to appear in MAT exam?
Candidates with bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognised institute or university are eligible to apply. Candidates in their final year of graduation can also apply but admission in a B-School will be subject to passing the final year of graduation.
I am studying in final year of Graduation, am I eligible to appear in MAT exam?
Yes, you can apply for MAT.
Which stream (in 12th) is required for MAT?
Candidates with bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognised institute or university can apply for MAT.
How many times can I appear for MAT?
There is no limit to the number of attempts. Candidates can take MAT four times in a single year.
A test taker is supposed to bring the confirmation E-mail printout along with him/her on the day of the MAT entrance exam. What is the confirmation E-mail and how does a test taker get it?
A confirmation E-mail is a communication that the test taker receives on the E-mail ID mentioned on the registration application after a test taker has scheduled the test. It contains details of the test, i.e. day, time and test center name and address.
What is the age limit for MAT exam?
There is no age limit for the MAT entrance exam. Candidate of any age group may apply.
What is the maximum limit to apply for MAT?
There is no restriction to apply for MAT. You may apply for MAT any number of times.
Can final year students apply for MAT?
Yes, final year students may also apply for MAT.
What is the eligibility criteria for MAT?
You must have completed a bachelor's degree from any recognised university or institution in order to apply for MAT.
Is work experience required for MAT?
No, candidates who do not have any work experience may also apply for MAT.
Is there any reservation for MBA admission in MAT?
No, there is no reservation for MBA admission in MAT. Besides this, no marks will be required to apply for MBA admission through MAT.
What is the minimum percentage required to apply for MAT?
There are no minimum percentage criteria to apply for MAT. Any candidate who has completed bachelor's degree may apply for MAT.
How can I check the eligibility criteria for MAT?
You can check the eligibility criteria for MAT from the official website of the MAT.
Is MAT compulsory for MBA admission?
No, MAT is not compulsory for MBA admission. There are many other entrance exams such as CAT, CMAT and XAT. You may apply to any of them.
Who can apply for MAT?
Candidates who have satisfied all the eligibility criteria of MAT may apply for MAT entrance exam.