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MAT 2019 Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Marking Scheme & Question Paper

MAT Exam Pattern 2019: The management examination has five sections, each section having 40 questions. The total 200 questions are to be attempted over 150 minutes. 

As MAT is heldfour times a year, MAT 2019 September session will be scheduled on September 1, 2019 for PBT and September 14, 2019 for CBT mode. The offline paper will be held from 10 AM to 12.30 PM and the online paper will be conducted in multiple time-slots. 

Highlights of MAT Exam Pattern

Mode of examinationOffline and Online
Number of sections 5 – Check MAT Syllabus
Number of questions 200
Total marks200
Type of questionsObjective
Language of examEnglish
Duration of exam150 minutes
MAT Marking Scheme+1 for correct answer
Negative Marking-0.25 for incorrect answer
  1. AIMA has now allowed the MAT test takers to appear in both – paper-based and computer-based exams, with an additional payment of INR 1100 as application fee. Download MAT Admit Card
  2. An exclusive MAT 2019 Mock Test has been created for your use. 
  3. The score of Indian & Global Environment will not be considered while forming the merit list.
  4. Sectional time-limit exists but candidates can move between different sections.

MAT Section-wise Exam Pattern

SectionNumber of QuestionsTime Suggested (In Minutes)Marks Allotted
Language Comprehension403040
Mathematical Skills404040
Data Analysis & Sufficiency403540
Intelligence and Critical Reasoning403040
Indian and Global Environment401540
Total200150200

MAT Exam Pattern: Data Analysis & Sufficiency

  • The data analysis and sufficiency section judge a candidate on his critical thinking.
  • This section carries 40 questions that require intense calculation.
  • The amount of time advised spending on this section is 35 minutes.

MAT Syllabus for Data Analysis and Sufficiency

Column GraphsBar Graphs
Line chartsPie Chart
Graphs representing AreaVenn diagram

MAT Preparation Books for Data Analysis and Sufficiency

Book NamePublisher/ Writer
Accredited Guide to Data Interpretation and Data SufficiencyAnanta Ashisha
How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for MATArun Sharma
Data Analysis & Interpretation Data SufficiencyThink Tank of Kiran Prakashan

MAT Exam Pattern: Language Comprehension

  • The Language Comprehension section in MAT 2019 will test a candidate on his comprehensive and reading skills.
  • It will include reading the given passage and answering questions related to the same.
  • This section has 40 questions. 
  • Candidates are advised to devote a maximum of 30 minutes to this section.

MAT Syllabus for Language Comprehension

The following are the types of question that a candidate September face in MAT Exam–

MAT Syllabus for Language Comprehension
Verbal ReasoningUsing the same word with a different meaning
SyllogismsAnalogies
Contextual UsageOne-word substitution
AntonymsIdioms
Fill in the blanksOdd man out
Jumbled ParagraphsSentence Correction
Sentence CompletionForeign language words used in English

MAT Preparation Books for Language Comprehension

MAT language Preparation Books
Book NamePublisher/ Writer
How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading ComprehensionArun Sharma & Meenakshi Upadhyay
Mastering the Verbal Ability for CAT COMMON ADMISSION TESTAjay Singh
CAT Verbal Ability & Reading ComprehensionGautam Puri

MAT Exam Pattern: Intelligence and Critical Reasoning

  • The Intelligence & Critical Reasoning paper in MAT 2019 will test the logical and critical reasoning of all the candidates.
  • Apart from that, this section forces the candidate to exert their mental capabilities to the maximum and that is the challenging part.
  • This section has 40 questions. 
  • The maximum time suggested attempting this section is 30 minutes.

MAT Syllabus for Intelligence & Critical Reasoning

The following are the types of question that a candidate September face in MAT:

MAT Syllabus for Intelligence and Critical Reasoning
Critical reasoningVisual reasoning
Assumption-Premise-ConclusionAssertion and reasons
Statements and assumptionsIdentifying valid inferences
Identifying argumentsStatements and conclusions
Cause and EffectIdentifying probably true probably false

MAT Preparation Books for Intelligence & Critical Reasoning

Book NamePublisher/ Writer
How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for the CATArun Sharma
Analytical & Logical Reasoning For CAT & Other Management Entrance TestsPeeyush Bhardwaj
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CATNishit Sinha

MAT Exam Pattern: Mathematical Skills

  • The Mathematical Skills paper tests a candidate’s oral calculation skills.
  • This section has 40 questions.
  • Maximum time to be invested in the section should be 40 minutes.

MAT Syllabus for Mathematical Skills

The following are the types of question that a candidate September face in MAT Exam:

MAT Syllabus for Mathematical Skills
GeometryTrigonometry
Ratios and ProportionPercentages
In-equations Quadratic and linear equationsAlgebra
Profit & LossAverages
Partnership (Accounts)Time-Speed-Distance
Work and timeNumber system
HCF & LCMGeometric Progression

Read MAT Preparation Tips for Mathematical Skills

MAT Preparation Books for Mathematical Skills

MAT Mathematics books
Book NamePublisher/ Writer
Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CATSarvesh Verma
Quantitative Aptitude for the CATNishit Sinha Trishna
A Complete Manual for the CATKnowledge System

MAT Exam Pattern 2019 for Indian and Global Environment

  • The Indian and Global Environment section in MAT 2019 evaluates a candidate on his knowledge of current affairs and past events
  • There are 40 questions in this section from politics, history, science etc.
  • The suggested time to invest in the section is 15 minutes.

MAT Syllabus for Indian and Global Environment

The following are the types of question that a candidate September face in MAT 2019:

MAT Syllabus for Indian and Global Environment
Current AffairsBusiness
Punch line of companiesTop officials of big companies
Major corporate eventsFamous award and prizes
World RecordsBooks and authors
ScienceHistory
GeographyInternational organizations
Important quotationsSocial issues
SportsFinance
AutomobilesEntertainment

Read MAT Preparation Tips for General Awareness section

MAT Preparation Books for Indian and Global Environment

MAT Indian and global environment books
Book NamePublisher/ Writer
Face To Face MAT With 19 Years (1997-2016)BS Sijwali
The Mega Yearbook 2016: Current Affairs & General Knowledge For Competitive ExamsDisha Experts
MAT 18 Years Topic-Wise Solved Papers (1997-2014)Disha Experts

MAT Marking Scheme

  • Each candidate is awarded +1 mark for a correct response.
  • -0.25 marks are deducted for an incorrect response. 
  • Each section carries equal weightage of 40 marks.
  • The maximum marks which a candidate can score are 200 and the scaled score is given out of 800.

MAT Exam Pattern FAQs

Question: What is the mode of MAT exam?

Answer: MAT 2019 will be conducted in two modes. Those are Computer-based Test and Paper based test. Candidates can choose any one of the modes which are easy mode for them.

Question: What should my exam strategy be to improve percentile scores?

Answer: Candidates have to prepare extensively within a time limit, try to get adequate exposure to different models of questions, and analyze MAT mock papers.

Question: Is there any fixed syllabi for MAT exam?

Answer: No, there is no fixed syllabus in MAT exam. Candidates have to go through the analysis of the previous year papers. There are certain topics which will be asked in all the MAT exams which were mentioned above. Candidates should go through these topics to secure high marks in MAT exam.

Question: How many times is MAT conducted in a year?

Answer: MAT is conducted 4 times a year in the month of February, September, September, and December.

Question: I got 50% of marks in my Undergraduate degree examinations. Am I eligible for MAT exam?

Answer: Yes, you are eligible. Some colleges or schools have fewer cut-offs in graduation. You can select those colleges for their graduation.

Question: What are the major sections that will be asked in MAT exam?

Answer: MAT 2019 exam has 5 major sections such as Language comprehension, Mathematical skills, Data analysis and sufficiency, Indian and Global Environment, and Intelligence and critical reasoning. Based on these sections, questions will be asked.

Question: What is the basic qualification for applying MAT exam?

Answer: Candidates who have completed their bachelor degree in any stream or an equivalent degree from any recognized institute are eligible to apply for this MAT exam.

Question: Is MAT conducted all over the country? Can a foreign resident apply?

Answer: MAT exam will be conducted in all major cities in India. A foreign candidate can choose to appear in any Indian exam centers or in Dubai or Singapore. 

Question: What is the validity of MAT score?

Answer: The validity of MAT score is 1 year.

Question: Is there any age limit for attending MAT exam?

Answer: No, there is no age limit for attending MAT exam.

Question: Is there any job experience required for attending MAT exam?

Answer: No job experience is required for taking MAT exam.

Question: I have a backlog in the final year of graduation. Can I appear for MAT 2019 exam?

Answer: Yes, candidates who have a backlog in their graduation can also attend MAT exam. However, they should clear all papers before final admission.

Question: Can I attempt the MAT exam twice in a year?

Answer: Yes, candidates can attend MAT twice in a year.

Question: Can I get my scorecard through post?

Answer: Every candidate is sent the MAT scorecard through post.