AIMA MAT August 2024 Exam Application Starts, Schedule and Other Details Available Here

Published at : 25 Jun 2024, 1:28 PM IST

Updated at : 25 Jun 2024, 1:28 PM IST

Last dates to submit applications are 9,11,18 August 2024 of IBT 1, CBT, IBT 2 and PBT modes respectively.

Candidates who are interested in management admissions in well-known educational institutions across India can aim submitting AIMA MAT August 2024 Exam Application.

Candidates wishing to take test in CBT mode can submit AIMA MAT August 2024 Exam application before 11 August 2024. Test in CBT mode will be conducted on 18 August 2024.

Those wishing to appear in IBT mode can appear for two times – first time on 14 August and last date to submit AIMA MAT August 2024 Exam application is 9 August 2024.

Candidates can register to appear in IBT mode for second time by 18 August 2024 and the test for IBT mode for second time will be held on 23 August 2024.

About the exam

The full name of the exam is Management Aptitude Test which is popular among all as MAT. It is conducted four times in a year in February, May, September and December.

Exam is conducted in Computer Based Mode (CBT), Internet Based Mode (IBT) and Paper Based Test (PBT). Candidates can choose to appear in any one of the three modes.

They can also opt to write the test in more than one mode. The score card will be made available on official website of AIMA during the last week of the month of the test.

More details about the combination that can be opted for writing the exam are provided below for the sake of the candidates:

# Appear for MAT in PBT mode

# Appear for MAT in CBT mode

# Appear for MAT in IBT mode

# Appear for MAT in CBT and IBT

# Appear for MAT in PBT and CBT

# Appear for MAT in IBT and IBT (Double Remote Proctored Internet Based Test-IBT)

# Appear for MAT in PBT and IBT

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Those who have appeared for their qualifying degree exams and are waiting for results or who are about to appear for their final exams of the qualifying degree can take up AIMA MAT August 2024 exam application submission.

However, these candidates have to pass the exam and provide a proof for it by the time of commencement of admission in the institutions.

More details are provided below in a tabular format and candidates can look into it:

MAT Test Structure

MAT has five sections, each with thirty questions. A total of 150 questions are to be attempted over 120 minutes.
Test structure is given below:

Section No.	Section Name	No. of Questions
I	Language Comprehension	30
II	Intelligence & Critical Reasoning	30
III	Mathematical Skills	30
IV	Data Analysis & Sufficiency	30
V	Economic & Business Environment	30

ELIGIBILITY

Graduates in any discipline. Final year students of Graduate Courses can also apply.

MODE OF TEST
(How to take the Test)

Candidate can take MAT as

(i) Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT) or

(ii) Paper Based Test (PBT) or

(iii) Computer Based Test (CBT) or

(iv) Paper Based Test and Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (PBT+IBT) or

(v) Double Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT+IBT) or

(vi) Computer Based Test and Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (CBT+IBT) or

(vii) Paper Based Test and Computer Based Test (PBT+CBT)

Note:

Candidates can opt for an additional mode of test (e.g. IBT+IBT, PBT+CBT, IBT+PBT, IBT+CBT) by paying an extra fee of ₹1200/- in addition to ₹2100/-.
Candidates opting for additional test will have the benefit of selecting additional 2 Management Institutes for sending their scores in addition to existing option of selecting 5 Management Institutes i.e. they can select 7 Management Institutes in total.

HOW TO APPLY

Register online at website link: https://mat.aima.in with Credit Card/Debit Card (ATM Card), Net Banking, UPI and Paytm wallet. The fee details are given below:

Candidates have to download the MAT Score from website https://mat.aima.in/ (Applicant dashboard)

TEST CITIES

PBT & CBT Test cities details are provided under TAB Download/ View https://mat.aima.in/

LIST OF PARTICIPATING MANAGEMENT INSTITUTES

Select the institutes where you have applied or are applying for admission.
Important Notice: Candidates are advised to check the approval/recognition status of various programs directly from the concerned Authorities/ Institutes/ Universities.

ADMIT CARD

All provisionally registered candidates for IBT/PBT/CBT have to download their Admit Card from MAT website https://mat.aima.in/ (Applicant dashboard) as per the schedule given above.

Admit Card contains Candidate’s Name, Form No, Roll No, Test Date, Test Time and Test Venue Address. Candidate has to strictly follow the date and time allotted to him/her in the admit card.

CLARIFICATION

Candidates may clarify queries regarding MAT, if any, at e-mail: mat@aima.in and Contact: 8130338839, 9599030586 (between 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM) & 011-47673020 (between 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM, Monday to Friday)

SALIENT ASPECTS OF MAT

Govt. of India, Ministry of Education approved MAT as a National Level Test
National Level Test for admissions into MBA/ PGDM/ MMS Programs
Acceptability of MAT score is endorsed by Honourable Supreme Court of India and by Delhi High Court
Time tested admission test – trusted for over 35 years since 1988
Wide acceptability of scores by hundreds of Business Schools and University Departments
Administered four times a year – February, May, August and December
Conducted in 03 modes IBT (Internet Based Test), PBT (Paper Based Test) and CBT (Computer Based Test)
Concession in registration fee for candidates registering for two modes .
Candidates could apply in multiple administrations also
Score validity of one year, best of the score is accepted from multiple attempts
Testing & Assessment Process CMMI SVC Level 3 certified
Availed by lakhs of candidates from all over India

BITSAT 2026: Complete Exam Guide (Eligibility, Pattern, Syllabus, Tips)

Mayank

Published at : 4 Dec 2025, 11:21 AM IST

Updated at : 4 Dec 2025, 11:21 AM IST

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BITSAT 2026 Exam Overview

BITSAT (Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test) is an online entrance exam for admission into BITS Pilani, BITS Goa, BITS Hyderabad, and BITS Dubai.

Key Highlights

Feature	Details
Exam Name	BITSAT 2026
Conducting Body	BITS Pilani
Courses Offered	B.E., B.Pharm, Integrated M.Sc.
Exam Mode	Online (CBT)
Attempts	Two sessions expected
Difficulty Level	Moderately difficult
Admission Based On	BITSAT score only (no board cutoff rank system)

Eligibility Criteria for BITSAT 2026

Academic Requirements

Students must meet the following:

Must have passed Class 12 in 2025 or appearing in 2026.
Must have Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) for B.E. programs.
For B.Pharm, PCB or PCM is allowed.
Minimum 75% aggregate in PCM/PCB and 60% in each subject.

Additional Rules

Only first attempt in board exam will be considered for eligibility.
Students already enrolled in any BITS campus are not eligible.

BITSAT 2026 Exam Pattern

Mode: Online

Duration: 3 hours

Type: MCQs

Marking Scheme: +3 for correct, -1 for incorrect

Section-wise Pattern

Section	Questions
Physics	30
Chemistry	30
Mathematics/Biology	40
English Proficiency	10
Logical Reasoning	20
Total	130 Questions

Bonus Questions: Students who finish early and attempt all questions may get extra 12 questions, making BITSAT more flexible than exams like VITEEE and SRMJEEE.

BITSAT 2026 Syllabus

The syllabus is based on NCERT Class 11 & 12 topics.

Physics Highlights

Mechanics
Electrostatics
Oscillations & Waves
Modern Physics
Optics

Chemistry Highlights

Organic Chemistry (full NCERT)
Physical Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry

Mathematics Highlights

Calculus
Coordinate Geometry
Vectors
Probability
Trigonometry

English + Reasoning

Reading comprehension
Vocabulary
Logical deduction
Figure-based reasoning

BITSAT 2026 Exam Dates (Expected)

Event	Tentative Timeline
Application Form Release	January 2026
Session 1 Exam	May 2026
Session 2 Exam	June 2026
Result (Scorecard)	Immediately after exam
Admission & Counselling	July 2026 onwards

BITSAT 2026 Application Process

How to Apply

Visit the official BITS admissions portal.
Register with email & phone number.
Fill personal and academic details.
Upload photo & signature.
Pay the application fee.
Book your exam slot.

Application Fee (Expected)

Male candidates: ₹3,400–₹3,900
Female candidates: ₹2,900–₹3,400
Fee varies for single/two sessions.

Why Choose BITS Pilani?

BITS Pilani is consistently among the best engineering colleges in India.

Top Facts

NIRF Rank (Engineering): 25
Strong Industry Partnerships: Google, Amazon, Microsoft
Average Package (Pilani Campus): ₹30+ LPA (2024 data)
Highest Package: ₹60+ LPA (international)
Fees: Approx. ₹2.5–3 lakhs per year
Fully residential campus with world-class research labs

BITSAT 2026 Cutoff (Expected)

Here are expected cutoffs based on previous year’s trends:

BITS Campus & Branch	Expected Cutoff (2026)
BITS Pilani – CSE	370+
Pilani – ECE	330+
Pilani – Mechanical	280+
BITS Goa – CSE	340+
BITS Hyderabad – CSE	330+

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BITSAT 2026 Preparation Tips

Follow NCERT Strictly

Most questions come directly from NCERT fundamentals.

Strengthen Speed + Accuracy

BITSAT is speed-focused—130 questions in 180 minutes.

Practice Online Mock Tests

Helps with time management and understanding question patterns.

Use Bonus Questions Wisely

Attempt only if you’re confident; guessing reduces score.

Comparison: BITSAT vs Other Exams

Features	BITSAT	JEE Main	VITEEE	SRMJEEE
Mode	Online	Online	Online	Online
Difficulty	Moderate	High	Easy–Moderate	Easy–Moderate
Syllabus	NCERT-based	NCERT-based	Simplified	Simplified
Negative Marking	Yes	Yes	No	No
College Ranking	Very High	Very High	High	High

FAQs

What is a good score in BITSAT 2026?

A score above 300 is considered good, while 350+ is required for CSE in top campuses.

How many attempts are allowed in BITSAT?

Students can appear in two sessions; the best score is considered.

Which BITS campus is best for placement?

BITS Pilani has the highest placement record, followed by Goa and Hyderabad.

Can I get CSE in BITS Pilani with 320 marks?

Unlikely. CSE cutoffs usually go above 370.

How difficult is BITSAT compared to JEE Main?

BITSAT is less concept-heavy but requires fast accuracy.

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Conclusion

BITSAT 2026 is one of the best opportunities for students aiming for top engineering colleges with excellent placements and academic reputation. With early preparation and the right strategy, you can secure a seat in one of India’s most prestigious private institutes.
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Stay tuned for updates on BITSAT 2026 exam dates, forms, and cutoffs.

Mayank