AIMA, the organisation that administers the test, has released the comprehensive MAT Eligibility Criteria 2024. Candidates must have completed their graduation in any discipline from an accredited university in order to be eligible for the 2024 MAT. Additionally, candidates may apply for the MAT 2024 exam even if they are in their final year of graduation. To register for MAT 2024, there is no minimum age requirement. The MAT 2024 application forms for the February session are now available from AIMA which administers the MAT exam, which is required for admission to MBA and PGDM programmes at esteemed B-schools around the nation. Candidates filling out the MAT 2024 application form have the choice of selecting up to five colleges.
MAT is a national-level entrance exam which is conducted by the All India Management Association (AIMA) to screen candidates for admission to MBA and allied programs offered by various B-schools across the country. Given below are the eligibility criteria that the candidate should check to qualify for MAT 2024.
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Educational Qualification |
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Final-year graduation students can also apply. |
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Age Limit |
There is no age limit to appear for the MAT examination. |
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Minimum Marks |
There is no minimum aggregate percentage requirement for appearing in MAT. However, candidates should check the eligibility criteria of the B-schools where they want to apply as some institutes may have their own minimum marks requirement. |
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Work Experience |
Work experience is not mandatory to appear for the MAT examination. However, some B-schools may give preference to candidates with work experience |
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Nationality |
Indian as well as foreign candidates can apply for the MAT examination. |
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Number of Attempts |
There is no limit on the number of times a candidate can appear for the MAT examination. |
The reservation criteria for the MAT entrance exam 2024 are as per the guidelines set by the Government of India. The following are the reservation criteria for the MAT entrance exam 2024:
These reservation criteria are applicable to all the participating institutes of MAT 2024. However, the reservation policy may vary from institute to institute.
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Minimum Percentage |
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Scheduled Caste |
15% |
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Scheduled Tribe |
7.5% |
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OBC |
27% |
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PH Candidates |
3% |
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College/Institute |
Eligibility Criteria |
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Jaipuria Institute of Management |
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CHRIST University |
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Fortune Institute of International Business |
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Asia Pacific Institute of Management |
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College/Institute |
Eligibility Criteria |
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AIMS School of Business |
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Alliance School of Business |
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GIBS Business School, Bangalore |
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MP Birla Institute of Management |
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College/Institute |
Eligibility Criteria |
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Birla School of Management, Bhubaneswar |
Graduate with a valid MAT score |
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IMS Business School, Kolkata |
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DMI, Patna |
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Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan , Kolkata |
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College/Institute |
Eligibility Criteria |
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CHRIST University, Mumbai |
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Faculty of Management Studies, Rajasthan |
Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA (45% FOR SC/ST) |
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Raipur Institute of Technology, Chattisgarh |
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ITM University, Chattisgarh |
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MAT conducting body AIMA does not specify any reservation or different criteria as per colleges. However various participating institutes have set up their own rules of MAT exam eligibility percentage for admission in the respective institutes. Some of these criteria implied by some colleges are:
Minimum 50% to 60% marks in graduation required
Some relaxation may be given to professional degree holders
Weightage to work experience may be awarded in admission criteria
Weightage can be given to women candidates in admission criteria to promote gender diversity
Good weightage can be given for excellent academic performance in classes 10 and 12
Ques. What is the minimum qualification required to appear for the MAT exam?
Ans. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution. Final-year undergraduate students can also apply.
Ques Is there an age limit for appearing in the MAT exam?
Ans. No, there is no specific age limit to appear for the MAT exam.
Ques. Do I need work experience to apply for MAT?
Ans. No, work experience is not a requirement for MAT eligibility. Both fresh graduates and working professionals can apply.
Ques. Can international students apply for MAT?
Ans. Yes, international candidates can apply for MAT. They must have an equivalent qualification recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
Ques. Is there any minimum percentage requirement in graduation for MAT eligibility?
Ans. No, there is no minimum percentage requirement. Candidates with a passing mark in their Bachelor's degree are eligible to apply.
Ques. Are there any specific subject requirements for the MAT exam?
Ans. No, there are no specific subject requirements. Candidates from any discipline can apply for the MAT exam.
Ques. Can I apply for MAT if I am in the final year of my Bachelor's degree?
Ans. Yes, final-year students can apply for MAT. However, they must complete their degree before the start of the MBA/PGDM program if they qualify through MAT scores.
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