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Official source: AIMA: information for MAT December 2026 · checked 2026-10-30
Updated 2026-10-30
MAT FAQ
For job seekers, fresh graduates and professionals searching government jobs and test prep in India.
How do I prepare for MAT in India?
MAT is conducted by AIMA. Pattern: 150 questions · 120 min · −0.25 mark per wrong answer. Sections: Language Comprehension: 30 Q · Intelligence & Critical Reasoning: 30 Q · Mathematical Skills: 30 Q · Data Analysis & Sufficiency: 30 Q · Economic & Business Environment: 30 Q. AIMA's December 2026 page lists 150 MCQs across five sections of 30, in 120 minutes, with −0.25 for each incorrect answer. Practice reports correct answers, not an official scaled MAT score. Available practice and mock coverage varies and may be incomplete. Check the official notice for the current year.
Where do I apply for MAT?
Apply only on the official site of AIMA. Open the Apply tab on the MAT page to reach it. Keep Aadhaar, photographs, certificates and the fee receipt ready.
Is there negative marking in MAT?
Negative marking and section timing depend on the examination and question type. Consult the current official notice for MAT.