AIMA released the MAT December 2026 notification on October 21, 2026, opening registration for the Management Aptitude Test December session at mat.aima.in.
MAT December 2026 is open to graduates and final-year students from any recognised university. You can appear in the Paper-Based Test (PBT), Computer-Based Test (CBT), Internet-Based Test (IBT), or a combination of modes in the same registration cycle. The exam is accepted by over 600 B-schools across India for MBA and allied management programme admissions.
- Notification released: October 21, 2026
- Registration portal: mat.aima.in (open now)
- PBT exam date: December 14, 2026 (expected, based on previous year trends)
- CBT and IBT exam dates: December 2026; slot dates to be announced
- Eligibility: Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university; final-year students may apply
- Application fee: Rs 1,550 per mode
| Direct Link to MAT December 2026 Registration (OPEN) |
MAT December 2026 Highlights
The table below gives a quick snapshot of the MAT December 2026 exam.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Management Aptitude Test (MAT) |
| Conducting Body | All India Management Association (AIMA) |
| Session | December 2026 |
| Exam Level | National |
| Mode of Exam | PBT, CBT, IBT |
| Duration | 150 minutes |
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Accepting Colleges | 600+ B-schools across India |
| Official Website | mat.aima.in |
MAT December 2026 Important Dates
The schedule below reflects the official notification released on October 21, 2026. CBT and IBT slot booking dates will be updated once AIMA announces them.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | October 21, 2026 |
| Registration Opens | October 21, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply — PBT | November 15, 2026 (expected) |
| Last Date to Apply — CBT and IBT | November 30, 2026 (expected) |
| PBT Admit Card Download | December 5, 2026 (expected) |
| PBT Exam Date | December 14, 2026 (expected) |
| CBT and IBT Exam Dates | December 2026 (slots to be announced) |
| MAT December 2026 Result | January 2027 (expected) |
All expected dates are based on previous MAT December session trends. Check mat.aima.in regularly for confirmed dates.
MAT December 2026 Eligibility Criteria
You are eligible to apply for MAT December 2026 if you hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a university recognised by the Association of Indian Universities. Students appearing in their final-year examinations are also eligible, subject to submitting proof of graduation before the start of the academic session at their chosen B-school.
- Minimum qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university
- Minimum marks: No minimum percentage required by AIMA; individual colleges set their own score thresholds
- Final-year students: Eligible to apply; must complete graduation before joining the programme
- Age limit: No upper age limit specified by AIMA
- Number of attempts: No restriction — you can appear across multiple MAT sessions and have your best score reported
MAT December 2026 Application Fee
The fee depends on how many modes you register for. Opting for multiple modes in a single registration is cost-effective and maximises your score attempts.
| Mode(s) | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| PBT only / CBT only / IBT only | Rs 1,550 |
| Any two modes | Rs 2,650 |
| All three modes (PBT + CBT + IBT) | Rs 3,200 |
Payment is accepted via credit card, debit card, or net banking on the official AIMA portal. The application fee is non-refundable once submitted.
How to Apply for MAT December 2026
Registration for MAT December 2026 is live at mat.aima.in. Complete all steps before the deadline for your chosen mode. The process takes roughly 15–20 minutes.
- Go to mat.aima.in and click on the MAT December 2026 registration link on the homepage.
- Create a new account using your name, email address, and mobile number. Your login credentials will be sent to your registered email.
- Log in and fill the application form — enter your personal, academic, and contact details accurately.
- Choose your exam mode — PBT, CBT, IBT, or a combination. For CBT and IBT, select your preferred date and time slot at this stage.
- Upload your documents — a recent passport-size photograph (JPG, 50–100 KB) and your signature (JPG, 10–50 KB) in the prescribed format.
- Select B-schools to receive your MAT score report. You can select up to five colleges during registration at no extra cost.
- Pay the application fee online via debit card, credit card, or net banking and complete the transaction.
- Download the confirmation page after successful payment and save it for your records. Your admit card will be available for download separately closer to the exam date.
MAT December 2026 Exam Pattern
MAT follows the same structure across all three modes. The paper has 200 multiple-choice questions across five sections completed in 150 minutes.
| Section | Questions | Suggested Time |
|---|---|---|
| Language Comprehension | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Mathematical Skills | 40 | 40 minutes |
| Data Analysis and Sufficiency | 40 | 35 minutes |
| Intelligence and Critical Reasoning | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Indian and Global Environment | 40 | 15 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 150 minutes |
- Marking scheme: +1 for each correct answer; -0.25 for each incorrect answer
- Composite score: Reported on a scaled score; most colleges use a composite out of 800 based on the first four sections
- Indian and Global Environment: This section is generally excluded from composite score calculations by most accepting colleges
MAT December 2026 FAQs
Ques. When was the MAT December 2026 notification released?
Ans. AIMA released the MAT December 2026 notification on October 21, 2026, and registration opened on the same day at mat.aima.in.
Ques. Who is eligible to apply for MAT December 2026?
Ans. Any graduate from a recognised university in any discipline is eligible. Final-year students can also apply provided they complete their graduation before the start of the programme at their selected college.
Ques. What is the MAT December 2026 application fee?
Ans. The fee is Rs 1,550 for a single mode (PBT, CBT, or IBT). Registering for two modes costs Rs 2,650 and all three modes together cost Rs 3,200.
Ques. Can I appear in more than one mode in MAT December 2026?
Ans. Yes, you can register for PBT, CBT, IBT, or any combination in a single registration. Most colleges consider your best score across the modes you attempt.
Ques. What is the expected PBT exam date for MAT December 2026?
Ans. Based on previous year trends, the MAT December 2026 PBT is expected to be held on December 14, 2026. The official date will be confirmed on mat.aima.in after registration closes.
Ques. How many colleges accept MAT scores?
Ans. Over 600 B-schools across India accept MAT scores for admission to MBA and allied management programmes. You can select up to five colleges to receive your score report during registration.
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