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Under Graduate Aptitude Test 2025 ( UGAT )

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UGAT exam syllabus 2026 is prescribed by AIMA. UGAT 2026 syllabus comprises topics and sub-topics from the English Language, Numerical and Data Analysis, Reasoning and General Intelligence, and General Knowledge. Take a look at the complete syllabus of UGAT 2026 with information about section-wise topics and study material. Knowing the UGAT syllabus is essential as it will help the students develop a focused preparation plan for the upcoming exam. UGAT exam 2026 will be conducted in the PBT mode this year. Read below to know the detailed UGAT syllabus.

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  • UGAT 2026 Section-Wise Syllabus
  • Best Books for UGAT 2026 Exam Preparation
  • UGAT Exam Syllabus FAQs
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UGAT 2026 Section-Wise Syllabus

Read below to know the section-wise detailed UGAT syllabus 2026:

UGAT Syllabus 2026 for English Language

Listed below are the topics under English Language:

Section 1: English Language Syllabus

Verbal Reasoning

Sentence completion

Fill In the Blanks

One word substitution

Contextual usage

Vocabulary

Sentence correction

Idioms

Analogies

Different usage of the same word

Jumbled paragraphs

Foreign language words used in English 

Parts of Speech: Types, Practice Questions and Answers

Synonyms

UGAT Syllabus 2026 for Numerical and Data Analysis

Listed below are the topics under Numerical and Data Analysis:

Section 2: Numerical and Data Analysis Syllabus

Geometry

Work and time

Number system

Percentages

HCF & LCM

Averages

Algebra

Profit & Loss

Ratios and Proportion

In-equations Quadratic and linear equations

Geometric Progression

Time-Speed-Distance 

UGAT 2026 Syllabus for Reasoning and Intelligence 

Listed below are the topics under Reasoning and Intelligence:

Section 3: Reasoning and Intelligence Syllabus

Coding & Decoding

Visual reasoning

Pie Chart

Puzzles

Arrangement

Strong Arguments and Weak Arguments

Multi-dimensional arrangements

Course of Action

Graphs representing Area

Series

Family tree

Numeric grid

Blood Relations

Critical Reasoning

Calendars

Statement Conclusions

Column graphs 

Syllogisms

UGAT Exam Syllabus for General Knowledge

Listed below are the topics under General Knowledge:

Section 4: General Knowledge Syllabus

Government and Politics

Famous Personalities

Business

Economy

History

Static GK

Geography

Current affairs

UGAT 2026 Syllabus: Section-wise Weightage

Check the UGAT 2026 sectional weightage and difficulty level below:

Sections

Total Questions

Difficulty Level (expected for UGAT 2026)

English Language

40

Easy to Moderate

Numerical and Data Analysis

30

Easy to Moderate

Reasoning and Intelligence 

30

Moderate to Difficult

General Knowledge

30

Easy to Moderate

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which are the best books to crack UGAT?
A: 

Some of the best books to crack UGAT are: 

  1. English Language:
    • High School Grammar and Comprehension by Wren and Martin
    • Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
    • Objective General English by SP Bakshi
  2. Numerical and Data Analysis:
    • NCERT Mathematics books
    • Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams by RS Aggarwal
    • Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma
  3. Reasoning and Intelligence:
    • A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
    • Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey
    • Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
  4. General Knowledge
    • Manorama Year Book
    • Newspapers
    • Lucent's General Knowledge 
Q:   How can I increase my reading speed in UGAT preparation?
A: 

UGAT is conducted by AIMA. The UGAT question paper is divided into four sections, namely, English Language, Numerical and Data Analysis, General Knowledge and Reasoning and Intelligence. Time management is the key to scoring well in the exam.

The English Language section of the UGAT question paper is based on English usage and Grammar. The section aims to assess the candidate’s hold on language comprehension, grammar and vocabulary. It examines the candidates on how well they comprehend the given data, analyse the question, vocabulary, grammar, etc. Speed and accuracy are the two key players in having a good preparation for UGAT. To improve the reading speed in UGAT preparation consider the following:

  1. Dedicate a portion of your study routine to focused reading practice.
  2. Challenge yourself by setting a time limit for reading tasks. Gradually reduce the time limit to progressivley increase your reading speed.
  3. Expanding your vocabulary will not only aid comprehension but will also facilitate quicker reading. 
  4. develop the skill of quickly skimming and scanning through passages to grasp their main ideas. 
  5. Cultivate a composed and focused mindset during your reading practice and curb on subvocalising to accelerate your reading speed. 

Keep a few practices like the above in mind, make sure you give enough time to your mind to stay calm and prevent mental fatigue. Consistency is the key. 

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Best Books for UGAT 2026 Exam Preparation

Refer the table below to know the best books for UGAT preparation:

Book Name

Author/Publisher

A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning

R S Aggarwal

A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal, Non-Verbal & Analytical

Arihant publications

Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations

Abhijit Guha

How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT

Arun Sharma

Manorama Yearbook

Manorama

General Knowledge

Lucent publications

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is it necessary to have maths in 12th to clear UGAT exam?
A: 

No, Maths is not a mandatory requirement but mathematics is a part of exam. Even the students from non-mathematics background are eligible to appear for the UGAT exam. However, the Quantitative Aptitude section of the UGAT exam is one of the toughest sections of UGAT and if the candidate wishes to ace the UGAT exam, then they need to brush up on your mathematics skills to get a good score in this section. Any student who has appeared for their Class 12 exams and passed from a recognised board will be eligibile to appear for the UGAT exam. 

Q:   Is there any negative marking in UGAT?
A: 
Yes, there is negative marking in UGAT. For each incorrect answer, 0.5 marks will be deducted from the total score. This means that it is not advisable to guess the answers to questions that you are not sure about. It is better to leave them unanswered. Here is the UGAT marking scheme: * Correct answer: 2 marks * Incorrect answer: -0.5 marks * Unanswered question: 0 marks I hope this helps!
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UGAT Exam Syllabus FAQs

Check some of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on UGAT syllabus.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the syllabus for UGAT?
A: 

UGAT syllabus includes all the important topics of subjects that are relevant for business administration and general aptitude. For UGAT exam, candidates have to study, English Language, Numerical and Data Analysis, Reasoning and General Intelligence, and General Knowledge. Given below are the key topics included in the UGAT syllabus: -

  1. The English Language section of UGAT exam syllabus includes various topics of Grammar, Word Meaning, Vocabulary, Parajumbles, Fill in the Blanks, Sentence Completion, Synonyms and Antonyms, Reading Comprehension, Idioms, Analogies, etc.
  2. The Numerical and Data Analysis section of UGAT syllabus includes all the topics of Mathematics from Class 9 to 10 such as Arithmetic, Geometry, Algebra Trigonometry, Modern Math, Number System, Percentages, Equations, Ratio and Proportion, Work and Time, Averages, Mensuration, etc.
  3. The Reasoning and Intelligence section of the UGAT syllabus includes topics such as Coding and Decoding, Visual Reasoning, Puzzles, Patterns, Arrangement, Blood Relations, Strong and Weak Arguments, Course of Action, Series, etc.
  4. The last section, General Knowledge, of the UGAT syllabus is based on the current happenings, domestic and international news, history, etc. The questions are based on topics such as Current Affairs, Sports, Politics, Economics, Business, History, Geography, Famous Personalities, Books and Authors, etc. 

In order to prepare well for UGAT, candidates need to prepare well with the help of UGAT past year question papers and sample papers. By solving sample papers of UGAT, candidates will have an idea of the difficulty level of the UGAT question paper and the type of questions asked in the exam. Candidates can solve the sample papers while keeping in mind the syllabus of UGAT exam.

Q:   When will the UGAT exam be conducted?
A: 

The UGAT exam 2025 is scheduled to be conducted on June 14, 2025. The AIMA UGAT will be conducted in the paper-based test mode across various test centres in the country. The All India Management Association (AIMA) has released the tentative schedule for the AIMA UGAT exam. According to the schedule, the UGAT application form will be release soon and the last date to register for the exam is June 6, 2025. 

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