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Himachal Pradesh University Management Aptitude Test 2026 ( HPU MAT )

Shruti Garg
Updated on Oct 13, 2025 14:27 IST

By Shruti Garg, Assistant Manager- Editorial

Download the past year sample papers to practice questions for HPU MAT 2026 exam. The more one practices the past year papers, the better they become in answering the questions on the exam day. HPU MAT question papers are important for exam preparation. The question paper will help the aspirants getting familiarise with the exam pattern and syllabus of the HPU MAT 2026. Candidates can assess their preparation level with the help of the question papers. Below are the highlights and the links to download the HPU MAT question papers.

Q:   What type of questions are asked in HPU MAT?
A: 

The HPU MAT questions are objective and carries multiple choices (MCQs). Each question will have four answer options. Candidates will have to select the correct answer option and click on it with the help of mouse. Since HPU MAT 2026 exam will be conducted in a computer-based mode, test-takers will be able to mark only one answer option. In case it is the correct option, they will get full marks, and in case of wrong answer, no negative marking scheme will be applied. Candidates must ensure the accuracy of the answer before selecting the answer. Before the final submission, they can change the answer option in case they realise that they have entered the wrong answer option earlier.

Q:   Is the syllabus for CMAT and HPU MAT same?
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Yes, the syllabus for CMAT and HPU MAT is same. Candidates preparing for CMAT will require revision during the HPU MAT exam. As per HPU MAT exam pattern, the question paper is divided into following sections viz., General knowledge, English language skills, Reasoning and numerical skills and Business environment awareness. Similarly, CMAT question paper is divided into the following sections  viz., Quantitative Techniques & Data interpretation, Logical reasoning, Language comprehension, General awareness, Innovation and entrepreneurship. Both HPU MAT and CMAT does not have sectional time limit. The number of questions vary in both the exams however te difficulty level of both exams is moderate to easy.

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  • HPU MAT Previous Year's Question Paper- 2022
  • Preparation Guides
  • HPU MAT Question Paper Highlights
  • FAQs Regarding HPU MAT Question Paper

Download previous year HPU MAT question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download HPU MAT previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

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HPU MAT Question Paper Highlights

Sections

Marks

English Comprehension

50

Reasoning

50

Business Environment

50

Arithmetic Comprehension and DI

50

Total

200

HPU MAT 2026 Marking Scheme

Candidates will get:

  • one mark for every correct answer
  • zero marks for any incorrect answer

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Q:   Are there subjective-type questions in the HPU MAT exam?
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No, the HPU MAT will not have subjective-type questions. HPU MAT is a computer based test inclusive of 200 multiple choice questions (MCQs) that candidates must answer in two hours. Each question will have four options, candidates will be required select the correct answer.
HPU MAT exam covers three sections
  • General Knowledge
  • English Language Skills
  • Reasoning and NUmerical Skills
  • Business Environment Awareness
The HPU MAT exam is designed to assess a candidate's knowledge and skills in related fields.  The HPU MAT exam is conducted online. Candidates receive one mark for each correct answer with no negative marking.
Q:   Does HPU MAT has sectional time limit?
A: 

No, HPU MAT exam does not have sectional time limit to appear for the exam. However, students will be required to complete the exam in pre informed exam duration i.e, two hours/ 120 minutes and no extra time will be granted to the students under any circumstances. HPU MAT is a computer-based online exam the test screen will move from first section to the next section only when the candidate clicks the next button. Candidates have to be mindful of the on-screen timer and pre-decide the number of questions to solve in each section as there will be negative markings. It is not mandatory to solve all the questions in HPU MAT exam so candidates can devise a strategy to use the exam duration as per their strength and weakness. Candidates must reach the exam centre at least an hour prior to complete the frisking formalities at the HPU MAT exam centre.

Q:   How many sections are in HPU MAT?
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HPU Management Aptitude Test (HPU MAT) is conducted for admission to MBA programme of HPU Business School. HPU MAT question paper will consist of questions four sections viz.,  English Comprehension,   Business Environment,  General Knowledge and Reasoning and Numerical Skills. The General English part will have questions from Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Ability. Reasoning and Numerical section will include questions from algebra, statistics, number systems, percenatges, profit and loss and so forth. The General Awareness section will have questions from General Knowledge, Current Affairs and Business Scenario. Business Environment Areness section will imclude questions from World Economy, Indian Economy, Industry, Banking, Trade, Famous business tycoons & industrialists, corporate assocations BSE & NSE, logos & tags lines orf different companies and so forth.

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Q:   Which are the important topics for HPU MAT Reasoning and Numerical Skills section?
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Some of the important topics for HPU MAT Reasoning and Numerical Skills section are:

  • Geometry
  • Ratios and Proportion
  • Number System
  • Work and Time
  • HCF & LCM
  • Algebra
  • Profit & Loss
  • In-equations Quadratic and linear equations
  • Geometric Progression
  • Percentages & Averages
  • Partnership (Accounts)
  • Time-Speed-Distance
  • Mean, Median & Mode
  • Assertion & Reasons
  • Cause and effect
  • Assumption-premise-conclusion
  • Critical reasoning
  • Analytical and logical reasoning
  • Coding and decoding
  • Family tree
  • Statements and conclusions
  • Statements and assumptions
  • Visual reasoning symbol based problem

Candidates preparing for HPU MAT must ensure to solve sample papers and mock tests to become familiar with the type of questions asked in Reasoning and Numerical skills section. 

Q:   Which are the important topics for HPU MAT Business Environment section?
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Some of the important topics for HPU MAT Business Environment section are:

  • World Economy
  • Indian Economy    
  • Industry
  • Banking
  • Trade
  • Famous Business Tycoons & Industrialists
  • Corporate associations BSE & NSE
  • Logos and taglines
  • the latest who's who
  • the latest Government policies
  • Abbreviations of Business huses
  • the latest tie-ups of national and international companies
  • Business achievements
  • Business current affairs
  • Economy current affairs
  • Fundamentals of Economics
  • Fundamentals of Commerce & Trade

To prepare for the HPU MAT Business Environment section, candidates must ensure to stay updated with the latest events by reading newspaper and magazines on daily basis. 

Q:   Is HPU MAT exam date announced?
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No, HPU MAT 2026 exam date has not been announced yet. Himachal Pradesh University Business School will release the HPU MAT 2026 notification tentatively in second week of April 2026. With the release of notification, candidates can know the HPU MAT 2026 exam date. The exam will be held tentatively in second week of June 2026. HPU MAT exam is conducted in offline mode. Candidates will have to report at the alloted exam centre on the day of examination. The registrations for HPU MAT 2026 will commence soon after the release of official notification. While filling the application form, candidates could enter the exam centre preferences. On the basis of the preferences entered, candidates will be alloted the exam centre (subject to availability).

Q:   When can I download HPU MAT admit card?
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Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) will release the HPU MAT admit card 2026. Candidates can download their admit cards till the date of examination. HPU MAT 2026 admit cards will be released online. The admit card will be available for download in PDF document and is a mandatory document to be carried to the HPU MAT exam centre. Prior to the release of the HPU MAT admit card, candidates must keep the credentaisl ready to login and download the hal ticket. After downloading the HPU MAT 2026 admit card, candidates will have to check all the details carefully and ensure that there is no mistake. In case of any error, they will have to contact HPU to get the necessary corrections done. 

Q:   Does HPU releases HPU MAT answer key?
A: 

No, HPU does not releases the HPU MAT answer key. Soon after the HPU MAT 2026 exam is conducted, authorities will release HPU MAT 2026 result. Only candidates who will appear for the exam will be able to check their scorecards online. HPU MAT result is released in the form of merit list. Candidates will be able to check their name and roll number if shortlisted. 

Such students will have to appear for the HPU MAT counselling process as per the scheudule. HPU releases the HPU MAT counselling schedule for both subsidized and non-subsidized seats. 

Q:   What is the last date for filling HPU MAT application form?
A: 

Himachal Pradesh University will commence the HPU MAT 2026 registration tentatively in last week of April. Soon after the release of the HPU MAT notification candidates can check the important dates pertaining to HPU MAT 2026. The last date for HPU MAT 2026 registration will be notified.

Candidats will be required to fill the HPU MAT application form within the given time frame, failing which no request for extension of the HPU MAT registration last date will be entertained. HPU does not provide the window for late fee payment. HPU MAT 2026 application process will be conducted in online mode. No physical copies of the HPU MAT application form must be sent to the authorities.

Q:   Which are the important topics for HPU MAT English Language and Comprehension section?
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Some of the important topics for HPU MAT English language and Comprehension section are:

  • Comprehension
  • Adverbs
  • Sentence Improvement
  • Sentence Jumble
  • Prepositions
  • Parallelism
  • Nouns
  • Articles
  • Modifiers
  • Pronouns
  • Verbs
  • Subject-Verb Agreement
  • Adjectives
  • Tense
  • Parts of Speech

HPU MAT is conducted for admission to MBA programme of HPU Business School. To prepare for HPU MAT exam candidates must ensure to take HPU MAT mock tests and solve previous year question papers to become familiar with the exam pattern and syllabus.

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