JAGMAT Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

JAGSoM Aptitude Test 2026 ( JAGMAT )

Nupur Jain
Updated on Feb 26, 2026 15:05 IST

By Nupur Jain, Senior Executive - Editorial

JAGMAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Jagdish Sheth School of Management (JAGSoM) releases the JAGMAT exam pattern with the information bulletin. JAGMAT test structure helps candidates understand the key features of the exam. The exam pattern of JAGMAT includes mode of examination, question types asked in exam, number of questions, total marks, sectional time limit, exam duration, etc. JAGMAT exam is conducted in computer based test mode. Candidates have to answer 75 MCQs within 90 minutes. Scroll down to know more about the JAGMAT exam pattern 2026.

Table of contents
  • JAGMAT Exam Pattern 2026: Key Highlights
  • JAGMAT Marking Scheme 2026
  • JAGMAT Exam Structure: Sectional Overview
  • JAGMAT 2026 Preparation Tips
  • FAQs on JAGMAT Exam Pattern
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JAGMAT Exam Pattern 2026: Key Highlights

Before diving into the detailed exam pattern of JAGMAT exam, candidates must check the table below to get important highlights on the JAGMAT exam:

Exam Pattern Features

Exam Pattern Details

Exam mode

Computer based test

Type of questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

Number of answer options per question

4

Number of questions

75

Exam duration

90 minutes

Number of sections

3

Medium of exam

English

Sectional time limit

No

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is JAGMAT application form 2026 released?
A: 

Yes, Jagdish Sheth School of Management has released JAGMAT application form 2026 on its official website. Candidates seeking admission can now apply for the examination in online mode. Students have to register, fill in details, upload documents, and pay registration fee to complete application process. The last date to submit exam form will be announced by the university.

Q:   When will JAGMAT 2026 exam be conducted?
A: 

Jagdish Sheth Business & Management School (JAGSoM) announces the exam dates for JAGMAT exam on registered candidate's contact details. Once registered, candidates must keep a regular check on their email address and other contact details entered while registering for the exam.

Q:   What is JAGMAT 2026 eligibility criteria?
A: 

To be eligibile to apply for JAGMAT exam 2026, candidates must esure to fullfill educational and qualifying entrance exam requirements of JAGSoM. Check below to get JAGMAT eligibility criteria:

  • Candidates must have a bachelor's level degree from a recognised institute.
  • Candidates must have a valid score in either CAT, XAT, GMAT, or MAT.
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JAGMAT Marking Scheme 2026

Jagdish Sheth Business & Management School prescribes the marking scheme that will be used to evaluate a candidate's response sheet to calculate JAGMAT score. As per the university, JAGMAT marking scheme is as follows:

  • Candidates get 1 mark for each correct response
  • There is no negative marking in JAGMAT exam

Also Read: JAGMAT Syllabus 2026

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How can I prepare for JAGMAT exam?
A: 

To prepare effectively for JAGMAT exam, candidates must follow below tips:

  • Understand the exam pattern and syllabus.
  • Gather study material, including books, notes, etc.
  • Create a time table and stick to it religiously.
  • Practice from previous paper and mock tests.
  • Make last-minute revision notes to go through before exam.
Q:   How many questions are there in each section of JAGMAT question paper?
A: 

There are four sections in JAGMAT exam. Check below to know number of questions in each section:

Name of Section

Number of Questions

English Language Proficiency

25

Quantitative Aptitude

25

Logical Reasoning

25

Q:   Can the eligibility for JAGMAT exam be changed?
A: 

The eligibility of JAGMAT exam might or might change. It depends on admission procedure prescribed by Jagdish Sheth School of Management. If or when it changes, candidates will be able to check the updated JAGMAT eligibility requirements on its official website.

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JAGMAT Exam Structure: Sectional Overview

JAGMAT exam has questions from three different sections. These sections are included in most of the MBA entrance exams. However, the structure of these sections may differ. The table below mentions the overview of the sections that help design the JAGMAT 2026 syllabus:

Name of Section

Number of Questions

English Language Proficiency

25

Quantitative Aptitude

25

Logical Reasoning

25

Total

75

Also Read: JAGMAT Question Paper 2026

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Where can I check JAGMAT syllabus?
A: 

Candidates can check JAGMAT syllabus for all four sections on its official website. JAGSoM has released syllabus for JAGMAT exam 2026.

Q:   What are the courses offered by JAGSoM?
A: 

JAGSoM offeres admission to PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) in different specializations, including Marketing, Finance, HR, Data Science & Business Analytics, and more. 

Q:   Can I get admission to other universities with JAGMAT score?
A: 

No, only JAGSoM accepts JAGMAT scores for MBA admissions. Other colleges or universities may or may not accept scores of JAGMAT. A candidate must confirm the qualifying entrance exams of their target university.

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JAGMAT 2026 Preparation Tips

Jagdish Sheth School of Management (JAGSoM) requires the candidates to appear for JAGMAT entrance exam. Candidates who have passed any other national level MBA entrance exam can apply based on its score. To ace the JAGMAT 2026 exam, candidates must follow the below mentions preparation tips:

  • Start with understanding JAGMAT exam details, including syllabus and exam pattern.
  • Contact the previous year’s qualifiers for help planning the exam preparation and understanding the difficulty standards of the exam.
  • Based on the JAGMAT syllabus, candidates should evaluate the strengths and weaknesses to devote the time accordingly.
  • Start the exam preparation with the difficult subjects first to avoid last-minute exam anxiety and confusion.
  • Practice mock tests for different MBA entrance exams to have a competitive edge over other test takers.
  • Prepare short notes while studying to get help during the revision phase.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can the JAGMAT applications be filled offline?
A: 

No, JAGSoM releases JAGMAT application forms in online mode only. So, candidates are required to fill and submit the registration form online. The registration window of JAGMAT 2026 exam is now open.

Q:   How to prepare for JAGMAT exam?
A: 

Candidates planning to appear for JAGMAT entrance exam can follow below preparation strategy:

  • Understand exam pattern and syllabus
  • Understand the question types and difficulty level of exam
  • Divide the topics after evaluating your strengths and weaknesses
  • Cover difficult topics first to avoid anxiety during last days
  • Practice mock tests and previous papers
  • Prepare short notes for last minute revision
  • Take proper breaks while preparing for exam
Q:   Is there negative marking in JAGMAT exam?
A: 

No, there is no negative marking in JAGMAT exam. Candidates will get 1 mark for correct answer and 0 mark for incorrect or no response.

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FAQs on JAGMAT Exam Pattern

Check frequently asked questions on JAGMAT exam pattern.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the difficulty level of the JAGMAT exam?
A: 

The difficulty level of the JAGMAT exam is usually easy to moderate. Candidates who have prepared for other MBA exams find JAGMAT on the easier side.

Q:   How many options will be given against each question in the JAGMAT exam?
A: 

For each question in the JAGMAT exam, there will be four options. Out of all the four answer options, candidates will have to choose the correct answer option.

Q:   How many sections are there in the JAGMAT question paper?
A: 

JAGMAT question paper consists of three sections, namely

- English Language Proficiency

- Quantitative Aptitude

- Logical Reasoning

Candidates will have to answer all the questions asked in the JAGMAT exam. JAGSoM will consider overall performance of the JAGMAT exam to evaluate a candidate during the selection process.

Q:   How many questions will be asked in the JAGMAT exam?
A: 

JAGMAT exam has a total of 75 questions. There are three sections in the JAGMAT exam. Each section has equal question weightage.

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Answered 6 days ago

The JAGMAT syllabus for logical reasoning is as follows:

Logical Reasoning (JAGMAT Syllabus)

Seating Arrangements

Directions

Coding-Decoding

Critical Path

Data Sufficiency

Cubes and cuboids

Deductive Reasoning/Statement Analysis

Shape Construction

Puzzles

Decision Making

Dices

Blood Relations

Artificial Language

Order & Ranking

Syllogism

Figure Matrix

Pattern Series and Sequences

Statement and Conclusions

Paper Folding

Calendars

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Shailja Singh

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 6 days ago

The JAGMAT quantitative aptitude syllabus includes following topics:

Quantitative Aptitude (JAGMAT Syllabus)

Ratio and its applications

Numbers and its applications

HCF

Percentages and its applications

Time, Speed, Distance

Inequalities

Number system

Work and Time

Logarithms

Algebra

Geometry and its applications

Surds & Indices

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Vikrant Kaur

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 6 days ago

Check out topics included in English language proficiency section of JAGMAT exam:

English Language Proficiency (JAGMAT Syllabus)

Vocabulary

Reading Comprehension

Sentence correction

Verbal Reasoning

Parajumbles

One word substitution

Grammar

Syllogisms

Analogies

Contextual usage

Idioms

Critical Reasoning

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Rachit Katariya

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 6 days ago

According to Jagdish Sheth Business & Management School, the JAGSoM Management Aptitude Test or JAGMAT exam is conducted in Computer Based Test mode.

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Nishtha Rai

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 6 days ago

JAGMAT exam includes Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) from three sections: English Language Proficiency, Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning. There are total 75 questions in JAGMAT exam.

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Nishtha Singh

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 6 days ago

Jagdish Sheth Business & Management School prescribes the exam pattern for JAGMAT exam. As per JAGMAT exam structure, there are three sections in JAGMAT exam. These are English Language Proficiency, Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning.

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Sumridhi Bisht

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 6 days ago

Yes, it is possible to crack JAGMAT exam in first attempt with proper preparation strategy. Additionally, if a candidate is preparing for other MBA exams, they might find JAGMAT comparatively easier to crack.

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Atul Singh

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 6 days ago

As per students' reaction, JAGMAT exam is easy. Although the difficulty level of the exam varies for each student, if a candidate has already properly prepared for any other MBA entrance exam, he/she can easily crack KUAT exam.

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Shiksha Vimal

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 6 days ago

No, there is no negative marking in JAGMAT exam. Candidates will get 1 mark for correct answer and 0 mark for incorrect or no response.

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Yatendra Choudhury

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 6 days ago

Candidates planning to appear for JAGMAT entrance exam can follow below preparation strategy:

  • Understand exam pattern and syllabus
  • Understand the question types and difficulty level of exam
  • Divide the topics after evaluating your strengths and weaknesses
  • Cover difficult topics first to avoid anxiety dur

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Yatendra Singh

Contributor-Level 6

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