ATMA is scheduled to be held on July 27, 2025. Here are some last-minute preparation tips and tricks to prepare for the ATMA exam.
ATMA Exam Pattern 2025
Before we go on to mention the ATMA last-minute preparation tips, let’s get an insight into the ATMA exam pattern.
Exam Structure |
Details |
|---|---|
| Number of sections |
6 (Analytical Reasoning Skills – I, Verbal Skills – I, Quantitative Skills – I, Analytical Reasoning Skills – II, Verbal Skills –II, Quantitative Skills – II) |
| Duration of exam |
3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Mode of exam |
Computer-based test (CBT) or Online |
| Number of questions |
180 |
| ATMA exam total marks |
180 |
| Language of paper |
English |
| Number of answer choices |
4 |
| Mode of examination |
Online |
| ATMA marking scheme |
1 mark for each correct answer -0.25 for every wrong answer |
Also Read: Complete ATMA 2025 schedule
ATMA 2025: Last Minute Preparation Tips for CBT Mode Exam
With the ATMA 2025 exam approaching candidates must be going through some anxiety and last-moment nervousness. To lessen the pressure of scoring well in the ATMA exam, we at Shiksha have a list of some ATMA exam preparation tips and strategies that will help you on exam day.
With the ATMA exam approaching candidates must be going through some exam jitters. To lessen the pressure of scoring well in ATMA, we at Shiksha have a list of some last-minute preparation tips and strategies that will help you on exam day.
No, the ATMA exam is usually conducted in a single shift. However, in 2020, the ATMA exam was conducted in the remote-proctored mode in order to follow the social distancing guidelines for COVID-19, but the exam was still conducted in a single shift. ATMA exam pattern has not changed much over the years. ATMA 2025 exam will also be conducted in single shift for three hours, I. e. from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The shift timings for both the courses, MBA and MCA will be the same.
- Revision will save the day: Candidates must revise all the important topics that they have studied for the ATMA exam, as revision will help you recall all the formulae and theories which will give you a stronghold over the topics. Brush up on all the theorems, formulae, and theories so that you do not miss out on any important questions. Revision will also help in strengthening what you have already studied.
Also Read:
| Tips to score well in the Verbal Skills section | How to prepare for Analytical Reasoning | Tips and tricks to crack Quantitative Aptitude |
- Practice previous year's question papers and take mock tests: The best way to prepare for ATMA exam is to practice as many sample papers and mock tests as possible. Solving ATMA mock tests and sample papers will not only acquaint you with the type of questions and the difficulty level but also help you manage your time in the most efficient way while attempting the ATMA question paper.
Also Read: Know All About ATMA Mock Test
- Give your mind some peace: Sleep well before the night of the exam so that you feel fresh and calm on exam day. ATMA question paper is a time-based exam and it requires a calm mind to ace the Analytical Reasoning and Quantitative Skills section. A relaxed mind will fetch you a good score and you will be able to excel in the ATMA exam.
Also Read: ATMA syllabus
- Reach on time with the necessary documents: Candidates must make sure that they reach the exam centre at least an hour before the exam commences. Leave your house on time keeping in mind the traffic and possible delays. Do not forget to carry the ATMA admit card as candidates will not be allowed in the exam hall without the admit card. Candidates also have to carry one photo ID proof (original and photocopy) such as a voter ID card, passport, Aadhar card, driving license, or college/university ID card. Candidates should also carry a copy of the registration form to the exam centre for the verification process. Take a printout of the ATMA admit card and keep it with you near your exam table along with an original photo ID proof
- Stay calm and confident: Do not panic if you get stuck at a particular question while solving the ATMA question paper. Panicking will only make things worse and you might end up wasting too much time on one question. ATMA has sectional timing and negative marking. Hence it is advised that if you are stuck on one question, do not worry and move on to solving the next question.
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Students appearing for the ATMA exam must carry a coloured copy of the ATMA admit card. They must paste a recent coloured passport size photograph on the admit card. They must also carry a blue or black ball point pen to the exam centre. They must not carry any other stationery item to the ATMA test centre.
No other item such as bags, watches, food, etc. will be allowed inside the ATMA exam centre. They must also not carry notes or rough paper to the ATMA exam centre. If anyone is found with a prohibited item, he or she will be disqualified.

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Student Forum
Answered a month ago
Set your plan right. Work on your plan and identify your weakness and strength. Get the right study material. Try to plan and identify the above-stated things within a week. Set your plan agile and keep buffer time for revision and solving mock test papers.
Start with your verbal and quantitative pra
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 2 months ago
No, the registrations for ATMA 2025 were recently closed on the 24th August 2025. Candidates who managed to register for the ATMA 2025 entrance exam need to plan a preparation strategy to cover the ATMA 2025 exam syllabus before 30th August 2025 to clear the exam. Candidates who manage toscore an ap
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