MAT IBT Guidelines - FAQs, Dos and Don'ts Related to MAT 2023 Exam
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Check out MAT IBT guidelines, common FAQs and dos and don'ts for a hassle free experience of online remote proctored MAT exam for February 2023 exams.
MAT Internet Based Test (IBT) mode has gained a lot of popularity among MBA aspirants in the past three years as it is flexible and convenient. The All India Management Association (AIMA) introduced Internet Based Test (IBT) mode for MAT in 2020 following the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic. in the IBT mode, candidates can appear for the MAT exam from home. The MAT IBT exam is remotely proctored by the examination authorities. IBT was the safest form of entrance test administration in the times of COVID-19 as the candidates did not have to move out of their homes. Now, the COVID scare is not there, yet the candidates prefer IBT mode of the test because of its accessibility. Students from areas areas where there is on MAT test centre can also take the test. All they need is a computer system and internet connectivity.
Moreover, the IBT is conducted in multiple slots (10 AM to 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM) on multiple days, so the test taker can choose the day and slot as per their convenience. Those who take the MAT exam from home, need to ensure that they have a fast and uninterrupted internet network so that there is no delay or interruption during the exam. Apart from that, candidates need to keep in mind a few other factors while appearing for MAT IBT. Read important MAT IBT guidelines and key dos and don'ts below.
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MAT IBT exam is conducted in remotely proctored mode where in the candidates have to take the test on their personal laptop or desktop with a functional webcam. Monitoring of the test is done with the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and a human proctor. Test takers have to keep the webcam of their camera on throughout the MAT exam duration, so that the AI and human proctor can invigilate the test for cheating and other malpractice. Candidates are not supposed to move away from the camera or interact with another person during the exam session.
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MAT IBT Mode: Test Requirements
For appearing in MAT 2023 exam in IBT mode, candidates need to ensure they have a desktop/laptop that fulfills the following technical requirements. In case, the system shuts down or the internet speed is disrupted, the MAT IBT will be closed and candidates will not be able to resume the test. So, they need to ensure that they don't face any technical difficulty during the IBT or else their exam attempt will be wasted.
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| MAT IBT Requirements |
Description |
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| Network |
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| Supported Browsers |
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| Operating System |
WindowsOS (Version7 and above) |
| .Dot NETframework |
MSB requires dot net framework. The minimum supported version is 4.5.1..NETframework |
| Memory |
65MB permanent free space on the default hard drive |
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The remote proctored exam is a new phenomenon that emerged only two years ago and students are still getting accustomed to it. Many students face issues while taking the online test due to lack of knowledge of the same. Here we have listed down some of the most common Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding MAT IBT.
Common FAQs on MAT IBT Mode 2023
Q: What is MAT IBT mode exam?
Q: What are the factors to keep in mind for MAT IBT mode exam?
- Mandatory reading of complete manual for the exam
- Checked the demo video or attempt IBT Mock Test to understand the exam process better
- Downloaded and install MSB in the laptop/computer for the test
Q: What is the right internet bandwidth required for MAT IBT mode exam?
Q: What is the screen specification for MAT IBT mode exam?
Q: What is MSB and why do I need to download it for MAT IBT mode exam?
Q: Do I need to produce valid photo ID proof to appear for remote proctored MAT IBT?
Q: Is there a dress code for MAT IBT Mode Exam?
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